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Layton Castle
4.4 ★★★★☆ 53 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in Monroe, Louisiana
Originally built in 1814 as a Creole cottage, this red brick historical landmark now houses apartments.
Plan your tour
- Capacity couples mention 115–115-guest events in reviews — ask the venue for their stated maximum
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (318) 322-4869
- Website laytoncastle.com — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM–3 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–3 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 9:30 AM–3 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Amenities couples mention
What couples say again and again
“It is a beautiful old building it has been well kept and the manager is very nice and helpful.”
From the reviews
Layton Castle in Monroe, Louisiana, is one of those rare, serendipitous discoveries that can change your entire perspective on a place. Picture yourself with a fine glass of wine, reclining under the sprawling canopy of ancient trees, while the golden hour sun bathes the meticulously kept castle and gardens in a warm,…
My husband & I got married here on March 21st, 2026 and it was perfect! Mrs. Pam & her team were so kind and the venue was gorgeous. Our wedding was approximately 115 people and the space could easily accommodate more if needed.
I lived at Layton Castle and enjoyed my time there as young girl in her 20s. This isn’t an apartment building this was a lady’s HOME. I stayed on the the floor above her and she became like a grandmother to me with all the good advice and old stories of growing up in that home and the area.
We had the absolute pleasure of living at a Layton castle apartment for several months while we renovated a home. I can’t fully describe how much we loved our stay!! The apartment was updated and SO comfortable that we truly hated to leave. The grounds are simply magnificent.
Getting married at Layton Castle
Layton Castle comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth it. First, see the garden at the time of day and season you'd actually get married — a garden that glows at golden hour in June can look very different at noon in March, so ask what's in bloom for your date and walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move, and does it hold everyone?), shade and bugs for a summer afternoon, the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular garden dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.