Great Location On Lake Waubesa, 10 Minutes from Downtown Madison and UW campus

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A log cabin with a deck, outdoor seating, and a covered grill area.
A view from inside a room with large windows overlooking a deck area with outdoor seating.
A long wooden table with chairs, large windows, and curtains.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, a sofa, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.
A kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and white cabinetry.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Waubesa

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Madison, WI
  • Place, Lake Waubesa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Capital Springs State Recreation Area
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Wisconsin-Madison
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Madison

Located on a lake, this cabin is in Waubesa Beach, a neighbourhood in Madison. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capital Springs State Recreation Area and Lake Kegonsa State Park, while Madison Museum of Contemporary Art and Wisconsin Veterans Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Alliant Energy Center or Kohl Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Madison, WI

What's nearby

  • Lake Waubesa - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Capital Springs State Recreation Area - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Alliant Energy Center - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 16 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 12 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tati Co - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Spartan Pizza - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Location On Lake Waubesa, 10 Minutes from Downtown Madison and UW campus pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Location On Lake Waubesa, 10 Minutes from Downtown Madison and UW campus?

As of 6 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Location On Lake Waubesa, 10 Minutes from Downtown Madison and UW campus on 7 November 2026 start from NZ$12,436, 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 Great Location On Lake Waubesa, 10 Minutes from Downtown Madison and UW campus?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Location On Lake Waubesa, 10 Minutes from Downtown Madison and UW campus?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Location On Lake Waubesa, 10 Minutes from Downtown Madison and UW campus?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Location On Lake Waubesa, 10 Minutes from Downtown Madison and UW campus located?

Located in Waubesa Beach, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Waubesa and Capital Springs State Recreation Area. Capital Springs Dog Park is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

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. 81 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 101 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice arrangement

Overall enjoyable staying. Nice surroundings, close to Madison downtown is a plus
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect cabin retreat

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.
Stayed 31 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cabin

A light filled space with a gorgeous lake view.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cottage

Perfect for a long weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little place on the Lake

The host was so accommodating and easy to work with, great VRBO experience! Super fast communication!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Rustic Cabin

Beautiful location needs updating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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!
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

it was really great to get away with family during this covid Summer.

Everything a lake cabin should be, would recommend....
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Experience

The house was really clean and property was really amazing right on the lake. I would like to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

Had a great stay! The property was amazing and the owners were responsive to any questions! Would absolutely recommend to others!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our time.

Nicole was great to deal with.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
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