Title: The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=2352&destination=Monroe%2C+Louisiana%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=96497605&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe ## Photo gallery for The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe (Monroe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96500000/96497700/96497605/874ef7de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop - The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe (Monroe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96500000/96497700/96497605/23928301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe (Monroe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96500000/96497700/96497605/bc5551b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe (Monroe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96500000/96497700/96497605/04ecc83a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe (Monroe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96500000/96497700/96497605/3e2e546a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Monroe, this cozy cottage offers a warm and inviting space for relaxation. Unwind in the spacious living area or lounge on the patio with family. With a dedicated workspace, you can stay productive while still enjoying your surroundings. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Parking available £234 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe Come relax and have fun with the whole family in the stylish, cozy cottage. You will enjoy this spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath home with dedicated workspace. We are conveniently located near many locally owned restaurants that you are sure to enjoy. We are 2.7 miles /10 minutes from ULM and about 5 minutes from Forsythe Park. Enjoy a relaxing evening on the patio or lounge inside. Please note there are steps to get inside the home at 2 entrances. Please use caution, steps could be slippery when raining. Also, the front steps are short steps. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Hob - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27100/27055/70b5e6e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quality Inn Monroe Monroe - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Monroe is home to this holiday home. Heard Tennis Stadium and Bayou Bowling are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge and Forsythe Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fant-Ewing Coliseum or JPS Field at Malone Stadium. [Visit our Monroe travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monroe.dx2352) [View more Holiday homes in Monroe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monroe-Private-Holiday-Homes.d2352-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.54278%2C-92.10646&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7R3bWUut6B6_nvPph8K3rfJ9Wgc=) Monroe, LA ### What's nearby - ![Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2352/80bf7f2c-388e-4097-97b3-54650ca0ae20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge 16 min drive \- 7.6 miles - Strauss Theatre Center 4 min drive \- 1.4 miles - University of Louisiana at Monroe 5 min drive \- 2.5 miles - Monroe Civic Center 7 min drive \- 3.6 miles - Pecanland Mall 8 min drive \- 6.6 miles ### Getting around - Monroe, LA (MLU-Monroe Regional) 11 min drive ### Restaurants - Whataburger 4 min drive - Catfish Charlie's 5 min drive - Subway 5 min drive - Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers 5 min drive - Sonic Drive-In 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe? ### How much is parking at The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe? ### What time is check-in at The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe? ### What time is check-out at The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe? ### Where is The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Velvet Crush Cottage located in the heart of Monroe Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 24 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy R. 14 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice accommodations in Monroe, LA Very nice accommodations in Monroe. Everything was clean and well maintained. Conveniently located. ##### Nancy R. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Corinne V. 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easter Weekend We stayed three nights and the home was very comfortable, clean and well appointed. Pictures are accurate. We would stay here again! ##### Corinne V. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David H. 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! Super clean, comfy beds, beautifully decorated. Nice quiet neighborhood. Loved the snacks upon welcome. Will be staying here again if we’re ever in Monroe. ##### David H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### RUPERT L. 25 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy home away from home. Very cozy. Communication with the owner was great. Very well appointed and had everything that we needed. Would stay there again. ##### RUPERT L. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lacey S. 18 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from home We had a wonderful stay! Hosts thought of everything (coffee, snacks, full length mirrors, books, makeup area, wifi, tv's in all rooms, games, etc) and most importantly it was extremely clean! Loved the vibe and decorations as well! ##### Lacey S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kade S. 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good Weekend We were here for a weekend basketball tournament, the property was very clean and had all the essentials we needed for our stay. We even had snacks waiting for us when we arrived. I would definitely recommend staying here if you’re ever in Monroe. ##### Kade S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tassy J. 13 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet, clean house close to everything! We traveled to Monroe for our friend’s wedding and had a great time staying here. The neighborhood was close to everything and quiet. The house itself was very clean and had enough room for all of us. I would recommend staying here if you are visiting! ##### Tassy J. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David B. 4 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay in Monroe If you are traveling to Monroe, this is your home. It was beautifully and thoughtfully decorated, is extremely comfortable, had all amenities you would need, and is located in a quiet neighborhood easily accessible to downtown, ULM, etc. Communication with the owners was excellent. ##### David B. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 27 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This property was better than described and pictured. There were plenty of extra comfy blankets throughout the home. The complimentary items were a very classy touch. The property was very clean, cozy and relaxing. I absolutely loved it! ##### John Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### LeaAnn J. 8 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Velvet Cottage was perfect! Mary was great at communicating with us, the house was immaculate, lots of little touches like a mini snack bar and a few bottles of water in the fridge were a nice surprise when we got in late, we had plenty of linens for a family a 5 for the weekend, the kids loves the air hockey table and more! Our family will definitely be back! Highly recommended! ##### LeaAnn J. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie S. 26 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute and clean! Super cute, VERY clean property in a quiet neighborhood. Close to everything! Property manager is very attentive and responds quickly. Has just about everything you need in the kitchen (except bowls and wine glasses, lol) We came for a ballet intensive and will recommend this house to anyone that will be coming back here! ##### Katie S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### George M. 12 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place We love staying here. Thank you! ##### George M. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Navi G. 28 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Cottage! The cottage was clean, needed all what we needed and was a pleasant place to stay! We had a great, restful weekend! ##### Navi G. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hillary S. 12 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute and Cozy Great house in a nice neighborhood. Had everything we needed. ##### Hillary S. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg D. 19 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Nice Nice little home. ##### Greg D. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### donna h. 6 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Awesome place to stay! It is the little things that make a place feel like home and this one has it. I love the velvet touches everywhere. Very clean! Big for a small house. My teens loved the little air hockey table. Nice quiet neighbor hood. Beds were so comfortable. ##### donna h. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelly S. 17 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house! So convenient and so nicely stocked with little extras! Great renovation with pretty bathrooms! I would highly recommend!! ##### Shelly S. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Staci B. 28 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Cottage The Cozy Cottage was exactly as pictured and described. Everything from start to finish was perfection. Definitely recommend this host and this property! ##### Staci B. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg R. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome The velvet crush is the cutest home ! ! Mary is a great host ! Next time we are in Monroe, we plan to stay again! ##### Greg R. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### George M. 18 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Very nice ##### George M. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Delle F. 1 Nov 2025 ##### Delle F. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle F. 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Danielle F. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ---