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Plan your reunion/gathering now in beautiful rural South Central Wisconsin

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and Hot tub

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 166500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Master - Lower

1 King Bed

Master - Upper

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full-bath - Lower

Toilet · Shower only

Half-bath - Upper

Toilet

Jack & Jill

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master - Lower

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master - Upper

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

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

About this property

Plan your reunion/gathering now in beautiful rural South Central Wisconsin

The Oak House, located on Arington Tree Farm, is an upscale and luxurious home, with a beautiful and secluded setting. The open floor plan, exquisite craftsmanship, and top quality furniture serve as the perfect backdrop for a family gathering, or friend reunion.
We may be biased, but we're sure you won't find a home this beautiful, on a setting this serene, on this side of the Mississippi.

The Oak House is tucked away on 660 acres of rolling farmland, with open prairies, beautiful woodlands, stunning views, and multiple porches to enjoy a birds eye view of the sunset. It's a relaxing and peaceful retreat, where family and friends can gather.

It was built in 2004, and features all the comforts of home.

There are two master bedrooms, both with king size beds, and private baths. One master offers a whirlpool tub, and walk in shower. The other a standard tub and shower.

The other four bedrooms offer a king bed, with a private toilet and shared shower, a queen bed with a private toilet and shared shower, two full sized beds with a shared shower, and a queen bed with a shared shower.

The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you may need to create and serve a home cooked meal.
The dining room provides a beautiful live edge table, made by our arborist, using wood from our farm. The table seats 10. There is also a counter that seats 6. Extra chairs are provided throughout the home, if more seating is needed.

The spacious layout also provides 2 living-rooms, both with gas fireplaces, a craft/game room, a laundry room, a screened in porch, and so much more.

Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy our walking paths, creek crossings, and run-ins with wildlife.

The home also includes a fire pit, grill, patio, basketball hoop, ping pong table, 2 fat tire bikes, and hot tub.

A large private backyard, surrounded by tall hardwood forest, provides the perfect backdrop for watching the sunset, bird watching, bocce ball, or singing songs around a fire.

The property is 5 miles from downtown Cambridge.
Cambridge, Wisconsin, has become one of the best kept secrets in the state, for outdoor recreational opportunities. In fact, one of the most technical single-track off-road mountain bike trails is located just 2 miles south of Cambridge, in CamRock Park.
CamRock Park also offers hiking, birding, and in the winter, cross county skiing and sledding.
Cambridge is also home to Lake Ripley, a wonderful lake, perfect for kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, or simply a day of swimming and relaxation on the beach. Downtown there are specialty shops, multiple restaurants, coffee shops, and the Piggly Wiggly grocery store.

Madison, home of the UW Badgers, and one of the greatest Farmers' Markets, is a short 20 minutes away from the property.
The restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and outdoor experiences are endless.

We love this corner of Wisconsin: the peacefulness of a rural home, with urban amenities only a short driving distance away. You'll be so happy and at home here, you may decide to extend your stay. Come and see for yourself. You'll be glad you did.

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Morgan is a lovely mom of two, and she will deliver all your needs right to you, so you can pack less.

You must be 28 years of age or older to rent this property - No exceptions.

Welcome to the Oak House -- we hope your first visit won't be your last!
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Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Deerfield

Located in Deerfield, this holiday home is in a rural area. Cambridge Historic School Museum and Stoughton Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Hinchley's Dairy Farm and Lake Ripley Lanes. Travelling with kids? Consider Busy Barns Adventure Farm and Korth Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cambridge, WI

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 27 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cambridge Taphouse
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kilt Man's Smoke House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Utica Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cinnabon - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Plan your reunion/gathering now in beautiful rural South Central Wisconsin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Plan your reunion/gathering now in beautiful rural South Central Wisconsin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Plan your reunion/gathering now in beautiful rural South Central Wisconsin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Plan your reunion/gathering now in beautiful rural South Central Wisconsin located?

This family-friendly Deerfield holiday home is located in a rural location, 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Hinchley's Dairy Farm, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Ripley Park Beach and Cam-Rock Park Area. Cambridge Historic School Museum and Cambridge Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

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Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic

This was a great place for our extended family to stay for graduation weekend. So much room and tons of things to do. Very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Beautiful fall family retreat

This was our second stay at this property. It is very clean and well stocked with everything we needed for a quick weekend getaway with extended family. The property manager anticipated our needs, and even dropped off an extra propane tank for the grill before we even realized it was low. We hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L.

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

Great House

Beautiful house with tons of space - perfect for a weekend away with family & friends! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia R.

