Grand Isle is a town in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, located on a barrier island of the same name in the Gulf of Mexico. The island is at the mouth of Barataria Bay where it meets the gulf. A remote oasis nearly hidden within Louisiana’s expansive shoreline, Grand Isle is your passport to adventure in a state known for being a “Sportsman’s Paradise.” Renowned for its world-class fishing and birding habitat, Louisiana’s only inhabited barrier island offers unblemished views of the Gulf of Mexico, miles of beaches, and boundless wildlife. Couple this with southern hospitality and mouthwatering seafood and you’ll discover why visitors have fallen in love with Grand Isle for two and a half centuries. Here are the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Grand Isle!
Editor’s update: Grand Isle survived the devastating Hurricane Ida that occurred between August 26 - September 4, 2021, but with immense damages. The town is unable to provide adequate services to the community or host travelers at the moment. Keeping the town and its people in our prayers, so they’re able to overcome this natural disaster and emerge stronger as a community.
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 October 23, 2024.
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1. Elegant Victorian home with private backyard (from USD 592)
From its Victorian elegance to its modern amenities, Le Château de Pauger is a New Orleans original. Out with the old and “inn” with the new! Experience the allure of Victorian antiquity in this meticulously designed new building. Gleaming wood floors, fine carpentry, high ceilings, and local decor combine to create an ambiance of spacious elegance. Fall in love with the Big Easy and indulge in its renowned culture as you stay in this breathtaking Victorian chateau with all the modern amenities. Located in the historic Marigny Triangle, Le Château de Pauger can host up to 8 guests, with its 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. In addition to its luxurious inside accommodations, guests can retreat to a private backyard oasis to refresh and rejuvenate after a day in the French Quarter.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owner was really great tooalex and tony were amazing hoststhe owner alex was great to communicate withalex was an amazing host and made sure we had everything we neededand we used our hosts driver recommendations with great success alsoLocation:
the location is wonderfully convenientespecially convenient if you're interested in the music at the clubs on frenchman streetwe had a wonderful stay in nola in the perfect place for our special needs on this tripdefinitely unexpected and in an amazing locationthough it was on the edge of the french quarter it was an easy walk to everythingCleanliness:
the house was clean comfortable and very welcomingwe weren't disappointed the rental is really nice very clean tastefully decorated and very comfortableexactly as pictured very spacious and clean and charming on the inside and outRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
owners thought of every detail including fully stocked kitchen coffee/tea; refreshments an extra bonusvery comfortable three bedroom home with extra high ceilings in marigny
2. Rental way down in Louisiana (from 110 USD)
Visit and nurture the art of life at Bonne Terre. Their peaceful farm is a great retreat – excellent for the fine art of relaxing - with lots of natural light and many amenities. Get away from it all and connect to Louisiana’s Cajun and Creole countryside right outside of Lafayette, Louisiana. The setting is pastoral and they are within easy reach and filled with south Louisiana’s great food, music and culture.
Rental way down in Louisiana
Price: from 110 USD
Number of Guests: 4
3. Luxury suites, located close to the French Quarter (from 201 USD)
This well appointed suite has two full bedrooms both with queen size beds. There is also an over sized Twin bed if needed. The Elysian Fields Suite also has a full bath-shower with soaker tub. Enjoy your comfy ISO-COOL pillows. HDTV cable access, free WIFI access, a mini fridge, microwave, toaster, and a coffee station are all available. You will have your own private entrance and full access to both courtyards. The Courtyard’s hours are from 8am-8pm. Stay cool with central air and ceiling fans.
Luxury suites, located close to the French Quarter
Price: from 201 USD
Number of Guests: 5
4. Custom-built Cajun cabin with bayou views (from USD 161)
Beautiful custom-built Cajun Cabin, with a fully-equipped kitchen, living room and full bath. Cabin interiors are rustic and constructed of reclaimed virgin cypress and pine. The cabin has a large TV in the living room and is equipped with WiFi and DirectTV. The cabin is built on property right off Pierre Part Bay and has a queen-size bed in the bedroom along with a sofa & love seat in the living room. The bathroom has a shower stall, and there is a large covered dock where you can fish or tie up your boat. There is a boat ramp within walking distance where you can launch your boat to either fish or to just explore the beautiful waterways surrounding Pierre Part, including Lake Verret and Belle River. You may even catch a glimpse of the stars of Swamp People during your stay! Rainbow Inn, a frequent filming location for the show, is right across the Bay from the cabin and is in walking distance.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owner and manager took very good care of usour hosts were very accommodating and friendlymarilyn and eddie were the perfect hoststhe owners were wonderful eddie and marilyn were great hostsowners were very accommodating and went above and beyond to make us feel welcomeCleanliness:
it was so clean and neatloved the cabin very clean and quietstayed 4 nights at the cabin it was clean and super comfortablewonderful 4 day stay at this cozy and clean cabinRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
wi-fi and the tv worked greatvery clean well equipped with kitchen necessities great view of bayou across the road
5. Amazing uptown location (from 184 USD)
This property has been used as a location for two Hollywood South Films and was featured in The Curious Case of Benjamin Buttons and was also used in filming of The Paperboy. Enjoy the charm and convenience of Uptown New Orleans on beautiful oak tree lined Napoleon Avenue. The house is located on the Mardi Gras Day Parade Route! When there are no parades you can enjoy a ride on the world’s oldest streetcar line to view Historic Mansions and beautiful Audubon Park with its world class zoo or play a round of golf.
