Mona Lisa was a cute, quiet & comfortable villa. Very convenient to downtown Hot Springs. I would like to have known that the property had a bath/hot tub and how to have been able to gain access to it. The back deck could have been swept or blown clean of debris on day of arrival

This property did not meet our expectations based on the descriptions in the listing. The couch was broken and incredibly uncomfortable. We had hoped for a cozy place where we could hang out, get some work done, and watch some final four basketball. Instead, we were uncomfortable enough we spent the day out and about in Hot Springs and had to find the final four games on our laptop because the channel was not available on the tv service provided. The bathroom includes a note to throw away the used toilet paper rather than flushing it and there is not central heat or air. More importantly, nothing about this location would be accessible for anyone with mobility issues or older people who struggle with balance. A wheelchair would not be able to navigate this property. We have had many VRBO experiences we love, including in rustic cabins. This one, however, was disappointing.

Loved the location. It’s time to upgrade the mattress and I’m still waiting on someone to contact me regarding the ants.

The house was very nice and pretty, as well as the view. We had 3 nights reserved. The first night we heard animals in the ceiling and the walls that kept us up all night. They were scratching and running around. We promptly reserved a hotel room the next morning for our other 2 nights that we were in Hot Springs. We reached out to the email we were given for contact and informed them but we never heard anything back. I give them a 2 because the views were very nice but there was absolutely no way we could have stayed there.

Quiet, beautiful spot for a couples get away. Not being able to flush toilet paper was inconvenient.

The property is very cute and right next to the woods. The place was clean except for a colony of ants running around in the pantry cabinet and around the kitchen. Also on the first night there was thumping, knocking, and scratching on the other side of our headboard. Sounded like it was in the walls and sometimes in the ceiling. Pretty sure it was raccoons since the next night we saw a couple run under the house. Made it hard to sleep because it was fairly loud and disruptive. I didn’t sleep much at all the first night. Manager said they would put us in a different unit by the end of the second day but that never happened so there was no follow through. The second night there were more noises but not as much. It’s a great location with pretty scenery and a cute place BUT disruptive animals and poor communication from host is holding it back.

Cat smell made husbands allergies. Contacted owner she said she did not know anything about a cat being in the house. We had to leave the second night because allergies so bad. We found cat food and cat litter under the sink. Ants in kitchen and bathroom. Hair on bed sheets and in the bathroom.. Blood spot on quilt on couch.

Upon arriving we saw a fox, a raccoon, and a groundhog! Really cool! Down the street we saw two deer! The grounds, the trees and the environment were very relaxing! We had everything we needed to sleep comfortably and to cook the meals that we had planned. All of the activities that we were interested in were nearby and easy to find. Overall this was a great trip! The few things that we recommend are to disclose that there is no central heat and air; there are only window units and a stand alone heater. Additionally, directions for entry need to specify there is NO KEY. We only had a code to enter and the door did not lock automatically. Last, make sure to mention that guests should make reservations for bath houses ahead of time or immediately upon arrival.

It was convenient to downtown. The bed was comfortable, we slept great. We loved the art work, ver cute and cozy cottage.

My wife and I stayed as a quick getaway. This place was just what we were looking for. The house was nice and perfect for the two of us. We loved being close to downtown, but still being off the main traffic. We will definitely come back!

Pros: Close to town, in nature, charming area, very clean, friendly owners, quiet Cons: plumbing issues, internet issues, no central heat and air, cramped We rented the Mona Lisa for a full week to work remote and explore Hot Springs in the evenings. While the listing may be ok for someone who will not be spending a lot of time there it wasn’t appropriate for what we needed in a work-remote scenario. We cut our seven-day trip short. Plumbing: Firstly, the owner asks that no toilet paper of any kind be flushed in the toilet. It was not disclosed in the listing that the toilet plumbing was in disrepair so much so that any soiled toilet tissue must be placed in the open trash can provided. This created an unpleasant and unsanitary situation in the only bathroom in the property. Inaccurate photos: We chose this property specifically because it had a desk and chair where I could set up my workstation for the week. Upon arrival we realized that the photos in the listing were outdated and no longer reflected the current state of the property where the desk has been replaced by two cabinets and the chair is gone. The full-length mirror featured in the photos is also missing. We worked with the owner to correct this issue and moved in a desk from another unit. Heat and Air: Only after we had booked the property on VRBO did we receive an email disclosing that the property did not have heat and we’d be using an exposed flame propane space heater to heat the property. Which is actually a mobile home. This made us nervous. Wifi: While there is technically wifi, it is far too weak to support Zoom calls or any sort of streaming. Again, this may not be an issue for everyone but working remotely this was critical. Animal Visitors: An animal (assumed to be a raccoon) had crawled into the crawl space/attic and was burrowing/scratching at all hours of the night preventing us from getting any rest until the wee hours of the morning. We did contact the owners via text message on Friday (our first night on property) and they said they would attempt to solve the situation with live traps. If you’re looking for a rustic get away this could be a fine property for you, but keep in mind the state of the plumbing, heating, and wifi. We did not want to cancel our stay because the owners were kind, but we did move to a hotel after 4 nights of our planned 7-night stay.

Super cute! It has everything you need for a great weekend. We highly recommend this property if you are looking to be close the action of Hot Springs without being in it.

Close to everything on the main strip in Hot Springs. The outdoor grill needs to be replaced. It’s a shame that a bigger grill isn’t available for the very roomy deck that it has. Overall the place was like home and provided everything we needed. Would stay there again.

The only issue was the lack of instructions on operating the lock on the door. That was the only real hiccup.

Great time good location and clean! Ok he futon does recline too!!

