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A Charming Country Cottage Nestled in the Woods

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Smart TV
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Children’s area
Nestled in a peaceful wooded setting, Woodland Cottage offers a serene retreat with comfy beds and linens. Unwind on one of the two large porches or gather around the fire pit for quality time. A fully stocked kitchen and keyless entry add to your convenience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 area

Located in Eastover, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Congaree National Park and Harry Hampton Visitor Center, while Kensington Mansion and Township Auditorium are cultural highlights. Palmetto Falls Water Park and South Carolina State Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hopkins, SC

What's nearby

  • Congaree National Park - 17 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Fort Jackson - 28 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Williams Brice Stadium - 33 min drive - 29.8 km
  • University of South Carolina - 33 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Hilton Field - 34 min drive - 32.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Big T Bar-B-Q - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ringo's Peanut Truck - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Okellys - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Country Smokehouse - ‬14 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Congaree National Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Harry Hampton Visitor Center and Kensington Mansion. William Jennings Bryan Dorn Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Columbia VA Health System are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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A Charming Country Cottage Nestled in the Woods Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meredith J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location, Charming Cottage

Exactly as described. Very comfortable and well appointed property! Would visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cozy cabin near Congaree NP

We loved the relaxing home, beautiful yard & outdoor tranquility off the beaten path. Comfortable and very functional. Highly recommend for those who love a “home away from home” feel.Debbie was great with communication and making sure we had everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun and relaxing getaway

This place exceeded every expectation. We came because the cottage is so close to Congaree NP, but fell in love with the peaceful coziness and serenity. We enjoyed birdwatching from the front porch and smores in the evening. The home was stocked with everything we and our 3 young children needed. Thinking this may be an annual trip!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded Country Cottage

We really enjoyed our stay. We wish we could have spent more time on site enjoying the secluded setting with the flowering plants and singing birds. Would definitely come back if ever in the area again. Close to Congaree NP and nice drive to historic Columbia.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the location

Perfect place to stay to go to Congaree NP. We loved getting to meet the dogs as they patrolled the property. Great table for playing board games and great views to of th e bird feeders. Enjoyed the birds and squirrels way more than I would have thought.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Congaree visit

We were very pleased with this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Liked watching the birds this morning. It felt like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing country home

This is our second time staying here. We enjoy the quiet (except for the airbase jets and helicopters that occasionally fly over), the birds, and the sense of being out in the country. The home is very comfortable with ALL of the necessities, plus some, provided. For example, wireless device chargers were provided! The hosts are responsive and pleasant and even keep the bird feeders filled!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage

We loved our stay here while visiting Congaree National Park. This property was very comfortable with so much attention to details. The kitchen is extremely well stocked, the bedrooms were very nice, we enjoyed using both porches, and the fire pit which was all ready to go .Also the location is very close to the National Park.Would highly recommend this!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Melody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay to visit Conagree

We loved all of the extras the host included.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cavan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Jeff L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spring getaway

The most charming VRBO we have encountered. The lovely cottage on a beautiful property was so comfortable and inviting and filled with many thoughtful amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hillary H., Downingtown

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Allen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Meg P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Congaree fun- great spot!

Loved this little spot! Everything was perfect. House was so cozy and packed nothing. We loved the birds and hummingbirds. The book that was left was very helpful - Mr Bunky’s for breakfast was great. Highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022