Zachary is a city in Lousiana, USA, which has a rich historical importance being the land of Port Hudson National Cemetary, the resting place of American war heroes. Often overlooked over its more popular neighbor Baton Rouge, Zachary is like a hidden gem waiting to be explored. The place will draw you with its scenic and peaceful surroundings and a laid-back countryside charisma. When you need to get away from the noise of the city for a while, choose from this list of the top 10 Airbnb vacations rentals in Zachary, Louisiana to calm your nerves and rejuvenate.
1. Cozy studio on Thunderbird lake (from USD 120)
Stay in this studio apartment overlooking the Thunderbird lake and just 30 minutes away from Zachary. The apartment can accommodate up to three guests in its one bedroom with an en-suite full bath. The studio has a quaint sitting area with TV access and a corner dedicated to microwave, fridge, coffee pot, and storage space. The house is surrounded by vast open spaces where you can relax in the daytime and enjoy a barbeque in the evening. Guests can also go swimming in the pool in the backyard or indulge in paddle boating in the lake not far from the apartment.
Denham Springs, Louisiana, United States
18.25 km (11.4 mi) from BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo
2. A private room in a pleasant home in Baker (from USD 49)
This accommodation is a haven for cyclists. This private room is in a pleasant home in Baker set in a nice and quiet natural surrounding. You will love this home and the hospitality of the hosts. The room can sleep two guests who are given access to the kitchen. The bedroom has a comfy double bed and a private bath. Your privacy is taken care of since the room has a separate entrance. The hosts will make your day by sharing breakfast with you over expert bicycle stories.
Jackson, Louisiana, United States
24.81 km (15.5 mi) from BREC's Baton Rouge ZooAccommodates: 2
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who knew a rented room came with such great conversationwe appreciated the coffee and light breakfast and our room was clean and comfyCleanliness:
the private bedroom + bath is clean and spacious and well furnishedit was nice staying here and the room was always cleanthe space was exactly as described simple and clean and in a lovely rural settingHost:
perry is a delightful hostperry is a great host very friendlyperry and lep are wonderful hosts and are super down to earthperry is a gracious host with a wealth of knowledgeperry is a wonderful host and also a wealth of knowledge about local wildlifeRead more reviewsLocation:
i would definitely recommend to anyone needing a place in the areagreat place to stay very hospitablelocation is secluded and extremely dark at night so don't forget your charger in the car like i did
3. Cole’s place
Set in a serene environment, host Margaret’s guest house, Cole’s place, is in Ventress, which is around 30 minutes drive from Zachary. This cozy studio home can accommodate four guests in its common room, which features two queen-size beds and a bathroom, a living area, and an open kitchen with basic amenities. Its highlight feature is the lovely backyard where you could cook up a barbeque meal or enjoy that morning cup of coffee amidst nature.
Ventress, Louisiana, United States
24.57 km (15.3 mi) from BREC's Baton Rouge ZooTop guest reviews
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the cottage is lovely very cozy with a delightful outdoor areamargaret’s place was very comfortable and the outdoor space is very peacefulthe beds were incredibly comfortable and check in was a breezethe beds were very comfortable and the space was very nicethe beds are among the most comfortable we've found in an airbnbCleanliness:
cottage is clean and comfortablesuper clean and very thoughtful touchescole's place is clean and comfortablethis is a clean comfortable homey placethe bed was super comfy place was very clean and neatHost:
margaret was a lovely hostmargaret was a perfect hostmargaret was an amazing host and so was davidhost was extremely friendly and helpful and provided quick responses for any questions we hadmargaret was an excellent host with a beautiful guest houseRead more reviewsLocation:
super cute placesuper cute and quiet placemargaret offers a beautiful place perfectly located between stbeautiful location about an hour outside of baton rougegood location for visiting new roads st
4. Private room with exclusive entrance
This vacation rental is 20 minutes drive away from Zachary. It’s a few blocks away from parks, museums, restaurants, and bars. You have complete privacy as the room has its own access door from the exterior of the home, convenient for entry and exit at one’s leisure. The room consists of one private bedroom with attached bathroom. it can comfortably accommodate two guests. The amenities include cable TV with HBO and Showtime, Amazon Alexa, and a kitchen equipped with a microwave, coffee maker, and a mini-fridge.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
12.03 km (7.5 mi) from BREC's Baton Rouge ZooTop guest reviews
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it’s like a hotel room but better amenities and much more personalthe room was absolutely perfectgreat host comfortable and private space all amenities provided we loved our stay recommend to anyonetv did not work however but in general great roomgreat spacious and neat room with modern interiorCleanliness:
they have a beautiful clean homecomfortable bed and clean areathe room itself was very clean and stylishroom is perfectly clean tidy and comfortableclean very neat and comfortable placeHost:
colin was a great hostthe hosts were great at communicating and made sure i got in okaythose were the important hospitality touches to know the host cared in case it was neededexcellent space and gracious hostsgreat hosts and very good communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location within walking distance of downtownamazing location and beautiful roomthe location was perfectclose to downtown and super walkablethe location is close to great local spots and also downtown
5. Chateau Granier apartment
With exceptional decor and beauty oozing throughout the property, host Renee’s home is a slice of heaven. You will be greeted by a lovely courtyard garden and a pond just in front of the home. A separate detached apartment ensures privacy. The bedroom is connected to the kitchen and the laundry room by a hallway. There is an open kitchen complete with bar stools. A quaint dining space and a living area add more charm to the place. When here, don’t forget to have a cup of cappuccino made by the host. Many visitors vouch for it!
