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Countryside Beauty - Min to Madison/Perfect for families/Events&Dogs! Lrg yard

Holiday home in Middleton with kitchen and patio

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Country setting
Attached garage
Living area
Comfortable living room
Gas fire place

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, West Towne Mall
  • Place, University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • Place, Camp Randall Stadium
  • Airport, Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Countryside Beauty - Min to Madison/Perfect for families/Events&Dogs! Lrg yard

Welcome to our countryside home just 20 minutes to downtown madison, yet nestled on the countryside on our 9 acre property. Our 3 Bedroom 2 Bath house with a sleeping porch is perfect for friends and family groups that want to experience a tranquil natural environment, yet also be close enough to Madison to enjoy the city. You'll enjoy high end beds, linens and FREE WiFi (high speed).

1 hour to Milwaukee or Wisconsin Dells and 2 hours to Chicago. Located in Middleton (53562) with quick access to 12/18 (Beltline) and I-94. Built in the 80's this home is sunny and spacious. Large living room and dining room that featues a beautiful gas fireplaces Save money and eat healthy using the large kitchen with top of the line appliances.

Our family has owned the property for 30 years and have built orchards, wetlands, chickens, sauna, nature trails and fresh produce for you to enjoy. Email with any questions.


Keywords: House, Nature Trails, Sauna, Bonfire, Family, Cross Country Skiing, Green, Eco-Tourism, Fresh Produce, Family Owned, Green Living, Landscape Designed.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Prior authorization required. Fees will apply
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties of more than 12 people without prior authorization (event charges may apply)

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Prior authorization required. Fees will apply
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Middleton

Located in Middleton, this holiday home is in a rural area. West Towne Mall and Hilldale Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cross Plains State Park and Governor Nelson State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Camp Randall Stadium or Alliant Energy Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Middleton, WI

What's nearby

  • West Towne Mall - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Hilldale Shopping Center - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 16 min drive - 13.6 km
  • University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics - 16 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 18 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 23 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moka - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Countryside Beauty - Min to Madison/Perfect for families/Events&Dogs! Lrg yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Countryside Beauty - Min to Madison/Perfect for families/Events&Dogs! Lrg yard?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Countryside Beauty - Min to Madison/Perfect for families/Events&Dogs! Lrg yard?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Countryside Beauty - Min to Madison/Perfect for families/Events&Dogs! Lrg yard located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Pleasant View Golf Course and within 6 miles (10 km) of National Mustard Museum and Capital Brewery. Lake Mendota and Spring Harbor Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 159 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home and wonderful owner!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conrad G.

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

Nice and quiet

Quiet location a few minutes out if Middleton. Easy to get to. Comfortable and a nice space for family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

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

Very Nice VRBO home

Enjoyed our stay and are planning to return in October.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall S., michigan

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

Great location …. Comfortable home

Spent a few nights here while enjoying family gatherings in Madison. Enjoyed the home and property and garden!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia P.

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

Enjoyed our stay

We traveled with our teen sons and dog for skiing and a basketball game. The location was convenient for all our plans. We all had plenty of space in this comfortable and clean home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karyl K.

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

Great Stay Close to Madison!

We had a peaceful stay at Joan's place. Her home was in a beautiful, quiet rural location yet close to downtown Madison and it's surrounding suburbs. The home was clean and had lots of space (we brought our dogs along too.) Kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals and the yard was perfect for walking our dogs.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Great house

The house is comfortable and the owners are very friendly. We love staying there and it has a lot of amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tony T.

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

Wonderful location

The hosts are very kind. It was a wonderful location as we came up to watch a hockey tournament in Middleton.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathy c., Sequim WA 98382

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

So peaceful!

Loved our stay! Home was simply but comfortably furnished, spacious, clean and so very accommodating! Our hostess was very kind and responsive but did not intrude at all We are already planning a return visit!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi K.

