This review is not for the hotel portion of their operation but for their bar/catering. We…read moreattended a birthday party hosted in their first floor bar & parlor rooms (and their outside balcony). The spaces are gorgeous - the architectural detail of the rooms is beautiful. The waitress who served this group of 30-40 people did a fantastic job getting a thirsty group their drinks. She was super friendly and very helpful. The selection of both hot and cold appetizers was very tasty. The cocktails we had were top-notch and served in cut glassware. It was a high end affair. I would consider holding a similar event here (though I have no idea what the cost was...)

My husband and I were offering an adventure and he wanted to try Madison, Wisconsin for biking…read morearound the lakes and hiking. The weather was stunning and Mansion Hill Inn was a phenomenal choice. Every single concierge at the Inn were charming, delightful and accommodating. Our room was spectacular. The bed was wonderfully comfortable. Conversation with the several concierges was particularly enjoyable. The restaurants in Madison were truly incredible experiences. Each night we had the finest food. We were then off to our next adventure, to be cheerleaders for our son running in the Chicago marathon. What a delightful city you have, and Mansion Hill Inn is the premier bed-and-breakfast to choose. I wouldn't recommend any other location.

* Yes, the garden. It occupies 110% (not a typo) of both sides of the front walk. It's beautiful,…read morefragrant, and astonishing. Many plants (including robust, HUGE ones) that I can't recall seeing anywhere before (not even at Olbrich or Butchart gardens). If the weather during my stay hadn't been muggy much of the time, I would have spent time relaxing out there (e.g., on the porch swing), doing nothing at all. * The view. No, not even the best hosts in the world can take credit for that. Still, one must take that great, eternal, gorgeous Lake Mendota into consideration when deciding whether to stay here. * The housekeeper: Her sweetness and friendliness is worth mentioning, even though only a very small detail. * Parking: Not a problem for me. I suppose that, when the inn might be entirely full, and those who book all 7 rooms each have a car, then the loser of Musical Chairs on any given night (only 6 spots) will have to make sure to move their car by 10 am if they park in one of the two-hour spots on the street (as I opted to do the first night; no problem. And, although I forgot to check, I got the impression that some of East Gorham, along which the inn sits, MIGHT be unlimited parking.) ..................................... Well, the negatives are just too many and significant not to share . . . but I always give credit where credit is due (see above), and the hosts most assuredly love and take pride in their home and inn, and have only the best intentions, and probably believe that they're providing nothing but quality: * I booked the "Garden" Room -- as a single guest, and wanting the lowest price. Well, having now just revisited their website, shame on me (a little bit) for having assumed or thought that "lower level" meant the ground floor . . . and not the basement. Sure, "basement" isn't a very appealing word, but at least it would have amounted to something closer to truth in advertising. As another reviewer noted, the room is at the bottom of some challenging steps (at least, for me, at 71, with knee arthritis having recently deciding to enter a new and fun stage). Creaky steps. LOUD, creaky steps. (A sound that I also had to hear whenever the hosts and housekeeper were also presumably using them to get up and down occasionally. Oh, and I also really enjoyed the sound of floors creaking above me.) * As for those quotation marks: Folks, what one sees out the window of the "Garden" Room is, mostly, an ugly window well. (If you didn't grow up with, or have never seen, window wells and don't know what they are, look it up.) I did also see SOME flora . . . but only a few dregs of something or other, just visible at soil level, above said window well. * Breakfast: We put our choice of "custom" breakfast onto a slip that makes no mention of meat options. When I inquired, host David said, "Oh, we don't eat meat in this house" -- in the sort of "What could be more obvious or unimpeachable?" tone that sometimes gives us radical leftists a bad name. Well, among my many jobs as a young man was making TOFU. (As well, as, not long after, also making FUTONS. Must have been in my anagram phase.) So I know from vegetarianism. I understand and respect those who've made a solid commitment to it. Hurrah! Applause to you! Kudos. BUT IF "WE" NOT EATING MEAT ("IN THIS HOUSE") ACTUALLY MEANS "AND NEITHER WILL YOU", THEN FOR THE LOVE OF ALL THAT'S WHOLLY (unlike your disclosure) DISCLOSE THAT ON YOUR WEBSITE! (Sorry, guys, but "We offer options for vegetarian, gluten free and vegan diets" comes close, but alas, no cigar. This ain't horseshoes.) * Not quite done! The site says that breakfast is "served 7-10 am" . . . when in fact only the continental-style stuff (which, FYI isn't really any better than at any decent motel chain) is available during those hours. HOT food is only served 7:30 to 8:30. And, it's only two choices (which is fine), but it's only those SAME two choices EVERY DAY: (i) Waffle (blueberries/whipped cream optional); or (ii) A scrambled EGG (with spinach in it, if you like). That's egg. Singular. And, well, not quite as firm or fully done as one might like. (Note my under-statement. Much like the UNDER-cooking.) And "hash browns"? Limp, pale, soggy. * I had the waffle on my final morning -- good, but mine was only a complete breakfast because I included ham that I'd made a point of buying at a supermarket, and kept in my room fridge. (I also had it on day two, along with a lovely sticky bun I'd also bought elsewhere). * The Phantom Host model is really only appropriate for the Airbnb crowd; not so much for a true B&B. OK, so this place is "hybrid" -- but at least come by, during the advertised breakfast hours, to the extent of checking to see that things like the half and half, and COFFEE, haven't run out! One shouldn't have to dig out their cell phone (mine isn't grafted onto my hand permanently) to call the hosts. Thus, only the one star, notwithstanding the best of intentions.