The accommodations were very clean. I did not like that we were asked to not flush toilet paper because the pipes were old ..that is just very unsanitary. Also it was difficult to open the freezer door on the refrigerator because it was jammed next to a wall. There was no space in the kitchen to open the oven door either. There needed to be a few minor upgrades to the curtains and the furniture. We had difficulty with the door lock and rhe gas space heater, but those issues were resolved quickly. My friends and I had a nice weekend but will probably not go back to this particular unit again.

Loved the little cottage we stayed in so cute and cozy! Very close to downtown too

Overall we enjoyed our stay in the Mona Lisa and it was a good value for our stay. My husband and there were there for 6 nights, probably a bit longer than most so some of my observations wouldn’t have mentioned if just a weekend visit. I am sharing details that hopefully help you prepare. It is conveniently located, a quick 5 minute drive to the historic center. The property is quiet, although the drive through the neighborhood to get there may take you back upon first arrival. We had no issues or concerns while there. Interior is clean and has the space needed for two people. Bedroom is spacious and the bed is comfortable but firm. Pillows were good as well. They have added a window unit to the bedroom plus there is a ceiling fan so no concerns with staying cool in there. Bathroom is small but works, be sure to use the shelves behind the mirror since there is limited counter space. Towels were nice and plenty for two people. Somethings to keep in mind. There are only 4 plates and 4 bowls, so if you are planning to eat in be prepared to do dishes frequently or bring paper plates. Kitchen is stocked well otherwise. The oven generated a lot of heat when used, definitely needed the fan we pulled out of the closet in the bedroom. The living room / dining area is a good size and large TV. The couch is not very comfortable. Again for a weekend, probably wouldn't have used it much. For us, we had long days of hiking so in the evening we wanted a comfortable place to sit. My disappointment was the deck area. It does not look like the photo any longer. The two chairs are there but the chairs to the table are gone. In there place are two old inside style wooden stools, one of which is broken, thus making it unusable to have dinner outside. Additionally the was extremely dirty. It was right next to the window unit for the living room, which needs to be cleaned. This combination resulted in a dirty window in the living room that impeded the view from the table inside and made the deck area uninviting.

Overall we enjoyed our stay in the Mona Lisa and it was a good value for our stay. My husband and there were there for 6 nights, probably a bit longer than most so some of my observations wouldn’t have mentioned if just a weekend visit. I am sharing details that hopefully help you prepare. It is conveniently located, a quick 5 minute drive to the historic center. The property is quiet, although the drive through the neighborhood to get there may take you back upon first arrival. We had no issues or concerns while there. Interior is clean and has the space needed for two people. Bedroom is spacious and the bed is comfortable but firm. Pillows were good as well. They have added a window unit to the bedroom plus there is a ceiling fan so no concerns with staying cool in there. Bathroom is small but works, be sure to use the shelves behind the mirror since there is limited counter space. Towels were nice and plenty for two people. Somethings to keep in mind. There are only 4 plates and 4 bowls, so if you are planning to eat in be prepared to do dishes frequently or bring paper plates. Kitchen is stocked well otherwise. The oven generated a lot of heat when used, definitely needed the fan we pulled out of the closet in the bedroom. The living room / dining area is a good size and large TV. The couch is not very comfortable. Again for a weekend, probably wouldn't have used it much. For us, we had long days of hiking so in the evening we wanted a comfortable place to sit. My disappointment was the deck area. It does not look like the photo any longer. The two chairs are there but the chairs to the table are gone. In there place are two old inside style wooden stools, one of which is broken, thus making it unusable to have dinner outside. Additionally the was extremely dirty. It was right next to the window unit for the living room, which needs to be cleaned. This combination resulted in a dirty window in the living room that impeded the view from the table inside and made the deck area uninviting.

Really close to town and even closer to the forest. Coffee in the morning on the deck over-looking the forest was really nice. Thanks for an excellent stay. I would stay here again!

We enjoyed a relaxing few days & nights near Hot Springs, Arkansas. The weather was beautiful & very comfortable. There are many activities to do in the area & we had easy access to all of them.

I absolutely adored this cottage. The location, the details, the quietness, and even had good access to some nice hiking trails I wasn't expecting. I'll be back.

Place was clean and neat . Very well taken care of . A+++

Great weekend getaway location

Great little place to stay for a few nights. The Bath House was extremely relaxing after a day out hiking and exploring.

This was a beautiful property with a wonderful bathhouse. We thoroughly enjoyed the patio looking out into the woods and the close proximity to all that Hot Springs has to offer. It truly was the perfect getaway for us to spend some time together and just unplug from the world for a few days. The mountains and the city of Hot Springs is beautiful! The owners were very helpful and friendly and my only regret is not writing in the journal that everyone else had written about their stay and that we couldn't stay longer!

The best part of this property is peacefulness. The tub and bath house is a selling point. It was a great place to relax.

The location is close to town and several scenic drives through the mountains. The place itself what exactly what I expected and suited our needs perfectly.

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at the Cozy Mona Lisa Village! We will definitely be back the villa was so adorable and charming, we highly recommended if going to hot springs please stay there...

Really enjoyed the stay, very clean! We got so much rest on his trip!

This is a hidden gem in the middle of hot springs. If you want a private secluded getaway for the weekend, this is the place. Close to everything hot springs has to offer. I will be back next year!!!

We really enjoyed this location! Very quiet & relaxing for the getaway of our Honeymoon! Once youve unlocked the door of your cottage be sure to take the key with you always cause the door locks automatically behind you! The bed could use a mattress topper as it was very hard. Those 2 complaints don’t outweigh the good experience we had though. The cottage was just minutes away from everything and the communal bathhouse at the cottage was amazing! Deer and raccoons will walk right up while you’re sitting on the deck enjoying the view. We highly recommend this stay to anyone needing a quiet getaway!