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Parkside Perch on Lake D'Arbonne

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Property grounds
Dining room / Kitchen view
View from Road, steps to main level entrance.
Entry deck
Dining room view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Bernice, LA
  • Lake D'Arbonne State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Louisiana Tech University
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Grambling State University
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 master

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Parkside Perch on Lake D'Arbonne

Enjoy an expansive view of the lake while perched above the waters of Lake D'Arbonne, just a stone's throw from the state park! With a large screened-in porch, multiple outdoor sitting areas, two-slip boathouse (with deck and fish-cleaning station), gas grill (propane tank), and wood-burning fireplace, this property has everything you need for an enjoyable retreat. State park boat ramp is just down the road, making it the perfect destination for boaters and fishermen.

The house itself has two units (with separate entrances). The upstairs unit has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, with a large kitchen and living area. The downstairs unit has a small kitchen, bath, and a large living/sleeping area complete with a futon (full-size bed) and 3 twin beds. Both units have a television and DVD player. A backup generator services both upstairs and down, so you will never be without power! A tankless water heater ensures there is enough hot water for everyone. This spot is for people who want to get away from it all. There is no cable, but local broadcast channels are available via an antenna, as well as Roku streaming. Wifi (2G/5G) is available via HughesNet satellite internet which can sometimes be slow. A hotspot is recommended if fast internet service is crucial. Check-in time is 4 PM, and check-out time is 11 AM.

NOTE: The larger upstairs unit is only accessible via some stairs, possibly not accommodating for those with severe mobility issues.

Leave all your cares behind and relax!

We love this home and visit often, so please take care of it. If you can leave it like you found it, we'd appreciate that!

NOTE: There are 6 beds: 2 queens upstairs, 3 twins downstairs, and 1 full-size futon (250lb max weight) downstairs.

Property manager

John Dissinger
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Bernice

Located in Bernice, this holiday home is on the waterfront. North Louisiana Exhibition Center and Southern Pines Golf Club - Calvert Crossing are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake D'Arbonne State Park and Lincoln Parish Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Doc Elliot Stadium or Joe Aillet Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bernice, LA

What's nearby

  • Lake D'Arbonne State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Union General Hospital - 15 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Louisiana Tech University - 48 min drive - 49.2 km
  • Ruston Sports Complex - 51 min drive - 52.0 km
  • Grambling State University - 55 min drive - 58.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ol' Hickory Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rhett's Tails & Shells - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Parkside Perch on Lake D'Arbonne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Parkside Perch on Lake D'Arbonne?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Parkside Perch on Lake D'Arbonne?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Parkside Perch on Lake D'Arbonne located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake D'Arbonne State Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Union General Hospital and Doc Elliot Stadium. Reeves Memorial Medical Center and Bernice Civic Center are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Easter Weekend

We were there for a weekend gathering at Lake D’Arbonne and really enjoyed our time at the house. It was perfect for what we needed and the hosts were very responsive and helpful. Everything was just as advertised. The beds were super comfortable and it was just like being at home. The view was amazing and can’t wait to go back when we can spend more time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

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

Beautiful home with view of lake. Nice boat dock!

Plenty of room, nice home. Family friendly. Enjoyed fishing. Cooked meals at home and had full kitchen items. Loved our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Keli S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break fishing trip

Overall we had a good time. The dock was great, and very peaceful! The property managers were very easy to work with as well. We did have internet issues each day, which was a bit of a pain. It didn’t start working until about 10:00 a.m. once it started to warm up. The property is in a rural area, so I’m sure it is difficult to get reliable service. The cleanliness of the property could have been better as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy Z.

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

Perfect home on the lake for relaxing or fishing

Has everything you need for comfort and relaxation We’ve stayed 2 times and will always book this place when we return
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Very nice

Great time. Great place. Could not get streaming on one tv. May have been us. Not a big deal. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely home

We greatly enjoyed staying at this home, and plan to return to it again. The owner was wonderful with ensuring we had clear directions to the house, particularly once they realized we would be arriving after dark. It was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

darlisia b.

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

Family Reunion

It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Get away from Atlanta

The lake house has all of comforts and necessities of a well maintained modern house. Wonderful setting to simply relax and unwind. Especially enjoyed the beautiful view of the lake and bird watching. The humming bird darting around the Crepe Myrtle trees was an unexpected surprise.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

carmella w.

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

12th ANNIVERSARY

The house and property were immaculate. We had such a relaxing time and the VIEWS WERE SPECTACULAR. The host were on point!!!Thank you Cathy and John
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kyla H.

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

Very clean and pretty perfect spot and plenty of room for everyone.

We stayed from july5-7. All adults and all said they loved the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

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

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 7 Star Rental

Great Location Spacious, well stocked, clean lake house Beautiful Views Abundant fish Peaceful Just miles from State Park hiking & Pool Just miles from shopping and local restaurants on the lake Fantastic, friendly communication with property managers Our second time at this property- but not the last! Recommending to our friends Worth the drive from Texas!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie K.

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

Labor Day

Everything was as advertised. Loved the layout and the view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Libby K.

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

Fantastic lake house

The house and dock were perfect for a weekend trip with friends from college. House was clean and had everything we needed. Power went out and generator kicked on a minute later. Plenty of hot water. Hosts were attentive and texted us to check in. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila R.

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

Great views

A great property. Excellent views of the lake. The house has all the accommodations that you’d ever need or want. Very comfortable. The owner was very nice and super quick to answer any questions we had. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale H.