The rooms are cute and spacious, and the writing theme sparks a creative sensibility.read more

We enjoyed a delightful stay at Springdale Inn after touring Taliesen at Spring Green and before…read morereturning the next day for a performance at the American Players Theater. We enjoyed some beautiful back country roads coming and going and it was well worth the 35-minute drive to spend the night in a place of comfort and peace. Springdale Inn has a welcoming and helpful host. The room and the bed were comfortable with wonderful linens. The bathroom was beautifully clean and modern also with luxurious towels. The inn is a story in green design which the owner can describe in fine detail for those who may want to replicate. Morning was leisurely with a wonderful breakfast on the deck overlooking native prairie. Birds and butterflies were a joy to behold. We enjoyed conversation with two other couples while being served by the host and an assistant. The food featuring fresh fruit, yogurt with local honey, crisp bacon, and crepes topped with Door County cherries was delicious. Plenty of great coffee was also appreciated. This country Inn is a delight for anyone who enjoys nature and clean on comfortable accommodations.

Overall the hotel is nice and new-ish. It's modern and fun…read more At the front desk they have complimentary pretzels and m&ms. There's also free coffee/ tea in the morning and a drinking water station. Snacks and ramen etc are for purchase. The lobby area has plenty of seating and sofas, fireplaces, foosball, etc.. I happened to be at the bar on Tuesday night where they have Trivia. I talked to one of the locals that goes there weekly to play for cash prizes! Nice vibe. They told me that the hotel rooms are European style with no closet. It was hard to get used to but I made it work and hung my clothes on the hooks and hangers provided on the wall. Oh and my room window had a cow that looked into the Google office space. Ha My TV worked great and had good cable tv options. I used the cute little lantern as a night light when I went to sleep. The bathroom was super clean and I liked the aesthetic of the black shower head hardware with the white tiles. Beds and linen were comfy but I felt like the modern vibe had me in IKEA versus a true Marriott or St Regis feeling of a traditional hotel. In other words this hotel doesn't have 700 count Egyptian cotton linen. No complaints about noise or pests or dirt. Very comfortable stay with a good night sleep. Overall I was very happy!

I stopped by this bar recently and had a pretty mixed experience. The atmosphere is honestly the…read morebest part as it has a fun energy and a lively vibe that makes it feel unique. Bartenders don't seem to be able to make any drink drinks, but the one on the menu. The drinks were okay, but not anything special for the price, and the food was low quality with items being lukewarm warm and tasting like they were made in the microwave. The staff wasn't particularly friendly, though not outright rude. It's not a terrible spot if you're just passing through, but I probably wouldn't make a special trip back. And if you're in the area for a concert, there are other local bars that are better.

Amazing stay in a beautiful place. There was only one other couple staying both nights so it felt…read morelike we had the entire house to ourselves. Even through only two bookings, the hosts put out a full spread of breakfast goodies and surprisingly great coffee. Super clean and the self check-in could not have been easier. Loved the history to this building. This will always be our place when we return to Madison.

Cute! Fun location, could see the lake from your room. Comfy and cozy. Would stay again.read more

Chose to stay at the Heritage Inn while visiting Waterloo for the Trek 100 ride (Trek 50 edition)…read more Watertown is on our way from Chicago and puts us closer to Waterloo than from Madison which would have been a farther trip for us. Manager on duty answered my call on check in day to confirm we had a 1st floor room (rolling in bikes) and give us an orientation when we checked in. Took care of getting me a replacement light bulb for one on the fritz. For $120 a night (no minimum stay), we got a fireplace suite double queen. Didn't test the fireplace but it had a serviceable coffee table, couch seating for three (no sofabed) and also a separate desk to work at. Fridge and freezer included. I forgot that there was vending in the building and Hardee's across the street closes at 10 p.m.! Beds were comfortable and shower was efficient. Inside/outside sinks make it easier for folks to get ready. Relaxed - did not test TV for streaming. Wifi was fine. Sorry no photo! No frills inn - so lobby is small for seating, so some folks hung out outside to enjoy the great Friday evening. Folks are friendly enough...don't get nervous and think it is nefarious loitering...not your town. Evening was quiet - slept well to sunrise.

Don't stay at this hotel. It's a dump. I upgraded my room and the one that was given to me had a…read morefoul smell and it did not meet the basic standards of cleanliness. Toilet bowl with brown rim, hair on the floor of the bathroom. Just disgusting!

Wife and I had the honor of being the first guest to stay here when we were in town for over…read moreFathers Day weekend 15th of June. Very spacious and comfortable. Wife loved how everything thing was decorated and laid out. With the open floor plan the living room area flowed into the kitchen area. Just off the kitchen was the bedroom and spacious bathroom with shower. Being right downtown it was very quiet and got a great nights sleep. Within walking distance to everything downtown from breakfast thru dinner.

Extremely impressed with this new boutique hotel. Modern, up-to-date, clean and in town. Wireless…read morecharger next to bed was a nice touch. The memory foam bed was super comfortable for us and we both have bad backs. WiFi was fast. Will definitely stay her again.

Great place! Stopped in and did a flight of wines…read more Great location, outdoors was beautiful and outdoor seating was pleasant and plentiful. The scenery with the grape vines instilled in the background was very pretty. Staff was very accommodating and resourceful when we had questions. Ended up taking a Wauna Blush and a La Crescent home with us. Definitely worth stopping!

Very cute winery. Attended a baby shower there, and the space was too tight for the number of…read morepeople that were invited but it was definitely cozy otherwise. Flatbread pizzas were yummy and the bartenders did a great job keeping up with the onslaught of people. The two wines I had were just okay, but that definitely won't stop me from trying again.