When you think of America’s Gulf Coast, New Orleans generally comes to mind. However, a pleasant alternative to wilin’ out in the teeming streets of NOLA should be explored in nearby Picayune, Mississippi. Picayune was founded in 1904, named for a Spanish coin at the time, by the owner and publisher of the New Orleans Daily Picayune. That paper later evolved into the nationally prestigious Times-Picayune, which is the modern day media powerhouse that often reports the frequent heroics of Drew Brees and lesser dealings across the Mississipi Delta region. The town is only 40 miles (64.3 km) from New Orleans and has close access to casinos and riverboat expeditions and even a space centre. The transcendentalists out there also have several opportunities to be one with nature and revisit the world of Tom Sawyer in Picayune’s wildlife refuge, the Fontainebleau State Park, or the Crosby Arboretum. To complete your trip, check out these top Airbnb vacation rentals in Picayune, Mississippi.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 02, 2024.
1. "Chickie's Roost" family-friendly barn apartment (from USD 75)
A picturesque (quite literally), converted farm barn can be your home away from home for wonderfully inexpensive rates. Resembling Minnie’s Haberdashery from Tarantino’s “The Hateful Eight” without the presence of undesirable types; the iconic second-floor guesthouse sits atop an animal stable and has a cozy, old-fashioned interior like that of a frontier house. Views of the farm property and pecan orchard can be gazed upon from the window of the upstairs loft, and the area features two beds(queen/full), a kitchenette, a bathroom, and a separate living room downstairs with a sofabed and another bathroom.
Picayune, Mississippi, United States
22.38 km (14.0 mi) from Pearl River Wildlife Management AreaSuperhostAccommodates: 5
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the pictures are just a glimpse into the beauty & spectacular view from the stable loft apt spacewe slept well and enjoyed the coffee and snacks supplied in the kitchen for us in the morningwe very much enjoyed the outside table and chairs to just enjoy the scenerywe loved the fresh cut flowers on the table the stocked refrigerator and the animalsthen later by the horses the barn (with a fully equipped apartment) was beautifulCleanliness:
it was clean and quietit was clean comfortable and homeythe rooms were very clean and comfortablethe airbnb had everything we needed and was very clean and well decoratedthe kitchen was well stocked beds very comfortable the spacious rooms were spotlessly clean and tastefully decoratedHost:
lavonne was an excellent hostlavonne us truly a super hostsuch an awesome host and placelavonne is such a wonderful hostvery kind family and hospitalityRead more reviewsLocation:
such a beautiful location i wanted to stay a whilethis was the best place we could have chose for our familyperfect location if your getting married at the barn of sara bella its literally right down the roadit's the best place we've found to stay near nochickie's roost was the perfect place to get away from it all
2. Quiet oasis near New Orleans (from USD 250)
Heading a bit closer to ‘Nawleans’ brings you this mid-century style, a suburban sanctuary with a trio of porches for various forms of outdoor lounging and southern hospitality. The property can comfortably house up to eight guests throughout three bedrooms, with a dining room that will remind you of the dinners at grandma’s house back in the day.
Slidell, Louisiana, United States
9.26 km (5.8 mi) from Pearl River Wildlife Management AreaAccommodates: 8
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this was a beautiful home with plenty of room clean and with in driving distance the new orleansHost:
was very friendly and the home was lovelyhost was very nice place exactly how is listedsarah was a great host super thorough and kind family trip to the zoo and aquariumsara the caretaker was absolutely amazing and so hospitable and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
it is also close to the main attractions in slidellthe property is a great location to travel to either new orleans or biloxihad access to the garage to park our car which was niceoverall a great place to spend some family time
3. Close to interstate and 45 minutes from New Orleans (from USD 41)
This piece of classic Americana is right off the Interstate and located about 5-minutes by car from Picayune’s central commercial venues and restaurants. Enough room for five guests is provided, with two bedrooms, three beds, and two shared bathrooms making up the interior. The exterior features a nostalgic, bright yellow siding and outdoor porch to provide your quintessential vacation moments.
Picayune, Mississippi, United States
18.68 km (11.7 mi) from Pearl River Wildlife Management AreaAccommodates: 5
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the place was clean and quietthe room was clean and i was able to get a good nights restwe had a very nice time staying at kaila's house the place was very clean and convenientshe communicates well her house is very organized and cleanvery clean and very cozy everything you need when staying somewhere away from homeHost:
host is very helpfulkaila is a wonderful hostkaila and family were amazing hostskaila was a great host and her family is awesomekaila is a wonderful host she provided me with a comfortable quiet place to restRead more reviewsLocation:
while the price and the location were ideal for travel i would be hesitant to stay here againnice cozy little place to spend the night
4. The Cottage
Simplicity is a staple in the south, and that couldn’t be more evident than in this roomy cottage, located about a 40-minute drive from New Orleans and only 15-minutes from the Fontainebleau State Park. Fontainebleau is a 2800-acre (1133 hectare) park nestled on the shore of Lake Pontchartrain. This cottage comes with one bed, a bathroom, spacious living room, a full kitchen, and enough inflatable beds to comfortably house an entire family.
