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

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is £417
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul

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 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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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Exterior

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  • Washer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

Map
Monona, WI

What's nearby

  • Alliant Energy Center - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Capitol Square - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Wisconsin State Capitol - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 11 min drive - 6.0 miles

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Madison Lakefront Oasis in the Heart of Madison - Central, Minutes to Downtown!?

As of 24 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Madison Lakefront Oasis in the Heart of Madison - Central, Minutes to Downtown! on 21 Jul 2025 start from £417.28, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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).

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Nice property. Good location and great communication with owner.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

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

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

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

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

Great spot close to parks and not far from town. Good location for biking around lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

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

10/10

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

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

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

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

8/10

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

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

Great location, very responsive host, everything just as described in the listing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

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

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

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

10/10

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

10/10

We rented this house to get ready for my daughter's wedding. The house was perfect, very clean & in an awesome location. Jake was very easy to work with! He ensured our morning went perfect for the big day ahead. Rent this property! You won't regret it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

The property itself was perfect for our group of 8 adult laddies! The bedrooms rooms where above our expectations. The full kitchen was perfect for our private chef to come in and make us a memorable dinner and the dinner it’s self was on the back deck on the water as the sunset! It was by far the best girls trip! Thank you for having us Jake! Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10

We are a bunch of Art Therapy Graduate students from Edgewood. This was our last residency before graduation and we wanted to stay together. You're home was the perfect place for us to finish out our Graduate experience together. In your beautiful home lifetime bonds were solidified! Thank you! You are so welcoming & communicated clearly & timely. You have put a lot of passion & talent into this lake home and it shows! We wish we could give you a TEN star review... but 5 star will have to do! Maybe we'll come back for a reunion some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Our family of 4 stayed here for Memorial Day weekend. The house was in a fantastic location. We loved being waterfront. We fished and enjoyed the dock everyday. The deck and outside seating are wonderful. The house was spotless and had everything that we needed. We enjoyed the foosball table. Grocery and many restaurants are within walking distance. We even walked to the local Farmer’s market on Sunday. Very close and easy drive into Madison to visit our daughter at the University. We would recommend this host and house and hope to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

Fantastic few days with our daughter, son-in-law and three grandkids3-8. Loved the house. Location just down the block from great boat launch. Dock at house was a perfect spot to tie up our boat. The deck was perfect for family meals and so great for evening gathering. Kids loved the huge wall Connect Four and the foosball table. Enjoyed kayaking on two provided kayaks. House is decorated very nice. Took many pics for inspiration. Parking was enough for our boat trailer and three more vehicles. Host was super responsive. All needs were met. They thought of everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

We had an amazing experience with the host and this property. First, the house is extremely well stocked, meticulously clean & well-kept, and delivers on everything the listing says it would. We traveled with three younger children (ages 4-7) and the house was the perfect fit for our family for a long weekend stay. In particular, we absolutely loved the waterfront access and enjoyed the beautiful backyard porch and firepit. As part of our stay, we sent a lot of time in downtown Madison and the UW campus. The house is conveniently located close to the highway and we had a very easy – and short – drive to all parts of the city. The host (Jake) was incredibly invested in making sure our stay was the best possible. He was proactive, and very prompt, with his communication. Additionally, he helped us with some logistics for our trip that were outside the nature of staying at the property. Will absolutely being staying here again on our next trip to the Madison-area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10

I probably wouldn't leaving such a strong review, although I'd argue the photos of the property were a tad generous, however I don't like cold showers. Some could squeeze out a lukewarm shower if they finagled the handle into just the right position. Otherwise the handle was in a state that turning it to hot did not cause a major temperature change. I can't imagine the handle got into such a state just by sitting there, but maybe we were just unlucky and it had worked just fine for all previous guests. Additionally, the fire alarm system seemed to be malfunctioning during our stay and kept indicating a fire for 2-3 seconds before shutting off again. This occurred a few times during the morning hours, before, around about 4, I reached out to Jake. He suggested disconnecting the specific fire alarm that seemed to be tripping the system and indicated that he'd stop over the next day to take a look at the system. I disconnected one of the alarms, and we were able sleep again. By itself, the alarm malfunctioning isn't really the point of complaint, the main issue was that Jake then never showed up. Thus we slept another night with a fire alarm system whose operating state we weren't sure of. This part was particularly unnerving as I'd argue most fire alarms shouldn't start indicating a fire and then suddenly decide to automatically shut off. We left a note mentioning both of these issues, so if you happen to run into them during your stay, I'd say Jake didn't show up yet again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024