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Charming Campus Area Home • Entire Home Near UW
Steps to Camp Randall & an easy walk to UW–Madison! Spacious home for up to 10 guests with a comfortable layout, multiple bedrooms, full kitchen, and inviting gathering spaces. Enjoy the back patio—perfect for unwinding after a day on campus or exploring the city. Ideal for Badgers game weekends, family visits, and group stays. Please note: during football weekends, the host may use the garage and part of the driveway for tailgating; parking may be shared. Cleaning fee $150. No pets or smoking.

DT+Bikes+Pvt Suite+Jacuzzi+Parking+Near Campus
Located in a unique pocket of DT, across from Brittingham Park, Monona Bay, Brittingham Boat Rental & a bike/walking path. You will love our welcoming neighborhood! We are a short walk from UW-Madison, Hospitals, State Street & the Capitol. We have a dog, Bella, who stay upstairs, but you could see her wandering outside. We have been inspected & are licensed with the city. ZTRHP1-2020-00027. Ask prior to arrival about the use of our high-quality mid-drive ebikes when you stay (for a small fee).

YurtSimple
YurtSimple is where life slows down and people unplug. It’s forest bathing in nature. It’s getting away from it all to spend time with a partner, by oneself, and sometimes with pets. You’ll be driving past YurtCation (about 300 feet past YurtCation) to get to YurtSimple. YurtCation is 20’ in diameter and YurtSimple is 16’ in diameter. Wood and charcoal are provided. You may cook on the indoor wood stove top, or visit any number of great restaurants 2 miles away. You can even order pizza delivery

House on water! Near UW, Capital & Alliant Center
Enjoy a drink while sitting in the living room, looking out over Monona Bay & the Capital. What is better?--the view, or your proximity to downtown, UW campus, & the Alliant Center? Most mention the view. (Read some reviews!) Grill out and light the fire pit on the front lawn. Cross the street, and you're at the edge of Monona Bay. Parking is easy. Click “Show more” for things you might NOT like about the house: I'll be in the basement, pricing nuances, etc. Business travelers?--read on!

Cottage Suite + Jacuzzi Bathtub & Sauna
This Suite is perfect for 1-5 people seeking convenient proximity to most things Madison 10-15 minutes to downtown. *Freshly remodeled guest dedicated- full 1st floor private suite. You will enjoy a bright- enclosed front porch & welcoming pergola in back. *Please note: 2nd floor is a seperate apartment. Fast WIFI●Infrared Sauna●2 Smart TV 's●Full Kitchen●Washer/Dryer●Dishwasher ●Off-Street parking●Quiet neighborhood ●Reverse osmosis H²O●Smart lock's●Jacuzzi tub/shower●Shampoo/Cond/Bodywash

Private guest suite on beautiful Lake Mendota
Cozy guest suite/basement apartment with separate entrance for nature lovers. Lake and capitol views from breakfast nook with microwave and mini fridge and coffeemaker. Full kitchen coming fall 2025. Quiet, woodsy, neighborhood adjacent to Governor Nelson State Park. Completely painted and updated 7/25/24. Tiki level, pier, and kayaks for guest use. People love the views, the hot tub and woods. It is a 1929 cabin so many stairs, some indoor insects and limited space. Well behaved pets welcome!

ONE OF A KIND vacation rental with a view
Arbor Hill House - Unique A-frame vacation rental perched atop a hill with great views overlooking the Beltline, UW Arboretum and the city of Madison. Excellent central location with easy access to all of Madison and surrounding areas. I'll be happy to do whatever I can to make your stay a pleasant one. Please keep things clean and be respectful. The home should not be used for parties or events. If you have any questions please feel free to ask. I look forward to sharing my home with you.

Lakeview Loft - Downtown Madison
Stay in the heart of Madison, enjoying exclusive access to our 3rd floor suite with lake views. Located on a quiet street along the Lake Loop bike path/Lake Monona, and close to Willy Street (0.3 mi), the Sylvee (1.1 mi), the Capitol (1.7 mi), Monona Terrace (1.6 mi), and Camp Randall (3.3 mi). Self check-in with keypad and ample parking. Wifi is over 500 Mbps download/upload speeds. #ZTRHP1-2022-00022 Note: Loft is accessed by 3 flights of stairs! Space has coffee bar only (no kitchen).

Downtown Lake Monona Haven | SUPs, Hot Tub & Sauna
Stay in your private 3BR, 2BA section of our lakefront home. Paddle from the dock, relax in the hot tub or sauna and enjoy mornings on the balcony with coffee. You’re moments from Willy Street restaurants and right on the bike path. Inside, find a full kitchen, comfy living spaces. Two parking spots included. Spend days on the water or exploring the city and evenings grilling or roasting marshmallows by the fire. Paddleboards included. Pontoon rental available in warmer months.

Quiet country retreat
Peaceful solitude or exciting sightseeing? You’ll have the best of both worlds at this quiet country home located just outside Madison on 10 magnificent acres. After, enjoying your morning coffee, take a stroll on the grounds and enjoy the sweeping views of the pastoral landscape. Then head into Wisconsin’s state capital (23 minutes by car) for an exciting day of sightseeing. Or visit the quaint town of Cambridge (8 minutes by car) to explore its unique pottery and antique shops.

Lakeview Cabin> Unique Mid-Century Tucked in Bluff
Nestled in the bluffs of Caledonia, this cabin offers a true Wisconsin experience! Floor to ceiling windows boast amazing water views of Lake Wisconsin, all while you reside in the charm of the mid-century architecture of this cabin. Minutes from the bluffs of Devil's Lake which offer some of Wisconsin's best hiking, biking, walking trails, and swimming! Plus, a short drive from Baraboo or Wisconsin Dells, where you can check out shops, restaurants and local attractions!

Madison's First EcoLodge
Welcome to Premier Ecolodge on Monroe Street! Award winning 3800 sq. ft. home, with 3 guest rooms with queen beds and whirlpool baths, and 2 large bedrooms with for 4 beds, for a total of 12 guests. Relax in the sauna and enjoy a full kitchen to share your favorite meals. The house is near great restaurants, biking, running trails, and the Arboretum. Lake Wingra trail is across the street. UW and State Street are a mile away. Previous superhosts under new management.
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Destinations to explore
- Devil's Lake State Park
- House on the Rock
- Noah's Ark Waterpark
- Wisconsin State Capitol
- Lake Kegonsa State Park
- Mirror Lake State Park
- Glacier Canyon Lodge
- Wollersheim Winery & Distillery
- Governor Dodge State Park
- Camp Randall Stadium
- American Players Theatre
- Chazen Museum of Art
- Tyrol Basin
- Overture Center For The Arts
- Dane County Farmers' Market
- Madison Childrens Museum
- Cave Of The Mounds Lowest Point
- Parfrey's Glen State Natural Area
- Blue Mound State Park
- Tommy Bartlett Exploratory
- Cascade Mountain
- Monona Terrace Community And Convention Center
- Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin Dells





