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Close to USC & Ft Jackson; Walk to Paved Riverwalk Trail, Cafes & Pubs

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Surrounded by Shad Trees
Granite bar with 4 sears, shiplap greets you as you enter four power recliners
Queen Guest Bedroom
King Master with 43" TV and recliner
Your Coffee Station Awaits You

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near South Carolina State Museum
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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West Columbia, SC
  • Place, West Columbia Riverwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, South Carolina State Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, EdVenture Children's Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Full

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Jax & Jill

Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Close to USC & Ft Jackson; Walk to Paved Riverwalk Trail, Cafes & Pubs

✪ In the center of West Columbia lies a charming two-bedroom house, providing a warm and welcoming haven for your upcoming trip.. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, microwave, coffee maker, blender, toaster, and an ice maker, allowing you to easily prepare delicious meals. The 1.5 bathrooms provide all the essentials, including towels, basic soaps, and a hair dryer, ensuring your comfort throughout your stay. Whether you're looking to relax or explore the local area, our vacation home has it all. Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, a smart TV with satellite/cable channels, and a stereo system for your entertainment. Unwind in the living room or step out onto the balcony and soak in the peaceful atmosphere. For those who enjoy staying active, the walking trail is a block away. .\n\nThe property's prime location puts you just a 3-minute drive from the University of South Carolina, a 6-minute drive from Williams Brice Stadium, and a 9-minute drive from the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, allowing you to easily explore the top attractions in the area. With a washing machine and dryer on-site, you can pack light and enjoy a hassle-free vacation, with a fully fenced private backyard.

Come and experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and adventure at our West Columbia vacation home.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
No weddings allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING ALLOWED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
No smoking, parties, or pets on furniture. 25+ to book. Driveway/street parking. Report issues to host before reviews. Essentials for 3 nights.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1723342
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No weddings allowed
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

West Columbia

Located in West Columbia, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. Williams Brice Stadium and North Carolina Mutual Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and EdVenture Children's Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colonial Life Arena or Founders Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking.
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West Columbia, SC

What's nearby

  • West Columbia Riverwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South Carolina State Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • EdVenture Children's Museum - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • University of South Carolina - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 2 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bierkeller Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Lizard's Thicket - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Close to USC & Ft Jackson; Walk to Paved Riverwalk Trail, Cafes & Pubs pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Close to USC & Ft Jackson; Walk to Paved Riverwalk Trail, Cafes & Pubs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close to USC & Ft Jackson; Walk to Paved Riverwalk Trail, Cafes & Pubs?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Close to USC & Ft Jackson; Walk to Paved Riverwalk Trail, Cafes & Pubs located?

Located in the heart of West Columbia, this vacation home is steps from Three Rivers Greenway and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from University of South Carolina. West Columbia Riverwalk and South Carolina State Museum are also within 15 minutes. Columbia Station is 24 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in West Columbia

Very clean home located just a block over from the Main Street in West Columbia. Close to good restaurants and trails along the river. Check-in was as easy as possible.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 10, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again soon.
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8/10 Good

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to excellent restaurants and walking trail

The inside of the home was clean and comfortable. It was an extremely quick walk to get to bars and restaurants. There was a walking trail along the river within ~ 3 short blocks. I don't recommend that trail for biking. This is a neighborhood in the midst of a revival, so there is inconsistency in the maintenance levels from one home to the next. There was road construction during my stay, so I wasn't able to enjoy the porches, but they were attractive. The heated seat / bidet toilet was a great surprise. Brian was a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Christmas in Carolina

We had such a good experience at this property and with Brian. We needed a place to gather for the holidays because our family has been in a hotel the last 6 months while their home is being repaired from flooding. Having a comfy homey space to spend time with everyone during the holidays was a true gift. We happened to be visiting during the unusual cold snap and the pipes froze overnight on Christmas Eve. When we reached out, Brian was incredibly responsive and went out of his way to make sure we were taken care of with hot running water within a few hours. It may sound dramatic but it really was a Christmas miracles and my whole family was so grateful! Great property run by great owners!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 10, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

We totally enjoyed our stay. Your home is in a great location and the history of the area is so interesting. Everything was just as described and communication with the owner was so easy. We hope to come back sooner than later.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place

Everything was great! Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and convenient property

Walkable distance to small shops, river walk and brewery. Home was clean and updated. Owner was very responsive to any emails that I sent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bartlett C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just right

Our visit to this property worked out very well for our family and our puppies. Would definitely recommend for anyone visiting the Columbia area. The beds were very comfortable and the cottage was very clean. The house was stocked with anything a guest might need.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lisa J.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Canceled at last minute

