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New Year's Eve
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New Year’s Eve Getaway Special

New Year's Eve

Thinking about New Year’s Eve?  Madison always has something happening and since New Year’s Eve is on a Tuesday this year, that could mean extra days off from work for you to celebrate!  The Speckled Hen Inn Bed and Breakfast is offering a NYE 2-night discount of 15%  and if you book 2 nights or more, you’ll also receive a complimentary bottle of wine or champagne.  And we’ll be providing our signature multi- course breakfast the entire 6 day  weekend (Friday through Wednesday) so hurry and BOOK NOW before it’s too late!

Francis F Coppola Chardonnay in a Can
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Wine in a Can?

Francis F Coppola Chardonnay in a Can

When you mention wine in a can to people it can create some interesting facial expressions and when our wine broker introduced the various choices, I have to admit I was hesitant.  But after trying it, I was really surprised and thought maybe it would be something new and fun to try at The Speckled Hen Inn!   While we had some choices, we finally settled on Francis F. Coppola California Vineyards Chardonnay – mostly because of the quality and taste – especially for the price.   Some of our guests would like to have wine but can’t drink a whole bottle so a smaller quantity of wine in a can that provides 2 glasses was a nice compromise.  And if it
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UW Madison Football Home Game Schedule 2019

UW Madison Bucky Badger

  One of the things to love about Wisconsin is the state pride of our residents – GO BADGERS!  Sports Illustrated just named Madison, WI the #1 College Town in America! Book a stay at The Speckled Hen Inn and prepare to be pampered while you’re here rooting for your favorite team.   And YES – we’re friendly to ALL fans – not just Badgers – it’s all great fun at the breakfast table!   Review rooms and reserve HERE!       Badger Home Game Football Schedule for 2019: Saturday, September 7 Central Michigan at Home Saturday, September 21 Michigan at Home Saturday, September 28 Northwestern at Home Saturday, October 5 Kent State at Home Saturday, October 12 Michigan State at Home Saturday, November 9
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Infusion Chocolates are Here!

The Speckled Hen Inn has partnered with Infusion Chocolates of Madison to bring you the most luscious, hand painted edible fine art you’ll find anywhere.  These beautiful chocolate truffels promise to woo even the most discriminating palette and are now available in our Romance Package which is accompanied by a bottle of chilled sparkling bubbly!   Ann Culligan, proprietor of Infusion Chocolates of Madison, and Chocolatier Extraordinaire, chooses the chocolates for each box of 4 included in the Romance Package, but if you give us a week’s notice, we’ll let you choose your own and add on more if you like for an additional charge.  Scroll down for their complete menu!   Caribbean Fire 70% Ecuadorian dark chocolate surrounds a fiery center
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We Support Local!

The Speckled Hen Inn is a working farm, producing over 35 fruits and vegetables for it’s farm to table multi-course breakfast experience. We believe in supporting local and have formed partnerships with various local family owned businesses because relationships matter.  We’re just a mom and pop small business ourselves, but we know that every dollar spent locally helps our partners thrive.  Gentle Breeze Honey is one of those special local partners and we not only use a lot of their honey in our unique farm to table breakfast creations, but we sell it as well!  You can find Gentle Breeze Honey in most local grocery stores, at the Dane County Farmer’s Market, and at The Speckled Hen Inn!

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UW Badger Basketball Schedule 2019-20

UW Basketball

Badger Basketball is almost here!  If you’re a fan coming to town for a game, add on a stay with us at The Speckled Hen Inn at lower Winter Season Rates!   Home Game Schedule for the Season: November 1 – UW LaCrosse November 8 – E. Illinois November 13 – McNeese State November 17 – Marquette November 21 – UW Green Bay December 7 – Indiana December 21 – Milwaukee December 31 – Rider January 8 – Illinois January 14 – Maryland January 21 – Nebraska February 1 – Michigan State February 9 – Ohio State February 18 – Purdue February 23 – Rutgers March 1 – Minnesota March 4 – Northwestern  

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UW Madison Family Weekend Oct 18-20 2019!

Coming to Madison, WI for the University of Wisconsin Parent’s Weekend?  It’s a great opportunity to stay at with us at The Speckled Hen Inn!   We’ve been called the best kept secret in Madison – the hidden little jewel of a country estate in the City.  It’s also a great opportunity to invite your student to our farm to table breakfast while you’re here.   Breakfast at The Hen isn’t just a meal, it’s a multi-course experience – just read the reviews.  Book a stay now!

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Last Minute Deals

Jetted Tubs

If you’ve always wanted to visit or maybe you want to return – now there’s an incentive – Last Minute Deals!   You can either call us directly at (608) 244-9368 or click on BOOK ONLINE.  Click on Special Rates and if you find in the upcoming week that we still have openings, click on the date(s) and suite of your preference.  For availability 1&2 days ahead, you will have to call as it will not show on the reservation calendar.   These Last Minute Deal incentives are only available up to 5 days in advance each week so when you see availability, you’ll want to move quickly!   But it might just be the incentive you need to get away – maybe for 2 nights this time.
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Booking Direct on our Website $aves

The Speckled Hen Inn

Yes, it’s true.  We know your time is precious – when you Google and are scrolling through places to stay you want to just click and book.  But WAIT!  If you like what you see but it’s telling you there are no rooms available, CHECK OUR WEBSITE AVAILABILITY CALENDAR  first! It may mean we just don’t want to pay the commissions.  When you book using an OTA (online travel agency) booking engine, you may be relying on information which may or may not be true.  By booking direct, you will see special offers, last minute deals, and most importantly, real-time availability and the lowest pricing.