Located in Verona, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Goodman Aquatic Center and Ingleside Manor Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from University of Wisconsin-Madison and 15 mi (24.2 km) from Camp Randall Stadium.
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics - 28 min drive - 21.7 km
Camp Randall Stadium - 28 min drive - 24.2 km
University of Wisconsin-Madison - 29 min drive - 21.6 km
Getting around
Madison Station - 33 min drive
Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Culver's - 14 min drive
Epic - King's Cross - 22 min drive
Starbucks - 21 min drive
Casey's General Store - 20 min drive
Epic - Cassiopeia - 21 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.
HugeHome.Hottub 2 Stocked Ponds acres of yard. Riverview trails, 14mi to Madison
Windy Acres is a large 5 bedroom 4.5bathroom house that is great for groups of any size. The large yard is great for gatherings grilling and yard games. The Property is 10 minutes from Madison and 6 minutes from Epic, located right on the Military ridge bike trail. The house has full kitchen, a laundry room with washer and dryer, free wifi and tv. Great for a traveler on business, a couple looking for a relaxing get away, a family on vacation, or large group get togethers.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including a water park, a hot tub, and a fitness center. This vacation home also features complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Scott Niebuhr
Languages
English
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Pool/Spa
Shared/communal pool
A hot tub
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transport
On-site parking options include a garage
On-site parking
Car recommended
Kitchen
Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Spices
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
4.5 bathrooms
Shower
Jetted
Towels provided
Soap
Hairdryer
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Dining room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite service
Pool or billiards table
Ping pong table
Games room
Video games
DVD player
Books
Games
Stereo
Music library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Firepit
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 total pets
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible
Smoke-free property
Note from host: feel free to smoke outside
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
On the river
On the waterfront
Next to a golf course
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Near outlet shopping
Near a zoo
Things to do
Water park
Fitness centre
Fitness facilities nearby
Snow sports gear
Golf privileges
Golf on site
Theme parks nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Hiking nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Swimming nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Ecotours 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
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 8000 sq ft (743 sq m)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 14
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Windy Acres Peaceful Private Property Mt Horeb
Windy Acres Peaceful Private Property
Windy Acres A Peaceful Private
Windy Acres A Peaceful Private Property Mount Horeb
Windy Acres A Peaceful Private Property Private vacation home
Windy Acres A Peaceful Private
Windy Acres A Peaceful Private Property
Windy Acres A Peaceful Private Property Mount Horeb
Windy Acres A Peaceful Private Property Private vacation home
HugeHome.Hottub 2 Stocked Ponds acres of yard. Riverview trails, 14mi to Madison Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 92 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 92 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 92 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Willy S.
11 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Super Bowl
Great location, amazing view and environment. Will be returning!!
Willy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn P., Harvard
20 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Natures Gift
We had a wonderful time. As described.
Kathryn P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bill O.
8 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Badger Weekend
Enjoyed our stay. Property was as advertised. Accomodated the 10 of us easily and was just close enough to enjoy the University of Wisconsin campus without the craziness of staying on campus during football game weekend. Would highly recommend this property and look forward to renting it again!
Bill O.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
David S.
15 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Alabama vs Wisconsin
Enjoyed the home
David S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Corey J.
14 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Corey J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
David B.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
An awesome friend and family get away spot
The house had ample room for 13 people to eat, play, and lounge and we enjoyed games in the large back yard, grilling on the big charcoal grill, and the two outdoor/indoor patios to spend as much time comfortably outside as we could. Also, the shower / steam room in the main bathroom was great!
David B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bailey L.
8 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Verona
Scott was great and his place was great too!
Bailey L.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris B.
8 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect gathering spot
A group of golfers used the house for post round bbq, drinking and gaming. Perfect fit for the stay. Plenty of room. Upkeep was fantastic. Would rent it again
Chris B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Steve M.
8 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Family Getaway
Had a great time! The house was great and lots of space. Loved the hot tub and the basement. We had several Black Jack tournaments. The kitchen was well equipped and we were able to make many meals, including grilling out on the enclosed deck. Can't wait to book again.
Steve M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie S.
8 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful acreage
We had an amazing time at this property. We spent so much time outside exploring and fishing in the ponds. The dogs had a blast running around outside. There was a lot of room inside the home as well, great for a large family. We would definitely come back. The one thing was that the hot tub was dirty and cold, it never really warmed enough to enjoy.
Stephanie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
DENISE B.
27 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for family. Hot tub was great
It was perfect! Wedding weekend with family
DENISE B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie W.
12 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Easter with family
Nice secluded area to have a nice family gathering; brought our pickleball net and played a few games, went fishing in their ponds, and lots of time spent in the basement watching the women’s NCAA basketball tournament as well as black jack, ping pong and pool. House is a little dated with decor, but the house is cozy, the beds were comfortable and just being together as a family under one roof was just what we needed and this was the halfway point! Would recommend this place and would stay again!