There were pests and they had to cancel our reservation the night before. Glad they communicated with us as soon as they could but a bit of a panic for us as we scrambled to find another place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding customer service

Brian was so gracious to work with, great communication and taking the time to check in on us after we arrived. We were pleased with the personalized welcome sign and thoughtful gesture. The location is great for experiencing local fare (walking distance), the house is clean, and Brian will make sure his rental meets your expectations! I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

West Columbia, SC

This house is two blocks from bars and restaurants. A short drive to downtown Columbia, the zoo, and museums. Location is definitely the main thing this property has going for it. Very comfy beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANN G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location and beautiful home

We rented the house to visit our daughter at University of South Carolina. I wanted access to kitchen to cook for my daughter and her roommates, and to prepare for tailgating for the game. House was newly remodeled, very comfortable, and nicely decorated. House came with bedding and towels, so one less thing to pack. Location close to stadium, campus and downtown. Walking distance to brewery and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Nice property in a good location with bars, restaurants, coffee and nature all within walking distance. Near the university too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

College Visit

Loved the house, it was the perfect size for me and my two college aged kids. I came to town to visit them and we all had a great time in the house. It had everything we needed and was just about the coziest place we have ever stayed. We were able to walk to many restaurants. The bidet in the upstairs bathroom was quite the hit. As my kids have never seen one much less use one it was quite the event when it did get used. I have been told it was a "life changing experience". The house was very close to the USC campus and any store you could possibly need was within a few mins drive. I would highly recommend this house and will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very nice

Very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, comfortable, convenient

We moved our children into the University of South Carolina and wanted to stay in a house instead of a hotel during this time. This property was perfect location and met all our needs! The beds are very comfortable and we love the reclining chairs in the family room. Brian was a fantastic host And answered any of our questions in a timely manner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th of July in Columbia

We had a very enjoyable 5 day visit to Columbia. The house was comfortable, good AC and ceiling fans, excellent recliner chairs and couch, very comfortable beds. The host was accessible, quick to answer texts when we had a question. There are 2 supermarkets 5 minutes away, very helpful as we ate most of our meals in the house. We would stay here again, if available, on another visit to Columbia.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Miller vaca

Thank you house was great very relaxing and comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Book it now!!

We stayed at this lovely house for our daughter's graduation from the University of South Carolina. The place is so clean and nice and in a wonderful location. My husband and I took a nice run on the River Walk. The house is a block away from Casey which is an adorable town with a few cool shops and a great brewery. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter Visit

Property was very clean. Super comfortable living room furniture and beds. Within walking distance to several great restaurants. Owner was very responsive to any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean and comfortable

We enjoyed our stay. The house is very nice. The owners are mailing a forgotten item to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Conveniently located cozy house!

Great hosts- very straight forward check in with little communication needed. Clean, cozy, and lovely place that is in an excellent location for walking to shops/park/river walk/etc! My crew and I especially enjoyed the outdoor porch- great for shared meals!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Willie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!!!!!!!!! This Place is More Comfortable Than Home!!!

Bathrooms are amazing...bidet seat in master bath is worth the price of admission!!! House is SOOOO cute. The deck out back is massive....you could pitch 5 tents out there. As you enter the house, a shiplap accent is incredibly inviting. There are a few things things that are WIP...but very minimal.... Granite dining table, leather couches, party lights on the huge deck....we can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location !

The inside is decorated for luxury comfort and well spaced. The location is ideal for all events in Columbia, I rented it for family to stay close by me. They can't stop talking about its convenient location and comfort. The deck is going to be a reason to comeback! You can walk to the Gervais street amphitheater and enjoy all the summer activities and concerts. It was clean and easy off street parking. Very easy uber ride to anywhere downtown, for social or school events at USC. My family will definitely be returning!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

About the host

Hosted by Brian Knotts

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Retired Electrical and Computer engineer......worked for Intel and NCR.
Been renovating homes for many years....really enjoy seeing old dilapidated houses turn into something modern and enjoyable again. Wife is an interior decorator and we teamed up on this renovation....and brought both of our talents to bring you a house we think you will really enjoy. Cheers.

Why they chose this property

Bought this house from my son as a wholesale deal. He convinced me it was a great VRBO/Airbnb home....and boy was he is right. It turned out fabulous.....and in a GREAT location!!

What makes this property unique

Location … Location … Location … steps to fabulous paved riverwalk.
120 year old house made into a modern home with the new amenities .....heated bidet toilet seat!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Italian Travertine bath tile.

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