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Arbor House, An Environmental Inn
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  • Inn Details

    Arbor House, An Environmental Inn is one of Madison's oldest existing homes located across from the UW-Arboretum (1280 acres of nature). Originally built as a tavern and stagecoach stop, this 1800's landmark is evolving into a model for urban ecology. The Arbor House Annex is an award-winning structure housing a timber-framed great room and three incredible guest rooms. The inn is perfect for a business retreat or reunion with friends or family. Our gift certificates make wonderful gifts.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Young enthusiastic 'eco-preneurs'. We love to help guests enjoy Madison. Hiking, biking, canoeing, traveling, and cooking are some of our hobbies. were very helpful w/environmental building practices.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Urban Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Sustainable design

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Nature

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Ceiling fans

    • Fireplace

    • Radio

    • TV

    • Telephone

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • VCR

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Aveda and the body shop products in room, Gehl's iced cappuccino, environmental resource center

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    Nightly Rate

    $110 - $230

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00 pm    Check out: 11:00 am

    • Minimum stay: About ten weekends a year are special event weekends, 2 night min.

    • Deposit amount required: One night, highest rate of the stay, groups: 50%.

    • Cancellations: Any cancellation results in a $20 fee. Seven days prior notice recieves gift certificate. Less than 48 hours notice receives a forfeiture of deposit.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: please bring your own

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: Yes : with prior arrangements, and subject to availability.

    Discount type

    • Corporate(Sun-Thursday)
      Percent off: 15%

    • EXTENDED STAYS
      Percent off: 15% Days required: 5

    • Government (matched)
      Percent off: 20%

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:30-9:30

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining room, Breakfast Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Dessert

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    • Wine/Cheese Plate

    Signature Dish

    Matefims
    Matefims are French pancakes that are filled with ham, mushrooms, bacon and pineapple, then topped with Monterey Jack cheese. These pancakes might be served with baked polenta, rosemary popovers and fresh seasonal fruit.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Vegetarian

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  • Location Type

    • City

    City

    • Directions to property:
      I-94 to Hwy. 90, Exit 12118, Exit Seminole Hwy-right on Seminole, right on Nakoma, Nakoma turns into Monroe. Corner of Monroe and Copeland

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Lake

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Cave of the Mounds

    • Capitol Brewery

    • Spring Green Theatre

    • Frank Lloyd Wright Attrac.

    • Ski area

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Canoeing

    • Golfing

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Free canoeing (in season), bird watching

    • Shopping

    • Swimming

    • Tennis racket rental

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    Great location, great stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    We were dropping off our youngest daughter at UW-Madison and wanted to explore the Madison, Wisconsin Campus area. We wanted to bike around the beautiful city and our friends recommended Arbor House (http://www.arbor-house.com) as a great place to stay. Rooms were spacious, quiet, friendly staff, and a great location for upcoming Badger games and visits. You feel like family when you stay at Arbor House and would recommend again. The arboretum is directly across the street, and quaint shopping is just a few blocks away. This video captures everything we were looking for. Grret time and we will stay here again.

    Can't Say Enough!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    I stayed at the Arbor House for a Girlfriends' weekend away. We had a very clean room with excellent service. The smell of fresh baked brownies is what we arrived to. All the natural/organic products were a plus. The walks around the area were beautiful and it was always quiet/relaxing. The best part was how accommodating they were with my Gluten-Free diet. Not only was I able to enjoy the desserts, meals and snacks that the rest of the guests were able to eat, but the Gluten-Free version was absolutely delicious! My next visit to Madison will include a stay at the Arbor House. I thank them very much for the comfort and the service.

    urban oasis

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business

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    Spent three nights at Arbor House, an urban oasis not far from the University. Great walks in the area, beautiful rooms, a sauna, and attentive service.

    Thoroughly enjoyed it.

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Very much appreciated the bicycling facilities, excellent way to see around Madison. Lovely company at breakfast. Remarkably quiet despite proximity to main road. (visitors from Austalia).

    Food service needs some attention

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My husband and I stayed two nights for a couple's get away in June. We loved our room, the Inn, and the location. The only problem we encountered was at the cocktail hour and breakfast. There was never enough food, glasses or plates for the number of guests staying (around 8 each night). The guests who arrived a little later during the service were stuck hunting down someone to replenish the food and service items. Seems like they could either put out enough at the beginning or check back to see how it is going during the service instead of disappearing completely.

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