Rare opportunity to rent a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with 50 feet of Lake Mendota shoreline in Madison's coveted Spring Harbor neighborhood, just steps from Blackhawk Country Club. Enjoy private access to the full lakefront area, including kayak and canoe storage, a 60-foot pier and space for two boat lifts. The home features a 450 sq. ft. wrap-around porch with a wall of windows facing the lake, plus an elevated outdoor patio just feet from the water-perfect for dining, reading or relaxing. The lower level includes an enclosed storage area ideal for bikes, skis, paddle boards, fishing gear and more. The property spans a quarter acre with both a large front and backyard and a flat grassy lakeside area ideal for picnics or BBQs. Inside, enjoy lake views from the open kitchen, living room, dining room and two lake-facing bedrooms. Features include: Original hardwood floors. New paint and modern fixtures. Wood-burning fireplace. Central heating and cooling (hvac) In-unit washer and dryer. 2-car garage plus off-street parking. Washer/Dryer, Panoramic Lake Views, Central Heating & Air Conditioning (hvac), Wood-burning Fireplace, Two-car Garage + Off-street Parking, Original Hardwood Floors, Recently Updated Fixtures & Paint, Unfurnished (Furnishing Available Upon Request), Lake Mendota Shoreline Access (50 feet), 60-foot Pier with Boat Lift Space, Kayak / Canoe Storage, Paddleboard / Fishing Gear Storage, Elevated Lakeside Patio for Dining & Relaxation, 450 sq. Wraparound Porch with Lake Views, Private Front and Backyard (0.... 25 acres), Flat Lawn Area for Picnics & BBQs, Shared Lakefront with Adjacent Property, Huge Enclosed Storage for Outdoor Gear, Near Blackhawk Country Club, Walkable to schools, Walkable to Hilldale, Walkable to Whole Foods, Easy Bike Commute to UW Campus, Easy Bike Commute to Hospital & Easy Bike Commute to Capitol. Dogs Allowed.
RentalSource last checked: July 17, 2025 at 10:59 AM ET
House for rent in Madison for $5,800 with 3 beds, 1.5 baths, 1,969 sqft, pet friendly and located at 5026 Lake Mendota Dr in Madison, WI 53705. The rental price of $5,800 is 130.3% ($3,282) higher than the average rent of $2,518 for a 3 bedroom house in Madison, WI and 130.1% ($3,279) higher than the average rent of $2,521 for a 3 bedroom house in Dane County. 5026 Lake Mendota Dr was advertised by Voyageur Extended Stays on June 2, 2025 at 9:28 AM ET, last updated on July 1, 2025 at 3:50 PM ET and last checked today at 10:59 AM ET.
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