Bed and breakfast holiday rentals in Dane County

Walking Iron Sanctuary-Iron Amethyst Inn

Enter the Doctor’s Study through a re-created turn-of-the-century study – medical journals and top hat neatly hung up, a crank wall phone and calendar look as if the doctor just returned from a house call. Step under the arch and into the bedroom with queen-size brass bed with cast cherubs, past the remote-controlled fireplace, and into your cozy private bath. This bath has the best of both worlds with it’s large two-person shower featuring separate controls, body sprays, and the hand-made English tile version of “A Coign of Vantage” by Lawrence Alma-Tadema make this the ultimate showering experience! Step around the corner to enjoy the large double whirlpool bath, Doc Kester’s remedy to all that ails you. Located on the first floor.

The Cooper Suite - Iron Amethyst Inn

This room is named after the our home’s builder William Thompson and decorated in a cooper/mill style decor. The year was 1865 when an enterprising barrel cooper from Milwaukee named William Thompson journeyed to Mazomanie and began building this stately home. Financed by his success with the Mazomanie Flour Mill, Thompson constructed this impressive Italianate home. It contains rich burgundy wallpaper, regal carpet, hand-painted lincrusta frieze and ceiling medallion. Featuring a queen-size half-canopied iron bed with pillow-topped mattress. The adjoining luxury private bath features classic-styled fixtures, ceramic floor tile and six-foot double whirlpool, giving this room a true sense of royalty. Located on the second floor.

The Equestrian Rose Room - Iron Amethyst Inn

Named for Lenora Kester, the Doctor’s wife who lived in the house from 1899 to 1954 and especially enjoyed her gardens, which you see just out the windows. they also raised race horses in the carriage house. Decorated in an equestrian flair with rose accents this rooms is sure to impress. The king-size iron bed, large private bath, English Art-Nouveau shower tiles create a peaceful, atmosphere. Surrounding the corner whirlpool, note the hand-cast plaster cartouches depicting morning and night. Located on the second floor.

Mill House Retreat

The Mill House Retreat is a 2 story loft set in a park like setting next to the Sugar River. Built in 1864, this stone grist mill has soaring 15ft ceilings, original fittings and luxurious finishes. You will be greeted by chesterfield sofas, a large bar, a copper tub and comfortable beds. Just minutes to bike trails, live music, restaurants, and bars. Guests are welcome to have local friends over to enjoy the setting and reminisce. Madison, New Glarus and Epic are just minutes away.

Classy EnSuite – UW Campus – No breakfast

Charming and stylish, The Buckingham Inn is an upscale inn at the edge of the UW- Madison campus. Luxury guest suites offer a perfect refuge to relax and get away. Features include spacious private spa-style bath; HDTV with cable channels, streaming services, Pandora music; table and chair workspace. This listing offers our lowest room rate without breakfast. Coffee and tea are provided. To book a suite with breakfast included, find our "Upscale Suite - UW Campus - Breakfast Included" listing.

Upscale Suite - UW Campus - Breakfast Included

Offering service and style, The Buckingham Inn is a charming B&B at the edge of the vibrant UW- Madison campus. Luxury guest suites offer a perfect refuge to relax and get away. Homemade breakfasts feature local ingredients: continental Mon.-Wed., full breakfast other days. Modern comforts combine with original Arts and Crafts-style in each suite. Amenities include spacious private spa-style bath; cable HDTV with free Netflix, Pandora music; free bottled water, wine, snacks and chocolates.

The Nordic Retreat - Iron Amethyst Inn

Imagine walking through the garden and down by the stream, going for a kayak or bike ride, sitting in the beer garden enjoying music and playing yard games. Find your way down to the spa for a massage, facial or time in the sauna and end your evening with music and a night cap from our 2one Speakeasy. Back at your room enjoy your very own whirlpool tub and after slip into your plush linens and a pillow top bed.

The Stable Suite

This room is named after the stables Dr. Kester raised his race horses in. The queen-sized bed sits calmly amid the rustic-chic barn themed furnishings and decor. Features a full private bath, dining and living space, and private patio overlooking the Creek. Located on the first floor in Carriage House.