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On the Yahara River, access to Madison Lakes

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Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
Monona, WI
  • Alliant Energy Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Camp Randall Stadium
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

On the Yahara River, access to Madison Lakes

Experience waterfront luxury at this modern 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Monona home on the Yahara River, minutes from downtown Madison. Amenities include a bright open floor plan with 10’ ceilings, Brazilian hardwood floors, granite countertops, soft close cabinets, in-unit washer and driver, Heatilator gas fireplace, & slate tiled master bath. This lovely home includes a spectacular master bedroom, a charming 2nd bedroom and a cheerful 3rd bedroom, along with 2.5 baths to accommodate up to 6 people.

Prime location less than five miles from Kohl Center/Monona Terrace/Alliant Energy Center. This home includes water frontage on the Yahara River. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing getaway to cozy up indoors, or wanting to explore all that the state’s capitol city has to offer, you’ve found the place to call home. Don’t forget to check out numerous eateries, local attractions, and the Madison Lakes chain!

This spacious waterfront abode allows for families or friend groups to create fun-filled memories with ease.

Property manager

Shirley
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

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Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Madison

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Monona, a neighbourhood in Madison. Yahara Hills Golf Course and Madison Children's Museum are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Olbrich Botanical Gardens and Vilas Park. Henry Vilas Zoo and University of Wisconsin Geology Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Map
Monona, WI

What's nearby

  • Alliant Energy Center - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Capitol Square - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Wisconsin State Capitol - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 10 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 15 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is On the Yahara River, access to Madison Lakes pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at On the Yahara River, access to Madison Lakes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the Yahara River, access to Madison Lakes?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On the Yahara River, access to Madison Lakes located?

Located in Monona, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Monona Dog Park and Aldo Leopold Nature Center. Esther Beach and Winnequah Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Great Home

Beautiful home in a great setting. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris c.

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

Comfortable and Well Appointed

This is a great place for a group to stay. The kitchen is well set up, the beds are comfortable and it has a nice outdoor space.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige D.

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

Home away from home

Property felt like a home away from home. The backyard views were great and relaxing! Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol & Bruce C.

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

Ideal Madison stay

Very comfortable and fully appointed home in a central location in Madison. Responsive hosts with clear communication before and great instructions inside the home. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randi K.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay at this house. It was well stocked with what we needed. The bed were very comfortable. I would highly recommend things vrbo.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Sisters’ Weekend

The property was clean with a spacious kitchen, dining and living room. The deck has a beautiful view of the channel to the lake. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel S.

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

Definitely would recommend this property!

Beautifully decorated and organized! The property is properly managed with all the amenities we needed for our stay. Perfectly located for restaurants, bars and activities!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay in Monona

Very clean and comfortable house and property. Very convenient for biking around Lake Monona
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

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

Great spot! Beautiful house.

A must stay if you’re in the Madison area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam L., Mattoon, IL

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

Great place to stay!

A nice place right on the river, fun to watch the boaters go by. Calm, quiet, spacious. Would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucas G.

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

Beautiful House in Great Location

Large home in a great location to access everything Madison has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

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

Badger/Husker Weekend

Beautiful home in an excellent location. We have a great time. Thank you for the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

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

Excellent time at the dollhouse.

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed are stay. The boat dock was great for my kids to fish off of and the near by bait shop was nice. It was a great location just 10 minutes or so from downtown Madison. Nick and Shirley were quick to get back with us to answer any questions we had. I highly suggest staying at this location. It is very peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

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

Great place right outside of Madison!

The house and hosts were both lovely! We had a great weekend and would definitely book the Doll House again for another Madison getaway! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

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

Great Place

This is a great property. It was nice to have three bedrooms and two bathrooms. It was also nice to be right on the river. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason Z.

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

Perfect Stay

We absolutely loved our stay at Doll House and we were all amazed at all the details and all the considerations that the hosts took in making sure the guests are happy. By far the best Vrbo we have ever stayed at, based on how well stocked everything is, the house, the rooms, the yard, the location etc. Perfect!! We hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

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

Ladies’ retreat.

Very clean, comfortable, good beds with massagers, plenty of paper products and a welcome to anything in the kitchen. We loved sitting on the deck watching the boats on the river behind us. As we love games in the evening, the variety available to us was tremendous. Overall, great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

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

Great spot, beautiful home

I travel to Madison regularly for work. This is a great location. Easy access to everywhere. Beautiful home, very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

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

Beautiful

Wonderful home, beautiful property and close to Madison. We loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana K.

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

Almost felt like we were on the ocean!

The great location on the river made our morning coffee on the deck a relaxing way to start the day. Comfortable beds and well supplied kitchen (plus delicious cheese in the fridge) helped make the weekend visiting our son perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Beautiful home

We were celebrating our 45th class reunion and 6 of us wanted a memorable place to stay. This property fit our needs perfectly. A beautiful home in a gorgeous location, right on the Yahara River. Thanks to Shirley for sharing with us. We hope one day we can have a repeat experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M., Green Valley, USA

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

Dollhouse

We so enjoyed our stay at this wonderful place. Nice amenities and it was well stocked. Loved being on the river for great fishing and a boat parade. The owners were great to us and understanding of a health crisis we faced. We would love to stay there again.
Stayed 50 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

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

UW Graduation

The decor and furnishings were the best we've experienced with VRBO. Beautifully maintained and convenient to UW campus. We highly recommend this home for two adult couples with a few kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L., Bartlett

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

Fantastic river front Dollhouse

The place was beautiful. The kitchen is very well stocked. Very comfortable and a great location. There were pelicans out on the river. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla C.

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

Madison wedding

Beautiful property! Clean and well stocked. Ideal location! It was a wonderful experience. I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Shirley

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Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests