Before I moved to Louisiana, I honestly didn't believe the "Bayou State" had beaches. Like many, I pictured endless swamps and marshes, convinced there was no such thing as a proper coastline. I'm thrilled to tell you that Louisiana boasts some of the most epic beachfront Airbnbs and surprisingly beautiful stretches of sand along the Gulf of Mexico. Discovering these hidden coastal gems has been one of my happiest surprises since calling Louisiana home.

What if I told you that you don't have to go to Gulf Shores or to Florida to enjoy the beach? What if there were a beachfront property ready for you and your crew just 4 hours away? You have probably heard of the Cajun Riviera, also known as the "Hidden Beach" in Louisiana. Although the local hot spot has a lot of names, you probably know it as Holly Beach. This is a coastal community in the unincorporated community of Cameron Parish, Louisiana.

If you want to enjoy all the beauty of the Cajun Riviera and you're strapped for funds, there is a beachfront property that might be perfect for you. Starting at just $350 a night, you can walk 50 feet and touch the ocean.

Keep in mind, the hosts of Beauty and the Beach don't want you if you're high-maintenance. They say, "If you are high maintenance, please do not place a reservation at our home. I’m sorry, but high-maintenance guests are not welcome. We are distant owners for a little beach home right in the ocean, we are not the Ritz Carlton. Our home is imperfectly wonderful, enjoy your surroundings."

If you want to book this weekend getaway less than 4 hours from Shreveport, just click here to book. 

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