Great Location On Lake Waubesa, 10 Minutes from Downtown Madison and UW campus
Cabin in Madison, WI
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this cabin rental
I DO NOT LIST THIS CABIN ON CRIAGSLIST THERE ARE SCAMS GOING ON RIGHT NOW ON CRAIGSLIST. DO NOT BOOK THIS CABIN From anyone on Craiglsist. Located directly on a lake but in a country setting, it is only 10 minutes from downtown Madison Wisconsin, 20 minutes from the airport, and 2 hours from Chicago's O'Hare airport. Lake Waubesa is one of the four lakes in Madison, known as the best fishing lake. Barbecue and relax on the deck while being secluded from the wind! Enjoy fabulous morning sunrises over the lake.
The log cabin is located on the lake. One level ranch has 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. One bedroom has a queen bed. The 2nd bedroom has a bunk bed with a full bed and twin bed on the top. There is a large living room with lake views. Enjoy eating at the table while looking at the lake. Everything you will need to make your stay complete is provided, from linens, towels, a washer and dryer and condiments in the pantry.
We have a kitchen that is fully equipped with cooking and service ware for up to eight guests as well as new appliances. Plenty of pots and pans, dishwasher, microwave, coffeepot, and toaster to make eating in easy.
There is a window air conditioner and many ceiling fans for the summer and if you are staying in the winter we have heat throughout.
The boat launch is 2 minutes away. For our guests we have canoe. We just added a rustic wood 65 foot pier for our guests use(will be in the water from June to August). Most everyone just walks right in at the lake front to swim. The lake bottom is rocky and/or sandy.
Coming in for a UW game? Want to stay on the lake in a cabin instead of a hotel? We are a 12 minute drive to campus. Coming for IronMan Wisconsin? We are a 5 mile bike ride to the start. Stay in the comfort of a home vs a hotel.
Madison has been recognized as one of the premier places to live. The best farmers market in the US, outdoor music, free zoo, art fairs, and great restaurants are minutes away. We would love to share our city suggestions with you.
The log cabin is located on the lake. One level ranch has 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. One bedroom has a queen bed. The 2nd bedroom has a bunk bed with a full bed and twin bed on the top. There is a large living room with lake views. Enjoy eating at the table while looking at the lake. Everything you will need to make your stay complete is provided, from linens, towels, a washer and dryer and condiments in the pantry.
We have a kitchen that is fully equipped with cooking and service ware for up to eight guests as well as new appliances. Plenty of pots and pans, dishwasher, microwave, coffeepot, and toaster to make eating in easy.
There is a window air conditioner and many ceiling fans for the summer and if you are staying in the winter we have heat throughout.
The boat launch is 2 minutes away. For our guests we have canoe. We just added a rustic wood 65 foot pier for our guests use(will be in the water from June to August). Most everyone just walks right in at the lake front to swim. The lake bottom is rocky and/or sandy.
Coming in for a UW game? Want to stay on the lake in a cabin instead of a hotel? We are a 12 minute drive to campus. Coming for IronMan Wisconsin? We are a 5 mile bike ride to the start. Stay in the comfort of a home vs a hotel.
Madison has been recognized as one of the premier places to live. The best farmers market in the US, outdoor music, free zoo, art fairs, and great restaurants are minutes away. We would love to share our city suggestions with you.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Madison, WI
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Exactly what I needed. Thoroughly enjoyed the coziness of this cabin, love that it’s on the corner on a quiet street and the water is right there. Neighbors are super friendly. Nichole was a joy to communicate with whenever I needed anything. Would recommend this place for sure and look forward to staying again.
10.0 / 10.0
I Loved my stay!
I paddle boarded almost every day. I loved drinking coffee on the pier to the beautiful sunrises. It is a very quiet and peaceful setting with everything you need. I stayed for a month and was sad when it was time to leave.
10.0 / 10.0
Cozy cabin
A light filled space with a gorgeous lake view.
10.0 / 10.0
Cute cottage
Perfect for a long weekend
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay
Great stay
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful Cabin Getaway!
I went to college at UW-Madison and was looking for a place close enough to drive to town, but far out enough in the country to feel like I really got away from home. This place was perfect- plenty of supplies for cooking, easy to get to town when we wanted to go out, and a really cozy layout. Plus, Nicole is a terrific hostess. Wonderful place, and would definitely stay there again!
10.0 / 10.0
Great little place on the Lake
The host was so accommodating and easy to work with, great VRBO experience! Super fast communication!
8.0 / 10.0
Rustic Cabin
Beautiful location needs updating.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful views and great space
Beautiful setting with wonderful views of the lake. Nicole was great, responsive, and made sure everything was taken care of!!!
8.0 / 10.0
Fabulous Fall Retreat
We had a lovely weekend at this lakeside home . The view of the lake and the outdoor patio was wonderful . Some of the amenities in the house could use some updates , but overall we had a comfortable stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Quaint cabin on the lake
We really enjoyed our time at this quaint cabin on the lake. Unfortunately we had rainy weather and could not enjoy the water but appreciated the comfy interior.
10.0 / 10.0
Nice arrangement
Overall enjoyable staying. Nice surroundings, close to Madison downtown is a plus
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay by the lake!
Everything you could want in a vacation rental. Indoors we're comfortable, with all the necessary ammenities (kitchen appliances, ac, w/d, wifi all in good working order), but outdoors really shined. Nice deck with table and chairs for outdoor eating. Canoe, paddle boards, and life jackets for easy water access. Fire pit and marshmallow skewers. A great package all around!
