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Madison & ~UW~-Madison Area Lakefront Home

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On the beach
Smart TV
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Madison & ~UW~-Madison Area Lakefront Home

Experience Madison & UW-Madison by staying in this ‘Coastal Living’ inspired lake front cottage. Downtown Madison and campus events are 15 minutes away, by car, Uber, or taxi. Fully licensed!

Relax on the wood deck that overlooks the lake, enjoy the large lawn, and go swimming, boating, fishing, or kayaking from the pier. Hiking and bike trails are practically right outside the back door. The new Lower Yahara River Trail is less than two blocks away; it connects McFarland to Madison and includes the longest boardwalk bridge constructed solely for non-motorized transportation in North America!

This beautiful, newly redesigned and rebuilt cottage on Lake Waubesa, in McFarland, Wisconsin is a 15 minute drive or Uber ride from downtown Madison, a 5 minute walk to restaurants, bars and shops in McFarland, and minutes away from the outdoor concerts, farmers markets, and other amazing activities Madison and the surrounding areas have to offer.

The living room, dining room, kitchen, first floor bedroom and the upstairs master bedroom have lake views and unparalleled sunsets.

Two first floor bedrooms, two contemporary bathrooms, a living room with TV, dining room with a large table for easy entertaining, and an entry mud room. The upstairs master bedroom has vintage wood beams and the best sunset views on Lake Waubesa. The charming, fully-equipped gourmet kitchen has white cupboards, granite counter tops, and is outfitted with stainless steel appliances that include a dishwasher. All rooms are very spacious.

Huge windows offer breathtaking views of the lake from almost every room. The illuminated Wisconsin State Capitol can be seen at night — along with other lights that twinkle around the lake.

This quintessential lake home — recently renovated by a renowned local interior designer —honors the aesthetics of lake living with vintage furnishings, nautical accessories, comfy furniture, and soft grey colors.

Boat owners are responsible for any damages to the dock. Pets are not allowed for any reason and can result in forfeiture of the entire deposit.

Also note that we are limited to six total guests; this includes overnights, parties and / or events at the property. This is controlled by village ordinance and limited by the owner for the comfort of all our guests. ANY LEASE VIOLATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO THE FORFEITURE OF THE ENTIRE DEPOSIT.

Property manager

Jennifer

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Madison ~uw~ madison Lakefront Home
Madison & ~uw~-madison Area Lakefront Home Cottage
Madison & ~uw~-madison Area Lakefront Home McFarland
Madison & ~uw~-madison Area Lakefront Home Cottage McFarland

About the neighborhood

Map
McFarland, WI

What's nearby

  • Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Alliant Energy Center - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 15 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 13 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Green Lantern Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Madison & ~UW~-Madison Area Lakefront Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Madison & ~UW~-Madison Area Lakefront Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Madison & ~UW~-Madison Area Lakefront Home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Madison & ~UW~-Madison Area Lakefront Home located?

Nestled on the beach, this McFarland cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Waubesa, Capital Springs State Recreation Area, and Aldo Leopold Nature Center. McFarland Dog Park and Monona Dog Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Madison & ~UW~-Madison Area Lakefront Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 188 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Beach House

This house was ideal. Jennifer decorated it for Christmas and it was just perfect! The size, space, decorations and location were just want we wanted. I would highly recommend this spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gurmala T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Thanksgiving Stay

The lake cottage was absolutely beautiful!! The home was very clean and organized and not to mention the amazing views!! The host was great at responding to any questions we had too. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Lake Home

What a great place on the lake! Such a beautiful view and cozy indoor space. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing lakefront home

Beautiful lakefront home in McFarland, near Madison WI. My family loved our relaxing weekend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous views, cozy house!

Stayed here with friends while we participated in a nearby curling tournament. The house was cozy, clean, and comfortable, with absolutely stunning sunset views over the peaceful lake. Easy to get to Madison, and super close to the Madison Curling Club. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great long weekend stay

Beautiful property and not far from downtown Madison. Close to some nice golf courses and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Guys Football Weekend

Great location and very nice place. Will definitely stay again in the future when the time is right. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice weekend on the lake.

It’s a beautiful place. We enjoyed our stay. I would recommend bringing eye patches, the main bedroom is bright in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice

The property was wonderfully located with a beautiful view. It was also exceptionally clean and very well renovated. There were a few nice local restaurants/bars which made the stay even nicer. The only item was when I was told that we parked in the wrong place I responded and indicated the home was wonderful. I never heard back - just kind of seemed weird. I like having a personable connection with the owner but didn't necesarily feel that way here. But still a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sibling reunion

Perfect home and location. Extraordinary clean. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nora L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

McFarland Paradise

This was our second visit to this property. It's hard to describe how fabulous it is!. Beautiful, quiet, relaxing, so well equipped and great communication with the host. Don't miss out!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Lake Vacation

Beautiful views, happy kids, great fishing, wish we could have stayed longer. Thank you for a wonderful time and new core memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect weekend on the lake

Everything about this place is wonderful! Clean, comfortable- it is a charming spot on the lake. The neighborhood was safe and we were able to access Madison within minutes. Hope to return soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Madison lake house

Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and home

We loved our three evenings at this lake house, watching wildlife and enjoying the sunsets over water. Very comfortable home and great location with proximity to park and boardwalk.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen Rosen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage on lake close to Madison

Loved the gorgeous sunset views on lake- great kayaking and easy access, convenient to events in downtown Madison- fantastic biking trails! Property was clean and had all amenities and was just right for 4 of us- although it can hold 6, it would’ve been a bit tight with 6.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th stay - always great

Wonderful property, stayed the long weekend of Madison graduation weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect long weekend getaway

We had a great stay. The lake was peaceful and serene with beautiful sunsets everyday. Only a 15 minute drive from the Capitol and Botanic Gardens. The house was better than advertised. We’d totally stay here again for a long weekend. Just the break we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lake setting

Clean, cute, and comfy house. Close to trails and Madison. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Lakehouse

Very nice stay. Clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Thanksgiving stay

Wonderful accommodations with beautiful view. Great open space and kitchen allowed us to prepare a full Thanksgiving dinner for the family. We appreciated the visit from the bald eagles too!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a view!

We loved this property! Spent a lot of time lounging outside on the dock and patio. It's a little bit out from town, but if you're planning on driving anyway, it's worth it for the view and quiet. Note: stairs to the top floor are steep! Also, the couch is comfy, but other chairs in the main living room area aren't super comfortable. Other than that, can't think of a "real" gripe...this place is great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break getaway

The cottage is clean and well stocked for a long weekend. The view of the lake is beautiful, and I'm sure it's even better in the warm months. We had everything we needed. Great little house for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H., Grapevine, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lake views!

Lovely home with beautiful lake views! Super clean, nicely decorated and easy to access. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place to stay

Mature shade on a lake and a nice house to go in to. Friendly neighbors and very little road noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023