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Near DT Madison - Half Block from Lake Monona & 1 Block from Lake Loop Bike Path

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Living area
Room with king bed
Interior
Room with queen bed
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6122.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Monona, WI
  • Alliant Energy Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Capitol Square
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Near DT Madison - Half Block from Lake Monona & 1 Block from Lake Loop Bike Path

Immerse yourself in the best of mid-century living in this true-to-era retro ranch.

Located within view of picturesque Lake Monona, this is the perfect spot to come home to after exploring the Madison area.

Enjoy coffee and board games in the expansive nature-themed living room; rest in any of the three comfy bedrooms; lounge on the front porch or backyard or whip up a meal in the 1950s kitchen.

This is more than just a VRBO; this is an experience you won't forget!

***The Space***
The Jade Jackalope is a three-bedroom ranch-style house built in 1957. It has been well taken care of over the years and retains most of its original charm, making it a true (and rare) mid-century retreat. Nestled in a quiet and eclectic, family-friendly neighborhood, it is the perfect getaway for couples, friends, and business travelers. Located across the street from Lake Monona and one block off the Lake Loop bike path, offering unbeatable views of the Madison skyline. BCycle electric bikes may be rented at Schluter Beach, a short 8-minute walk away. The boat launch is also right down the road.

Conveniently located:
~5 miles to downtown Madison/Capitol Square (Farmers Market, Madison Marathon, Ironman)
~5 miles to Alliant Energy Center & Coliseum (CrossFit Games, World Dairy Expo)
~2 miles to Olbrich Botanical Gardens
~6 miles to airport
~4 miles to Beltline Hwy
~19 miles to Epic
~7 miles to Kohl Center
~8 miles to Camp Randall Stadium
~78 miles to Milwaukee
~146 miles to Chicago

"Wildflower" Bedroom: One King Bed
"Western" Bedroom: One Queen bed
"Woodland" Bedroom: Two Twin beds

Our fully stocked kitchen features a refrigerator/freezer, stovetop, oven, and microwave. There is a Cuisinart drip coffee maker with complementary Starbucks Medium Roast grounds, along with packets of powdered Coffee-mate non-dairy creamer, sugar and stevia. A French press is also available. In addition, we provide an assortment of flavored teas and Swiss Miss hot chocolate. Please note that our kitchen is not equipped with a dishwasher, so dishes must be hand-washed.

The bedrooms have comfortable memory foam hybrid mattresses, with high thread-count microfiber sheets and luxurious Beckham Hotel Collection pillows. USB chargers are located at each bedside.

For business travelers and those working from home, the king bedroom offers a stylish retro desk and chair. There is also adequate space on the dining & living room tables where you can conveniently set up your workspace.

We use eco-friendly Seventh Generation cleaning products, Dropps laundry detergent, and bamboo toilet paper and paper towels. Our bath towels are 100% Turkish cotton, and we also provide beach towels.

Our 50” smart TV has Netflix, Hulu, and Discovery+. Feel free to sign in on any other apps with your own account. We DO NOT have cable, but we do have an antenna that picks up basic stations like ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX.

Free parking in the driveway and on the street.

Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your stay better and alert us immediately if you have any problems.
Guest access
You will have access to the entire house (minus the basement and some hallway closets). Each bedroom offers large built-in closets with plenty of space to store your belongings. The front porch and backyard patio are yours to enjoy as well. The garage is for our personal use, but there is parking in the driveway and on the street.
Other things to note
✴There are four steps leading up to both the front and back doors, but the living space is otherwise one level.

✴Please be mindful to turn off lights and lock doors and windows when leaving.

✴Please reuse bath towels more than once when possible. Towel hooks are located just outside the bathroom for your convenience.

✴Please clear out the refrigerator of your food items upon checkout. Checkout is at 12pm (noon) and no later, as we need ample time to thoroughly clean before our next guests arrive.

✴While The Jade Jackalope has been lovingly cared for, it is 60+ years old, so please keep in mind that it is not new construction.

Property manager

Kelly Doolan
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No lit candles and no fires in fireplace.

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
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

About the area

Madison

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Monona, a neighbourhood in Madison. Madison Children's Museum and Yahara Hills Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Dane County Farmers' Market and State Street Shopping. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Alliant Energy Center or Camp Randall Stadium.
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Monona, WI

What's nearby

  • Alliant Energy Center - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Capitol Square - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Wisconsin State Capitol - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 13 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Biergarten at Olbrich Park - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crystal Corner Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Breakwater - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Buck & Honey's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Near DT Madison - Half Block from Lake Monona & 1 Block from Lake Loop Bike Path pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Near DT Madison - Half Block from Lake Monona & 1 Block from Lake Loop Bike Path?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near DT Madison - Half Block from Lake Monona & 1 Block from Lake Loop Bike Path?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Near DT Madison - Half Block from Lake Monona & 1 Block from Lake Loop Bike Path located?

Located in Monona, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Winnequah Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Olbrich Botanical Gardens and Aldo Leopold Nature Center. Monona Dog Park and Esther Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

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

Beautiful location

We had a great time being close to the lake. Everything in the house was very charming and comfortable. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

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

We had a great week

Wonderfully cozy home and a great location. Vintage decor is a delight. This is our 2nd stay. Enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla J.

