Beautiful Lake Monona Home-Minutes to Downtown Madison
Stunning renovation meets lakeside relaxation!
The living room, dining room, kitchen, first-floor den/bedroom and the upstairs master bedroom have massive lake views and unparalleled sunsets. Our first-floor open floor plan is perfect for entertaining large groups!
The first floor offers a newly renovated modern office with a 50-inch smart TV, an L-shaped electric standing desk, sliding doors to deck, and a 2-way fireplace. The charming, fully-equipped kitchen has white cupboards and is outfitted with a recently updated stainless steel range and dishwasher. Enjoy your favorite sporting event, show, or movie on the 65 inch 4K UHD Smart TV in the living room, while warming up in front of the modern gas fireplace. The living room also has sliding doors to the deck. Soak up the lake views or catch up on your favorite Netflix show from our favorite room in the house, the screened porch. Enter the porch through a sliding glass wall, removing the barrier between outdoors and in! From the screened porch, step out onto a huge deck outfitted with Sunbrella patio furniture and dining table ready to seat up to 11 people.
Step into the plush, ¾ acre lawn to play yard games or explore the 300+ species of plant life. The property offers over 100 feet of lake frontage and 70 feet of pier to park your boat or catch a fish. It’s also only a short walk across the lawn to put your toes in the sand at Frost Woods beach.
Time to eat? Enjoy plenty of options for preparation including a Green Mountain Grill Pellet Smoker (Pellets provided), and a natural gas Weber Grill. Make memories over a home-cooked meal or delicious takeout, sitting around the large dining table w/banquette inside that comfortably seats 8 people. Enjoy your favorite music genre on our Sonos Sound System throughout the main level, indoors and outdoors. Bring the group down to the fire pit at sunset and roast marshmallows together, building your fire with firewood we provide.
The recently renovated first-floor office offers a comfy queen-sized pull out with a sliding door and lake view.
The upstairs master suite offers plenty of room to spread out and a comfortable king-size bed. A large private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a spacious bathtub overlooking the lake. Start your mornings with coffee or yoga on your private deck, with beautiful lake views or turn on the morning news on the 55 inch smart TV.
Three bright guest bedrooms offer modern furnishings, an electric standing desk, and comfy beds and bedding that are a great place to land after a long day of play. One of which is outfitted with a crib and rocking chair for your little one.
A finished basement is a great place for the kids to play, or just a separate area to spread out and relax. This area has ample space for air mattresses (Upon request).
This is a fisherman's, bicyclist’s, and boater’s paradise with over 30 golf courses and frisbee golf also nearby. You are 10 minutes by car, or 20 minutes by bike away from Downtown Madison set on an isthmus between two beautiful lakes. Visit the Wisconsin State Capitol, State Street, Monona Terrace, Camp Randall, Kohl Center, Alliant Energy Center, UW Madison, and Farmer’s Markets by bike, boat, or car. Feel like dining out? It’s no secret Madison is foodie paradise! Easily drive, boat, or bike to many nearby restaurants for dinner on a patio overlooking the water.
Don’t forget your bikes! Your home sits directly on the Madison Lake Loop, and has quick access to miles and miles of trails, with the best views in the greater Madison area. There are also several bike rental services in the area.
Enjoy being active? We have 2 kayaks ready for your use. You have many options nearby to rent a pontoon. Off-street parking is available for up to 4 vehicles.
We are welcoming you into our primary residence, so it’s outfitted with everything you need. If a door has been secured, we ask that you respect our privacy, but the majority of our house has been made available to you trusting that you will treat our home as you would treat your own.
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
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A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Does Beautiful Lake Monona Home-Minutes to Downtown Madison have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Lake Monona Home-Minutes to Downtown Madison?
As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Lake Monona Home-Minutes to Downtown Madison on 11 May 2026 start from £1,928, 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.
Is Beautiful Lake Monona Home-Minutes to Downtown Madison pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beautiful Lake Monona Home-Minutes to Downtown Madison?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Lake Monona Home-Minutes to Downtown Madison?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Lake Monona Home-Minutes to Downtown Madison?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful Lake Monona Home-Minutes to Downtown Madison located?
Located in Monona, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Winnequah Park, Aldo Leopold Nature Center and Monona Dog Park. Olbrich Botanical Gardens and Alliant Energy Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Wonderful stay in a great home in a beautiful setting. Our group was 3 couples and we all slept comfortably. We especially loved the screened in porch and access to the lake. It was also so nice to check in and find the host had left us a few local treats and there were amenities in the bathrooms if needed- so thoughtful! I hope we get another reason to visit Lake Monona again soon!
Cannot express how amazing Julie and Justin were as hosts and their home is JUST amazingWas an absolutely perfect location for our family reunion to celebrate our son’s graduation from UW madisonJulie was was proactive in reaching out to us well in advance of our arrival, to answer any and all questions that we had for our trip planning.The home was spotless and very well organized for our family.So so grateful
Wow! This weekend was absolute perfection. From the second we walked through the door we felt right at home. Our kids loved the games, the adults loved the views and outdoor space. PERFECT home for a Wisconsin getaway with your family.
