Title: Hidden Gem 2BR, USC Visits & Ft. Jackson Grads 🪖Veteran-Owned 🪖 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Hidden Gem 2BR, USC Visits & Ft. Jackson Grads 🪖Veteran-Owned 🪖 Apartment in West Columbia with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116350000/116342000/116341944/d3d51bde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116350000/116342000/116341944/ad58d127.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116350000/116342000/116341944/4f8592d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116350000/116342000/116341944/2d98de56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, video games, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116350000/116342000/116341944/aa5343f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a gym at Hidden Gem 2BR, USC Visits & Ft. Jackson Grads 🪖Veteran-Owned 🪖. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroom600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Gym - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Hidden Gem 2BR, USC Visits & Ft. Jackson Grads 🪖Veteran-Owned 🪖 Welcome to The Emerald Den — your bold, comfortable 2-bedroom retreat designed for rest, reset, and longer stays. Whether you’re here for a Fort Jackson graduation, visiting USC, on a professional assignment, or simply need a quiet home base, this fully furnished unit has everything you need: • Two queen beds with premium linens • Smart kitchen with GE stainless appliances + induction stove • All-in-one washer & dryer • Private entrance, no shared spaces • Free parking right in front of the unit • Fast Wi-Fi, Bluetooth ceiling subs, and curated lighting Perfectly located for both work and leisure — 20 minutes to the University of South Carolina, 18 minutes to The Vista, and under 25 minutes to Fort Jackson. Enjoy easy access to downtown Columbia, the stadium, and area hospitals, while coming home to a quiet, tucked-away neighborhood ideal for unwinding after long days. To make your stay effortless, you’ll have 24/7 access to Aphrodite — your interactive hostess and concierge. She’s a smart digital guide who can recommend local dining, give you directions, answer property questions, and offer insider tips about Columbia at any hour. We welcome: • Families attending Fort Jackson graduation • Travel nurses and medical professionals • Remote workers and digital nomads • Contractors or long-term Columbia visitors • USC parents, students, and Gamecock fans Stay a week or several months — you’ll have the space, privacy, and comfort to make it your own. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: 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 ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator (single-level property) - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Gym - Basketball nearby ### Safety features - 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68930000/68921900/68921815/79223390.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cayce Charm Minutes to Downtown Columbia Cayce - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 7.8 Good 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=68921815&PinnedHotelID=68921815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27134700/27134686/79e63841.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Home With View of Columbia Cityscape Gaston - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 88 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=27134686&PinnedHotelID=27134686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114590000/114581100/114581093/d16f2580.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy 3-bedroom Home in West Columbia located only 5 minutes from downtown vista. 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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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.89777%2C-81.14927&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Lr_EQsIX0w44ripicrQlB2xJPSA=) West Columbia, SC #### What's nearby - Lake Durham - 5 min drive - 4.0 km - Pitts Lake - 6 min drive - 6.0 km - Indian River Golf Club - 8 min drive - 3.0 km - Midlands Technical College - Airport Campus - 9 min drive - 11.2 km - Lexington Medical Center - 12 min drive - 18.5 km #### Getting around - Columbia Station - 22 min drive - Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪7-Eleven - ‬9 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪South Congaree House of Pizza - ‬2 min drive - ‪San Jose Restaurant - ‬10 min drive - ‪Blueberry Patch - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hidden Gem 2BR, USC Visits & Ft. Jackson Grads 🪖Veteran-Owned 🪖 pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### How much does it cost to stay at Hidden Gem 2BR, USC Visits & Ft. Jackson Grads 🪖Veteran-Owned 🪖? > As of Dec 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hidden Gem 2BR, USC Visits & Ft. Jackson Grads 🪖Veteran-Owned 🪖 on Dec 8, 2025 start from CA $125.79, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/West-Columbia-Hotels-The-Emerald-Den-Bold-Cozy.h116341944.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Hidden Gem 2BR, USC Visits & Ft. Jackson Grads 🪖Veteran-Owned 🪖? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Hidden Gem 2BR, USC Visits & Ft. Jackson Grads 🪖Veteran-Owned 🪖? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Hidden Gem 2BR, USC Visits & Ft. Jackson Grads 🪖Veteran-Owned 🪖 located? > Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Indian River Golf Club and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Durham and Midlands Technical College - Airport Campus. Three Rivers Greenway and South Carolina State Farmers Market are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hidden Gem 2BR, USC Visits & Ft. Jackson Grads 🪖Veteran-Owned 🪖 Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gertrude W. Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay We stopped on our way to South Carolina for the night. It was in a great location - quiet neighborhood. The host was always available when we had questions - no matter how big or small. He had recommendations for local restaurants and things to do. He thought of everything from coffee station to toiletries you may have forgotten. In a good location to the highway. This is a great place to stay for the night or for an extended stay. ##### Gertrude W. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary H. Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Comfortable, all the comforts of home? Great host! ##### Mary H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025