A weekend retreat at a lakeside cabin sounds delightful, right? Louisiana has plenty of charming cabins you can cozy up in, but few match the spectacular views of the cabins at Fontainebleau State Park. Pack your bags and clear your schedule, because you may never want to leave this idyllic oasis.

Located in Mandeville, Fontainebleau State Park features 2,800 acres of natural beauty, all nestled along the shores of Lake Pontchartrain.

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This St. Tammany Parish treasure is just the ticket for those times when you need a little sunshine and nature in your life.

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And there’s a lot of history to this beautiful park.

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Before it was a park, Fontainebleau was a sugar plantation up until 1852, and the sugar mill ruins are still visible today.

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There’s a lot to explore here, and there are over five miles of trails that will lead you through the park.

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From the marsh to the lake, the trails are great for families with kids of all ages.

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And the views? Sensational!

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But the lakefront cabins are the real hidden gem.

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These fully-furnished cabins can sleep up to eight people and come with everything you need for that rest and relaxation you deserve.

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Spend your mornings overlooking Lake Pontchartrain with a cup of coffee…

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…and your evenings watching the sunset. Sounds like paradise, right?

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We wouldn’t blame you if you decided to extend your stay by a day or two.

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For rates and availability, visit the park’s website and be sure to give them a follow on Facebook.

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With views like this, you may never want to leave!

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Address: Fontainebleau State Park, 62883 LA-1089, Mandeville, LA 70448, USA