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#301 Private Apartment in Historic McFarland House
*** Our 2nd Floor is being remodeled throughout 2025 adding 4 more units to the old McFarland House This newly remodeled unit is located in the attic of the Historic McFarland House, built in 1857 in the community that bears its name. Nestled in our small suburban downtown, this unit is perfect for travelers visiting the Madison area or nomads making a pit stop in the mid-west. Only 8mi to campus or a quick commute to the capitol, McFarland is an easy exit off multiple highways and interstates.

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 + Whirlpool Tub.
This Suite is perfect for 1-4 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

Cool, Roomy, Scenic Country Art Studio
Creative souls love my marvelous studio retreat, a delightful one-room loft-style space featuring tall ceilings, an entire wall of sliding glass doors, kitchenette, piano, and an expansive view of a picturesque barn, pasture, and wooded hills. This amazing, heated, spacious country getaway has no plumbing— it's just a few steps across the yard to the main house guest bathroom. Come create, relax, and renew here! Well-behaved dogs, included in your reservation, must be leashed when outside.

Private & Clean Apartment Near Downtown & Airport
Private, sunny basement unit with separate entry accessible by keycode. 1 bedroom (queen), full bath, sitting area (2 twins/king bed), desk, WI-FI, TV, mini fridge, microwave, & coffee/tea. On street parking. Kid friendly! Note: We live with kids above the apartment - you will hear us walking around & some water pipes. 2-4 mi from Airport, Capitol, & UW Campus. Walk to brunch, pub, jazz lounge, bubble tea, grocery store, park, & bike path. Licensed by City & State. Paying all taxes & fees.

Grooviest | Quiet | Close | Upscale MCM | Records!
• NEWLY RENOVATED SPACE. • Two floor upper unit in a private home • Private backyard with patio & fire pit • Flatscreen TV in living room with Chromcast and Antenna. • Luxury Mid Century Modern Stereo Console bluetooth • 12+ classic albums to listen to (jazz, rock, classical) More Avail Locally! • Access to thousands of albums at several nearby vintage vinyl stores • Electric fireplace w/ multi heat settings • Full Size Kitchen, Full Size Appliances, Fully stocked, Keurig • Vintage Bar Cart

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).

Private apartment -2 Beds, Kitchen Office, Sunroom
COVID CLEANED Private Garden Apartment. Feel at home in your private lower level living space. Our home is surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens and patios. We are located near the lake, on the lake bike loop, in the heart of Madison. Relax outside, enjoy dinner on the patio or have a bonfire. Venture out on a bike ride to the farmer's market on the Capital Square, or visit Monona Terrace, State Street, Olbrich Gardens or the Alliant Energy Center; just a short distance away.

Quiet sunlit studio near vibrant downtown
This architect-designed studio is bathed in natural light, with skylights and a breakfast nook with a wrap-around window. Featuring an upscale bathroom with a walk-in shower, this comfortable space has all the amenities perfect for a quick weekend getaway or a week-long business trip. The studio adjoins a house and is up a flight of stairs through a separate outdoor entrance. Located just up the hill—a 5-minute walk—to Downtown Middleton and a 15-minute drive to UW and Downtown Madison.

Downtown Condo, 5 blocks from Capital, Btn 2 Lakes
Entire first floor of a two story condo. Each floor has it's own private locked entrance. What you see in the pictures is all your space, NO SHARED SPACE. Great Downtown location. Grocery/Liquor store next door. 1 block from Sylvee (holds events/concerts), restaurants, Breeze Field (Holds events/concerts). 5 Blocks from the Capital/State Street/Overture Center/Orpheum Theatre/Majestic Theatre/Kohl Center/Monona Terrace Roof Top/Live on King St/Monona Terrace Convention Center.

Private entry flat near Atwood neighborhood
No cleaning fee!! Enjoy your visit to Madison in this sunny one bedroom apartment with private entrance and off street parking. It's great location is within walking distance to the Schenk/Atwood neighborhood, with numerous restaurants, cafes and music venues. Within 2 miles of the state capitol, Monona Terrace, and 3 miles from the airport, Kohl Center and Camp Randall. Perfectly suited for couples, solo adventurers, or business travelers.
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Apartment rentals with wifi

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Mel’s Marina, on the River, walk downtown.

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Cozy, Sunny Artist's House (UW/Near West)

Comfortable Madison Area Retreat In The Trees
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

The Loft Retreat

Downtown! Updated cozy unit. Firepit*Porch*Patio!

Spacious Suite with Lake View

Private DeForest Flat| *Walk to Parks*

Mendota Lake View Flat

The Green Heron: Cozy nature- lover's retreat

Sugar River Hideaway

Süden Chalet - Trail-side, 1 Bdrm in New Glarus
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Camp Randall - FREE parking! Walk to everywhere!

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Charming Milkhouse Cottage, minutes from Madison!

Sunny, spacious home, conveniently located.

Centrally Located Two Bedroom Serviced Apartment

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