10/10 Excellent
Tony A.
3 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy location
Tony A.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Entire home
Cozy Stay Near USC, Downtown Columbia & Fort Jackson
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5165.4 sq m
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Explore the area
West Columbia, SC
- Colonial Life Arena5 min drive
- University of South Carolina6 min drive
- Riverbanks Zoo and Garden10 min drive
- Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)14 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Cozy Stay Near USC, Downtown Columbia & Fort Jackson
Welcome to your cozy home away from home in Cayce, just minutes from top attractions like USC, Soda City Market, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and Fort Jackson. This charming 2-bedroom, 1 1/2 bathroom home features a queen bed, a full bed, and a sunroom with a twin bed—perfect for families or small groups of friends. Enjoy all the comforts of home with an equipped kitchen, air conditioning, heating, washer and dryer, hair dryer, and high-speed internet and Wi-Fi. Fresh linens are provided for your convenience. Located just 1 mile from the riverwalk, 3 miles from the University of South Carolina, 4 miles from downtown Columbia, 3 miles from Riverbanks Zoo, and 12 miles from Fort Jackson, this home is ideally situated. Plus, if you’re heading to the Masters from April 7-13, we’re only 68 miles from Augusta. Relax and unwind on the front porch, which offers outdoor seating in a peaceful, family-oriented, safe neighborhood, and enjoy the beautiful Carolina weather.
Property manager
Joan Hoffman
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids games, books, and dinnerware are available.
Events
No events allowed
Events should be respectful and not disruptive
Pets
No pets 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
Note from host: Events should be respectful and not disruptive
Long-term renters welcome
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
Cayce
Cayce is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Murray and Congaree Creek Heritage Preserve, while South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum and South Carolina State Museum are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Williams Brice Stadium, and consider making time for Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, a top attraction not to be missed. Kayaking, water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
West Columbia, SC
What's nearby
- Colonial Life Arena - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
- University of South Carolina - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
- Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
- Williams Brice Stadium - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
- Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Zesto of West Columbia - 18 min walk
- Steel Hands Brewing - 3 min drive
- The Reggae Grill - 12 min walk
- Taco Bell - 13 min walk
- McDonald's - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.0/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
J N.
5 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
J N.
Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2025
About the host
Hosted by Joan Hoffman
Why they chose this property
This neighborhood is a quiet, safe, family oriented residential neighborhood. It's bike and walk friendly with a shaded walking, biking trail along the river only 1 mile from the home.
What makes this property unique
Games and books are available for both adults and children.
Easy access to the University of South Carolina, Benedict College, Fort Jackson, Vista, West Columbia, Edventure Children's Museum, Soda City, SC Farmers Market, SC State Museum, Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Colonial Life Arena, Koger Center for the Arts, Columbia Museum of Art, Columbia Canal and Riverfront, State House, Saluda Shoals Park, Lake Murray, Final Door Escape Room, Town, Workshop and Trustus Theatres.
Local family owned restaurants include Nicks House of Pizza & Greek Restaurant, Vella's Restaurant & Tavern, Tony's Pizzalicious, Dukes Pad Thai, Triini Lime Caribbean Cafe, Tea Pot Chinese Restaurant, Piecewise Coffee Co, and Just Us Cafe.
A special treat is when Krispy Kreme doughnuts has its "hot & ready" sign lit up (open 6am to 10pm)!
Easy access to the University of South Carolina, Benedict College, Fort Jackson, Vista, West Columbia, Edventure Children's Museum, Soda City, SC Farmers Market, SC State Museum, Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Colonial Life Arena, Koger Center for the Arts, Columbia Museum of Art, Columbia Canal and Riverfront, State House, Saluda Shoals Park, Lake Murray, Final Door Escape Room, Town, Workshop and Trustus Theatres.
Local family owned restaurants include Nicks House of Pizza & Greek Restaurant, Vella's Restaurant & Tavern, Tony's Pizzalicious, Dukes Pad Thai, Triini Lime Caribbean Cafe, Tea Pot Chinese Restaurant, Piecewise Coffee Co, and Just Us Cafe.
A special treat is when Krispy Kreme doughnuts has its "hot & ready" sign lit up (open 6am to 10pm)!
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