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Downtown Madison Lake Mendota Historic Mansion: great location!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 104500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Arcade/game room

Explore the area

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Madison, WI
  • Place, Lake Mendota
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Breese Stevens Field
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitol Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Murphy Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Twin Futon

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Downtown Madison Lake Mendota Historic Mansion: great location!

Serene lake getaway in the heart of downtown Madison! Ideally located on a private dead end street on the shores of Lake Mendota, less than a mile from the Capitol square. Walk to the many nearby restaurants, Sylvee, Breese Stevens field and State Street. Or stay home and enjoy the lake on our provided kayaks, paddleboards and canoe. Enjoy a sauna, fun in our rec room or a relaxing sunset from our backyard garden and dock. Very large 5 bedroom home great for groups and families.

The space
Sleeping arrangements include 3 bedrooms on the second floor- King in the Master, queen, and queen Murphy bed. The Master also has a couch that pulls out into a twin bed. The 3rd floor has a queen and a full sized futon with memory foam mattress. There is a bonus queen bed "nook" in the basement. City of Madison zoning allows for 10 adults at our 5 bedroom property however additional children may stay.

Guest access
When not a short term rental, we live here full time with a dog. Our home is professionally cleaned before and after stays, however if you have pet allergies please take note. We only rent out our house a limited number of days per year, usually during big weekends in Madison due to our great location! Our personal belongings will be present in closed closets and cabinets, but we do provide luggage racks and over door hangers in each room. Bonus is our kitchen is fully stocked of any tools you may need. If you have any concerns before booking, I'm happy to address them.

You will have lake access on our private dock and beach as well as access to stand up paddle boards and kayaks.

**During the summer months you may see us briefly on the dock accessing our boat, however if preferred we can give you advance notice. Boat is not available for guest use.

Other things to note
We do have outdoor Arlo security cameras for security as safety. No fires are allowed in the indoor fireplace, however we do have two outdoor fire pits you may use; a propane fire table and a wood burning fire pit. Tourist Rooming House Permit number ZTRHP1-2023-00023
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 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

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
Onsite 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 neighborhood

Madison

Tenney-Lapham, a neighborhood in Madison, is home to this vacation home. Dane County Farmers' Market and State Street Shopping are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Capital Springs State Recreation Area and Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Camp Randall Stadium or Alliant Energy Center.
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Madison, WI

What's nearby

  • Lake Mendota - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Breese Stevens Field - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Capitol Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Overture Center for the Arts - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Wisconsin State Capitol - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 8 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪5 Star Korean BBQ - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cargo Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Vintage Brewing Company East - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Robin Room - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Public Parking - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Madison Lake Mendota Historic Mansion: great location! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Madison Lake Mendota Historic Mansion: great location!?

As of Apr 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Madison Lake Mendota Historic Mansion: great location! on Jun 16, 2026 start from $2,635, 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 Downtown Madison Lake Mendota Historic Mansion: great location!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Madison Lake Mendota Historic Mansion: great location!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Madison Lake Mendota Historic Mansion: great location! located?

Located in Tenney-Lapham, this vacation home is steps from Lake Mendota and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from University of Wisconsin-Madison. Breese Stevens Field and James Madison Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Maggie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnificent Madison Stay

We have stayed at many different homes in the Madison area. Adam and Angie’s home by far was the best stay we have ever had. The location, the view and the home itself
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Erica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and beautiful home

This is a beautiful home in a very central location. It was easy to get anywhere within Madison. The house is incredibly beautiful and has everything you need for a stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adam and Angie were great hosts. Their house was a picturesque setting for a great pregame party before the Coldplay show in Madison. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unforgettable stay in this classic Madison lake mansion in the heart of downtown as a 3 generation family in town for a wedding. No one, including grandma, the 40 somethings, teens and tweens, was disappointed. Close enough to walk to the Capitol, yet tucked away enough to feel private and peaceful. Wonderful lake views from the living room and outside garden terrace made every morning and evening feel special. Outstandingly outfitted kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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Hosted by Adam Ridgely

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