In the heart of one of Madison's most desirable neighborhoods, The Pink Acorn offers a cozy retreat with colorful vintage touches. Take a spin on the provided bikes along Lake Monona, relax at nearby Schluter Beach or explore downtown Madison just 15 minutes away. Enjoy Netflix and Hulu on our smart TV or sign in to your favorite apps.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 479 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Near DT Madison - One Block from Lake Monona & Lake Loop Bike Path
Experience the best of Wisconsin’s Capital City in this newly remodeled 1930's bungalow in one of Madison’s most desirable neighborhoods.
Rent a BCycle e-bike and take it for a spin on the famous 13-mile Lake Loop, just steps from our front door. Splash in Lake Monona at nearby Schluter Beach. Treat yourself to an ice cream cone at the retro ice cream parlor. When you're ready to shop or hit the farmer's market, downtown Madison is an easy 15-minute drive.
The Pink Acorn is a cozy, 850 square-foot bungalow in a quiet and eclectic, family-friendly neighborhood. Well appointed, with colorful vintage touches throughout. Located one block from Lake Monona and the Lake Loop bike path, which offers unbeatable views of the Madison skyline. You may rent BCycle electric bikes at Schluter Beach, a short 2-minute walk away. A perfect stay for couples, friends, and business travelers. Our house is not child-proofed and may not be safe for small children.
Conveniently located: ~5 miles to downtown Madison/Capitol Square (Farmers Market, Madison Marathon, Ironman) ~5 miles to Alliant Energy Center & Coliseum (CrossFit Games, World Dairy Expo) ~2 miles to Olbrich Botanical Gardens ~6 miles to airport ~4 miles to Beltline Hwy ~19 miles to Epic ~7 miles to Kohl Center ~8 miles to Camp Randall Stadium
Our fully stocked kitchen features stainless steel, Energy Star appliances: refrigerator/freezer, gas stove, microwave and dishwasher. There is a Keurig coffee maker with complementary San Francisco Bay Dark Roast compostable coffee pods, along with packets of powdered Coffee-mate non-dairy creamer, sugar and stevia. A French press is available if you prefer to bring your own coffee ground. We also provide an assortment of flavored teas and Swiss Miss hot chocolate.
The bedrooms have comfortable memory foam hybrid mattresses, with high thread-count microfiber sheets and luxurious Beckham Hotel Collection pillows. USB chargers are located at each bedside.
For business travelers and those working from home, the twin bedroom offers a stylish retro school desk and chair. There is also a tulip table in the dining room where you can conveniently set up your workspace.
We use eco-friendly Seventh Generation cleaning products, Dropps laundry and dishwashing detergent, and bamboo toilet paper and paper towels. Our bath towels are 100% Turkish cotton, and we also provide beach towels.
Our 50” smart TV has Netflix, Hulu, and Discovery+. Feel free to sign in on any other apps with your own account. We DO NOT have cable, but we do have an antenna that picks up basic stations like ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX.
Free parking in our newly paved driveway.
Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your stay better, and alert us immediately if you have any problems.
*Other things to note:
-There are six steps leading up to the front door, and a steep and narrow staircase that leads to the basement where laundry is located. Other than that, the living space is one level.
-Please be mindful to turn off lights and lock doors and windows when leaving.
-Please reuse bath towels more than once when possible. Towel hooks are located in the bathroom for your convenience.
-Please clear out the refrigerator of your food items upon checkout. Checkout is at 11am and no later, as we need ample time to thoroughly clean before our next guests arrive.
-While The Pink Acorn has been newly remodeled, it is nearly 100 years old, so please keep in mind that it is not new construction.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Bicycles
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No drugs or smoking. This includes vaping.
Please be respectful of our lovely neighbors and their families. Quiet hours are 9pm during the week and 10pm during the weekend.
