Pet-friendly holiday rentals in Lake Mendota

#301 Private Apartment in Historic McFarland House

*** Our 2nd Floor is being remodeled throughout 2025 adding 4 more units to the old McFarland House This newly remodeled unit is located in the attic of the Historic McFarland House, built in 1857 in the community that bears its name. Nestled in our small suburban downtown, this unit is perfect for travelers visiting the Madison area or nomads making a pit stop in the mid-west. Only 8mi to campus or a quick commute to the capitol, McFarland is an easy exit off multiple highways and interstates.

DT+Bikes+Pvt Suite+Jacuzzi+Parking+Near Campus

Located in a unique pocket of DT, across from Brittingham Park, Monona Bay, Brittingham Boat Rental & a bike/walking path. You will love our welcoming neighborhood! We are a short walk from UW-Madison, Hospitals, State Street & the Capitol. We have a dog, Bella, who stay upstairs, but you could see her wandering outside. We have been inspected & are licensed with the city. ZTRHP1-2020-00027. Ask prior to arrival about the use of our high-quality mid-drive ebikes when you stay (for a small fee).

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.

Private guest suite on beautiful Lake Mendota

Cozy guest suite/basement apartment with separate entrance for nature lovers. Lake and capitol views from breakfast nook with microwave and mini fridge and coffeemaker. Full kitchen coming fall 2025. Quiet, woodsy, neighborhood adjacent to Governor Nelson State Park. Completely painted and updated 7/25/24. Tiki level, pier, and kayaks for guest use. People love the views, the hot tub and woods. It is a 1929 cabin so many stairs, some indoor insects and limited space. Well behaved pets welcome!

Cabin on the Trail

Kick back and relax in this cozy space with up north, cabin vibes. In the summer months enjoy the excellent fishing and boating and in the winter have fun ice fishing on beautiful Fox Lake! *Please read the full description and look at all of the pictures of the property *Not suitable for parties or loud gatherings. Please note, there is a 4 person maximum *All dogs/pets must be pre-approved by the host. There is a $50 pet fee/stay. *Check out our “cottage on the trail”, closer to the lake.

Cool, Roomy, Scenic Country Art Studio

Creative souls love my marvelous studio retreat, a delightful one-room loft-style space featuring tall ceilings, an entire wall of sliding glass doors, kitchenette, piano, and an expansive view of a picturesque barn, pasture, and wooded hills. This amazing, heated, spacious country getaway has no plumbing— it's just a few steps across the yard to the main house guest bathroom. Come create, relax, and renew here! Well-behaved dogs, included in your reservation, must be leashed when outside.

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.

Lakeview Loft - Downtown Madison

Stay in the heart of Madison, enjoying exclusive access to our 3rd floor suite with lake views. Located on a quiet street along the Lake Loop bike path/Lake Monona, and close to Willy Street (0.3 mi), the Sylvee (1.1 mi), the Capitol (1.7 mi), Monona Terrace (1.6 mi), and Camp Randall (3.3 mi). Self check-in with keypad and ample parking. Wifi is over 500 Mbps download/upload speeds. #ZTRHP1-2022-00022 Note: Loft is accessed by 3 flights of stairs! Space has coffee bar only (no kitchen).

The little Green Birdhouse-McFarland/Monona

Adorable tiny house located just 1/2 block to Lake Waubesa with public lake access. It's a 1/2 mile walk to the Yahara bike path, access to the Capital City bike path and into downtown Madison. Spacious, open living room. Open concept kitchen with butcher block countertops. One bedroom with an attached full bath. Laminate hardwood floors throughout. 2 car parking pad. Large backyard with a firepit, brand new fence, and a nice view of the lake. The neighborhood is quiet and welcoming.

Historic Randall Schoolhouse

You'll love this beautifully redone Historic One-room Schoolhouse. Situated on the edge of the Driftless area 5 miles from the Sugar River Trailhead. An easy 30 minutes to Monroe, Beloit & Janesville and just an hour outside Madison. Relax in comfort with all new appliances including a full kitchen, washer/dryer, dishwasher and fireplace. Fenced yard. Just a mile down the road from a working homestead where you can milk a cow, pet a goat, harvest fresh produce and eggs and so much more.

Downtown Condo, 5 blocks from Capital, Btn 2 Lakes

Entire first floor of a two story condo. Each floor has it's own private locked entrance. What you see in the pictures is all your space, NO SHARED SPACE. Great Downtown location. Grocery/Liquor store next door. 1 block from Sylvee (holds events/concerts), restaurants, Breeze Field (Holds events/concerts). 5 Blocks from the Capital/State Street/Overture Center/Orpheum Theatre/Majestic Theatre/Kohl Center/Monona Terrace Roof Top/Live on King St/Monona Terrace Convention Center.

Peaceful 2 BR/1 BA w/ patio, fireplace, pool table

• 1400 sq. ft. lower level suite • Private backyard with patio & gas fire pit • Two TVs • Electric Fireplace • Pool table • Stocked kitchenette w/ bar seating area • Workspace • Blackout shades and curtains • Onsite parking in the driveway for one vehicle • Ample street parking • 16-min drive to UW campus and downtown • 9-min drive to the airport • 6-min drive to shopping and restaurants • Extremely safe neighborhood • License No. LICHMD-2022-00079 • Zone Permit ZTRHP1-2022-00005