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Near DT Madison - One Block from Lake Monona & Lake Loop Bike Path
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 479.0 sq m
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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
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Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Near DT Madison - One Block from Lake Monona & Lake Loop Bike Path
Experience the best of Wisconsin’s Capital City in this newly remodeled 1930's bungalow in one of Madison’s most desirable neighborhoods.
Rent a BCycle e-bike and take it for a spin on the famous 13-mile Lake Loop, just steps from our front door. Splash in Lake Monona at nearby Schluter Beach. Treat yourself to an ice cream cone at the retro ice cream parlor. When you're ready to shop or hit the farmer's market, downtown Madison is an easy 15-minute drive.
The Pink Acorn is a cozy, 850 square-foot bungalow in a quiet and eclectic, family-friendly neighborhood. Well appointed, with colorful vintage touches throughout. Located one block from Lake Monona and the Lake Loop bike path, which offers unbeatable views of the Madison skyline. You may rent BCycle electric bikes at Schluter Beach, a short 2-minute walk away. A perfect stay for couples, friends, and business travelers. Our house is not child-proofed and may not be safe for small children.
Conveniently located:
~5 miles to downtown Madison/Capitol Square (Farmers Market, Madison Marathon, Ironman)
~5 miles to Alliant Energy Center & Coliseum (CrossFit Games, World Dairy Expo)
~2 miles to Olbrich Botanical Gardens
~6 miles to airport
~4 miles to Beltline Hwy
~19 miles to Epic
~7 miles to Kohl Center
~8 miles to Camp Randall Stadium
Our fully stocked kitchen features stainless steel, Energy Star appliances: refrigerator/freezer, gas stove, microwave and dishwasher. There is a Keurig coffee maker with complementary San Francisco Bay Dark Roast compostable coffee pods, along with packets of powdered Coffee-mate non-dairy creamer, sugar and stevia. A French press is available if you prefer to bring your own coffee ground. We also provide an assortment of flavored teas and Swiss Miss hot chocolate.
The bedrooms have comfortable memory foam hybrid mattresses, with high thread-count microfiber sheets and luxurious Beckham Hotel Collection pillows. USB chargers are located at each bedside.
For business travelers and those working from home, the twin bedroom offers a stylish retro school desk and chair. There is also a tulip table in the dining room where you can conveniently set up your workspace.
We use eco-friendly Seventh Generation cleaning products, Dropps laundry and dishwashing detergent, and bamboo toilet paper and paper towels. Our bath towels are 100% Turkish cotton, and we also provide beach towels.
Our 50” smart TV has Netflix, Hulu, and Discovery+. Feel free to sign in on any other apps with your own account. We DO NOT have cable, but we do have an antenna that picks up basic stations like ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX.
Free parking in our newly paved driveway.
Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your stay better, and alert us immediately if you have any problems.
*Other things to note:
-There are six steps leading up to the front door, and a steep and narrow staircase that leads to the basement where laundry is located. Other than that, the living space is one level.
-Please be mindful to turn off lights and lock doors and windows when leaving.
-Please reuse bath towels more than once when possible. Towel hooks are located in the bathroom for your convenience.
-Please clear out the refrigerator of your food items upon checkout. Checkout is at 11am and no later, as we need ample time to thoroughly clean before our next guests arrive.
-While The Pink Acorn has been newly remodeled, it is nearly 100 years old, so please keep in mind that it is not new construction.
Rent a BCycle e-bike and take it for a spin on the famous 13-mile Lake Loop, just steps from our front door. Splash in Lake Monona at nearby Schluter Beach. Treat yourself to an ice cream cone at the retro ice cream parlor. When you're ready to shop or hit the farmer's market, downtown Madison is an easy 15-minute drive.
The Pink Acorn is a cozy, 850 square-foot bungalow in a quiet and eclectic, family-friendly neighborhood. Well appointed, with colorful vintage touches throughout. Located one block from Lake Monona and the Lake Loop bike path, which offers unbeatable views of the Madison skyline. You may rent BCycle electric bikes at Schluter Beach, a short 2-minute walk away. A perfect stay for couples, friends, and business travelers. Our house is not child-proofed and may not be safe for small children.
Conveniently located:
~5 miles to downtown Madison/Capitol Square (Farmers Market, Madison Marathon, Ironman)
~5 miles to Alliant Energy Center & Coliseum (CrossFit Games, World Dairy Expo)
~2 miles to Olbrich Botanical Gardens
~6 miles to airport
~4 miles to Beltline Hwy
~19 miles to Epic
~7 miles to Kohl Center
~8 miles to Camp Randall Stadium
Our fully stocked kitchen features stainless steel, Energy Star appliances: refrigerator/freezer, gas stove, microwave and dishwasher. There is a Keurig coffee maker with complementary San Francisco Bay Dark Roast compostable coffee pods, along with packets of powdered Coffee-mate non-dairy creamer, sugar and stevia. A French press is available if you prefer to bring your own coffee ground. We also provide an assortment of flavored teas and Swiss Miss hot chocolate.
