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

Cottage in Columbia with kitchen

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Interior
Interior
Interior
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4742.7 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Columbia, SC
  • Place, Benedict College
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Allen University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Township Auditorium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, 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

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

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

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
The cottage is small.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
You pay for clean-up service, so we don't expect you to have to work before departure. Enjoy your morning!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Smoking in the cottage will result in loss of deposit.

Important information

You need to know

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. Millwood Plantation Ruins and Good Samaritan-Waverly Hospital 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.
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Columbia, SC

What's nearby

  • Benedict College - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • William Jennings Bryan Dorn Veterans Affairs Medical Center - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Allen University - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Columbia VA Health System - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Township Auditorium - 6 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Beer Den/Boxcar Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tazza Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nothing Bundt Cakes - ‬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.

How much is parking at Charming cottage in great neighborhood...close to downtown, fort and university?

On-site parking is available at the 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).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chase C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location and nice house.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot to land for a night to catch a show. Conveniently located and loads of charm!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jodi b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whimsical cottage. We loved everything about it! The home was perfectly imperfect. Host was great to communicate with and we just loved the decor. So many wonderful details and everywhere we looked made us smile. Absolutely adorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige I.

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

Kamilla F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication- location-well stocked-clean. Definitely will go back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly charming. The cottage was a lovely place to stay. Exceptionaly clean, comfortable beds, and such beautifully detailed decor were a few of my favorite things about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlie S.

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

Rory G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage. Very well appointed and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Comfortable Cottage

My sister and a friend stayed at the cottage and explored antique and thrift stores. Great location for food and shopping. After a full day of retail therapy, we relaxed and played cards on the beautiful dining room table. The owner has a true gift for decorating and the house was very clean. This is our 2nd time renting there and look forward to a 3rd.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Linda K.

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

Location

Perfect for our stopover
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage full of eclectic items that lead to conversations and intrigue. Nice outdoor spaces to use when the weather is nice and bugs are down. Very quiet location, but a quick drive to downtown and USC. Hosts are wonderful communicators as well. Easy check in process via VRBO app. Kitchen is well appointed, all it needs is a toaster. Bathroom has mid century charm, but could use a little work - all clean and functional. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

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

mary c.

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

Locke B.

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

4/10 Poor

Jayme W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The house was really run down and in desperate need of maintenence. Worst part was the bathroom and plumbing. The mattress was old and sagged in the middle. The sheets had holes in them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dal B.

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

Jenaé E.

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.

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

Tracy P.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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.

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

Vanessa B.

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.

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.

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

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