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

Beautiful Vintage Home 3

Kelly is a great host! We felt welcomed right away and she was very responsive to any questions we had during our stay. Thank you so much! Highly recommend. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

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

Mid-Century Charm

What a great little house. Like walking into your grandma's house. Really nicely done 1950's vibe. Clean. Comfortable. Excellent, quiet neighborhood in Monona away from the noise of downtown but an easy drive away. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Excellent stay

Excellent property
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Graduation Weekend

We were celebrating our son's graduation. This was a perfect spot and couldn't be happier with our selection. We will definitely stay here again if the need arises.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

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

excellent, quiet home.

Host communication was excellent and the home was spotless upon entry. Great neighborhood, quick drive to downtown. I would recommend it to anybody looking for a stay in the Madison area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan C., Las Vegas, NV

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

Wedding trip

We had such a great time, the house was wonderfully appointed, and was very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin P.

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

Wisconsin gameday

Wonderful property just far enough away from campus to be a quick Uber but also away from the craziness of gameday weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina Y.

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

A Lovely Place to Call Home for a Week

We came for a week to visit family, and this was the perfect home base to work from. The house is lovely, the beds comfortable, and the neighborhood couldn't be better. The host was communicative and helpful. We definitely hope to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Perfect Family Place

We loved the mid century modern theme! We also loved the neighborhood. The snacks when we arrived, the beach access up the street (with kayak rentals which we used multiple times) and the local recommendations made by the host. It was a perfect stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Super Cute Retro Retreat

We loved our visit to Madison, made even more special with our stay in this awesome retro house! All of the special touches throughout the house were amazing, we would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark e.

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

Jack-a-dorable

Adorable! Oh and clean, comfortable and thoughtful. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

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

Comfortable and fun

Great house in a terrific location. Plenty of space and the decor is great. Thank you for a special holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

DaveA

A fabulous stay!! Family vacation included a stay at the Jade Jackalope, and the whole family truly enjoyed ourselves. This property exceeded all our expectations; a perfect fit. Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

A R.

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

JADE JACKELOPE JACKPOT

The Jade Jackelope was incredibly well appointed with amazing attention to detail! Besides being beautiful, the house had all of the comforts of home. The beds and linens were extremely comfortable, especially the pillows. We will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kurt k.

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

Kelly was fantastic to work with

Fun decor, well maintained
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradford B.

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

Mr

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Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn G.

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

Great family vacation

We loved our stay! We have a 1yr old and 3yr old and this space worked great for us. Loved that we were walking distance to parks and a short drive to the zoo, children’s museum and Olbrich Gardens. The neighborhood was so lovely! The house was very clean and well equipped. As a toddler mom the blackout curtains in each bedroom were amazing! We all slept great. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra K.

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

Cool retro place to stay

3 couples stayed for a mini reunion. The place is like a step back in time. Cleverly decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

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

Fantastic Stay!

Loved the house and it's retro decor. The area was great...quiet and very good to stroll around. Just a couple of minutes ride away was a wonderful selections of places to eat if you don't want to cook. Downtown Madison was easily accessible, but lots of fun things to see and do in Monona. The host Kelly was very communicative and made us feel very welcome in her gem of a house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

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

Perfect home and location!

Kelly has created a real treasure with her attention to every mid-century detail. Absolutely spectacular home with its original components and eclectic decorating. In amazing condition, very clean, and a great shower! Located on a fun bike route next to the lake and walking distance to the ice cream shop. Beautiful neighborhood with friendly people. Loved it! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Warm Welcome in the Wisconsin Winter

A greeting note and treats, plethora of wool blankets for curling up on the ample couch, ambience that speaks “calm” and “relaxation,” squirrels that scurry outside the big window and birds that flit about in the quiet neighborhood….what an exceptional vacay vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Madison Weekend

In town meeting up with family. The property is a true trip back in time. If you’re of a certain age or have memories of visiting grandparents, you’ll wonder which decade you're currently in. It’s like a living time capsule. Everything was super clean, beds ultra comfy and a great porch for coffee in the morning and a quiet neighborhood to get out and explore. Kelly was very quick responding to questions. Well hopefully be back someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B., Hortonville WI

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

Back to the 50’s

Location perfect. You’ll think Wally Cleaver will knock on the door any minute. Check what’s on tv in the 1956 TV guide on the coffee table! You’ll be tickled pink when you see this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Doolan

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My name is Kelly (she/her) and I work for a telecommunications service for those with hearing loss. I am an avid vintage collector and reseller. Thrift stores and flea markets are my therapy!

My husband Brian (he/him) is a physical therapist. He enjoys downhill skiing in the winter and mountain biking in the warmer months.

We have two incredible kiddos, a dog and a bird.

As a family we are passionate about CrossFit and own a cross-training gym in the neighboring town of McFarland. In the summer we spend time on the local lakes, and enjoy other outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, and camping.

We are grateful for you considering us for your vacation/travel needs. Please let us know if you have any questions at all, and if there’s anything we can do to make your potential stay at our home more enjoyable.

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English

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