Stephanie W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
20 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Exquisite Country Setting
The grounds and surrounding landscape were absolutely idyllic - we were even treated to a pair of sandhill cranes strutting near the backyard ponds! The house offered excellent space for numerous guests, and had good sleeping arrangements for the 11 adults in our group, tho we would be hard pressed to see how 3 more would fit (the description said sleeps 14).
The decor and furniture were rather dated, and the BBQ space proved to be dangerously smoky when used as the exhaust fan did not work and ventilation was entirely inadquate. These issues were the only real drawbacks to an otherwise perfect facility for a group/family gathering.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrea P.
29 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely setting, huge house
This property was great for our family reunion. Six of us stayed there, but the house was a great gathering place for all 20 of us. Lots of room to be together; lots of places to break out into conversational groups that ebbed and flowed. We particularly enjoyed the two porches and walking the extensive grounds.
Andrea P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erik V.
30 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A Fantastic Getaway Location
Clean, spacious, and scenic. A recommended private space to have big groups in comfort. Large beautiful private yard with its own pond as well as multiple spacious interiors, sun-room, screened patio, game room basement and a nice backyard hot tub. Home is full of natural light and kitchen has lots of space. Comfortable clean bathrooms. All only a 15 minute drive from most shops/food but the house is surrounded by scenic woods and fields and just the sounds of nature . A fantastic place! We stayed to visit the House on the Rock for a great long weekend.
Erik V.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alexia B.
8 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Was able to enjoy and accommodate family!
Alexia B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
6/10 Okay
Jeremy K.
20 Apr 2023
Nice But a Few Issues
The house had tons of space and the property was awesome. Kitchen was well stocked with various items and lots of condiments in the fridge.
Big issue was the inaccuracies in the listing. The number of bedrooms was incorrect and the number of adult guests it said it could sleep was incorrect. We were short 1 bed for two adults vs what was described on the listing. I messaged the owner about this and he never replied. We ended up having to buy a air mattress.
There was no check in or check out procedure anywhere. Not in the listing or at the property. We did our best when checking out but without instructions it’s hard to know what they want you to do.
Neither of the gas fire places worked and the hot tub temperature wouldn’t get fully up.
Lastly after checkout the owner without messaging me requested an additional $100 for not putting away dishes and for some stain that he was unable to provide evidence of. You cannot charge for not put the dishes away when you don’t give explicit instructions.
Overall it suited the need for the weekend skiing with a large group but needs a bit of effort from the owner to improve the listing.
Jeremy K.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jared F.
1 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
Big, clean and perfect for a large group.
Jared F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pam H.
19 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at beautiful property
Family gathering in lovely spacious home with great amenities (hot tub, pool table, ping pong, sun room) and large outside space. Enjoyed all the interior space, beautiful country side views, sunrises/sunsets and the walking trail!
Pam H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dean G.
12 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Large, private home
This place was great and perfect for what our group was looking for. Very large, open spaces and bedrooms with lots of amenities. It is not far from Verona or Mt Horeb but it is out in the country in a private drive so there are no disturbances. The added bonuses of the garage access, hot tub, wet bar and game tables only made this place better. The owner was great and responded quickly to questions. He also stopped by once and helped get the hot tub running and also was quick to shovel snow due to some that fell during our stay. I would agree with some of the other reviews that the decor was outdated but that is not something we look for in a rental for our annual getaway. Will absolutely be coming back here for future trips!
Dean G.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ty H.
8 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
10/10
Everything was perfect! Very clean and well equipped place.
Ty H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
8/10 Good
Jaclyn F.
15 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun getaway!
Overall we had a great weekend. One of the deciding factors on this property was the game room and hot tub because we were limited to outdoor activities. We were hoping for snow and frozen pond but Mother Nature did not cooperate. So we were super bummed to find the hot tub empty. They did come the second day and fill , as it was a new hot tub apparently but unfortunately it wasn’t until the afternoon and it took 12 hours to warm ti temperature and that was well into the morning hours so we could not use . House was larger than expected and gave us tons of room for socializing, eating and hanging out. Overall it was a good rental.
Jaclyn F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Mary Ann S.
30 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious home, great for a family gathering
Scott was very responsive to all of my inquiries leading up to and during our stay. This home is tucked away off the beaten path and has plenty of room for family gatherings. Enjoyed the Christmas decorations they put up. There are some aspects of the home that need some TLC - shower railings loose and hot tub not operational.
Mary Ann S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
27 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with wonderful views
Great property designed to maximize beautiful views and countryside. Close enough to Madison to be convenient yet nestled in rolling farmland with amazing views. Perfect for our holiday weekend.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kari M.
6 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Plenty of room for us all!
The house was perfect for our family weekend. It was nice to have enough room for everyone. The location was lovely; peaceful, beautiful and quiet. Would stay again.