10.0 / 10.0
Humble home in a great location
My family of four (with 2 small kids) had a great time at this house. Just right for such a size group. Bedrooms are a little small, but we used them just for sleep. The house is humble but comfy, newer kitchen and outside area. It has all the normal amenities, but the outside is nicest with the lake front view - especially at sunrise. Location is rural, but just 10 minute drive into Madison and convenient to most activities there.
10.0 / 10.0
Family from IL
This adorable cabin was in a perfect location right on the water and we enjoyed the amazing sunrises every morning and the gorgeous lake view right out the back door. The house was just the right size for my family and met all of our needs. We would definitely come back!!! Thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
Great lake getaway~
In this summer of COVID we decided to take an extra week at a lake. We live about 30 minutes from the house and staying here allowed our kids to still go do their athletic activities while we enjoyed the lake. The house is very close to Madison and as many activities as you could want. The lake was warm and fun to play in. We really enjoyed being able to use the paddleboards at the house, playing games in the backyard, and sitting on the huge deck overlooking the lake! Great week.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfection!
We were extremely satisfied with our stay! Nicole was a dream to work with and answered all of our questions and checked in with us while we were there! We made several of our meals and the kitchen was very well stocked with everything we could need! I had forgotten to pack coffee and I was excited to see it in the cupboard in the morning! The view of the lake is spectacular and you can’t get much closer than the backyard! We will definitely stay here again if we’re in the area!
10.0 / 10.0
it was really great to get away with family during this covid Summer.
Everything a lake cabin should be, would recommend....
10.0 / 10.0
Waubesa
I liked everything very much! beautiful view, gorgeous evenings by the fire. Clean and bright house !!! I recommend to everyone. Thanks a lot Nicole
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful Experience
The house was really clean and property was really amazing right on the lake. I would like to return in the future.
10.0 / 10.0
Awesome!
Had a great stay! The property was amazing and the owners were responsive to any questions! Would absolutely recommend to others!
10.0 / 10.0
Enjoyed our time.
Nicole was great to deal with.
10.0 / 10.0
Great place to stay
We stayed here over Christmas to visit family. Everything was great, clean, and the location is beautiful. (Don't miss the little restaurant/bar at the end of the street and definitely order the grilled walleye sandwich....may be the best fish this Florida native has ever had) It's an older house, and the bedrooms are tiny...like, the bed takes up the entire room, tiny, with maybe 18" to 2' on either side to walk around it...but it was perfect for us and we enjoyed it. The cabin is stocked with almost anything you could consider needing and we added some things ourselves for future tenants. The Queen bed is comfortable and the blankets and sheets are very good. We had a little problem with the batteries being dead on the door locks but a quick battery change fixed that. The only other downside was that I specifically looked for a cabin with a fireplace for Christmas, thinking we'd enjoy a cosy fire but the rules state you're not allowed to use it. So that was depressing but understandable and probably due to an insurance thing. This is a great place in winter, and I'm sure summer is even better.
10.0 / 10.0
Peaceful getaway
Listing was just as posted and Nicole was very prompt to respond. We enjoyed morning walks and the sunrise, as well as watching the fishing boats and ducks go by. The fire pit was also a nice additive. Kitchen had all the supplies you need. We will be back again.
10.0 / 10.0
Terrific weekend getaway
This was exactly what we were looking for. Very lovely and relaxing to be right on the water, and the house was clean and welcoming. The host was very responsive and responded to my texts within 5 minutes. I would definitely stay there again.
10.0 / 10.0
Little Lake Retreat
Stayed here while visiting our daughter at UW. Perfect little lake escape while still being close to campus.
10.0 / 10.0
Great for football weekend
Came down for the UW game. Easy Uber rides into town. Very peaceful place to hang out and relax before the game. Utilized the lake for paddle boarding and swimming.
10.0 / 10.0
Great spot!
We loved this cabin. Great spot with plenty of toys and activities :)
4.0 / 10.0
It was a nice quaint cabin. The view was great.
4.0 / 10.0
Awesome view! Love the lake view bar! Great kitchen... Well stocked! main bedroom bed was very comfy! Only real Issue was comfort of bunk bed mattresses for adults..
Thanks!
5.0 / 10.0
We had a wonderful stay at this cottage! The kitchen was well stocked, the beds were comfortable and the living room area was spacious. While we were not able to access the lake due to time of the year, it was lovely to look out at the lake during the day and to see the beautiful sunrises in the morning. It was fun to sit at the long bar facing the lake to have lunch and watch the birds. My family very much enjoyed our stay!
5.0 / 10.0
Beautiful lake view and fall colors can’t be beat!
5.0 / 10.0
Stayed here while in town for an Epic conference. Great location to downtown Madison, Airport and Epic. Great alternative to a hotel stay and much more reasonable. Would stay here again!!!
5.0 / 10.0
Location near but not in Madison was perfect. Lake side on quiet street. Could not have been nicer. Fully equipped cabin with nice deck.
5.0 / 10.0
Coffee out on the pier, bonfires at night. Very clean, close to zoo and campus.
5.0 / 10.0
Had a great weekend boating, grilling and sitting by the bonfire.
5.0 / 10.0
Lake Waubesa house was very comfortable. Kitchen well equipped, laundry facilities, touch pad lock very convenient.
The deck and view were outstanding. Partial shade almost all day so we spent most of the time outside. Lake is very quiet. Proximity to Madison was great.
5.0 / 10.0
Right on the lake and close to town. This is our 3rd year here. Will be coming back again.
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Madison?
The average price for a rental in Madison is $117 per night. This rental is $66 above the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Great Location On Lake Waubesa, 10 Minutes from Downtown Madison and UW campus. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Great Location On Lake Waubesa, 10 Minutes from Downtown Madison and UW campus pet friendly?
Yes! This cabin is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Great Location On Lake Waubesa, 10 Minutes from Downtown Madison and UW campus?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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