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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!

4-Bedroom Lathrop Home by UW/Camp Randall -Madison
Home steps to Camp Randall & a short walk to UW Madison! $375 / night (up to 5 guests); Extra guests $75 / night after the 5th guest ($1045 Nightly Rate up to 10 people max) $495 / night during Badger game days (up to 5 guests; $65 / night / guest after the 5th guest) Our back patio is also available to guests; however, please know that we use the garage & part of the driveway for tailgating with friends & family during Badgers football games. Cleaning Fee $150. No Pets or Smoking allowed.

Cottage Suite + Whirlpool Tub & Sauna
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

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.

Lakefront 3BR Retreat – Sauna · HotTub · Fireplace
Stay in your private 3BR, 2BA section of our lakefront downtown home. Enjoy lake access, a hot tub, sauna, fireplace, and calm views plus you're steps from restaurants in the Willy St. neighborhood and on the bike path. Relax with coffee on the dock, play board games, or roast marshmallows by the fire. Cozy up indoors with parking, a full kitchen for holiday meals, and festive seasonal touches. (Paddleboards and pontoon available in warmer months.)

Doty ★ Walk to Everything -Hotel Quality- Downtown
Welcome to our modern second story space in downtown Madison. 3 bedrooms with a beautiful kitchen and beer in the fridge. No need to Uber, you're just a few blocks from all the venues around the Capitol square, State St, and Kohl Center. Easy to get to the UW-Campus, Sylvee, Alliant Energy Center, and all the bars/restaurants in Madison. Business friendly, and free access to co-working space a couple blocks away.
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Condo rentals with wifi

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

The Landis, in charming Lake Geneva

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Real Christmas Tree Farm! Devil's Lake nearby

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

The Wright Balance

Historic Home near Willy Street and Capitol
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

MJ's Penthouse ( A piece of paradise in Monroe)

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

Spacious Suite with Lake View

Mendota Lake View Flat

The Green Heron: Cozy nature- lover's retreat

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Süden Chalet - Trail-side, 1 Bdrm in New Glarus

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Private yet close to everything!

Camp Randall - FREE parking! Walk to everywhere!

Mill House Retreat

Madison's Premier EcoLodge

Sunny, spacious home, conveniently located.

Big R's Retreat Secluded and located in Nature

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Cozy Garden Apartment Near it All!
Destinations to explore
- Devil's Lake State Park
- Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Parks
- Noah's Ark Waterpark
- Mt. Olympus Parks, Outdoor Theme Park
- Wisconsin State Capitol
- Lake Kegonsa State Park
- Mirror Lake State Park
- Yellowstone Lake State Park
- Tyrol Basin
- Kalahari Indoor Water Park
- Cabin 857-1- Christmas Mountain Village
- Mt. Olympus Parks, Parthenon Indoor Theme Park
- Wild Rock Golf Club
- Lost World Water Park
- Alligator Alley
- Cascade Mountain
- Tom Foolerys Adventure Park
- Wild West water park
- Wollersheim Winery & Distillery
- University Ridge Golf Course
- Klondike Kavern Water Park
- Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
- Baraboo Bluff Winery
- Extreme World