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

Family gathering

Third time here. Perfect gathering place for family.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Beautiful Property

Great location minutes away from downtown Middleton and 15 minutes from Madison. We loved the property, being on a small farm away from the city, but also minutes away. We enjoyed the traditional ranch style home which accommodated 6 of us comfortably. Great place all around.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

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

Relaxing family vacation

This was a great spot to rest and relax together in the evenings and venture out during the day to see what Madison and surrounding areas have to offer. We're from a small town in SC, so big city spaces were not what we were interested in for our VRBO. It was perfect for us.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

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

Easter Family

This place was a wonderful place to get together with our family and be able to bring our pets. The place is very private and a wonderful place to walk your dog outside. We look forward to coming back. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

Outstanding

Our stay was outstanding in very way. Joan is the consummate host. The house was clean and the furnishings comfortable. She gave us fresh eggs, just picked apples, and produce from her garden. One of the best properties we have ever stayed at with VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

Perfect Staycation

We stayed here while our floors were being refinished. The house was clean and peaceful, which was just what we needed. There is a perfect work from home set up that allows for views of the prairie, and we made ratattouille with the veggies from the garden. It's far out, but I was able to get to work on the northside within 30 minutes. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Family Reunion Priceless

We stayed for 8 days. We found a clean, well stocked home that was much bigger than what the photos suggested. Beautiful views. Just a hundred yards from a bike path connecting to Middleton and Madison bike trails. We hosted a family reunion pot-luck and family members were delighted. Steve brought us plenty of wood for a bon-fire on our last day. Joan and Steve were great hosts.

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing! Best VRBO stay ever! Thank you for a wonderful weekend and a beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Check in was easy ! Property was beautiful. The organic garden was great!! . It did border a small airport which wasn’t mentioned and not everyone enjoyed the busy plane traffic . Easy access to Madison . The house was clean & quaint but could use updating. We had issue with refrigerator door alert going off randomly (even at sleeping hours) even though it was closed . Also, the fire alarm went off in the middle of the night - every 15 minutes for an hour. The owner is going to check out electric.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

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

Beautiful Spacious Countryside Home

Very nice, clean, and spacious home on the countryside. We enjoyed the firepit outside and the house is close to a local (small) airport landing strip. Very fun to watch the small Cessna-like planes land and take off. We were able to sleep 9 in 3 bedrooms and a pull out futon as there was room in the bedrooms to have an extra (air) mattress. The only concern was that the dining room table picture on the website shows an 8 top but it is actually a new table with a 6 top, but we managed as they have a beautiful deck with a large picnic table that seats several people.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan N.

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

Relaxing

Excellent place for families to gather with easy access to walking trails.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

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

See Sandy

We really enjoyed the beautiful property and great for the dogs, Joan and Steve are great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Best of Everything

The house was just perfect for our long weekend in the Madison area. The property is on the edge of the farms and still close to all the restaurants and things to do. Having a nice big yard to enjoy really made it for our dog as well. Such a relaxing getaway! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy G.

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

Perfect home and host - would return!

The home was so comfortable and well stocked. Joan was accessible and responsive for any questions. The setting is beautiful, and very accessible to Madison. I highly recommend, and would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Beautiful home - close to everything!

I couldn't recommend this lovely home more highly. My whole family stayed here for a mini-reunion before my son moved away, and it was the perfect family base. The host was extremely (but unobtrusively) responsive; the home was incredibly well-supplied (the kitchen especially has about everything you could ask for, including basics like flour, sugar, spices, etc.); although it's in a countryside setting, it's minutes from everything you might want. It's just full of thoughtful details that made our stay delightful. And the beds are very comfortable! I'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

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

Quiet Stay in the Country

My husband and I were in Madison for a dog show. We like to find properties that have yards for the dogs to run in. Although this yard is not fenced it is excellent for dogs and humans. Plenty of space. The house is a good size with lots of light. The two bathrooms were perfect and the kitchen had the most utensils and dishware I have ever seen in a short term rental. It is in the country but very close to everything you need. The owner is friendly and welcoming. The house is clean and the beds are comfortable. Stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Joan Ziegler

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Our family runs a local farm and landscape design company. We use our resources to expand our business, and encourage sustainable development throughout Wisconsin.

What makes this property unique

Experience nature while being close to madison.

Languages:

English

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