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East End River Retreat: Dogs Welcome!

Entire home in Madison, IN

4 guests·2 bedrooms·1.5 bathrooms
5.0 · 2 reviews

Property details

Walk Across Ohio River | Perks for Pups | Golf Cart | Coffee & Tea Station

Historic sights, good eats, and outdoor fun on the Ohio River await when you stay at this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath vacation rental in historic Madison, designated as one of the best small cities in America. The cozy bungalow comes with everyday essentials, including a full kitchen, dedicated workspace, and fenced yard for fur babies. Ready to explore? Madison has 133 blocks of local shops, cafes, restaurants, and more!

The space
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa

INDOOR LIVING
- 3 Smart TVs, DVD players, DVDs
- Board games, puzzles, books, CD player, CDs
- Electric fireplace
- Dining table
- Work desk (bedroom 1)
- Portable desk

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Covered back patio, outdoor dining set
- Fenced-in yard (15'x40')
- Front porch w/ 2 chairs
- Golf cart (waiver required)

KITCHEN
- Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
- Keurig coffee maker, coffee & tea, flavored syrups, cream & sugar, mugs & to-go cups
- Spices, toaster, blender, Crockpot, air fryer
- Cooking & baking basics, dishware & flatware, trash bags & paper towels

GENERAL
- Central A/C, gas heating
- Towels & linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, lap blankets
- Washer & dryer, iron & board, hangers
- One-medium sized dog crate, dog dishes, pet throw blankets, waste bags, welcome treat
- Free WiFi, keyless entry

FAQ
- 3 exterior security cameras (facing out)
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, 3 steps down to walkway + 1 additional step to enter
- 1 interior step to access primary bedroom, bathroom & laundry room
- Uneven flooring in entryway

PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles, behind property)
- Free street parking
- Free public parking throughout the city

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property via keyless entry

Other things to note
- No smoking or vaping
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 2 max)
- Please crate dogs when left alone at the house. One medium-sized crate will be provided
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- The main point of entry is a side entrance which may be accessed from the front or rear of the property
- The designated parking spaces are located at the rear of the property. There are 3 steps down to the paved walkway leading to the side entrance of the house. There is 1 step down halfway to the door on the sidewalk. There is a ramp (leading past the golf cart) that may be used to avoid the 4 steps, but you will walk through large gravel in the yard
- There is 1 interior step required to reach the primary bedroom, full bathroom, and laundry room. Inside the main entry, there is a cellar door covered by a rug that may cause guests to feel a slight give in the flooring, which is normal for the house
- A waiver is required prior to using the golf cart
- Please note that the full bathroom can only be accessed through bedroom 1
- Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is on the front door facing the street. Camera 2 is a doorbell camera on the main door facing the exterior entry. Camera 3 is on the back corner of the house facing the parking pad. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video when activated by motion

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 queen Bed

Living room

1 sofa Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Free parking on premises

    Free parking on premises

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Central air conditioning

    Central air conditioning

  • Central heating

    Central heating

  • Pets allowed

    Pets allowed

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

Guest reviews

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Nicole

Absolutely Perfect Stay!

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May 2025

The cottage is incredibly cute and cozy, with thoughtful decor that makes you feel right at home. Every inch of the space is comfortable and immaculately clean. The location couldn’t be better. Just a short walk to uptown Madison, full of shops, restaurants, and historic sights. But the real treat? The golf cart! It was such a fun and unique way to explore the town. Definitely a big highlight of our stay. The hosts truly thought of everything. The cottage was stocked with every amenity you could possibly need, from kitchen essentials and fluffy towels to extra blankets and even local guides and recommendations. We were especially grateful for the individually packaged cold medications they had tucked away. When I wasn't feeling so good, it was great to have them on hand without having to make a late-night run to the pharmacy. We’ve stayed in a lot of vacation rentals over the years, but this one stands out as one of the best. We didn’t want for a single thing during our visit. Highly, highly recommend!

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Brenda

girls weekend

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February 2025

So many, carefully selected details to make our stay enjoyable at your place.

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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