Beau Chene, which means beautiful oak in French, is a private, gated community located between Mandeville and Madisonville close to Lake Ponchartrain and the Tchefuncte River. Originally developed in 1974 for retiredentrance2 homeowners looking to escape the hustle and bustle of New Orleans, this gated community is now home to both retirees and young families.

Covered with sprawling live oaks, Beau Chene is situated between two renowned 18-hole golf courses. This massive community is home to approximately 4,500 residents that include 339 condominiums, 1,173 single family homes and 38 lots. With its own private water and sewage facility, this unique neighborhood has over 40 years of residential home styles ranging from Acadian Old Style charm to the modern traditional style homes of today.

Lots for Sale From $120,000
 
Homes for Sale From the Mid $100’s – $1.1 Million

 

Map to River Club:

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Amenities:

Beau Chene Garden Club
Marina Beau Chene With 140 Boat Slips
Beau Chene Country Club With Indoor & Outdoor Tennis Courtsriver
Three Swimming Pools
Bar and Grill
Full-Service Restaurant
2, 18-Hole Golf Courses & Exercise Facility
17 Miles of Quiet Streets Where Residents Can Enjoy a Bike Ride, Jog or Walk

Public Schools:

Pontchartrain Elementary
Tchefuncte Middle School
Mandeville High School

Private Schools:

Cedarwood School
Kinder Haus Montessori
Lake Castle Private School
Mary Queen of Peace Catholic
Our Lady of The Lake School

Area Location: Between Mandeville and Madisonville, Louisiana

With easy access to New Orleans by way of the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway Bridge, residences are just a short drive from a variety of entertainment, dining, outdoor activities and shopping. Beau Chene is just minutes from manybeauchenemarina popular dining spots such as Mande’s Restaurant for breakfast or  Cafe Lynn for refined local cuisine. The Village Shopping Center has all you need and is under 5 miles from the community. For outdoor lovers just a 5 minute drive will take you to Fairview-Riverside State Park or the Sunset Point Fishing Pier.

Beau Chene is situated between Mandeville and Madisonville which are both quaint Northshore towns. Beau Chene is situated between Mandeville and Madisonville which are both quaint Northshore towns.  Mandville is the oldest town located in St. Tammany Parish on Lake Pontchartrain and is a popular spot for swimmers and boaters. It is the home of the Mandeville Trailhead which offers play areas for kids, an amphitheater, a local farmer’s market and a depot museum.  Madisonville located on the banks of the Tchefuncte River also features marinas, fine restaurants, antique and specialty shops and is another great area for residents to enjoy.