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4 BR Ranch 1 Block From Lake Monona - Near UW, Hospitals, and Downtown Madison

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Living area
Private Wooded Backyard with plenty of lawn space
Hammock in back yard
450 sq ft Deck overlooking private, wooded lot with grill
Living Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Full Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Two Twins Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master On-Suite

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

4 BR Ranch 1 Block From Lake Monona - Near UW, Hospitals, and Downtown Madison

We would be pleased to host you in our mid-century, four-bedroom home in a quiet residential neighborhood one block from Lake Monona. Located in the heart of everything Madison with quick access to downtown, UW, UW/SSM/Meriter Hospitals, Alliant Energy Center, Monona Terrace, Epic, Exact Sciences, and Dane County Regional Airport.

Our place is perfect for couples, families with kids, and business travelers and includes...
-All utilities included
-No Security Deposit
-4 bedrooms
-2 full bathrooms
-1400 sq ft
-Wooded lot in a quiet residential neighborhood
-7 amazing parks with playgrounds and a community pool within walking distance
-Free High-Speed Wireless Internet that sustains Video Calls
-Full Kitchen- stocked with every appliance and utensil you'll need for a comfortable stay.
-Keurig, French Press, and coffee provided
-2 TVs (42" HDTV with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Fire TV + 1 Roku TV)
-Large Private Deck (27'x16') with Gas Grill
-Free Parking (1 detached garage spot + driveway parking)
-Central AC and Heating and lots of fans
-Free Washer and Dryer within the home
-Pack'n'Play, safety gate, and high chair
-Children's books and toys
-Board games
-On the Lake Monona Bike Trail
-All the basics and essentials to get you started
-Over 110 5-star reviews on other rental sites
-And all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay.

You'll have access to the entire house with 100% privacy.

Amenity limitations:
-Must climb stairs - Ranch home with 2-3 steps to get into and one flight down to laundry in basement.
-No smoking, no pets, or parties or events on the property.
-Ring doorbells at the front and back doors.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Madison

Located in Monona, a neighbourhood in Madison, this holiday home is near a water park and on a lake. Capital Springs State Recreation Area and Lake Kegonsa State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Olbrich Botanical Gardens and Vilas Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Alliant Energy Center or Camp Randall Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Monona, WI

What's nearby

  • Winnequah Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Alliant Energy Center - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Kohl Center - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 12 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 11 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪True Coffee - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4 BR Ranch 1 Block From Lake Monona - Near UW, Hospitals, and Downtown Madison pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 4 BR Ranch 1 Block From Lake Monona - Near UW, Hospitals, and Downtown Madison?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 4 BR Ranch 1 Block From Lake Monona - Near UW, Hospitals, and Downtown Madison on 17 December 2025 start from NZ$258, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 4 BR Ranch 1 Block From Lake Monona - Near UW, Hospitals, and Downtown Madison?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 4 BR Ranch 1 Block From Lake Monona - Near UW, Hospitals, and Downtown Madison?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4 BR Ranch 1 Block From Lake Monona - Near UW, Hospitals, and Downtown Madison?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 4 BR Ranch 1 Block From Lake Monona - Near UW, Hospitals, and Downtown Madison located?

This family-friendly Madison holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Winnequah Park, Aldo Leopold Nature Center and Monona Dog Park. Olbrich Botanical Gardens and Vilas Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse I.

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

Perfect for ladies weekend

Plenty of separate beds, spacious living space with lots of seating, AirPlay to the TV meant we could easily play music and spend quality time together. Great hospitality and communication from the owners. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2021
Thank you so much for staying at our home! We hope to host you and your group again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan C.

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

Best place to stay for a UW Madison Graduation

We chose this property because of its close proximity to UW campus. Everything was perfect! A great family friendly neighborhood within walking distance to parks and the lake, and short drive to many great restaurants. The owners were great and available to answer any questions we had. If you are looking for a place to gather your family for graduation, this is the place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

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

Great Place!