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

Remarkable Home and Welcome

We have visited multiple times, and the home and beauty of the farm continue to give us a place to refresh and spend time focused on family - the home has spaces for large gatherings and individual reading or resting. Thank you for this remarkable place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen B.

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

Perfect for a family weekend

We rented this home to celebrate my mother in laws 70th birthday. We had 6 adults, 2 teens and 3 children and the house was perfect for everyone. Clean and spacious and something for everyone to do. It's location is perfect. It's quiet and peaceful, but not too far from anything you may need. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Oak House sibling reunion

The property is beautiful and was so comfortable for all of us. It has everything you could want. We really enjoyed our time together there, whether hanging out in the screened porch, enjoying the fire pit on the patio, spending time in the kitchen or taking in our beautiful surroundings. We will plan another family trip here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haley F.

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

Best House.. ever!

We booked for our wedding weekend and it was the perfect house to host our entire wedding party. It truly put the icing on the cake for our entire wedding weekend. We couldn’t have found a better place! It was clean, had everything we needed (towels, kitchen supplies, etc) plus a hot tub! We already talked about booking for our anniversary some year and getting the crew back together.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

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

Amazing home

Our 4-generation family gathering was so easy and comfortable at The Oak House. Spacious and clean, we enjoyed both indoor and outdoor spaces. Rachel, the property manager, was quick to respond to questions via text. Recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

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

The Best

The T-12 is a group of friends that has been getting away from the Chicagoland area for a weekend in September for over 20 years. The Oak House is by far the number one favorite place we have stayed. The Oak House is located in a scenic and quiet area of south central Wisconsin. The house is beautiful, clean and spacious. There are unexpected amenities which gives forth a message of welcome. Planning and securing arrangements with the owner has been a delight. Oak House is The Best!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia R.

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

Happy 2022 New Year

Thank you for the opportunity to return to the Oak House and for the extraordinary ways you prepare this remarkable property. It is welcoming, full of comfortable and surprising places to gather, and a kitchen to dream "for". The new oven is a lesson in the next generation of appliances and is a great improvement over the previous one - showing your commitment to providing guests with the best. We will always celebrate a stay at The Oak House.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Matt J.

an exceptional property for your family

We had an outstanding stay at the Oak House. Joe provided great communication in advance and Rachel was a gracious host during our weekend covering everything we needed including the occasional text. The house is beautiful and has everything you will need. Great bedrooms for our two families, nice spaces to visit and a relaxing screened in porch. We never felt crowded in the well appointed house. The kitchen and dining area is a nice space to prepare a meal and eat it together. The property is equally stunning with space to play, enjoy a fire or take a walk. We also appreciated the use of their pool and grill. This is the best property we have rented with the best hosts we have encountered. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia R.

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

The Oak House Always Exceeds Expectations

We have traveled to the Oak House on several occasions to gather with family and friends. The setting, space, and care are extraordinary. On this trip, we especially appreciated the holiday decorations that allowed us to actually put presents under the tree to surprise the children in our group. A highlight of our trip is asking Joel Chesboro to share his many gifts in the kitchen to provide our meals - we all learn from watching him work and very much enjoy the outcome. There are many VRBOs but none like The Oak House. We already are looking for Spring dates. Thank you to everyone who makes the Oak House possible.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

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

Spectacular Property, yet very family friendly and flexible for hosting large group

Beautiful, executive level home, fantastic kitchen amenities, more space than you could dream of, an amazing children’s room with quality toys and dress-up stuff, amazing big-screen TV’s in numerous rooms (which we didn’t use—too much lovely outdoor activities) a very large (and popular!) hot tub in a screen room, and a large outdoor hosting area (hosted 7 on 7 basketball as well as a pre-wedding get-together on the back patio.) Lovely views down a sweeping meadow to the tree farm, lots of room for Kube players. Adequate parking, even when hosting the wedding guests for an evening. Connected to the other two properties by multiple tree-farm paths, enjoyed by my running contingent. An absolutely over-the-top property, spotless, spacious, yet welcoming
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Labor Day getaway

