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Madison Lakefront Oasis in the Heart of Madison - Central, Minutes to Downtown!

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Exterior
Miscellaneous
Living area
Game room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Monona, WI
  • Alliant Energy Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Primary Suite

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level Bedroom

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Upper Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Madison Lakefront Oasis in the Heart of Madison - Central, Minutes to Downtown!

Enjoy all Madison has to offer from this beautiful lakefront property. BRING YOUR BOAT, our private dock on Yahara River has 3 slips with access to both Lake Monona & Lake Waubesa. Central location offers multiple restaurants, shops & public boat launch all within walking distance. Quick 5-10 minute commute to downtown Madison, UW-Campus, Hospital, Alliant Energy & hundreds of other Madison attractions east or west side!

Property manager

jake
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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
Quiet Hours are from 10pm - 8am.

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

Monona, a neighbourhood in Madison, is home to this holiday home. Olbrich Botanical Gardens and Vilas Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit State Street Shopping and Dane County Farmers' Market. 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 - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Capitol Square - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Wisconsin State Capitol - 10 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 10 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Madison Lakefront Oasis in the Heart of Madison - Central, Minutes to Downtown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Madison Lakefront Oasis in the Heart of Madison - Central, Minutes to Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Madison Lakefront Oasis in the Heart of Madison - Central, Minutes to Downtown!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Madison Lakefront Oasis in the Heart of Madison - Central, Minutes to Downtown! located?

This family-friendly Madison holiday home is located in Monona, within 1 mi (2 km) of Monona Dog Park and Aldo Leopold Nature Center. Esther Beach and Winnequah Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darci S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday celebrations
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We were looking forward convenient location in Madison to see family and this place was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calvin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Lakeside Stay, Good for Families
Jake’s place was perfect for our stay, as it was a relaxing, clean and a nice home. The two floor layout worked especially well for our infant daughter so she had a quiet place to sleep, while we could cook and hang out in the living room. The only suggestion to the host is to install curtains along the picturesque sliding doors for a bit of extra privacy at nighttime.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
Nice property. Good location and great communication with owner.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LM A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visiting Madison for a Wedding
We had a short but fun and comfortable stay here in October. We were close to both the wedding venue and Camp Randall for the Badger game. The family loved the time together hanging out between activities. The location provided a great space for family pictures too. . Easy to find
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

kathryn c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Psu beat Wisconsin yeah!
Overall a very good place Close to all we wanted to do. House clean with all we needed. View out the back of house of lake beautiful! Only negative may me front of house on a very busy road .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Business Trip
We needed a rental for our employees to stay at while working at a job in the area. This unit was perfect as men usually don't mind sharing a room but not a bed and this unit had separate beds for our 5 employees. They enjoyed the comforts of home while away from their families. Jake was helpful and provided all the information we needed and made check in and checkout very simple. We had to book in weekly intervals and they were able to accommodate this type of booking which was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy, fun stay
Great communication, clean, felt like home away from home. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to Stay in Madison
The place perfectly suited our needs. We especially appreciated the packet with helpful tips on the surrounding area. The property manager was very easy to communicate with and you could tell how much they cared about providing a good experience,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience and Awesome Hosts
The property was as advertised and wonderful for our many trip to Madison. The host was extremely communicative and I feel sure that had we had any issues, they would have responded immediately. Thank you so much for making our first time to Madison so memorable!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Emery S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Lakeside Home
The best thing about this house is its proximity to Madison in general and to the river. I loved taking a kayak out on the river around sunrise. Really beautiful. It's close to many fun activities in Madison too. The house itself is comfortable. Hosts are responsive and helpful. Kitchen is lovely. One helpful tip is that this house is on a busy street. There is some traffic noise at night. Not a huge deal but I wish I had known ahead of time and prepared for it. Overall a good place with lovely hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliza B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely house!
Everything about our stay was fantastic! The house was nicely decorated and extremely clean. The kitchen was well appointed and had everything we needed. Beds were comfy. Shower was great. A perfect place for our group of friends to spend a long weekend. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great spot close to parks and not far from town. Good location for biking around lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time at the lake!
Grwat place to have a family gathering! Enjoyed the dock, the deck for outside meals and our granddaughter loved the games.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
The house was very accommodating for our group. Very clean and the pictures of the house are very accurate. We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a quiet family stay!
The house was perfect for the 4 adults we had staying. Adorable house; extremely clean and great location. The beds were very comfortable, kitchen was spacious enough for us to make dinner one of the nights. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great deck on river
We had a great time utilizing the outdoor deck space at the is property! It also had a spacious kitchen and a fun game-themed living space. We were a little bummed that the river water at the dock was green, making it less enticing to use the kayaks and canoe provided but I’m not sure how the property owner could control that. Location was walking distance from some fun bars and restaurants and a short drive to Madison. Close to bike trails too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and views, and comfortable house!
We were a family of four, and we really enjoyed our stay at this wonderful cottage on the Yahara River. The three bedrooms are tastefully decorated and the beds are comfortable, with nice ceiling fans. The living room is fairly spacious, with a comfortable sitting area and a large TV for watching family movies. We loved having a private dock where my son loved to go fishing. The owners were super friendly and helpful, and their communication was excellent! We loved using the kayaks that came with the property, and had fun boating to local restaurants and bars. This house is also walking distance to several restaurants and cafes. Overall, we stayed for 6 nights and really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake view and stylish house!!
We very much enjoyed our stay. The outdoor eating area was lovely on the deck overlooking the water for our group of six, young kids and adults. The inside of the home was very clean and comfortable. Loved the modern, stylish decor!! The location is also excellent close to Madison and so many things to do. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William L., West Hartford, CT, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
July 2023
Great location, very responsive host, everything just as described in the listing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
We really enjoyed our stay at this river front house in Monona. We arrived with 7 adults and a 13 month old baby. It was very clean and decorated so cute! Everything that we needed was provided and the communication from the owner was excellent. The beds were very comfortable. It was a short and easy drive into Madison and a nice grocery store is right down the street! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Monona gem!!
The accommodations were accurately reflected by the owner. This husband and wife team were very responsive with inquiries. The many updates to this property make the property highly functional and it's location to the campus and State are convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Sharon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family wedding
Jake, owner, was wonderful! He responded quickly, was extremely informative regarding dinner venues and places of interests. Our home was close to wedding venue, and centrally located for points of interest. The patio was beautiful to sit outside overlooking the River. It was mid century vibe which was unique. We enjoyed our stay and perfect wedding weekend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Criss C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Madison experience and fishing/boating fun
Updated and clean home with access to the Yahara River for fishing and boating. The location allows for quick access to Madison’s best attractions. We took in a Mallards baseball game, visited the Cave of the Mounds, the Memorial Union Terrace, Capital City bike paths and there was so much more to do and see if we had stayed more than 4 days. Great place to stay if you enjoy treating your family to lake life and all the activities that Madison offers.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home and wonderful stay!
This home is beautifully appointed and we enjoyed our weekend here tremendously! Each room was decorated so nicely and the home has a very cozy feel. It was extremely clean and has a nice deck space for relaxing. My family truly enjoyed this property while visiting Madison for the weekend. We had a glitch at check in which was a problem, however the owner rectified the situation promptly. The owners of this home were very helpful and treated us wonderfully! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by jake