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

Very nice place

We went for a guys fishing weekend and was glad we choose this place. Very nice house and easy chevk-in. I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

cheryl r.

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

Spring Fishing Trip

We visited lake D'Arbonne to crappie fish and enjoy family on the lake. We absolutely loved the lake house. The open floor plan with the beautiful windows overlooking the lake was perfect. It was decorated beautifully and we loved the beautiful hard wood floors and the comfortable wrap around couch that everyone could relax on after a day on the lake. We also took full advantage of all the outdoor seating areas. Coffee on the screened in porch in the mornings, drinks on the decks when grilling, and every afternoon we finished the day on the dock that had a large gathering area with patio furniture where you could enjoy the sun or the shade. The dock was very close and easy to walk to so my 82 year old mother could easily join in the fun. There were two boat slips but we preferred trailering our boat to the ferral island road boat slip to fish on the other side of the lake where it was deeper for mid March fishing. Our best fishing was the day we hired a guide, Nick Young, from D'Arbonne Lake Guide Service. We caught very large crappie with Nick and came home with alot of fish. We hope to make it back to another relaxing lake vacation next year. Thank you for a wonderful stay at your beautiful lake home ! Tim & Cheryl from Illinois.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fran F., Destin

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

Family Christmas at the Lake!

This was our third stay at this house celebrating Family Christmas on the lake. The location is awesome and the sunrise over the lake is amazing. The new owners have leveled the driveway and added asphalt… “huge” addition! They have added an awesome sectional sofa and it was enough room for our entire family to sit at one time 😃 The house had everything we needed to prepare meals for 12+ people including Christmas dinner. The icemaker was on the blink, but wasn’t a problem as one of us was out and about on a regular basis AND upon arrival we had a 10 lb bag of sonic ice waiting for us in the freezer. Eight of us stayed in the house and with the additional living space/apartment downstairs it is very accommodating hence why we come back each year. It allows for at least four people to stay downstairs as well as a great getaway from the crowd. The tankless hot water heater was another huge addition. The wifi is a little slow, but you have to understand it’s the way it is in the area due to the location. The boathouse is an awesome place to have your coffee and watch the sunrise…. The new owners are awesome and extremely responsive. They sent a text on Christmas day wishing us a Merry Christmas and also prior to our arrival sent a text for “safe travels” and to let them know if there’s anything we need during our stay. We all highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Amazing home

Amazing place house had everything need for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taria J.

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

Lovely Lakehouse

The property was amazing! The sunrise over the lake through those beautiful picture frame windows was truly an experience you need to have to understand. Fishing steps away from a nice covered pier with a fully operational cleaning station, ample seating, lights and ceiling fans as well! Everything I have at home was available at the home if I forgot anything from a ziplock bag to a crock pot. My family enjoyed the stay so much we called to extend but it was already booked for the entire month! The property managers were just a text away and the listing was straight forward. We will be returning soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

VonDarius H.

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

Awesome Owners

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jarvis S.

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

Can't wait to go again

Property was amazing. Communication with property manager and owners was very good. We were updated with road closures after a storm immediately. I was able to store my boat in the boat dock and lift out of water during the storm. Fishing was also great along the channel fishing standing timber.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

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

Memorial Day

The pictures do not do this property justice! The view from the den, dining area and upstairs porch was magnificent. You can also see the lake from the master bedroom. The skylight in the master bath was awesome. It was very well stocked and immaculate. As a retired restaurant manager, I loved the gas stove and the kitchen was clean and well stocked. The house had lost power the week before and the tankless hot water heater (which was completely fantastic) had tripped but the property manager and owner reacted very quickly, were very courteous and the problem was resolved within minutes. Communication from the owners and property manager was efficient and fast. We will definitely stay here again in the future. You will not be disappointed if you visit this location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard E.

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

Great mini vacation!

The house was amazing . Perfect view on the water. Plenty of room and the dock for the boats were really nice. Highly recommend this location ! Will be going back .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mallory H.

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

Awesome Property

Our stay at the property was very pleasant!!! It was very clean and comfortable. The property is spacious and the pictures of the master bedroom do not show its actual size. We stayed here while my son played baseball at Ruston Sports Complex. It was about a 45 minute drive to and from the park. We plan to book again in the future so we have more time to enjoy the property and all it has to offer. Very satisfied!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

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

Beautiful home with beautiful lake views

This home is beautifully furnished and is a very comfortable space to be with your family. I love the large leather sectional and the throw blankets that were layed out for us. The view from the kitchen table as well as the living room are gorgeous. There was lots of space inside and outside to spread out . The communication with the owners and the manager was prompt and friendly. We look forward to taking friends and family back there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by John Dissinger

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Why they chose this property

This home is larger than a lot of the lake houses on lake D'Arbonne. There are several decks to enjoy the view and a screened in porch to keep the bugs away, but that doesn't mean that no bugs are present...there are ALWAYS bugs in Louisiana.

This property is not wheel char accessible due to stairs.

Parkside drive is not a paved road, however, the distance you have to travel is pretty short. We did pave the driveway for your convenience. There is a motion detector light at the corner of the house to provide lighting if you arrive after dark.

What makes this property unique

The boat house has two slips, one can fit a large boat, the other is smaller, more of a jon boat size slip. You can fish off the boat house, but the lake is fairly shallow there. There is a boat launch at the end of the road (just past the last house, which is next door), or you can use the state park ramps if you prefer, which is also super close.

Languages:

English

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