Zachary, Louisiana, United States
12.73 km (8.0 mi) from BREC's Baton Rouge ZooTop guest reviews
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it was clean and quiet (including the pool/grounds)renee's place is very beautiful and very cleancomfortable clean and stylish thank you reneeRead more reviewsHost:
hosts were warm and lovelyrenee was incredibly helpful in every possible wayrenee and nick are amazing hosts they’re home is beautiful and they are so helpful and sweetbeautiful spot hosts are outstandingthe family was excellent hosts and it was refreshing meeting this family and staying at their apartment
6. Entire home for a large group near Baton Rouge
Finding a suitable vacation rental for a large group is often difficult to come by. But this gorgeous house in Baton Rouge is enormous and can host up to 14 guests in its six bedrooms. The house features four bedrooms and two bathrooms on the ground level and two bedrooms and one bathroom upstairs. There is a large game room with an electronic dartboard. For sports enthusiasts, there is a basketball court in the backyard. This is a fab place for a family reunion or that much-needed staycation with your friends.
8.76 km (5.5 mi) from BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo
7. A private room at Village Studios
Right out of a movie set, having bee used as a set for several movies, the “born to be blue” room at Village Studios will give you the movie feels. Located in a working film studio in Jackson, the property has 14 cottages, and each can accommodate two people. Guests have access to the pool, fishing pond, and the communal kitchen. You can also take a studio tour and have delicious meals and drinks at Mackie’s bar and grill.
25.93 km (16.2 mi) from BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo
8. Another private room at Village Studios
This private studio known as the “I know what you did last summer” room is yet another offering by the Village Studios. The room can accommodate a couple. You will be enchanted by the old-school charm this studio exudes. You can get the vintage feel in the four-poster bed and a small fireplace. The interiors of the place have been artistically done with a vintage touch. There are some good reads available for the avid reader in you.
25.93 km (16.2 mi) from BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo
9. A bright home in Baker area (from USD 62)
Located just seven minutes away from Zachary, Maison de la Lumière (house of light) is a prime accommodation. A couple can comfortably stay in its one bedroom with an attached private bath. This home is adorned with mid-century modern furniture and Louisiana-themed décor to charm you into staying longer than you intended. The property sits on four acres of land with ample paved parking space available to guests.
Baker, Louisiana, United States
5.88 km (3.7 mi) from BREC's Baton Rouge ZooAccommodates: 2
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candice's wifi worked greatcomfortable bed lots of closet space with hangers and a nice hot showerthe room and bathroom is nice and privatethe room and bathroom are exactly like the picturesCleanliness:
very clean and cozy roomvery clean and peacefulcandice keeps the place very very cleanvery clean place and classy decorationsher house was really clean and organizedHost:
candice is a wonderful hostcandice was a great hostgreat place great hostcandice is an awesome hostthis is the best host that i have ever metRead more reviewsLocation:
location was easy to get to and close to amenitiesthis place is well worth the moneywe recommend this place if needing a place while in the areaprivate room private bath great locationit's quiet and right next to the forest so close to nature for those who love it
10. Downtown apartment in Spanish Town
Ramble around untroubled in this independent downtown apartment in the historic district of Spanish Town. This tastefully decorated apartment features a large living room extending to an open-style, fully equipped kitchen. It can host a group of six people at a time in its two bedrooms. There is one bathroom with hairdryer, steamer, iron, as well as many personal hygiene amenities to share. Getting around is convenient as the bus stop is just three blocks away and the Greyhound station is also nearby.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
12.12 km (7.6 mi) from BREC's Baton Rouge ZooSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
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the beds were all supremely comfortable and the kitchen was stocked with coffee instant grits and other snacksvery comfortable and inviting space with lots of windows and natural lightwe liked the well-stocked kitchen and the stylish decor and comfortable living room furniturenice fully stocked kitchen with snacks for free would stay again :)we felt very welcome and comfortable and we'd happily stay with collin and janay againCleanliness:
clean stylish comfortable interiorthe space was clean stylish and comfortableeasy and cleanthe bathroom was very clean and same with the entire apartmentthe apartment was spacious stylish and cleanHost:
hosts are beyond friendlythe hosts were super friendly and responsivehost where very kind and available if neededfriendly hosts that introduced themselves and made sure we had a pleasant stayshe was an incredible host and her place was immaculate thank youRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is excellentlocation is perfectgreat location in a cute neighborhood with an easy walk to downtown baton rougegreat location and super friendly neighborhoodlocation is fantastic as well
Things to do in Zachary
When in Zachary, you must visit the War Memorial to pay your respects to the American war heroes. The sports lovers can then head to Zachary Youth Park, which is home to Zachary Youth Baseball Organization, to watch a ballgame. You can unleash the adventurer in you by driving ATVs through the Zachary Mudd Pitts. You could also go on a tour of the Historic Village and learn more about this lovely city by interacting with the locals who are ever so warm and welcoming. Enjoy your vacation even more by booking and staying in one of the top 10 Airbnb vacations rentals in Zachary, Louisiana.
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