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Madison & ~UW~-Madison Area Lakefront Home

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 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 centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • 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
  • Snorkelling 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

  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • 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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport 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 area

Map
McFarland, WI

What's nearby

  • Lake Waubesa - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Alliant Energy Center - 10 min drive - 11.7 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 16 min drive - 16.3 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?

Checkout 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 miles (5 km).

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Madison & ~UW~-Madison Area Lakefront Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 193 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

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

Great!

Enjoyed the stay — great access to nature and got a beautiful sunset!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke M.

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

Beautiful Home

We had a wonderful weekend here with family. A beautiful place to stay with gorgeous views of the lake. The house was super clean and felt like home. We cannot wait to go back again! Jennifer was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arshish K.

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

Superb stay

Gorgeous lakefront location. Upscale interiors. Well equipped. Very clean and well-maintained. 12 minutes to downtown. Kind and responsive hosts. What could be better?
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

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

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

Catlin S.

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

Madison lake house

Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Verified traveller

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

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

Tim L.

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

Excellent weekend getaway

The property is fantastic! Great views of the lake and very close to a lot of outdoor activities. We enjoyed the house and views - would highly recommend staying at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

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

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

William L.

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

Why it was great!

Several super places within easy walking.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D. K.

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

One of our all-time favorites

Conveniently located, beautiful lake and property, this has been one of our favorite rentals out of dozens.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

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

Perfect for stay with toddler and grandparents

Property was great for a trip with a toddler and grandparents. Location was easy to get around Madison and the surrounding suburbs. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023