We feel very lucky we were able to stay at this home during UW graduation! There was plenty of space for 7 adults + our graduate to gather. The deck was the perfect space to relax and enjoy after the events on campus. The house has a very well-equipped kitchen without being cluttered so we had everything we needed. The location was super--easy access to downtown Madison and campus but in a beautiful neighborhood with lots of walking opportunities. Host Chris promptly responded to questions throughout the reservation process. Our entire family was very happy with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

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

Monona

Stayed for 3 nights in Monona with my extended family which included 5 adults, a 2 year old, and a 4 month old. Chris was easy to communicate with and his home was exactly as pictured on the listing. My 2 year old enjoyed playing with the toys in the basement as well as walking to nearby parks and the library. The bedrooms and kitchen were perfect and spacious for the adults present. Neighborhood was walkable and a close drive to Madison. I would recommend to any family looking to stay in Monona!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana F.

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

Perfect!

This home was perfect for our family as we were in town for a high school graduation. The patio and yard were excellent! Only feedback would be some type of door, gate or sturdy barrier at the downstairs entry to the basement. We had no issues but it was a little scary if someone stumbled coming in from the patio. Thank you Chris and Amanda for sharing your home! Dana
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jannine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home itself was spacious and very clean and the yard looks like a park; but, the patio area needed more attention, which the owner was very quick to address. The check in was cumbersome as it required using a lockbox to get the keys as it was attached to the side railing next to the front stoop, which made it difficult to move the lock box to a position that allowed one to see the number tumblers particularly given that we arrived after dark. A more modern keypad entry would make that process easier. The Kitchen was exceptionally well stocked but all the knives needed sharpening. The location is the real "star of the show" - easy walking distance to the pool, pickleball/tennis courts and library. It's also close to many shops and restaurants in Monona (lovely community) and Madison. The master bedroom and bath are both very compact and a larger person may have trouble moving around in both of those spaces. The step into the front door is quite high.The thing that we were most disappointed in was finding insects inside the house daily. There was quite a bit of rain while we were there and the many trees and overgrown bushes so close to the house may have had something to do with that annoyance. Our host acknowledged the problem and tried an non-chemical substance to thwart the problem, but that was not successful and the problem continued daily.That said, we would stay there again in a heartbeat!Great hosts that were responsive to our questions and concerns.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family week

The house worked out perfectly to have our adult kids stay in house while my mothers house was just around the corner Mattresses alittle soft but everything else was great Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hope D.

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

Lovely Home and Neighborhood

The home is in a lovely neighborhood and only a quick walk to a park next to the lake, and a short drive to downtown Madison. The house was very clean and comfortable. Check-in and communicating with the host was easy. We had no issues with our stay and would recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel Y.

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

Good place for young kids

My kids had a great time playing with the toys, both on the ground floor and in the basement. The bedroom with the king-sized bed in it (and its bathroom) were small, with little room for moving around. Larger people might find that bathroom too small for comfort. If you are considering this property, be aware that there is some Christian decor: no crosses or crucifixes, but lots of Christian books and Bible quotes. This may or may not be relevant to your choice of where to stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

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

Great for family of 5!

Very clean, nice house. Great communication with owner. They had everything we needed. Comfortable beds. Cute patio and yard for outdoor meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for family get togethers!

This house was perfect for our family get together. We had 9 people staying and and additional 2 people who joined us in the evenings. The living room was large enough for all of to just hang out together. The entire was well stocked. Everything about our stay was perfect. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA M.

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

Quick stay in Madison

We stayed here during the drop off week in Madison and decided a vrbo property would be better than a hotel for parking of our trailer. It was a beautiful neighborhood, right off the lake, lovely yard, and lots of room. Chris was a great communicator through the process. Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Great Family House

Great backyard. Cozy home
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Charlie N.

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

Summer getaway

This house is well appointed. Has a lovely outside patio. Nicely located for easy access to transportation and dinning options. Owner and property manager were very accessible.
Stayed 48 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Chris Rudolph

Host profile image
We're a family of 5, who love to travel and explore the world with our 3 kids under 16.

Although we call Kailua Kona, Hawaii, our home base, Chris runs a remote business coaching practice, and Amanda is a full-time missionary. We love to travel, and some of our favorite places include Mexico, California, Hawaii, various islands in the Caribbean, and Uganda.

We are Madison natives and enjoy recommending great places and experiences to our guests and friends.

We look forward to connecting with people who are planning to travel to the Madison area and aim to make each guest's experience amazing!

Why they chose this property

Safe and quiet residential neighborhood a block from Lake Monona.

What makes this property unique

Quiet, wooded lot on the Lake Monona bike trail.

Languages:

English
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