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Cozy, remodeled condo on the Saluda River near downtown Columbia and the Zoo

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West Columbia, SC
  • Popular LocationColumbia Canal and Riverfront Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of South Carolina6 min drive
  • Popular LocationRiverbanks Zoo and Garden10 min drive
  • AirportColumbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)11 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy, remodeled condo on the Saluda River near downtown Columbia and the Zoo

Saluda Gem is in West Columbia, South Carolina on the beautiful Saluda River. It is private, quiet and offers convenient access to I-26, The Vista, Downtown Columbia, and Williams-Brice Stadium. Saluda Gem is a corner unit with a private deck overlooking the river and a community pool during the summer months.

Guests benefit from many fun things to see and do as well as great restaurants nearby. Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park is less than three miles away and offers a flat, paved, walking trail, an amphitheater, picnic shelter, and several scenic overlooks. Riverbanks Zoo & Garden provides another great way to spend the day with the animals, and amusements that include a railroad, farmyard, places to feed the giraffes or lorikeets, a carousel, rock wall, zipline, splash area, and more. After a day outdoors, dine at one of many restaurants offering everything from pizza to white tablecloth dining.

Note we do have a doorbell camera at the front door.

IMPORTANT: This is a residential community and want to be good neighbors. Noise must be minimal, especially from 8:00 pm to 8:00 am. If you seek a party place with friends, you must look elsewhere. Any report of violations will require you to vacate the property immediately.

Property manager

Bob Swarner

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

West Columbia

This condo is located in West Columbia. Lake Murray and Congaree Creek Heritage Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and Riverbanks Botanical Garden. EdVenture Children's Museum and South Carolina State Museum are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park - 5 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 6 min drive
  • University of South Carolina - 6 min drive
  • Colonial Life Arena - 6 min drive
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 6 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zesto of West Columbia - 4 min drive
  • Delucca's - 4 min drive
  • Savage Craft Ale Works - 4 min drive
  • Black Rooster - 4 min drive
  • Stone River - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cozy, remodeled condo on the Saluda River near downtown Columbia and the Zoo have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Cozy, remodeled condo on the Saluda River near downtown Columbia and the Zoo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy, remodeled condo on the Saluda River near downtown Columbia and the Zoo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy, remodeled condo on the Saluda River near downtown Columbia and the Zoo?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy, remodeled condo on the Saluda River near downtown Columbia and the Zoo located?

Situated in West Columbia, this condo building is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Riverbanks Botanical Garden and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from University of South Carolina. West Columbia Riverwalk and South Carolina State Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

shelley s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visiting for USC graduation weekend
Cozy. Not fancy, but totally functional for our needs. Would have been sweet to have a few more bath towels and wash cloths for our 4 day stay, but we made do with what we had. Pretty convenient to everywhere we needed to go for this celebratory weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental on the quiet side of Columbia
Close to zoo and botanical gardens. Short drive to downtown Columbia, yet quiet and away from crowds. Comfortable rental with generously sized rooms and updated appliances. We appreciated that the owner/manager checked in with us via email several times to answer any questions we had (and responded promptly). Would definitely seek to re-book (if available) the next time we visit Columbia.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Nice, quiet, safe area. Close to everything! Comfortable beds, perfect for business trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maree A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, Convenient, and Quiet
We enjoyed our stay! The host was very prompt and thorough in his communications and the property was nice and quiet and had everything we needed. The selection of pots and pans to cook with was maybe a little slim, but it was made up for by having a few extras like ziploc bags, foil, etc. that came in handy. Overall it was a great stay, and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Located in a great spot. Conveniently located. Host was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit for college son
We came to visit our son for a long weekend who attends UofSC. The condo was exactly as described and immensely clean and clean smelling as you walked in the door. Communication with host was excellent. We did not use pool since it was February. Complex was very quiet and a short 10 minute drive from campus. TV Wi-Fi etc all worked perfectly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrek S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent quiet place in great location
Communication from owner was speedy, accurate, helpful. There were no surprises. Would stay here again for sure if / when I return to Columbia.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice houses
It was a great stay, great location quiet and clean place..
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

tracy t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away in the middle of everything
The property is well maintained. Very clean and all the comforts of home! The host is extremely wonderful to work with! This is why i will never stay in a chain hotel again! Thank you for spoiling us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Great place clean and updated. There was a small issue with the beds and they immediately replaced/repaired them with new ones! Now that's great customer service! Host Robert was wonderful and very responsive. The place is well maintained and everything is in great working condition and very clean and cozy. We were in town for a conference and this was the perfect place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023