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A Charming Country Cottage Nestled in the Woods

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
Smart TV
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

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

A Charming Country Cottage Nestled in the Woods

Conveniently located to Congaree National Park and everything Columbia & Sumter SC has to offer all while nestled in a wooded setting for a peaceful stay.
Newly renovated with lots to offer: comfy beds & linens, fully stocked kitchen, Wi-Fi, keyless entry, fire pit, back-up generator, and 2 large porches. Master bedroom has a queen bed and private full-bath. Two additional bedrooms (1 queen, 1 full) with shared full-bath. Washer, dryer, iron, ironing board and steamer are available. Safety is important: cottage has smoke detectors, night lights and all mattress & pillows are covered with protectors.

Property manager

Debbie Davis

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Charming County Cottage in the Woods
A Charming Country Cottage Nestled in the Woods Hopkins

About the neighborhood

Map
Hopkins, SC

What's nearby

  • Congaree National Park - 16 min drive
  • Fort Jackson - 25 min drive
  • Williams Brice Stadium - 27 min drive
  • University of South Carolina - 28 min drive
  • Hilton Field - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 31 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big T Bar-B-Q - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Country Smokehouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mr Bunky S Market - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whippoorwill Cafe & Bakery - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Charming Country Cottage Nestled in the Woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Charming Country Cottage Nestled in the Woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Charming Country Cottage Nestled in the Woods?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Charming Country Cottage Nestled in the Woods located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Congaree National Park and within 12 mi (20 km) of William Jennings Bryan Dorn Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Columbia VA Health System. Fort Jackson and University of South Carolina are also within 20 mi (32 km).

A Charming Country Cottage Nestled in the Woods Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful place to stay at when visiting Congaree National Park. You can tell the host is not just good at what they do, but truly passionate. It can be seen from house decorations and condition down to complimentary food items. Everyone enjoyed the outside bonfire with smores after a long day. There is a washer and dryer on site, but no dishwasher. Latter was the only downside, but not that big of a deal for us. Weather late November treated us to just perfect fall days before leaves fall out. I wouldn't think twice about staying here again. Thanks again for a great visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cavan C., Rincon Ga

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding party
We enjoyed our short stay at the creekside cottage, it was spacious and clean. One small hiccup, management took care of expediently. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property and Hosts
Our stay was wonderful. Host were great. A hurricane came in from Florida causing storms our last day there. Property had a generator in case we lost power due to storm. Host kept in contact with us due to weather to make sure we were ok. Owners were very nice and we had a great stay. We also enjoyed the company of their cat Biscuit, who became a regular while we were there.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage in the woods
We really enjoyed our stay! We were in South Carolina to atrend our sons graduation from basic training at FT. Jackson. The place was clean, quiet, and had everything you needed to cook a meal. We loved that we could wash our clothes before we left! Overall a great place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Communication with the host was easy and quick. She was very accommodating and we even got fresh flowers upon arrival. The house was amazing…clean, cozy and beautiful property. We were only there for two nights and wish we could’ve stayed longer! Thank you for everything!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
The cottage is well located to many attractions in the area most notably, Congaree NP which is a must see. We walked along the boardwalk trail and saw deer woodpeckers and even an owl, it was truly amazing. The property itself is as described with many small touches that make the whole stay that much better. The location allows you to relax during down time watching the birds from either the front or back porches and the fire pit makes for fun family nights by the fire. The hosts are very responsive. I had some questions both before and during our stay and the hosts were prompt and helpful each time. This is easily a place that we would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage close to Congaree NP
Super cute property. Perfect for relaxing. Had everything we needed in the kitchen and throughout the home. Lots of birdfeeders set up and a lot of cool birds to watch. Also randomly a peacock kept us company. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G., Shelbyville, ky

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay
Very quiet and comfortable little cottage situated in a park like setting. We would stay again if back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
graduation week
Very cute cottage with lots of room and well-furnished kitchen. Not bad drive to Columbia and convenient to Congaree NP
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful cottage in a natural setting
This delightful cottage had everything needed for a restful stay. The kitchen was well stocked, the bath towels were ample and SOFT, and the furniture was comfortable. It was also convenient to Congaree National Park and Columbia. We were delighted to see a wide variety of birds (two of which are rare from where we come from). Every evening we sat on the porch and enjoyed the quiet of the property and the antics of the squirrels and birds at the birdfeeders and bird bath. We hope to come again real soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S., Annville PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Cottage
My husband and I met another couple at this cottage for a long weekend. The cottage was perfect for us. So many extra little touches made it feel like welcome guests instead of renters. Kitchen was well equipment to cook dinner. Host had lots of great suggestions for places to eat and recommended things to do. Cottage was very clean and comfortable. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillary H., Downingtown

