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The Wadsworth in National Historic District of Madison, Indiana.

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The Wadsworth House, circa 1860
Entryway, foyer
Main Bedroom, King
Private Bathroom w/walk in shower
Master bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Shared communal pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Wadsworth in National Historic District of Madison, Indiana.

The Wadsworth House was built in the mid-1800s. It is a fully renovated and modern Shotgun house in a quiet part of town on the east side, walkable to all events, to the river, and to shops/boutiques on Main St. Some folks living around have been living in the area all their lives. The Wadsworth House is situated on a charming tree-lined street with lots of character. Besides being a family name, it is also named The Wadsworth House in honor of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, whose poems I was forced to recite in the 5th grade! Hated it then, appreciate it now :)

One of the original owners, a carpenter, moved into the house in 1907 and added the side hall onto the east side of this shotgun house, giving it the privacy needed for the family. He had immigrated from Germany and took a job working at the button factory in town. Hardwood floors, a modernized full kitchen with granite countertops, and king-sized beds with full tiled bathrooms make this house a comforting getaway.
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About the area

Madison

Located in Madison, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Schofield House and Dr. William Hutching's Office & Hosptal are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Thomas Family Winery and Lanthier Winery. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Madison, IN

What's nearby

  • Thomas Family Winery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Historic District - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Schofield House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Jeremiah Sullivan House - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lanier Mansion - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moose Lodge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Truck - ‬6 min drive

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. 67 out of 67 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect home for or 3 day getaway. The location was very close to town and the river and was very comfortable for us. We would recommend this place to anyone traveling to Madison.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay here in Madison. This is an excellent VRBO. We will definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
A lovely stay from lovely guests! Hope you come back! Mona and Jeff
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The property was very clean and the host was very attentive that we had a question or needed help with the front door lock. We will most likely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our weekend trip to Madison. The house is beautiful and great location within walking distance to just about everything. The host we great as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2025
I always have wonderful guests at the Wadsworth. 😊 The Wadsworth was left in excellent condition. Thank you! You are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mona’s house was one of the nicest VRBO’s I have ever stayed in! She has everything you could possibly want at your fingertips! Comfy king beds, stocked kitchen, 2 different coffee machines, laundry with soap, shower with great products… the list goes on. The house is spotless and looks brand new. Outdoor patio on attached garage to have a sip of your favorite beverage and watch the birds while enjoying the scent of honeysuckle. I can’t say enough. Mona is also an excellent communicator! Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
I highly recommend this guest. Very neat and hardly used the house. Either that or they cleaned up afterwards. 🥳 I hope to see you all back soon and it was a pleasure having you here at the Wadsworth house. Mona and Jeff
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Great place to stay.

Very nice, clean &well decorated. Furniture comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Awesome guests. Hope to see you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hollie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!! Great location and very clean!! Had everything we needed for a great long weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
Amazing visit from amazing guests. Hope to see you back soon. Mona and Jeff
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent 9 wonderful days exploring the Madison area with this property being our base camp !! Very clean and comfortable for 4 adults ! The hostess was most accommodating which we appreciated very very much!Great home in a beautiful area of historic Madison !
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
A wonderful visit from wonderful guests. Hope you come back soon. Mona and Jeff
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

Just the perfect place to stay!

Decorating was very nice. Loved the back patio. The whole experience was just perfect. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
The perfect stay for the perfect guests. Thank you. Mona and Jeff
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spotless. Great location in downtown Madison. Nice covered outdoor patio. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2025
I could not ask for better guests. Thank you for the gentle use of the Wadsworth house. Hope you come back soon. Mona and Jeff.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slept great-beds comfy. Good couch for family gathering to watch a movie.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli W.

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

Wonderful

Super cute and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki E.

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

Lovely home for a get away!

We absolutely loved our stay in Madison at the Wadsworth House! You couldn't ask for a nicer place to stay for a quiet get away!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie A.

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

Great stay

Home met all our expectations. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2023
5 star guests. I hope you come back and stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

Sisters trip

Very nice place, we enjoyed it and very clean!! And very well decorated and great location, close to river!!! Would recommend staying here!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2024
VERY nice folks, gently using the Wadsworth. I hope they return soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MYRNA J.

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

Weekend getaway

Very clean, easy to find, close to the river. Really enjoyed this property and will definitely stay again if we get back to Madison.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2024
First class guests. I hardly knew they were here. ;) thank you and come back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at The Wadsworth. The house was clean and comfortable. It is located near the Ohio River walk and downtown Madison. Perfect for exploring on foot! We also hiked at Clifty Falls State Park which was less than 10 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Guests left the Wadsworth gently used. The perfect guests. Hope to see you back. Mona and Jeff.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Madison at its best

Went with friends to Madison for a long weekend. This house was the highlight of my stay absolutely stunning nice decor. I would stay here again and again the owners were very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Beautiful House

We loved our stay here. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2023
Dream guests.. and always welcome!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave and Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfect. The house is well maintained and cared for. It was just as pictured. The house was stocked with all of our needs. Thank you for your hospitality. The location is on a quiet street and we were able to walk to all of our desired destinations in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
The perfect stay for the perfect guests. Hope to see you back again. Mona and Jeff
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Weekend getaway.

Very clean property. Easy check in, no problems and hosts were very helpful! Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2024
The perfect guests. Welcome anytime and come back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Santina I.

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

Great Weekend in Madison

We love the Wadsworth! It’s our home away from home when we are in Madison. As always, everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

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

Very nice place!

Clean, nicely decorated, everything looks brand new, super comfy beds, all the comforts of home. We would book again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely home. Every possible thing we could have needed was provided. Great location, walkable to everything in historic Madison. We will definitely return for our annual visit to Madison.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
A lovely stay from lovely guests! Welcome back anytime. Mona and Jeff
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Levi C.

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

Great Place To Stay & Great Location

We had a great time during our stay. The home was clean and was exactly what we needed. Great location, within walking distance to all the downtown Madison attractions. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2024
5 star guests! We hope to see you back soon!
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