Title: Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden Vacation home in Columbia with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87760000/87750600/87750531/1e591331.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87760000/87750600/87750531/49cd536d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87760000/87750600/87750531/1656e60b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87760000/87750600/87750531/e13f2bd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87760000/87750600/87750531/27f68e82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Heartwood Furnished Homes, nestled in a historic neighborhood near the University of South Carolina campus, offers a peaceful retreat with modern-day amenities. With fast WiFi and stylish furnishings throughout its two levels, this charming cottage is perfect for relaxing getaways or convenient stays. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4872 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 872 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71970000/71960300/71960256/54ace3f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfy Cozy Convenient Condo Downtown Columbia - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews CA $146 CA $338 total includes taxes & fees Nov 3 - Nov 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=71960256&PinnedHotelID=71960256&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83570000/83565600/83565577/38c357f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quaint and Updated Columbian Cottage: Sleeps four! 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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 ### Property is also known as 125427 ## About the area Melrose Heights, a neighborhood in Columbia, is home to this vacation home. Williams Brice Stadium and Good Samaritan-Waverly Hospital are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and EdVenture Children's Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colonial Life Arena or Charlie W. Johnson Stadium. [Visit our Columbia travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Columbia.dx764) [View more Vacation homes in Columbia](https://www.expedia.ca/Columbia-Private-Vacation-Homes.d764-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C34.00720%2C-80.99820&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iZOKvz7UZILUzA1hOW_bTA2FCSk=) Columbia, SC ### What's nearby - Benedict College - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - University of South Carolina - 5 min drive - 4.2 km - Colonial Life Arena - 6 min drive - 4.5 km - Williams Brice Stadium - 8 min drive - 5.3 km - Fort Jackson - 8 min drive - 8.5 km ### Getting around - Columbia Station - 10 min drive - Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 20 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive - ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬18 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min walk - ‪Crave Artisan Specialty Market - ‬8 min walk - ‪Za's Brick Oven Pizza - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden? > As of Oct 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden on Nov 3, 2025 start from CA $145.78, 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/Columbia-Hotels-Downtown-Cottage-With-Zen-Garden.h87750531.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Downtown Cottage with Zen Garden located? > Located in Melrose Heights, this vacation home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from University of South Carolina. Allen University and Benedict College are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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