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Family-Friendly Lake Waubesa Home: Boat + Swim!

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TV, fireplace
Beach nearby
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6166.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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McFarland, Wisconsin
  • Lake Waubesa
    1 min walk
  • Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison
    9 min drive
  • Alliant Energy Center
    10 min drive
  • Madison, WI (MSN-Dane County Regional)
    21 min drive

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About the area

McFarland

With a stay at this vacation home in McFarland, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of University of Wisconsin-Madison and Lake Waubesa. .This vacation home is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Camp Randall Stadium and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from McFarland Dog Park.

What's nearby

  • Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison - 9 min drive
  • Alliant Energy Center - 10 min drive
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison - 14 min drive
  • Kohl Center - 14 min drive
  • Camp Randall Stadium - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 19 min drive
  • Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Green Lantern Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family-Friendly Lake Waubesa Home: Boat + Swim!

You and your family are invited to an epic lake vacation at this spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in McFarland, WI! Nestled on Lake Waubesa’s shoreline, the welcoming vacation rental offers endless outdoor activities at your fingertips. Wade in the shallow sandy-bottom water right off the dock, fish for walleye, enjoy a bike ride along nearby trails, or take advantage of the boat lift for days spent tubing and waterskiing! Afterward, soak up the stunning lake views from the screened porch.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pets Welcome w/ Fee | 3-Person Sauna | Screened Porch | Boat Dock/Slip | Boat to Waterfront Restaurants

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Twin Bed w/ Twin Trundle | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Living Room: Full Sleeper Sofa | Bonus Room: Full Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Air Mattress

OUTDOOR LIVING: Lake-facing patio w/ dining tables, kayaks, fire pit, gas grill, beach chairs/towels, boat lift (available Memorial Day-Labor Day, 4,000-lb limit)
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, 2 gas fireplaces, dry bar w/ full-sized refrigerator, dining table, jetted tub
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker w/ complimentary coffee, dishware + flatware, cooking basics, trash bags + paper towels, high chair, chest freezer
GENERAL: Free WiFi (laptop friendly), washer + dryer, laundry detergent, linens/towels, central A/C + heating, ceiling fans, box fan, hangers, hair dryer, keyless entry
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), exterior security camera (facing exterior entry/lake)
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story home, 1 step to enter, bedrooms on 2nd floor, 1st-floor full bathroom
PARKING: Driveway (1 vehicle), street parking (first-come, first-served)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR FUN: Lake Waubesa (on-site), Lake Monona (5 miles) McDaniel Park (0.4 miles), Capital Springs Recreation Area (6 miles), Allen Centennial Garden (9 miles), Lake Mendota (16 miles), biking, waterfront dining, e-bike rentals, boating, fishing, swimming
MUSEUMS: Wisconsin Historical Museum (8 miles), Madison Children's Museum (8 miles), Chazen Museum of Art (8 miles), Madison Museum of Contemporary Art (8 miles), Geology Museum (9 miles)
MORE TO DO: The Biergarten at Olbrich Park (6 miles), Delta Beer Lab (6 miles), Dane County Farmers' Market (7 miles), Henry Vilas Zoo (8 miles), The Orpheum Theater (8 miles), University of Wisconsin-Madison (8 miles), Wisconsin State Capitol (8 miles), High Noon Saloon (8 miles), Overture Center for the Arts (8 miles), Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center (8 miles), Kohl Center (9 miles), Camp Randall Stadium (9 miles)
AIRPORT: Dane County Regional Airport (10 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story home requires 1 step to enter. There is a 1st-floor bathroom, however, stairs are required to access the remaining full bathrooms and 2nd-floor bedrooms
- NOTE: This property features 1 exterior security camera located on the back porch, facing outward toward the exterior entry/lake. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video and sound while guests are in residence
- NOTE: The boat lift will be in the water seasonally approximately from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The boat lift is a flat-bed, vertical, hand-crank Shore Station with 4,000-lb capacity. Please confirm availability with the Guest Contact prior to your stay
- NOTE: The boat lift, kayaks, and dock are available seasonally (depending on the weather). If you would like to use these amenities, please reach out to the Guest Contact before your stay to confirm that the outdoor amenities are available
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Conveniences include a desk and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1794 sq ft (166.7 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

511494

Family-Friendly Lake Waubesa Home: Boat + Swim! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angie S., Los Gatos, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely lake house for cozy Thanksgiving
Grandparents, parents, teen, college and young adult family members enjoyed the retro summer camp vibe in this historic house. The glassed in porch with fireplace was perfect for watching the lake and birds. Kitchen fully stocked for cooking our Thanksgiving meal. All bedrooms are on 2nd floor, with just one bathroom one each floor of the house...felt a little less private than we're used to, but the space overall felt so cozy and as if it was our own treasured family getaway...made up for any inconvenience from shared bathrooms or creaky floors. Fun to walk out the door right to lake shore, or a few blocks away to local taverns/pubs for drinks/meal. Thank you for a lovely home away from home for the holiday week!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
October Stay on Lake Waubesa
We were there at the start of fall and the gas fireplaces were awesome both for the ambiance and warmth on cooler days. The view from the sunroom was wonderful. We spent a lot of time enjoying the view from there. It had a nice mix of modern amenities (updated kitchen and baths) and rustic charm. The neighborhood was very cute. We walked our dog quite a bit and enjoyed views of the lake side homes and the lake from all around the house. Plus there are two parks both within walking distance of the house that are very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tim S., Naples

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice getaway
This house was exactly like it was described. The location was convenient to the entire Madison Area. The two gas fireplaces were used on several cool mornings. The only downside for older adults is that the bedrooms are only accessible by a steep staircase. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Launching Pad to Experience Madison Area
We enjoyed our stay, and similar to other reviews, we found the house to be very clean. We liked all the retro furnishings. And we appreciated the extent it was stocked (way above expectations). Nice neighborhood within walking distance of a restaurant and a boardwalk walking / biking trail. The only challenge was I made 2 attempts to ask a question about the property before renting, but apparently the Property Manager (Evolve) did not forward the question to the owner (as I found her very responsive once I had her contact info).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loran M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Five stars
Everything was great beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice Place to Stay
We were in Madison for our son's graduation. We needed a place for our family. This property had everything we needed and more. We will be staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Lakefront Getaway!
We were so impressed with everything about this property! The lakefront location was breathtaking and the home was comfortable, spotlessly clean, and beautifully decorated. The property owners offer many amenities that we would typically pack, dish soap/sponge, coffee filters, spices, etc. They have remembered every last detail to ensure a comfortable stay. The lakefront sunroom with its wall of windows was our favorite spot for morning coffee and an evening sunset! We would 100% return to this perfect lake house for future getaways!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024