Head the other way down St Charles Ave. to the French Quarter and it’s a different side of history. You can stroll through the French Quarter and enjoy a different festival nearly every weekend, the amazing architecture, restaurants, antique shopping, the Audubon Aquarium and Insectarium, Mississippi Riverfront, Jackson Square. If you’re more the party all night type there’s always Bourbon Street and if you’re here for the music there always live music on Frenchman St.
Amazing uptown location
Price: from 184 USD
Number of Guests: 4
6. Small cottage 10 minutes from French Quarter (from 90 USD)
This is a mother-in-law cottage located behind the owner’s home. It has an open floor plan with queen bed in the loft area. It has stained concrete floors, central air and heat, and is tastefully decorated with additional queen sleeper sofa, clean, private, and well maintained. The cottage has a kitchenette with granite slab countertops, refrigerator, microwave, and toaster oven. This cottage’s location provides easy access to French Quarter, Uptown, the Superdome, the Convention Center and more.
Small cottage 10 minutes from French Quarter
Price: from 90 USD
Number of Guests: 4
7. Riverside luxury home (from 214 USD)
The location of this home is perfect for Mardi Gras and JazzFest. As well as JazzFest, most evening venues are within walking distance. Bicycling is the best way to travel long distances during Mardi Gras, and there is a shop two blocks away that rents bikes. It was built with an open concept with brand new furniture throughout - this is a camelback double so it is a house behind the front house. Though this place is situated in the middle of everything, it has a completely private front deck and back patio area. You can hear the trains and boats up and down the river, and the music from Tipitinas famous jazz club is nearby but not that loud.
Riverside luxury home
Price: from 214 USD
Number of Guests: 6
8. Well-furnished abode with hot tub and city views (from USD 487)
NOLA’s Ultimate Pad is located right next door to Tipitina’s. New Orlean’s premiere music venue is a fully furnished house which is great for bachelor parties, family reunions, the Mardi Gras and JazzFest getaways. It is located in the beautiful Uptown NOLA, on the parade route. The property is comprised of a huge outdoor patio, bars, BBQ, party deck, pool table, juke box, and an 8 person hot tub as featured amenities. A spiral staircase leads to the master suite upstairs with another roof deck overlooking the city. This deluxe pad offers 3 bedrooms downstairs, a large open kitchen, modern appliances, a spacious living room and recreation room.
Top guest reviews
Host:
adam is a great hostas a bonus adam is a great hostadam was a gracious host and we'd definitely stay here againadam that owner gave us a thorough walk through and treated us with great southern hospitalityadam was a great host; easy to get in touch with and quick to respondLocation:
great location close to supermarket and few blocks away from great restaurantseasy walk to magazine street where some of the best restaurants in the world are locatedthe location next to tipitinas and right along a parade route was a huge advantageita literally across the street from a supermarket so getting supplies is easyeverything was great the house is perfect for a group and we loved the locationCleanliness:
the house was extremely clean and the location was excellentthe place was clean and very comfortable ac was amazing and everything worked perfectlyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great size kitchen to have food snacks and beverages
9. Uptown gem with amazing location (from USD 950)
This is a newly renovated house with the finest modern amenities. It has an open plan living area which is perfect for entertaining and relaxation. It has a gorgeous chef’s kitchen with high-end appliances, beautiful front porch with swing and bistro set, and a large master bedroom with sitting area. This place is filled with three guest bedrooms (2 bedrooms with queen beds, 1 bedroom with 3 twins beds, perfect for children and teens). It is situated one block from the excitement of Magazine Street, and two blocks from the beauty of Audubon Park. Stay here and experience New Orleans living at its finest!
Top guest reviews
Host:
owner and property manager were both wonderful to deal withLocation:
the location is fantasticthe location is great as wellthe location was perfect for our activitiesit’s such a perfect location and so attractivethe house is in a great location and has parking accommodations for 2 vehicles (rare find in uptown no)Cleanliness:
it was comfortable clean and welcominghouse was great- stayed there before & loved the clean open spaceRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
living room and huge sectional couch were greatbeds were super comfortablethe beds were very comfortable and the master bath was wonderfulkitchen and bathrooms all updated and nice beds are comfy large living area with huge sofa
10. Acadian style cabin with a clawfoot tub (from USD 192)
This one hundred year old Acadian style cabin has all of the conveniences of modern comfort. The four room cabin is equipped with a modern kitchen completed with a microwave, electric stove, refrigerator/freezer, and dishwasher. The bedroom and bath area are quaintly furnished with a metal headboard, queen sized bed and an antique clawfoot tub. Stay here and experience 100 years of living in Grand Isle, LA!
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owners were very responsive to any questions before and during our staythe owners were also amazing will definitely book againthis was kind of a perfect choice in that regardlovely accommodations scenic warm and welcoming hosts super relaxing w rustic appealthe owners were quick to provide information about the area and helped make it more enjoyableLocation:
although it's tucked away in the beautiful country it's still close enough to travel to all the local attractionsand it turned out to be pretty close to new orleansthe cabin is a great location to visit the local plantationsthe location could not have been better for our purposes - peace quiet & relaxationit was the perfect place to relax at the end of our daysRead more reviewsCleanliness:
the cabin was immaculately clean and the grounds were attractive and well kept
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When visiting in the spring, you’ll share the island with another frequent tourist—thousands of migrating birds. The Nature Conservancy maintains nature hikes through the island’s last remaining stand of oak-hackberry forest, where the birds tend to congregate when in town. Now that you have all the details about when to visit and where to stay, what are you waiting for!
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