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Dunbar Cottage | The Pickens Cottages

Vacation home near University of South Carolina in Columbia

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Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Columbia, SC
  • Place, South Carolina State House
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Township Auditorium
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Downtown Columbia stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Columbia vacation home, you'll find Trinity Episcopal Cathedral and South Carolina State House. Wilson House and African American History Monument are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • South Carolina State House - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Township Auditorium - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Benedict College - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 3 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪University of South Carolina Bookstore - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Knowledge Perk Coffee Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks @ Prisma Health Baptist Medical Center - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪East Bay Deli - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Dunbar Cottage | The Pickens Cottages

Looking for hospitality in the heart of downtown Columbia? Heartwood Furnished Homes welcomes you to Dunbar Cottage—one of our charming Pickens Street Cottages. This cozy, thoughtfully designed home offers comfort and privacy for your stay.

★ 1 King Bed + 2 Queens
★ 3 Bedrooms w/ Private Ensuite Baths
★ Smart TVs in Every Bedroom + Livingroom
★ Fast Wi-Fi for Business Travel
★ Walkable to Coffee Shops
★ Minutes to USC , The Vista & 5 Points
★ Pet Friendly

Perfect for guests wanting a central Columbia stay.

This charming downtown cottage places you right in the heart of Columbia. Located on Pickens Street, guests can enjoy a walkable stay just steps from local coffee shops while being minutes from the University of South Carolina, The Vista, the South Carolina State House, and Fort Jackson. The home blends historic downtown charm with modern finishes and thoughtful design.

Part of the Pickens Street Cottages collection, this home offers a cozy footprint with smart layout and comfortable amenities. Each bedroom includes its own private ensuite bathroom, making it ideal for friends, families, or business travelers who value both privacy and convenience.

Where you’ll sleep:
☆ 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms (Sleeps 6)
☆ Bedroom 1 – King Bed + Private Ensuite Bathroom (2nd Floor)
☆ Bedroom 2 – Queen Bed + Private Ensuite Bathroom (1st Floor)
☆ Bedroom 3 – Queen Bed + Private Ensuite Bathroom (2nd Floor)

What you’ll enjoy about this home:
☆ Private Ensuite Bathroom in Every Bedroom
☆ Smart TVs in Every Bedroom
☆ Fast Wi-Fi for Business Travel
☆ Walkable Downtown Location
☆ Drip Coffee Maker
☆ High Quality Bedding
☆ Thoughtfully Designed Small-Space Layout
☆ Easy Access Parking Nearby

“The house looks amazing! But how far away is it from where I want to go?”
So glad you asked!

Driving times:
☆ Downtown / USC – 3 minutes
☆ The Vista (restaurants & nightlife) – 4 minutes
☆ Williams-Brice Stadium – 9 minutes
☆ Riverbanks Zoo – 9 minutes
☆ Fort Jackson – 18 minutes
☆ CAE Airport – 17 minutes
☆ Lake Murray – 25 minutes
☆ Congaree National Park – 30 minutes

Whether you`re visiting for a game day weekend, business trip, or exploring Columbia’s downtown scene, Dunbar Cottage offers a comfortable and centrally located place to stay.

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 a 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 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 a 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 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.

For stays longer than 21 days, we charge an additional cleaning fee. If the house is left in a state that requires additional cleaning, we will charge a fee that covers the additional expense.

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.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The maximum occupancy that is shown in the listing includes any and all visitors that will be at the home.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

496971

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dunbar Cottage | The Pickens Cottages to the airport?

This vacation home is 7.6 mi (20-min drive) away from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dunbar Cottage | The Pickens Cottages?

As of Mar 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dunbar Cottage | The Pickens Cottages on Mar 26, 2026 start from $1,590, including 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 for more accurate prices.

Does Dunbar Cottage | The Pickens Cottages have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Dunbar Cottage | The Pickens Cottages offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dunbar Cottage | The Pickens Cottages?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Dunbar Cottage | The Pickens Cottages?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dunbar Cottage | The Pickens Cottages?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Dunbar Cottage | The Pickens Cottages have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Dunbar Cottage | The Pickens Cottages have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Dunbar Cottage | The Pickens Cottages to downtown Columbia?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Columbia.

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