We spent Labor Day weekend at this beautiful house. We had plans to go out with our kids and their cousins to places like the Madison zoo and children’s museum, but once we got to the house, they had so much fun playing at the house that we didn’t venture out as much as we planned. The kitchen and pantry were well-stocked with everything we needed to prepare our meals for our group of seven and seven kids. We loved the views and the quiet surroundings. Also, unfortunately, when we returned home, we realized my youngest’s favorite lovey hadn’t made it back into our bags. The property manager found it and mailed it back to us the next day! That was going above and beyond and saved us many sleepless nights. :) We hope to stay again and recommend this lovely house to all of our friends who need a quiet and stress-free getaway near Madison.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 recommend! beautiful property and hosts were welcoming and attentive.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the third time our family has been here and it just gets better and better. Perfect for an extended family with kids because of all the space to play. Just perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is amazing. There is space for a family of all ages and the playroom was especially loved for dress-up time by the granddaughters. The property is well-stocked and made for total relaxation. Can't wait to go back next year.- Craig
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was perfect! The house was beautiful, welcoming, extremely clean, and SO MANY TOWELS! It was perfect for our family gathering!I think we only had one question for the host, who responded very quickly. What else could we ask for?
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly O.

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

Best VRBO

Beautiful home, peaceful setting, no detail overlooked by the incredible hosts. We enjoyed the hot tub, screened-in porch, and many home-cooked meals around the dining table. Thank you Joe and Rachel for a perfect stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Annual Get Together

Oak House is a unique property ideally suited for family gatherings - this was our fourth stay. The house is roomy, well appointed, and decorated for the holidays. It also has access to nature trails for daily walks. The location has quiet privacy with quick access to activities in Madison. The property manager Rachel is very responsive. We highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

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

Family Christmas celebration

This was our 2nd year staying at this beautiful, well stocked home. Our family gathered here to celebrate Christmas together with our 98 year old father. It was perfect in every way. Rachel was very responsive & helpful with our questions. We look forward to coming back. You will not be disappointed if you choose to stay here. It is our favorite!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Best VRBO ever!

This property is outstanding! Every extra you could imagine was found in this house. Plenty of dishes and cooking items and all in great condition. Sometimes vacation rentals are stocked with subpar pots and pans, and that was not the case here. So many extra towels and blankets that made us so comfortable throughout our entire stay. Little touches like boxes of Kleenexes and candy and snacks made us feel so special. It was nice to have so many different spaces to spread out and yet have a big enough living area and dining room table to all gather together when we wanted to. It honestly felt like we were in a jazz up version of our own home. The property manager, Rachel helped us with every single thing we needed. I could not recommend this property more highly. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard M.

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

Surprising Luxury: We Didn’t Want To Leave!

We arrived early for a family reunion and wedding in nearby Stoughton and were pleased with the extras that enhanced our stay. Not sure where to begin. The house is awesome and the furniture and beds are comfortable, clean, and have everything you and your party will need. The hot tub was comfortable and large and easy to figure out. Plenty of towels too. And bath robes in the bathrooms too. Fire pits - two in the back were there with everything but the marshmallows. Wonderful grounds to walk around and saw plenty of birds including a couple of cranes (or possibly blue herons) flew by each day. The kids played b-ball in the lower garage driveway and Jake came away as the Champ. My niece brought here 19-month old and they both loved the playroom / bedroom over the garage. Dolls, dress up and toys - great area for the little one. Plenty of games and TVs to enjoy and make new memories both in the downstairs area and the large, open concept living area. The kitchen had everything we needed, including some staples (EVOO) and more spices than we have at home. Plus a stash of candy. Which I was sorely tempted - it was like Halloween! Our family had a great time and really enjoyed this home. Not sure how we would top this reunion since the owners have set the bar very high for any other property, whether in the Madison area or elsewhere. Kudos to Joe and His team! Highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Venkat M.

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

Welcoming home for a reunion

This home was exceptionally set up to host multiple families and friends for a reunion. The grounds are immaculately kept and have plenty of space to explore and take in the outdoors. The home has even more rooms and beds than expected which allowed everyone to have their own private space as is needed with multiple families. The property manager was incredibly responsive when we had questions preparing for our trip and during our stay. The home is also well equipped for kids with a playroom and several kid friendly farms and attractions nearby. Not to mention the abundance of outdoor equipment to entertain the whole family (bocce, frisbeegolf,basketball, badminton, pingpong, fat tire bikes and more). The kitchen was ample sized to cook meals for 10+ people, was stocked with all the storage containers anyone could need, and there were multiple fridges. We highly recommend staying here and would re-visit wisconsin again just to stay at this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debby M.

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

Amazing isn’t good enough!

This is the perfect place for a multiage family gathering. The house and grounds are great. The care and welcome by the owners/manager are wonderful. We couldn’t ask for more in a family reunion. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Rachel is the property Manager

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Rachel is the Property Manager for the Oak House. She is an amazing person and is the one responsible for making your stay interesting, comfortable and hopefully an experience that will be remembered by you for years to come.

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