At this holiday home you'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from University of South Carolina and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Charlie W. Johnson Stadium. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features a sofa bed, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer, an iron/ironing board and a desk are also available. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Melrose Heights holiday home include Fort Jackson and Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.
Good Samaritan-Waverly Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Ponder Fine Arts Gallery - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Columbia Station - 10 min drive
Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - 4 min drive
Backstreets Grill - 3 min drive
7 Brew Coffee - 18 min walk
Vicious Biscuit - 18 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden
Looking for hospitality that’s minutes from Columbia? Heartwood Furnished Homes is a premier provider of furnished accommodation in Columbia, Lake Murray, and surrounding areas. We look forward to hosting you in a Heartwood Home!
This home offers: ★ 1 Queen Bed + Sleeper Sofa ★ SmartTV in Den ★ 2 Miles to Downtown / USC ★ 3 Miles to Ft. Jackson ★ Fast Wifi ( 300 mb/s) ★ Peaceful Zen feel in the heart of the city
This charming cottage is only minutes to the University of South Carolina campus, Williams-Brice Stadium, South Carolina State House, and Fort Jackson. Situated in a very quiet neighborhood, the property is convenient to businesses and cultural attractions. Parks are located nearby, and the area is known for its architectural diversity. The neighborhood was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2016.
Nestled on a tree-lined street, this cottage offers historic charm with modern-day amenities for maximum comfort. In this two-level house, you'll find hardwood floors and comfortable, stylish furnishings. Whether you're looking for a relaxing getaway or simply a convenient place to lay your head, this lovely house has everything you need.
This Heartwood Home features: ☆ 1 Bedrooms, 1 Bathrooms (Sleeps 4) ☆ Bedroom 1 (Primary) – Queen Bed ☆ Living Area – Sleeper Sofa
☆ Only 6 steps in the cottage ☆ Family Friendly with Pack n Play & High Chair (upon request) ☆ Fast Wifi (300 mb/s) ☆ Driveway Parking ☆ Outdoor space with zen garden & water feature
Distance from: ☆ Downtown / USC – 7 minutes ☆ Williams Brice Stadium - 12 minutes ☆ Riverbanks – 17 minutes ☆ Fort Jackson – 10 minutes ☆ CAE - 23 minutes ☆ Lake Murray – 30 minutes ☆ Congaree National Park – 30 minutes
Permit # STRN-003920-08-2023
You will receive a 'boarding pass' upon confirmation with guidebooks, property specific details, check in / parking instructions and more! You can share this link with anyone in your party for access to the details! The maximum occupancy that is shown in the listing includes any and all visitors that will be at the home. Over-occupancy or unauthorized events will result in IMMEDIATE eviction without refund. Any guest who refuses to vacate when instructed will be treated as a trespasser.
No parties, events, or gatherings over the listed occupancy are allowed under any circumstances. Bookings made under false pretenses will be denied access with no refund.
You must be 25 years of age or older in order to book one of our homes.
While we ask a series of screening questions to all guests, local guests are subject to additional screening steps, including a phone call. We reserve the right to cancel any guest reservations at our discretion.
Quiet hours are from 10PM until 8AM every day of the week. We have zero tolerance for noise complaints and multiple violations will result in immediate eviction without refund.
No smoking or vaping inside of the home under any circumstances. You will incur an additional fee of $500 if you smoke within the home + the cost of any damages. If you smoke outdoors you must dispose of any debris safely, do not discard anything in the yard or patio.
No illegal substances or activities on the premises.
Pets must be approved in advance. We charge a pet fee for up to 2 pets at all of our pet friendly locations. If there is evidence of any undisclosed pets in the home (pet friendly or non-pet friendly), you will be charged for cleaning + any additional damages.
If the property is left in an unusually dirty condition that requires deep cleaning beyond our standard turnover, an additional fee will be charged to cover the extra housekeeping costs.
Early check in and late check out for up to 2 hours is available per calendar availability, at an additional cost. This must be requested through your boarding pass, and we will approve / decline after reviewing our cleaning schedule.
Do not tamper with smoke detectors, security devices, or Wi-Fi equipment.
If personal items are left behind a fee of $25 + shipping costs will be charged back to you.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 872 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
125427
Frequently asked questions
Does Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden?
As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden on 6 Apr 2026 start from AU$383, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden?
No, Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden?