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The Napping Farm
Family-friendly cottage in Dane
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 1+ bathroom Sleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Dane, WI
- Place, Wisconsin River
- Place, University of Wisconsin-Madison29 min drive
- Place, Camp Randall Stadium31 min drive
- Airport, Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)33 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Common area 1
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
The Napping Farm
For ten years we have welcomed travelers from all over the world to our cozy and unique farm house and we would love to host you, come as you are. If you can, please read all information provided in this listing. This is a private country house on 120 acres of woods and fields, cut in with trails, in Wisconsin's Driftless Region. Located 30 min to Devil's lake, 45 to Wisconsin Dells and only 25 Minutes to downtown Madison. Events or a party, Common Gardens for more details, we love events.
The space
The house and grounds you are renting are eclectically decorated, well maintained and well stocked. In the kitchen you'll find coffee, tea, hot chocolate, spices, cooking oils, baking supplies, frozen pizzas, s'more makings, beer, wine and fresh eggs, as well as the means in which to prepare them and more, ask if you have any special requests. The beds are tempur-pedic with high quality linens, the bathrooms are stocked with towels and extra things you might have forgotten. These are all for you and your company. There is a porch for the warm months, indoor wood stove for the cold ones, with fire wood. Its also heated with propane and cooled with A/C. Board games line a wall and books another, the two smart TVs are pre-loaded with Netflix, Hulu, Hbo, and Disney plus. Nothing wrong with a nice movie on a rainy day or after a long hike, there's popcorn in the kitchen.
Outside the grounds are lit by string lights, you'll find a charcoal grill with all the tools and supplies needed to get it cooking. Near by is your private bon fire pit, with firewood.
For safety and health we use natural based cleaners, dye and fragrance free detergents. We have installed; CO2, radon and smoke detectors throughout the home as well as air-purifiers. First aid-kit, flashlights, lantern, weather radio and battery charged night lights for storms. Also feel free to do laundry in the basement, its free. Please, please,
- Be loud, be merry, have fun, sleep in, relax, explore!
Guest access
We leave the house unlocked, just walk in whenever you arrive, you'll receive a door code for the electronic lock. Beyond the firepit, the farm has a lot of neat things to see, the chickens, the barn, the trails, Feel free to walk around and explore, there are five members of our staff, all very friendly and kind, please engage them but they will leave you alone unless you want to chat, staff quarters will be marked with signs. For a hike, head to near by Indian Lake State park, they have 650 acres of trails and a dog park. For a swim, Salmo pond.
Other things to note
In years previous, we were a working farm that produced large amounts of firewood, produce, eggs ect. We have since moved more to weddings and rentals. We ask 15$/day per pet, please don’t let your dogs eat our chickens, if you need to add a pet, just send an alteration on your reservation, we would love to host your furry friends.
The space
The house and grounds you are renting are eclectically decorated, well maintained and well stocked. In the kitchen you'll find coffee, tea, hot chocolate, spices, cooking oils, baking supplies, frozen pizzas, s'more makings, beer, wine and fresh eggs, as well as the means in which to prepare them and more, ask if you have any special requests. The beds are tempur-pedic with high quality linens, the bathrooms are stocked with towels and extra things you might have forgotten. These are all for you and your company. There is a porch for the warm months, indoor wood stove for the cold ones, with fire wood. Its also heated with propane and cooled with A/C. Board games line a wall and books another, the two smart TVs are pre-loaded with Netflix, Hulu, Hbo, and Disney plus. Nothing wrong with a nice movie on a rainy day or after a long hike, there's popcorn in the kitchen.
Outside the grounds are lit by string lights, you'll find a charcoal grill with all the tools and supplies needed to get it cooking. Near by is your private bon fire pit, with firewood.
For safety and health we use natural based cleaners, dye and fragrance free detergents. We have installed; CO2, radon and smoke detectors throughout the home as well as air-purifiers. First aid-kit, flashlights, lantern, weather radio and battery charged night lights for storms. Also feel free to do laundry in the basement, its free. Please, please,
- Be loud, be merry, have fun, sleep in, relax, explore!
Guest access
We leave the house unlocked, just walk in whenever you arrive, you'll receive a door code for the electronic lock. Beyond the firepit, the farm has a lot of neat things to see, the chickens, the barn, the trails, Feel free to walk around and explore, there are five members of our staff, all very friendly and kind, please engage them but they will leave you alone unless you want to chat, staff quarters will be marked with signs. For a hike, head to near by Indian Lake State park, they have 650 acres of trails and a dog park. For a swim, Salmo pond.
Other things to note
In years previous, we were a working farm that produced large amounts of firewood, produce, eggs ect. We have since moved more to weddings and rentals. We ask 15$/day per pet, please don’t let your dogs eat our chickens, if you need to add a pet, just send an alteration on your reservation, we would love to host your furry friends.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
About the area
Dane
Dane is home to this cottage. Capital Brewery and Wollersheim Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pheasant Branch Conservancy and Governor Nelson State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Glenview Park, or check out an event or a game at John Powless Tennis Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
Dane, WI
What's nearby
- Wollersheim Winery - 21 min drive - 19.9 km
- West Towne Mall - 24 min drive - 24.0 km
- University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics - 28 min drive - 27.4 km
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - 29 min drive - 26.6 km
- Camp Randall Stadium - 31 min drive - 29.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Springfield Inn - 6 min drive
- Game Time Sports Bar & Grill - 12 min drive
- On The Rox - 11 min drive
- Tootsie's Tap - 16 min drive
- Dorf Haus Supper Club - 12 min drive
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