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Hi! Our names are Jake & Samiera! We are lifetime Madisonians, and are excited for you to stay with us and enjoy all that Madison has to offer! Madison is an incredible diverse city with so much to offer... from lake life (kayaking, boating, sitting on the dock) to live music nearly every weekend, to all the family-friendly events here every week! We will leave an info booklet for you at the property, but don't hesitate to reach out if you would like recommendations on a specific restaurant or activity - we're happy to help, and hope you fall in love with Madison!

What makes this property unique

THE LAKEHOUSE
--- Kayaks available to use (May 1st -Oct 1st)
--- TV in the Living Room and all bedrooms, with an option for SmartTv features
--- Reliable High-Speed Internet
--- Lakeview and access right from the house
--- Private Dock, with boat slip if you want to bring your boat (reach out for details)
--- Desk in Main Level Bedroom if you need to get some work done
--- Peaceful Scenery, and great animal watching at sunset (otters, ducks, geese, cranes, squirrels, and more!)
--- Huge Deck for Grilling Out!
--- Spacious Yard for Games
--- Charcoal Grill

PROXIMITY TO BASICS
- Grocery Store - 3 Minutes
- Coffee Shop - 2 Minutes
- Kayak/Canoe Rentals - 6 Minutes
- Golf Courses - 5 Minutes
- Downtown Madison - 12 Minutes
- Laundry - 6 Minutes

AMENITIES
We provide towels, hand soap, toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo/conditioner/bodywash, and trash can liners. Think of these amenities as a "starter kit", we HIGHLY recommend you bring additional items appropriate for your stay such as extra towels/blankets/soap/shampoo/cooking spray/etc.

ENTRY
There is a keypad located at the side door for a simple keyless entry. Entry code will be provided to you 72 hours before arrival. The code is changed after every guest.

PARKING
There are 4 parking spots in the driveway on the property.

INTERNET/CABLE/TV's
There is reliable high speed internet throughout the lakehouse.
There are TV's in all the bedrooms & living room all offer SmartTV features, available for you to log into your own account to enjoy!

GRILL
We have a Charcoal grill on the property but we do not have charcoal. The guest will be responsible for providing this. We do however have the utensils such as tongs, burger flipper, and grill scraper.

KITCHEN
Fully equipped with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and all of the basic kitchen essentials; Pots/Pans/Plates/Cups/ Utensils.

WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE:
For your safety, we do not allow guests to use the wood-burning fireplace

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