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Lazy Bear Lodge — The Sandifer’s House on Lake Bruin

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Beach
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Newellton, LA
  • Lake Bruin
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Alcorn State University
  • Lake Bruin State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lazy Bear Lodge — The Sandifer’s House on Lake Bruin


Welcome to our favorite escape and home away from home! Located on the deep water side of beautiful Lake Bruin, our lake house will not disappoint.

Enjoy a cup of coffee as you watch the sun rise over the lake, or grill on the porch and watch it set across the pecan orchard. Park your fishing boat in the slip, or just enjoy the paddle boards and other dock toys. Or, if you are looking for a beautiful location for remote work, the house is fully equipped with WiFi.

The kitchen is open and well-appointed, with a new fridge, range, dishwasher, and huge farmhouse sink. The bar seats six, and the large table in the same room seats 8.
When it's time for bed, the house has a large master with a king bed and an en suite bathroom, featuring both a soaker tub and separate shower. The second bedroom has a queen bed, and the third bedroom has two bunks and a twin (plus an inflatable matress for an extra friend). Our children's favorite place to sleep, though, is the sun porch, which is enclosed. There is also a sleeper sofa in the main room.

We hope you enjoy your relaxing time at the lake as much as we do!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have games, floats, and more!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Small dogs are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

St. Joseph

Located in St. Joseph, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Windsor Ruins and Bethel Presbyterian Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Lake Bruin State Park.
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Newellton, LA

What's nearby

  • Lake Bruin - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Bruin State Park - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Lake St. John - 40 min drive - 42.0 km
  • Lake Concordia - 56 min drive - 56.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Ken's Corner Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fish Tale - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lake Bruin Golf & Country Club - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Netterville Landing General Store - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Say Grace Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lazy Bear Lodge — The Sandifer’s House on Lake Bruin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lazy Bear Lodge — The Sandifer’s House on Lake Bruin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lazy Bear Lodge — The Sandifer’s House on Lake Bruin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lazy Bear Lodge — The Sandifer’s House on Lake Bruin located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Bruin and within 9 miles (15 km) of Winter Quarters State Historic Site and Lake Bruin State Park. Mississippi River is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaye C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Bruin

Very roomy and comfortable, great location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Bruin

We loved the property. Peaceful and easy to get to town. Me and my two sisters came here to visit family and it was perfect for our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jose m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend stsy

Very nice cleannsuoerdoscios lots for kids to do if you bring them including a pickleball courtKitchen well stocked
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing

The house was lovely and well equiped. We had everything we needed. We were able to fish off the pier and park a boat. It was a very relaxing vacation with plenty of room for everyone. It was great having a grill to cook on we even grilled the fish we caught. We pick up some off Tim's tamales in St. Joseph, they are the best tamales ever. The kids enjoyed fishing and didn't want to go anywhere else. It was a great vacation! Thank you for letting us stay in your house!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We’ve stayed here before and came back because it is such a nice property. The owners are great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

Very spacious nice house! Nice pier with lots of amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome lake house

Every time we stay here we have a wonderful family vacation. Easy access to their boat house for our pontoon . They have chairs to sit and enjoy the pier. Ping pong table in outside kitchen/screen room. Beautiful view and friendly owners .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sam p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lake House

Had a fantastic time at the Sandifer’s lake house. Property was excellent. Quiet location, clean house, great dock. Owner was super attentive to anything we needed. Thanks for a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Much needed Lake Weekend

Perfect property to enjoy time on the lake! All the amenities needed and then some! The kid’s favorite was paddle boarding, and sleeping arrangements were perfect for everyone especially the big kids! Property was super clean and kids never got bored. We will definitely will book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C., Sardis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend stay

We went for a long weekend and were very pleased. Very clean and comfortable with great amenities. I grew up on this lake and due to the family camp being damaged during the freeze we needed somewhere to stay. Worked out perfectly
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ahmod J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

We had a fishing tournament on lake Bruin! This house was perfect. It was clean and had plenty of room for our boats. We will definitely use this house again. Thanks Katherine
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful trip!

This is my family’s second time staying at this lake house and we can’t wait to come back. I can’t say enough good things about it. Beautiful property and lake, very clean home, well furnished, and excellent host. Large enough to gather together but also space to have a quiet moment to relax. From fishing and boating to grilling and relaxing, there is something for everyone. This is a great property to slow down and spend quality family time. We have stayed at many lake rentals and this property is at the top of our list of favorites.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

No thx

Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Vivien W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful outdoor getaway

Absolutely beautiful and relaxing environment. All of us enjoyed our short stay. There were a few maintenance and cleaning issues that needed attention. Dirty toaster oven, drawers old lining, dirty garbage receptacle in the master bedroom and kitchen. Clogged bathtub drain. The next day we declogged the drain filled with hair. Dish towels stained but presumed clean. Dishwashing soap dispenser emptied. No additional supply under the sink. No sponge to hand wash the large items except small brush.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eva H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

Everything was just as shown in photos and description. The home was spacious and just right for our family. We loved the screened in porch with air conditioning for the grandkids to have their own space. The owner was extremely helpful in communicating and making sure we were comfortable. The house was very clean and the the lake is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Lake House

The Lazy Bear Lodge had a very Clean facility, comfortable beds, clean back yard and great pier! This is our second time to stay here. As advertised. We Will definitely be back!!! We brought our pontoon and Jett ski and pier was set up to accommodate them as well. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John L., Friendswood, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The property was exactly as described and consistent with reviews

The house is in a very good location with a nice dock on the lake. The entire house is very nice but the kitchen is definitely one of the nicest of all of the VRBO properties we have stayed in. The beds were comfortable and everything in the house worked like it should.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terrell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the Lake Experience and Will do this location again

My family really enjoyed the experience. It was so restful. The kitchen is amazing.... the kitchen island was perfect for gathering... the location was fully stocked with everything we needed... the sleeping accommodation was perfect for my family size
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful time. Host is great at communicating. House is well stocked- for cooking as well as hanging out inside and outside! Wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

DANNY G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The place was amazing

It was easy and the owners are great will be going back soon
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Getawat

The owners were very helpful and polite. The property provided the perfect getaway and the amenities were clean and well kept. The neighbors were friendly, too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful sunsets

My family and I really enjoyed ourselves. The lake house and grounds were well kept and the kids loved the fishing and swimming off the pier. A bigger plus was being pet friendly. Bring mosquito spray. Would highly recommend staying there the check in and out was a breeze.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S., Monroe

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place on bruin

Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet getaway

Wonderful place to get away from the fast pace of life.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

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