Louisiana Students Evicted From Florida Spring Break Rental

Authorities respond to noise complaints and underage drinking at overcrowded beach house

Apr. 14, 2026 at 5:14pm

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A group of students from the University of Louisiana-Lafayette were evicted from their Spring Break rental in Florida after the property management company called the Walton County Sheriff's Department to respond to noise complaints and underage drinking. The house was reportedly overcrowded with more than 50 people, and authorities say it was left trashed, likely resulting in the renters losing their deposit and being placed on a 'Do Not Rent To' list.

Why it matters

Spring Break is a popular time for college students to let loose, but this incident serves as a reminder that there are still rules and laws that must be followed, even while on vacation. Overcrowding, noise violations, and underage drinking can lead to serious consequences, as this group of Louisiana students found out the hard way.

The details

According to the Walton County Sheriff's Department, authorities were called to the rental property by the management company overseeing the house due to noise complaints and reports of underage drinking. When they arrived, they found more than 50 people inside the home, which was left in a state of disrepair. The rental agency then requested that the sheriff's department evict the group of students from the property.

  • The incident occurred during Spring Break 2026.

The players

Walton County Sheriff's Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the noise and underage drinking complaints at the Spring Break rental property and carried out the eviction.

University of Louisiana-Lafayette

The college that the group of evicted students attended, known as the 'Ragin' Cajuns'.

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What they’re saying

“Spring Break is a time to have fun and unplug; however, one group of students from the University of Louisiana-Lafayette found out the hard way that sometimes you can't overdo it while on Spring Break.”

— Chris Reed, Author

What’s next

The rental agency will likely keep the students' deposit and add them to a 'Do Not Rent To' list, making it difficult for them to find accommodations for future Spring Break trips.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a cautionary tale for college students heading to Spring Break destinations - while the break is meant for fun, it's important to still respect rental rules, local laws, and the surrounding community to avoid facing serious consequences.