Charming cottage in great neighborhood...close to downtown, fort and university

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4742.7 sq ft

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Parking available
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

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Columbia, SC

Fort Jackson
‪5 min drive‬
University of South Carolina
‪8 min drive‬
Williams Brice Stadium
‪10 min drive‬
Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

About this property

Located in a great neighborhood area that is convenient to downtown, this 700+ square foot cottage is a great place to stay for University of South Carolina visits, business and leisure. The decor is eclectic with items of interest that will make you feel as if you are a character in a romance novel. It is convenient to Columbia’s universities, nightlife, restaurants, shopping and arts.

License number
BL000844-05-2021

Property manager

Venoa Joan Marshall

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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

The cottage is small.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking in the cottage will result in loss of deposit.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Columbia

Located in Columbia, this cottage is in the city centre. Williams Brice Stadium and Millwood Plantation Ruins are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and Palmetto Falls Water Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Charlie W. Johnson Stadium or Eugene E. Stone III Stadium. Water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

Columbia, SC

What's nearby

Fort Jackson - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Benedict College - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
University of South Carolina - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
Colonial Life Arena - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
Williams Brice Stadium - 10 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

Columbia Station - 14 min drive
Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bad Daddys Burger Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬3 min drive
‪Zaxby's - ‬15 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
‪Midwood Smokehouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage in great neighborhood...close to downtown, fort and university pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage in great neighborhood...close to downtown, fort and university?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage in great neighborhood...close to downtown, fort and university?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage in great neighborhood...close to downtown, fort and university located?

Located in the heart of Columbia, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Millwood Plantation Ruins and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Fort Jackson. Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and William Jennings Bryan Dorn Veterans Affairs Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Paige I.

11 May 2025

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

Incredibly charming—perfect place

Would stay there again and again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlie S.

13 May 2025

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

Awesome place!

Great cottage in a beautiful neighborhood. Beautifully decorated. Comfortable. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

24 Apr 2025

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

CHARMING

Very charming house thank you for the hospitality very cozy place

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

14 Mar 2025

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

Great cozy home

This is a great cozy house to stay. The house was clean, the beds were comfortable, and the kitchen had everything we needed. We visited the area to go to Fort Jackson and it was only 10 minutes away. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Locke B.

6 Apr 2025

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

stay

A little challenge to find the house since the hostess gave us the wrong address by accident. All was good. We loved the cottage. Location was great!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

16 Oct 2024

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

Location

Perfect for our stopover

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary c.

3 Sept 2024

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

Adorable Cottage

We enjoyed our stay and hope to return. Real convenient to the university and Williams Rice Stadium.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenaé E.

20 Oct 2024

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

Cozy cottage

We stayed at this cozy cottage for one night during a bike race. Everything was perfect! Hots was amazing and allowed us to have an early check-in and return to pick up items that we forgot :) 5/5 stars!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

20 Aug 2024

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

Fantastic space

Just wanted to thank for you your charming space. It was perfect for the U of SC move in weekend We’ll be back

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dal B.

16 Apr 2024

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

We really liked this place

This cottage is really cute. We felt right at home here. The neighborhood seemed fine, and was convenient to campus and shopping.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

15 Jun 2024

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

Great location

We had a graduation at fort Jackson and it was a short easy drive from there. The rental had every thing we needed. It was our first time ever renting and the owner was very helpful. The cottage is comfortable and homey.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

20 Jul 2024

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

Home Away from Home

We stayed here for our daughter’s graduation from basic training, and when we brought her to see it, she said, “It’s the first time in months that I’ve been in a place that feels like I’m actually home.” Indeed, it’s adorable and comfortable. The owner was also exceptionally accommodating and kind.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

S R.

26 Jan 2025

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

The best stay I've had in such a long time

The property is gorgeous! The backyard is like a fairy garden and is fenced in. There are little touches everywhere that are just gorgeous. The light that comes in during the day is so pretty. if there was one downside, it was the storage there is a lot of storage there. It’s just that’s already got stuff in it, but that was so insignificant compared to this day itself, and the host The host was absolutely incredible. She was so attentive and accommodating. I really have not met a nicer host in my entire life.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Y.

28 Oct 2024

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

Beautiful home!

Loved this little cottage that is exactly as advertised! My mom and I were attending my son's graduation at Fort Jackson, which is so simple to get to from the cottage. We loved looking at the owner's vast collection of books. It was obvious that she takes pride in this lovely home. The neighborhood is adorable. I only wish we had more time to explore it. I would absolutely return!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

24 Nov 2023

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

Great Place for Us

We booked this so we could see our daughter at U of SC. It was lovely not being in a hotel. It was nice in the area where we stayed. Enjoyed it.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Ellen H.

16 Sept 2024

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

Birthday

We came for our daughter’s 21st birthday, she is a student at USC. Cottage is cute, lots of trinkets in house. Mattresses were a little uncomfortable. Great location and nice neighborhood

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

5 Apr 2024

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

2nd time around

This was another enjoyable and pleasant stay at this property. The owner is very attentive and responsive and the property was well maintained as usual.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

9 Oct 2023

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

Cute Cottage

We visited for my daughter’s basic graduation. Was close to the base and perfect in size for us two. Very cute and cozy. Definitely a keeper.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

30 Dec 2023

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

Charming "English" cottage

The home decor, cleanliness, privacy and serenity was delightful. My daughter immediately felt right at home and we were able to rest so well at night. I will definitely book this cottage again the next time I am visiting the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

27 Nov 2023

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

Family Time

Would highly recommend anyone who's looking for a "Home away from Home" atmosphere to consider this cozy Cottage. My family and I were in the area for a military graduation and it provided us with our own space to chill for a few hours before he had to return to Base. High Five!!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbigail H.

28 Aug 2023

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

Very cute!

Super cute little place, only thing is there were a lot of mosquitoes! August 2023

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Chris W.

8 Nov 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Worth only half the price

The cottage was ok to stay in. However it should have been about half the cost. The bathroom was really unacceptable. Don't trust the pictures. The toilet and sink almost touch each other. The cottage smelled musty. The kitchen was under equipped and most of the cookware that we took out to cook with was dirty. We had to go out and buy a scrubby as owner did not provide. The owner should consider lowering their nightly rate to about 1/2 the price.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernando C.

1 May 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property