Lacombe, Louisiana, United States
21.15 km (13.2 mi) from Pearl River Wildlife Management AreaSuperhostAccommodates: 4
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the cottage was so cozy and filled with thoughtful touchesthe cottage is comfortable and cozythe cottage is super comfortable has tons of space and very cutethe cottage is very cute and comfortablethe cottage is a gem it is spacious comfortable and welcomingCleanliness:
so very clean and comfortablevery clean and very niceit is clean and welcomingthe space is clean and comfortablesafe clean warm and welcomingHost:
host is very nicemike was definitely a great hostgreat host and communicationsjames was a great host and so accommodating to usjames was an awesome host he was very kind and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
safe and secluded location but also conveniently close to the freewayawesome place in an awesome locationthis cottage is a gem it is so cute a great location in a beautiful and quiet neighborhoodamazing place secluded but easy access to the citygreat location easy check-in & check-out
5. of 4 private rooms in the country home
With a prime location about an hour’s drive outside of New Orleans; a chic, metal-faced country home is available to comfortably house several guests in their own private room, upon request. Guests can also relax together in the spacious living room or outdoor seating area. An outrageously economical price makes this a no-brainer if you’re in the area!
Sun, Louisiana, United States
43.4 km (27.0 mi) from Pearl River Wildlife Management AreaSuperhostAccommodates: 2
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room is not secure while you are out so be prepared to always take valuables with youthe bed was super comfy as well as the bathroomsCleanliness:
very clean very spacioushouse is clean and spaciousthe place was spotless quiet and comfortablegreat place to stay quite and cleanHost:
john was a great host and good communicatorthe owners are great busy people who provide an excellent stayjohn and emma are great hostsjohn & amy were fabulous hosts who communicated well and were very responsivegreat place to stay and great hosts highly recommendedRead more reviewsLocation:
awesome rural getaway location about an hour from new orleans
6. Azalea Lane guesthouse
For the outdoorsy types and seclusion enthusiasts, a well-placed cabin is available in the Bayou Lacombe neighbourhood of Picayune, close to areas for fishing, boating, hiking, and general states of tranquillity. Up to three travellers can enjoy the studio-style guesthouse with a queen bed, extra twin bed, dining table and a kitchen area. The property also features a covered porch outside, a grill, fire pit, hot tub, and a tire swing for working on your accuracy as a quarterback. This accommodation is only 48 minutes from the French Quarter.
23.19 km (14.5 mi) from Pearl River Wildlife Management Area
7. Pine Cabin in the woods
When you need that occasional break from the abject insanity of New Orleans, the perfect spot is a single-room cabin surrounded by a wildlife preserve, trails, and ponds to help you hit the reset button. Great for a couple’s getaway; the property features one bed, a bathroom, a fireplace, an outdoor labyrinth to get lost in, and a pool. Nearby attractions include a tour of the swamps, the Abita Brewery, and a golf course.
36.17 km (22.5 mi) from Pearl River Wildlife Management Area
8. The sunflower cottage
This two-bedroom house can be found in downtown Picayune and features high ceilings for an open-air feel, as well as a choice of porches and firepit in the yard for advancing mingling. Make this your home away from home(temporarily, of course.)
24.2 km (15.1 mi) from Pearl River Wildlife Management Area
9. North shore spa retreat
All the flavour of a cosmopolitan apartment inside a three-bedroom house down on the Bayou. This is a great spot for fitness enthusiasts, as you can enjoy an intense workout in the exercise room and then loosen up in the hot tub afterwards; a routine that guarantees success at whatever you try to do on the New Orleans strip later in the evening. The enviable property also has a sunroom, a pool, an indoor fireplace and two flat screen televisions for the homebodies.
3.85 km (2.4 mi) from Pearl River Wildlife Management Area
10. Private and luxurious Italian villa
Live life like a Bayou version of Don Corleone, in this luxurious 5,000 square foot (464.5 sq/m) Italian Villa that can comfortably house up to eight guests. The stucco-walled, old-world estate features 22-foot (6.7 m) ceilings for an imperial feel, four bedrooms, three and a half baths, a foosball table, and a mind-blowing water fountain. We mustn’t forget the second-floor breezeway to enjoy warm summer nights. The property also doubles as a formal events option for weddings or business conferences. Outdoors, the property features a courtyard and pool and is surrounded by 72 acres (8.9 hectare) of woods to keep the alligators away.
Picayune, Mississippi, United States
27.85 km (17.4 mi) from Pearl River Wildlife Management AreaTop guest reviews
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the beds were comfy and the wifi was working greatoutside patio are was nice with a table and chairs and a swinging outdoor bedthe pool was great a nice treat in the mississippi heatwe especially enjoyed the back patio porch swing the pool and the grilli highly recommend staying at this villa and enjoying a drink by the poolCleanliness:
clean well appointed and comfortableeverything was clean and exactly as listedpool was lovely and cleankitchen was good clean and provisioned wellswimming pool was very cleanHost:
host was very kind and communicativechristopher was very responsive and a gracious hostour host chris was very responsivethe owner was very nice and responded very quickly to uschris was an amazing host providing details of what to expect and quick responses to questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
very unique and cool house and interesting rural gulf coast locationit is in a nice secluded location with everything you needgood location for new orleans gulf port slidellhad an incredible weekend at this location i would love to return here if i had the opportunityit is a beautiful place great for getting away and being in a secluded area
Picking your brain about Picayune
Picayune really holds water (no swamp pun intended) as a perfect pass-through town for travellers approaching the greater New Orleans area and offers the best of both worlds. You can have relaxation combined with intelligent forms of entertainment like swamp tours, wildlife watching, wilderness exploration, or a day spent at the space station.
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