Welcome to Little Caillou Packing Camp on Bayou Little Caillou. . | House in Chauvin
3 Bedroom House in Chauvin
For the BEST FISHING EXPERIENCE, come stay at our spacious, comfortable camp in Cocodrie, Louisiana. There is a boat launch just 600 feet away. Bait, gas, ice - whatever your fishing needs and more is right next door at Lapeyrouse’s store. The industrial look of the camp tells the history - this was the site of our family's seafood dock until our parents retired and decided to turn it into a family camp that we are now sharing with you! Our waterfront camp is located along Bayou Petit Caillou, at the junction of scenic Louisiana Highways 56 & 57 and it is situated on 2 acres.
Upstairs you’ll enjoy spacious living quarters and a large screened porch overlooking the water. Because this camp is still our family camp too - we have everything you need from linens and towels to cleaning supplies! Upstairs you'll find two bedrooms each with king beds and one bunkroom with two bunkbeds (one bunk has a larger bottom bed). The main living space features a fully furnished kitchen including a dishwasher. Just off the kitchen you’ll find the washer and dryer. The open space keeps everyone in touch from meals to playing games to watching the big screen TV. Double doors connect the living space to the full length screened porch overlooking the bayou. It features outdoor dining, seating and a swing. The swing is our favorite spot for a cup of coffee to watch the sun come up behind the trees across the bayou or simply enjoy the sights and sounds of the bayou from the comfort of a bug free porch!
Our family camp is situated 27 miles from downtown Houma in the heart of Cocodrie, Louisiana on a part of land that’s continuously been in the Lapeyrouse family since the 1800’s.
You can stop here and just check the calendar to book your stay or continue on to read a bit of history of our family's connection to this building and to the land surrounding it!
------ Our History
This location has been used for the livelihood of our family back to the 1800’s. Actually, buried beneath the camp’s cement slab is the foundation of a derrick, used in loading sugarcane onto barges to get the product to the sugar mill in Montegut in the late 1800’s. At the start of the 1900’s, sugarcane farming began to transition to the seafood and trapping industry, again using the bayous for transportation. As the hub of growth and employment in Cocodrie, the store that stands next door was built by Gustave and Josephine Lapeyrouse and employed many families. Soon after the store was built, another building was built for the growing seafood industry to clean, peel and pack shrimp, crab, oysters and fish for transport inland.
Gustave and Josephine’s son Chester and his wife Ruby took the reigns and continued the work in the 1940’s. As the demand for dried shrimp grew, a large cement boiling tank was built for boiling shrimp. While peeled shrimp was boiled to be canned, but whole green shrimp, with shell and heads on, were boiled then spread out on cypress platforms to sun dry. Once they had dried enough to separate from the shell, they were scooped into a gas heated rotary dryer that further dried the shrimp meat while the rotary turns “beat” the shells into fine powder. Both shell powder and dried shrimp meat were packaged for transport.
By the 1950’s many trappers and shrimpers were lured by higher pay to the oil industry and by the end of the 60’s our parent’s, Joel and Diana, had a boat rental business that filled the slips to the side of the camp where houseboats now rent space annually. Their iron-hulled crew boats ferried men and gear to inland derricks scattered around the bays and bayous and as far as the barrier islands. In the mid-1980’s Dad’s brother Cecil took the reigns of the old store and began creating a truly special destination that is on most tourism site’s “must see” attractions. In the manner of storekeeping that’s goes back to the day Gustave first opened the store in 1914, it strives to have everything you might need, from a loaf of bread, milk & eggs to hardware and nails to tackle and bait, gas and ice.
About the same time, the oil bust led our parents to decide to sell the boats and return to brokering seafood. This is the initial incarnation of the building we now call Little Caillou Packing Camp. Its wharves and building levels were structured for the smaller trawl boats. The large cement “first floor” held the conveyor to offload and equipment to sort, weigh, ice and store the fresh shrimp. Insulated trailers shipped the fresh catch inland and around the gulf and east coast. Upstairs, the bunkroom and the bayouside bedroom were offices while the living space and back bedroom were used during trawling season when the dock operated 24/7.
With retirement and grandkids, the decision to convert the business into a family camp was easy. And yes, we simply added “Camp” to sign. It continues to be the spot to celebrate birthdays, and any opportunity to gather and enjoy being in Cocodrie, Louisiana. As the grandchildren have grown, we now share the camp with those who appreciate this bayou paradise. Stays at the camp are generally available with a 2 night minimum, longer for special events and holidays. We continue to make improvements to the camp as we can and also take plenty of time to enjoy the sunrises and being on the water.
Welcome to Little Caillou Packing Camp on Bayou Little Caillou is located in Chauvin. Welcome to Little Caillou Packing Camp on Bayou Little Caillou provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities, Kitchen, among other amenities. This House features Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Welcome to Little Caillou Packing Camp on Bayou Little Caillou has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Chauvin has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Chauvin, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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1 bathroom
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Soap
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Toilet paper
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Shower
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Shampoo
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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3 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Living room
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Refrigerator
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Stovetop
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Toaster
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Oven
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Microwave
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Spices
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Lobster/crab pot
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Dishwasher
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine and dryer
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Note from host: Smoking/vaping/chew allowed downstairs only.
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Smoke-free property
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Power boating nearby
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Scuba diving nearby
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Kayaking nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Water tubing nearby
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Water park
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Ecotours nearby
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Birdwatching nearby
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Marina nearby
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Games
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DVD player
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Stereo
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Video library
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Smart TV
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Books
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Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)
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Near a hospital
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On the waterfront
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Highchair
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Children's games
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Stair gate
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Playground
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Iron/ironing board
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Housekeeping (on request)
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Free WiFi
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Balcony
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Fire extinguisher
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Deadbolt lock
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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First aid kit
Policies
Reviews
FAQ's
Is this Chauvin house pet-friendly for guests?
No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Chauvin house have a swimming pool?
No, this Chauvin house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Chauvin house?
Best-rates for the Chauvin house starts from $471 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Laundry, Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities, Kitchen, Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, Internet, Parking, TV, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly with all other facilities. BedroomVillas.com.au matches every traveler with their perfect villa, resort, or rental and whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is Chauvin house a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Chauvin house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Chauvin house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Chauvin house?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Chauvin house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Chauvin house?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Chauvin house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
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