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The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2904 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Columbia, SC
  • Township Auditorium
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • University of South Carolina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Columbia

Downtown Columbia stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Columbia apartment, you'll find Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and Segra Park. Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens and Robert Mills Historic House and Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Township Auditorium - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Colonial Life Arena - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 8 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Publico at BullStreet - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lizard's Thicket - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment

This is the downstairs apartment of a historic duplex that was built in 1930 and completely renovated in 2020. The building is on a busy urban street so expect to hear some road noise inside of the apartment. The entire space has been completely redone and decorated in a splash of gem tones throughout. Comfy velvet upholstery, vibrant art work, glamorous black and brass light fixtures, and colorful vintage glass accessories give the guests of the Gem of Bull Street an extra pep in their step!

The house is on a busy street and guests should expect to hear road noise, especially in the living room of the apartment. We do provide a sound machine and ear plugs for light sleepers.

The living area has comfortable furnishings, a 55” Roku TV (no cable), a dedicated work space, and a covered porch facing the BullStreet District. The king size bedroom has a plush upholstered velvet bed frame, bedside tables, lamps, charging stations and a large closet for clothes and storage. The bathroom has been completely renovated and has brand new floor and wall tile, a stand-up shower, and the original vintage privacy glass bathroom window. The spacious eat-in kitchen has brand new granite counters, gray shaker cabinets and stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher and electric range. A washer and dryer is located in the kitchen and a back door leads to the shared back entry. There is a large closet off of the living room for extra storage with a rolling barn door too.

We live nearby and are accessible by the Airbnb app, phone or text during your stay.

This building is on a busy urban street. Expect to hear road noise both inside and outside of the apartment at all times. This may include emergency vehicle sirens, general road traffic, horns, and construction noises as the development is ongoing across the street at The BullStreet District. A Starbucks, REI Co-Op and Minor League Baseball (starting May 11th) is also located across the street in The BullStreet District Development.

Cottontown is an awesome well established historic neighborhood that is within a mile of the downtown business district of Columbia. We love this hood so much that we also call it home and live a few blocks away. There are so many friendly people in Cottontown, don't be surprised if folks wave or stop and chat with you if you decide to talk a stroll or walk to one of the several local businesses within a block or two of your door. Our personal favorites are, well, everything! Make sure to stop in at The Cottontown Brew Lab for one of their many specialty craft beers or swing into Indah Coffee for a cup of their specialty roasted cafes. The War Mouth is our favorite spot for a nice sit down dinner and cocktails, make sure to try their deviled eggs with their homemade hot sauce, they won't disappoint! Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits is the newest eatery to open in our neighborhood and they offer take-out and eat-in delicious sinfully good biscuits! Il Focolare pizza is also a short stroll away and no need to tip, every employee is paid a living wage at this local 90s themed female owned business (SmallSugar is a short drive away and under the same ownership). Curiosity Coffee has a great little spot with local merchandise for purchase and plenty of brews, drinks and of course, coffee. We love the Vino Garage and they regularly schedule food trucks and pop-ups in their parking lot, so stop in for the perfect wine / beer dinner pairings! Vegan? No problem, Peace of Soul is within two blocks of this apartment and has been slinging out soulful vegan food since the 80s. Did we mention that the Bull Street Development where the Columbia Fireflies Baseball Stadium, REI Co-Op store and Starbucks (opening soon) is also within a few blocks walk? There is so much to love about Cottontown, there's too much to list!

According to Maps, this house is .4 miles to Segra Park / Columbia Fireflies Baseball Stadium, 1.6 miles from USC/Horseshoe, 6.6 miles from Ft. Jackson Visitors Center, 3.8 miles from Williams-Brice Stadium and 2.0 miles from the Columbia Metro Convention Center.

You will have to park on the side street around the corner from the building. This is one building in from the corner and you will need to park on the side street, Jefferson. You may enter the apartment through the private entry at the front facing Bull Street under the covered porch or enter through the shared back door.

Permit #STRN-003904-08-2023

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!

*Please note this property has a $500 refundable deposit that is charged at the time of reservation. *
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 manager

Wendy Bergmann

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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

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

Pets

  • No pets 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 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 and a first aid kit
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

85004

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment to the airport?

This apartment is 12.5 mi (19-min drive) away from the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment to downtown Columbia?

This apartment is 0.8 mi away from Columbia.

The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zhan'e J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed my stay

It Was very convenient for me during my transition
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark & Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extend stay !

Nice place, a historic feel to it. The only issue is road / traffic noise in the house. Maybe modern windows would help.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark & Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mark

Street noise was not expected. Loud ! New windows may help. The current 1940 models need to be replaced.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025