[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Watson @ The Vestry on Read Apartment in Columbia with kitchen and patio ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93560000/93552300/93552249/8d859035.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93560000/93552300/93552249/a6f8354f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93560000/93552300/93552249/18bfe421.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93560000/93552300/93552249/c083761f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93560000/93552300/93552249/8b079ed9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to TheVestryOnRead, where history meets modern charm. Located minutes from the University of South Carolina campus and Williams-Brice Stadium, this remodeled old church building offers a unique stay in Columbia. With fast WiFi, locally roasted coffee, and family-friendly amenities like board games and Pack n Play options (upon request), you'll feel right at home. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4700 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 apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Watson @ The Vestry on Read Looking for hospitality that’s minutes from Columbia? Heartwood Furnished Homes is a local provider of furnished accommodations in Columbia, Lake Murray, and surrounding areas. We look forward to hosting you in a Heartwood Home! This home offers: ★ 1 Queen Bed + Full Sofa Bed ★ SmartTV in Living Room ★ Fast Wifi for Business Travel ★ Family Friendly w/ Board Games ★ Shared Lobby Area ★ Private Parking ★ 2 Miles to Downtown / USC ★ 12 Miles to Ft. Jackson Welcome to #TheVestryOnRead! This remodeled old church building is only minutes to the University of South Carolina campus, Williams-Brice Stadium, South Carolina State House, and Fort Jackson. This building has 5 separate units in one! Not time to check in yet? No problem!! Relax in our shared lobby area and enjoy a cup of coffee. This listing is for our Watson Unit, you get everything listed in unit C studio. Where you’ll sleep: ☆ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom (Sleeps 4) ☆ Bedroom 1 (Primary) - Queen Bed (upstairs) ☆ Common Area - Full Sofa Bed (downstairs) What you’ll enjoy about this Heartwood Home: ☆ Family Friendly with Pack n Play & Highchair (upon request) ☆ Fast Wifi ☆ Locally roasted coffee (drip coffee maker) ☆ Starter Supplies ☆ High quality bedding ☆ Driveway Parking ☆ Shared Lobby Area “The place looks amazing! But how far away is it from where I want to go?” -So glad you asked! Driving times: ☆ Downtown / USC – 7 minutes ☆ Williams Brice Stadium - 13 minutes ☆ Riverbanks – 9 minutes ☆ Fort Jackson – 11 minutes ☆ CAE - 21 minutes ☆ Lake Murray – 23 minutes ☆ Congaree National Park – 35 minutes Permit # STRN-003928-08-2023 Guests have everything listed in the Watson unit, along with the shared lobby. This unit is attached to another 2 Bedroom unit. The shared door remains locked at ALL times from both units. There is a shared listing that combines both units, if you want to rent both spaces for your family! We have on security camera in the shared lobby area. It is located on the landing above the powder room. 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 apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### 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 - Unit size: 700 square feet ## Similar properties ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108440000/108437800/108437705/5d018174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Scholar Suite | 1 King | Newly Renovated! 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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 165411 ## About the area Downtown Columbia, a neighborhood in Columbia, is home to this apartment. Soda City Market and Columbia Place Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Murray and Sesquicentennial State Park. Check out an event or a game at Colonial Life Arena, and consider making time for Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, a top attraction not to be missed. [Visit our Columbia travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Columbia.dx764) [View more Apartments in Columbia](https://www.expedia.ca/Columbia-Apartments.d764-aaApartments.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%7C34.01800%2C-81.01746&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_cqYebUJg_7u7VuCxJgRJBlviDA=) Columbia, SC ### What's nearby - Benedict College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Township Auditorium - 18 min walk - 1.5 km - University of South Carolina - 4 min drive - 3.3 km - Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.6 km - Colonial Life Arena - 4 min drive - 3.7 km ### Getting around - Columbia Station - 11 min drive - Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 22 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk - ‪Cook-Out - ‬3 min drive - ‪Publico at BullStreet - ‬3 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Watson @ The Vestry on Read pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Watson @ The Vestry on Read? > As of Oct 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Watson @ The Vestry on Read on Oct 14, 2025 start from CA $128.86, 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-Watson-The-Vestry-On-Read.h93552249.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Watson @ The Vestry on Read? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Watson @ The Vestry on Read? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Watson @ The Vestry on Read located? > Located in Downtown Columbia, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Benedict College and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from University of South Carolina. Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Allen University are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Watson @ The Vestry on Read 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication This place was amazing. Not at all what I expected. Beautiful and very interesting. Loved it and will go back for sure ##### Jason Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CASSIE C., USA Jan 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful place This place was beautiful. Designed with amazing detail. Clean. Convenient. Peacefull. I love that there are quiet hours. ##### CASSIE C. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori W. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful spot, but small drawbacks for some We had a WONDERFUL stay, and the place is extremely cute and clean. My only drawback to the place is that by not having anyone on-hand, you can't have a quick response to customer service needs. That being said, the team did respond to our issue the next day, but the initial oversight w ##### Lori W. 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