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute secluded home
This was the perfect spot for a girls trip - plenty of space, near the national park, and quiet. The house was packed with essentials, which was very appreciated. And clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn B. W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great attention to detail
My family loved our stay here. The water left for us in the fridge and s’more supplies as a welcome basket were a nice touch. Lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
The cabin was very cozy with everything we needed to make our stay pleasant. The birds and squirrels at the feeders were very entertaining! The location was very convenient for visiting the Congaree National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peacefully Perfect
This little slice of Heaven is a bit off the beaten path, but it’s exactly what we needed! We wish we could have spent more time just taking it all in. This clean, beautifully decorated cottage is set on a property that reminds us we all need to just sit back and sit a spell. The welcoming porch has us doing that from night one. We’d can’t imagine how amazing this is once autumn makes its appearance. Debbie went above and beyond, including a sweet moment with my grandkids. They loved the animals that were just a short walk away. Thank you again for the lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cottage in the woods
Lots of work went into remodeling and decorating this cottage. It was so unique, peaceful and relaxing. Close to Congaree National Park. A much better option than a hotel in Columbia.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and serene
This is a great, relaxing property. It has lots of space inside. It is very clean! The beds are comfy, the showers are hot and the kitchen is stocked. It has 2 nice decks. The living room is tricky to figure out but I think most of those smart TVs are. It is a great place to stay for visiting Congaree National Park which was the purpose of our trip. It is 30 minutes from Columbia which we went to groceries first and for the zoo. The outside is a nice quiet oasis with good bird watching. There is room to play and a playground set if you have kids. This was by far the most homey welcome VRBO I have ever stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
More than Advertised
My wife and 3 kids (ages 13, 15, 17) stayed here for 2 nights on our visit to Congaree NP and Columbia, SC. This house really is more than advertised. The pictures do not do this house justice. It is located as close as can be to the National Park. I don't even know where to start from the small to large things, the covered car port to keep dry while unpacking, fresh baked cookies, the covered front porch, back porch, comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen, laundry room. One of the owner's, Rusty, came over to say hi and make sure we didn't need anything. He also invited us over to see the chickens and baby goats. This place is awesome and I can guarantee you will not be disappointed by staying here. Thanks so much for letting us stay at your place for 2 nights. If we are ever in the area this is where we will be staying again, for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay!
We loved the front porch, proximity to Congaree National Park, and all the thoughtful touches from the owners!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean quaint home
House was just as described. Clean, spacious yard and good location for visiting Congaree National Park. Owners go above and beyond to accommodate their guests and make this a nice place to stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage near Congaree
We really enjoyed our stay at this cottage. It was really comfortable, charming, well stocked, and had great access to Congaree. The beds were really comfortable and the play structure was a great treat for my 9 year old. Debbie was also very responsive to my questions. Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing family stay
We took our first family vacation with our son and daughter-in-law and one year old grandchild. The house was clean and had everything we needed- and anyone could need!- to relax and make meals and sleep well! The hosts were friendly if needed anything but gave us our space. Lovely family stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
I rented this property for my daughter’s graduation from medical school at USC. Liked the look of the property online as looked quiet and a good place to have family over after graduation to hang out and eat. This place is a gem! Cozy, quaint, peaceful. Loved sitting out front on covered porch in the rocking chairs and out back on the deck enjoying nature. We made a bonfire in the fire pit two days in a row. I cannot say enough good things about this place. The inside is decorated perfectly for this cottage. You will not be sorry you rented this place. Will definitely come back if I’m back in South Carolina!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich G., Wilmington, Delaware

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Experience!
This property was clean, private, and stocked with everything we needed to have a nice stay. We used this as a home base from which to explore Congaree National Park and to drive into Columbia to see The Nutcracker. The place was so cozy and it was a real pleasure to visit. If you are looking for a private and relaxing getaway location then this would be it! Many thanks to the hosts for such a lovely experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful setting
We had a great stay. Everything was as advertised and the communication with the hosts went very well
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022