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winter at the inn
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What to do in Madison in Winter

winter at the inn

There’s always something to do in Madison in the winter and everyone loves a nature escape!   With all the animals on our property, nature escapes are a Speckled Hen Inn specialty, especially in the winter!  Lilly and her flock of sheep love the cold and are almost always out in the pasture no matter what the temperature.  The chickens, on the other hand, not so much!   Instead, our pampered speckled hens prefer to remain in their heated coop! Guests are the same way – some love it outdoors and want to explore.  But others love to watch nature from the cozy indoors  with a nice cup of warm cranberry rum punch!    So whether you can only take the cold
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Suites, Whirlpool Tubs, and Fireplaces, OH MY!

bathtub with bubble bath

How many lodging choices in Madison, WI do you know of that have suites that come with a whirlpool tub AND fireplace?   All 5 of our rooms and suites have fireplaces, 4 have jetted tubs, and 1 has a claw tub.  Not only do the rooms have a whirlpool tub and fireplace, but they also have king sized beds!  And there are many common spaces – like a theatre room, a guest galley kitchen, a game area, sitting rooms, balconies, a gazebo, and 20 beautiful acres outdoors to explore and enjoy!   Our suites are furnished with plush towels, bathrobes, and oh so comfy beds with luxurious linens that await after you have soaked your stresses away.    Top that off with a multi-course
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UW Basketball Gym
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Discounts, Fall, Fireplaces, Things to do in Madison, University of Wisconsin Madison, Whirlpool Tubs, Winter

UW Badger Basketball Schedule 2019-20

UW Basketball Gym

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  

World Dairy Expo Logo 2019
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2019 World Dairy Expo

World Dairy Expo Logo 2019

If you are attending the 2019 World Dairy Expo at the Alliance Center in Madison, WI from October 1-5, you’ll be looking for a place to stay!   Let The Speckled Hen Inn Bed and Breakfast pamper you to a farm to table breakfast each morning for a great start to your day.   From the dairy cattle shows, seminars and tours to the exhibitor hall and shopping opportunities, it’s an event you won’t want to miss!  But at the end of your busy day, you can look forward to coming back to our 20 acre country estate to enjoy the fall foliage with a glass of wine at the firepit or a stroll around the grounds.   You’ll then be able to retire to your luxurious suite complete
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Christmas Village
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Holiday Getaway through January 21 in Madison!

Christmas Village

Enjoy a Holiday Getaway in Madison, WI  The holidays can be so hectic trying to juggle work, kids, the house, and everything else that life throws at you.   Want to go somewhere that’s filled with the spirit of Christmas so that you can get into the spirit too?  A holiday getaway in Madison is just what you need! Do You Just Love Christmas?   Book a stay with us and you’ll definitely know it’s Christmas!   We offer a unique experience you won’t find at other lodging choices.  Christmas time should be magical and we love to provide a wonderful experience for our guests.  The Christmas Village is extensive and everyone loves the snowing tree.  And yes, it really does snow!   Through
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The 12 Day Trips of Christmas in Wisconsin 2018

Speckled Hen Inn in winter

The Speckled Hen Inn Bed and Breakfast in Madison has made the list of the 12 Day Trips of Christmas in Wisconsin!   Wisconsin is an amazing state and Madison is a great place to live, work and play.  For our out of state visitors, Madison is an all time favorite spot because there’s always something going on.  For those of you that love the outdoors, Madison offers ice skating, hiking, cross country skiing, ice fishing, and even miniature golf on the Lake!   And if you’re looking or something really unusual and adventurous to do, why not try The Speckled Hen Inn offers its guests complimentary snow shoes for trekking our 20 acres in search of deer, wild turkey, mink, fox, coyote, owls
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New Year's Eve Fireworks
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What to do on New Year’s Eve in Madison

New Year's Eve Fireworks

Thinking about what to do on New Year’s Eve in Madison this year?  Check out the various New Year’s Eve venues below and take advantage of a getaway special at the same time!  Whether bringing in the New Year means a night out on the town or a quiet evening in your suite, enjoying a jetted tub and fireplace with a glass of champagne are a great way to end the evening. New Year’s Eve Getaway Special The Speckled Hen Inn is offering a New Year’s Eve Getaway Special 2-night discount of 15%.  Just click on “special rates” when you’re booking your suite.  If you book 2 nights or more, you’ll also receive a complimentary bottle of wine or champagne.  In
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So close to home, and yet so far away…

Life got you a little stressed?  Whether it’s a getaway weekend or a StayCation,  The Speckled Hen Inn Bed and Breakfast may be just what you need!  Close to the city, yet feels like it’s a million miles away, our country estate has 20 acres to meander, relax, and just be.   Who can’t appreciate a white fenced serene pasture with sheep and llama grazing and frolicking or a myriad of wildlife making their appearances now and again.  Combine that with a symphony of birds serenading as you enjoy a good book, a stroll around the grounds, or a nap in the hammock, it’s an amazing escape.   The 5500 square foot inn provides plenty of space with a variety of leisure activity rooms to stretch out.  And suites that offer private balconies,
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