The bedrooms have comfortable memory foam hybrid mattresses, with high thread-count microfiber sheets and luxurious Beckham Hotel Collection pillows. USB chargers are located at each bedside.
For business travelers and those working from home, the twin bedroom offers a stylish retro school desk and chair. There is also a tulip table in the dining room where you can conveniently set up your workspace.
We use eco-friendly Seventh Generation cleaning products, Dropps laundry and dishwashing detergent, and bamboo toilet paper and paper towels. Our bath towels are 100% Turkish cotton, and we also provide beach towels.
Our 50” smart TV has Netflix, Hulu, and Discovery+. Feel free to sign in on any other apps with your own account. We DO NOT have cable, but we do have an antenna that picks up basic stations like ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX.
Free parking in our newly paved driveway.
Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your stay better, and alert us immediately if you have any problems.
*Other things to note:
-There are six steps leading up to the front door, and a steep and narrow staircase that leads to the basement where laundry is located. Other than that, the living space is one level.
-Please be mindful to turn off lights and lock doors and windows when leaving.
-Please reuse bath towels more than once when possible. Towel hooks are located in the bathroom for your convenience.
-Please clear out the refrigerator of your food items upon checkout. Checkout is at 11am and no later, as we need ample time to thoroughly clean before our next guests arrive.
-While The Pink Acorn has been newly remodeled, it is nearly 100 years old, so please keep in mind that it is not new construction.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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About the area
Madison
Monona, a neighbourhood in Madison, is home to this holiday home. Barrymore Theatre and The Sylvee are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Madison Children's Museum and Yahara Hills Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Alliant Energy Center or Camp Randall Stadium.
Monona, WI
What's nearby
- Winnequah Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Aldo Leopold Nature Center - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
- Monona Dog Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
- Camp Randall Stadium - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 10 min walk
- Wendy's - 4 min drive
- Bernell's - 4 min drive
- Red Rooster - 4 min drive
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11 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Katie S.
21 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Katie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jim B.
29 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Location!
Jim B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Julie D.
16 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Julie D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Anne G.
30 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and great location
Anne G.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Jennifer D.
24 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Jennifer D.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Subha X.
12 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Subha X.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Chris M.
18 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House in Perfect Location
Chris M.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Audra M.
17 July 2025
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Audra M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
James R.
26 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
James R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Matt S.
16 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Matt S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kristan H.
4 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50s chic
Kristan H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Adam W.
20 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Adam W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Sheila P.
26 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great location!
Sheila P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Steph C.
22 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Madtown getaway
Steph C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Holly T.
19 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cozy lake location
Holly T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Charlie F.
6 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful rental
Charlie F.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Stephanie M.
9 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and cute!
Stephanie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Susan M.
23 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute
Susan M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent
RACHEL A.
30 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip for a concert
RACHEL A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Mark M.
23 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cozy place
Mark M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Nicole O.
24 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Nicole O.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Justine K.
18 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
terrific!
Justine K.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Ryan O.
13 September 2024
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Vaca
Ryan O.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Beth F.
7 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls getaway
Beth F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
About the host
Hosted by Kelly Doolan
My name is Kelly (she/her) and I work for a telecommunications service for those with hearing loss. I am an avid vintage collector and reseller. Thrift stores and flea markets are my therapy!
My husband Brian (he/him) is a physical therapist. He enjoys downhill skiing in the winter and mountain biking in the warmer months.
We have two incredible kiddos, a dog and a bird.
As a family we are passionate about CrossFit and own a cross-training gym in the neighboring town of McFarland. In the summer we spend time on the local lakes, and enjoy other outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, and camping.
We are grateful for you considering us for your vacation/travel needs. Please let us know if you have any questions at all, and if there’s anything we can do to make your potential stay at our home more enjoyable.
My husband Brian (he/him) is a physical therapist. He enjoys downhill skiing in the winter and mountain biking in the warmer months.
We have two incredible kiddos, a dog and a bird.
As a family we are passionate about CrossFit and own a cross-training gym in the neighboring town of McFarland. In the summer we spend time on the local lakes, and enjoy other outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, and camping.
We are grateful for you considering us for your vacation/travel needs. Please let us know if you have any questions at all, and if there’s anything we can do to make your potential stay at our home more enjoyable.
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