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Lodging on Reelfoot Lake Upper Blue Basin at The Bayou Bungalow

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$438
includes taxes & fees
26 June - 27 June

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lodging on Reelfoot Lake Upper Blue Basin at The Bayou Bungalow

2025 Waterfowl Season is booking fast. Call NOW to reserve. Maybe I will have your date available.
2025 FISHING SEASON IS ALREADY BOOKING. BOOK NOW TO SECURE THE DATES YOU WANT.
YOU MUST LIST THE TOTAL IN YOUR PARTY. PLEASE NO SURPRISES.




Located on the waters edge The Bayou Bungalow is a family style lodge for those who want the comfort of home and yet have a hideaway of their own. Decorated with the latest up to date style. With a large living area, very clean lodge you will want to return year after year. The Bayou Bungalow is located on the banks of the Bayou De Chein, a natural bayou that leads to the North East side of the Upper Blue Basin. SMOKE FREE LODGE AND NOW WITH FAST FREE WIRELESS INTERNET SERVICE!!!

NO NEED FOR ICE, THE BUNGALOW IS EQUIPPED WITH A ICE MAKER AND A FREEZER FULL OF BAGGED ICE.
PLEASE JUST REUSE THE BAGS AND REFILL.


After launching your boat at the nearby launch you can then bring your boat up to the Bungalow. From there you will be able to access the lake and fish all species of fish like crappie, bream, catfish, and large mouth bass. Just hop in your boat and take off. Since the Bayou Bungalow is situated next to a national wildlife refuge you'll enjoy all types of wildlife. Those who have stayed at the Bungalow immediately book again for another visit. They say this place is the best vacation rental on Reelfoot Lake. Plan ahead to obtain your license via the internet. Just type in Tennessee fishing license in your search and you will find the link. We just want to be sure you can take full advantage of your precious time off. CHECK IN TIME 3:00 PM CHECK OUT 10 AM

Next door to the lodge is the largest Purple Martin Colony in Walnut Log. With 52 nesting pair you will find watching this beautiful bird very breathtaking. The martin season starts late February and ends usually around mid to late June or early July. Now is the time to plan your vacation.

IF YOU BOOK A SET AMOUNT OF DAYS AND DECIDE TO LEAVE EARLY YOU WILL BE EXPECTED TO PAY FOR THE DAYS YOU BOOKED. NO EXCEPTIONS. WILDLIFE VIEWING WILL BE AWESOME!

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Bus or Van Eagle Tours

Visiting Discovery Park in Union City, stay with us for the comfort of your own vacation home and 20 minutes to discovery park.


LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

THANK YOU.
Bob & Carole





2025 fishing season is almost booked. I have a few days left.

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Property manager

Carole Fornwald

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: If bringing a pet, no pets allowed on furniture.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Union City, TN

What's nearby

  • Kirby Pocket Day Use Area - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Reelfoot Lake - 18 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Campbell's Point - 28 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Reelfoot Lake State Park - 29 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Discovery Park of America - 34 min drive - 32.9 km

Getting around

  • Paducah, KY (PAH-Barkley Regional) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪22 Club - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lodging on Reelfoot Lake Upper Blue Basin at The Bayou Bungalow pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Lodging on Reelfoot Lake Upper Blue Basin at The Bayou Bungalow?

As of 25 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lodging on Reelfoot Lake Upper Blue Basin at The Bayou Bungalow on 26 Jun 2025 start from NZ$438.11, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Lodging on Reelfoot Lake Upper Blue Basin at The Bayou Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lodging on Reelfoot Lake Upper Blue Basin at The Bayou Bungalow?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lodging on Reelfoot Lake Upper Blue Basin at The Bayou Bungalow located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Goat Island and within 9 miles (15 km) of Kirby Pocket Day Use Area and Reelfoot Lake. Mississippi River is 8.7 mi (14 km) away.

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Lodging on Reelfoot Lake Upper Blue Basin at The Bayou Bungalow Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 214 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 244 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

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

Duck hunting

Worked out really well for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy N.

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

Lovely restful stay

Clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oleksandr Z.

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

Awesome place

Beautiful place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime L.

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

Great getaway!

Was my parents first time at Reelfoot. Great property. Nice area. Great amenities. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was clean, fishing dock was awesome, and it was right down the road from everything you needed, the most important part it was very quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

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

Great place for R and R

Very clean, spacious, and a homey atmosphere to rest and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Seth W., Cave City, USA

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

Great location.

Great location right at Reelfoot Lake. Communication & check in were easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scottie S.

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

Fishing trip

The property was in a great location, right on the Canal
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Quiet getaway

Wonderful quiet escape!! This is a no frills no fancy things, just quiet getaway. Perfect for recharging and getting away from the day to day noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Bungalow

Awesome place great location hope we get to come back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

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

Perfect Getaway Weekend

Peaceful, perfect spot for a getaway. Carole and Bob are great hosts and this will be added to our annual list of places to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nina P., Spartanburg, SC

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

Wonderful time!!!

Our Stay was wonderful. Connie couldn’t have been any more pleasant. My grandkids love our quick trip for our Christmas memories. I highly recommend this bungalow.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

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

Amazingly peaceful

Peaceful, quiet, scenery is breathtaking! Home was clean and so cute! Outside area was perfect :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregg B.

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

Weekend trip

Very nice/clean place. Fishing was not productive but otherwise we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim F.

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

Great!

Bob and Carole were great hosts. We traveled to Reelfoot for a family and friends hunting trip. Accommodations were great for 6 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

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

Quick get away

The deck is so relaxing. Area very quiet. Owners close, but didn't interfere. Great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B., Marthasville, Mo

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

Fantastic place

We always try to stay here when we visit relatives down the road. The owners are fantastic and all the neighbors are very friendly. The place is always clean and well maintained. Nice relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

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

Peaceful getaway

This is a very peaceful getaway destination if you just want to disconnect from the world and enjoy beautiful scenery good company
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

chad R.

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

Very clean and cozy

Had a great time and will probably go back again next year
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

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

Wonderful weekend!

The place was very clean and enjoyed being able to fish off the back dock. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

Kayaking at Reelfoot

Loved our stay at the bungalow...as always! Great location! Clean and spacious! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth g.

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

Home Away from Home

The bungalow is comfortable and clean. It felt comfortable, a sort of home away from home. It’s been a relaxing change of pace from the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cary P., Cottontown

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

Great getaway

The place was very clean and set up nice for the family. It would also work great for a hunting or fishing trip with the guys. Carol was a great host and very friendly. I plan to go back for another stay this summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wesley P.

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

Great experience

Great property for a hunting or fishing trip. Very clean and comfortable and Carole was a wonderful host. Experience was very good in every way. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas N.

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

A+

Everything was great. Loved the location. The house was clean and well taken care of. Some of the best hosts I’ve ever encountered.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023