Burgundy C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2021
Thank you Burgundy, so glad you enjoyed your stay! You were a PERFECT guest too!
Our groups of Wisconsin alumni friends stayed at the house for a long weekend and had the most amazing time. The house was perfect for our group of 10 friends. Julie and Justin the hosts are the sweetest, most accommodating hosts. They answered all of our questions leading up to the trip and while we were there. Would definitely recommend!
Our family enjoyed our stay at Justin and Julie’s home. The setting is idyllic on the lake. The house is very comfortable and well appointed. It suited our needs well, including a crib and high chair for the 11-month-old, booster for the 3-year-old, and office for work being done on-line during Covid. Our hosts were very responsive to us such as getting a tech out immediately when our internet went. We hope to return for future vacations!
At last minute, we needed a place to stay to allow us to attend a service as well as be with family. The hosts were amazing and pulled through a few miracles to make this happen for us - allowing us to have a home away from home while working through a difficult situation.
They also made sure we had what we needed to feel at home and to have a small family gathering to relieve pressure from our extended family.
The house was great - spacious and approachable. The living area as well as the kitchen was friendly to hanging out and to cooking a delicious meal. Everyone was impressed at the place and the view was AWESOME.
Thank you so much!!
Here’s a polished VRBO review you can use:⸻We had an amazing stay at this lake house in Madison! The home was spacious and easily accommodated our group of 10 with room to spare. The screened-in porch quickly became our favorite spot—beautiful lake views, comfortable seating, firepit, and the perfect place to relax with morning coffee or evening drinks.Our host was incredibly welcoming and a fantastic communicator from start to finish. Everything was clearly explained, check-in was smooth, and we felt taken care of the entire time.Highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a peaceful lakeside getaway with great amenities and plenty of space!
Such a great place to have a gathering. We competed in IRONMAN Wisconsin, and this house was close and a beautiful serene setting. Perfect for the kids to have a place in the basement, and the home had some great technology which allowed me to get some work done and enjoy the surround sound in the master.
We had a wonderful stay that is to Julie and Justin. The house was perfect for the 10 of us. They made sure we had everything we needed and communication both prior to travel and during were prompt. The screened in porch was great at night when the bugs came out, the yard was big enough for yard games and the pier gave us easy access to Lake Monona. We made great memories here!
We had a wonderful family gathering with our teen son and our adult children. The setting was amazing on beautiful Lake Monona. We rented a pontoon boat and absolutely loved riding on the lake. We tubed. We laughed. We had an amazing time in this ideal setting. There was even a little beaver playing in the water keeping an eye on us from his den across the private lake entrance to the dock.
We also enjoyed The Crossfit Games which have been held every year in Madison. We were within 10 minutes of the Alliant Energy Coliseum. It was truly amazing.
We ate out at a different wonderful restaurant every night, and even had Doordash bring us donuts for breakfast! Walmart is nearby, and we stocked up on snacks and basic needs there.
All in all, we absolutely loved this beautiful home. It was clean, modern, perfectly located for getting out and about around Madison, and ideally situated on Lake Monona for a wonderful and unforgettable week with our family... which is sacred time and space to us! We will cherish our memories!
We had a great reunion of friends over a long 3 day weekend. this was the perfect place for us to all get back together! We spent a ton of time out on the deck and indoor deck, watching football and relaxing. Great area to grill out and spent a lot of time in the large backyard playing bags and fun games. Justin and Julie were phenomenal hosts, always engaging and easy to get a hold of if we needed anything. i highly recommend any large group or family to book this property as you won't be disappointed! gorgeous lake view to cap it all off, so happy we were able to enjoy our time in the Madison area at this location and will be hoping to come back soon!
What a fabulous place to have our 3 families and babies reunite after such a challenging year. The location is superb, the sunsets were unbelievable. The place was so baby friendly for our two infants that were with us. Would love to stay again.
Plenty of space in the home and in the yard. Our hosts provided everything we needed, and were responsive to any requests. Our family loved the screen porch, beautiful yard space and privacy. Highly recommend!
The house was perfect for our family with small kids. The yard and dock were great and there is a little beach very close to the house that my toddler loved as well as a park across the street. Julie was very easy to communicate with and was so helpful before we arrived as well as while we were there. We would definitely stay here again.
Six of our family members comfortably stayed at this beautiful home for my daughters graduation from UW. The home was charming yet upgraded with modern amenities. The grounds were breathtaking. When our return flight got delayed by many hours Julie was very accommodating in letting us stay later than the original checkout time. This is a perfect rental.
Justin was an incredible host. As soon as I booked Justin reached out to inform me about what to expect upon arrival. He was beyond accommodating as a host and super responsive. The home itself was super clean and great for a family weekend get away. The backyard was large as described and provide a ton of room to enjoy the lake and outdoors. I highly recommend this property for anyone looking to enjoy a weekend retreat. You will be well taken care of and have a great overall experience