No lit candles.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
About the neighborhood
Monona, a neighborhood in Madison, is home to this vacation home. Barrymore Theatre and The Sylvee are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Madison Children's Museum and Yahara Hills Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Alliant Energy Center or Camp Randall Stadium. Visit our Madison travel guide
Is Near DT Madison - One Block from Lake Monona & Lake Loop Bike Path pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Near DT Madison - One Block from Lake Monona & Lake Loop Bike Path?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Near DT Madison - One Block from Lake Monona & Lake Loop Bike Path?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Near DT Madison - One Block from Lake Monona & Lake Loop Bike Path located?
Located in Monona, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Winnequah Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Aldo Leopold Nature Center and Olbrich Botanical Gardens. Monona Dog Park and Barrymore Theatre are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Near DT Madison - One Block from Lake Monona & Lake Loop Bike Path Reviews
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The property was perfect for our stay while visiting UW Madison. The beds, pillows and linens were very comfortable. Being notified that we could check in early was a wonderful surprise. The gift bag with the waters, chocolates and note was a nice touch. I would not hesitate to stay here again or recommend.
This house is decorated well, has comfy beds and linens, offers a well-equipped kitchen, and is in a quiet, peaceful setting. Highly recommend and would stay there again.
We wanted a budget-friendly property near Madison to do our first getaway as a little family. Clean house with comfortable beds and nice kitchen. The real fun is outside along the lake!
Had a great stay. The place was set up with everything we needed. The owner had clearly gone out of her way to make sure we felt welcome and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Perfect size house for us three ladies. Super clean and nicely renovated with fun vintage decor! Cute, quiet neighborhood. Short walk to the beach and ice cream shop. Nummy! Kelly was an excellent host. I would definitely recommend staying here! :)
This is our second visit to the property and are pleased to say high standards have been maintained. The property is comfortable and very clean. We also like the location. Would certainly return.
Kelly’s home was sweet, charming, and very comfortable for the three of us. Communication was easy. Kelly was flexible about our plans and very way to deal with. The neighborhood was friendly and welcoming. Would definitely stay there again.
We were delighted with the property, very well located for access all around Madison. It was well equipped, comfortable and everything in good working order. Also very nice to arrive at a clean property and communication with owner couldn’t be bettered. We look forward to our return.
John and Stephanie
Kelly has a sweet little home that has wonderful vintage touches. It brought so many good feelings of growing up. Kelly was very welcoming and easy to communicate with. She left us a nice little goodie bag and a note for us. The place was clean and cozy. We enjoyed our stay immensely.
Great little find in a quiet neighborhood near the lake. Fun theme inside, clean, and all the basic kitchen and bath goodies to help make the weekend easy and relaxing. Such a different feel than our traditional hotel room when visiting. Will definitely look to see if available when we come back to visit. Great host communication!
Very cute small house. Great character with all the vintage 50s & 60s design. 2 bedrooms with comfortable beds. Updated bathroom & kitchen. Great location in Monona. Kelly was very helpful & nice to talk to when I had trouble with getting info from the app. If you love historic houses you’ll get a kick out of this one!
Our stay at the Pink Acorn was amazing! Kelly truly makes her guests feel welcome. She left a sweet note and lovely treats. The house is stocked with everything you need and was exceptionally clean. The beds are super comfortable and have nice cozy blankets. Am added bonus was seeing rabbits and chipmunks in the backyard. Kelly leaves directions to walk to the beach around the corner and it’s a must do…and make sure to grab some ice cream at the shop across from the park.
This place is - hands down - a total gem! Every detail throughout the home and our overall experience reveals the passion the host, Kelly, has for hospitality, home decorating and making memories! Charming, clean, fully equipped with everything a home-away-home needs, super friendly and welcoming neighbors, easy walk to the water. There were 4 of us and it was perfect for our 4 day stay! Very grateful for this property and host! Again - hands down a 5 STAR stay!! Madison is a total gem of a city, too!!! Wonderful vacation!! Couldn’t ask for anything more!!