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LAKE FRONT GUESTHOUSE

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Exterior
Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 41300 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

LAKE FRONT GUESTHOUSE

Enjoy your stay in Columbia in this cozy guest house overlooking Cary Lake! It is centrally located in Arcadia Lakes, 10 minutes from downtown, USC, and Fort Jackson. You’ll be close to everything in the capital, but far enough to enjoy a relaxing trip. Awake refreshed and ready for a day exploring the city via this clean, sunshine filled home with an impressive view. Cook in your own kitchen, clean up in the remodeled bathroom, and sink into the soft bed after seeing the city.

*****Please be aware that the fire place is not up to code for use at this present time******
. ***PLEASE KNOW THAT THE HOA FOR THE LAKE DRAINS THE LAKE A FEW TIMES DURING THE FALL/WINTER TO CONTROL VEGETATION AND POLLUTION. THE LAKE RESEMBLES A MARSH DURING THOSE TIMES.***

Property manager

Danielle Joseph

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1300 sq ft (121 sq m)

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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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

About the area

Map
Columbia, SC

What's nearby

  • Columbia Place Mall - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fort Jackson - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Hilton Field - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • University of South Carolina - 13 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 13 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 19 min drive
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Clifton Seafood - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Baker's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Friends Club - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKE FRONT GUESTHOUSE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LAKE FRONT GUESTHOUSE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKE FRONT GUESTHOUSE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LAKE FRONT GUESTHOUSE located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Columbia Place Mall, Richland Library Northeast and Richland County Tennis Center. Greenview Park and Sesquicentennial State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

LAKE FRONT GUESTHOUSE Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Krista J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fort Jackson graduation stay
We wanted a restful place close to Fort Jackson for my son's graduation and this was perfect. It was at most 15 minutes away and a perfect place to come back to with our other adult son to relax after busy days. Our hosts gave us our space but were easily accessible.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat!
Peaceful back porch overlooking the lake. Enjoyed watching the turtles and water birds and listening to squirrels forage in the wooded area around the house. Bed was very comfortable and even inclines if you need it. Bathroom shower is enormous and luxurious! And the sofa.... I wanted to bring it home with me! Absolutely huge and comfy and perfect for vegging out. I did take a star off for cleanliness, but not bc it necessarily felt dirty. The floors were clean, surfaces, bathroom, etc. But it does need a good deep cleaning around baseboards, walls, windows, back porch chair cushions, etc. Owners brought flowers and beverages bc it was our anniversary trip. I would definitely book again. It's a gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and beautiful
The little cabin was just what we needed. The place is absolutely amazing. So peaceful and on a beautiful lake. Host was amazing and very quick to respond. Worth the money and the trip down
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to stay for Fort Jackson Family Day/Graduation
My kids and I stayed here for about 5 days for my daughter’s family day and graduation from BCT. The location is great - so close to Gate 2. Easy to drive around and find all amenities we needed. The house was great for us - beds super comfy, great shower and lovely view of the lake. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable cabin by the lake
What a perfect location to stay for us to attend my son graduating basic training at Ft. Jackson. A great feel by the lake, had all the amenities! Thank you!! Met all my expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Beth H., West Mansfield, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Upon arriving bing the outside of the house looked a little run down. There are vines growing on it and some cover parts of the windows. The inside of the house is pretty nice. Beautiful hardwood floors. I have stayed in many air b and b’s. This one was not at the same standard as others. The kitchen had bear minimum utensils, the frying pan and other pots and pans looked like they were from the 1980’s. The frying pan had s scratched and needs replaced. There were no storage containers, no plastic wrap, or aluminum foil. The salt was like a rock. There was 1 towel in the kitchen. I finally found others in a hall closet. Beds were nice and comfortable. Screened in deck was nice but had cob webs all over it. It looked run down also. The lights in the bathroom were taped off and you could not use them. You had to walk clear over to the other side of the bathroom to turn lights on. With some real maintenance and cleaning up and better stocked this could be a really nice place. I don’t think we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lisa P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
False advertisement/unsafe
The property is under construction not newly renovated as it says in the header. There are nails raised up on the patio and on the railing that created a safety issue. The hot water heater is a half size and it not intended for a 2 bedroom so you only can take a10-15 min shower with 3 heads(only use 1) that drain outside the shower all over the floor. There is mold, yes mold and that causes a safety to your lungs. Roaches. There is water damage all over the place including the kitchen, black on the ceilings. The wooden floor is a trip hazard in the kitchen without even a rug to try to cover it. The chairs at the dining room table are cheaper than what Walmart carries and wobbly to the point my husband fell when sitting down. There is zero acess to the lake as they have extreme over grown vegetation. As you should be able to use the lake per there add @ the time we stayed, we could not. The bedroom towards the front is another safety issue as you have inches to get into the bed next to the wall. The beds do not fit the frames so trip hazard as well as bruising area. Holes in the closets. The door in the kitchen fell onto of my foot while cleaning the dishes so my husband had to repair it himself as the owners had zero contact with us the entire trip. Once they got their money they were done with communication period as even vrbo could not get ahold of them to put us up somewhere else, we had to sleep in the car after finding mold. Theres far more but no more room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Lakehouse
Loved the shower! Nice view of the lake. Stayed for USC graduation, perfect location being 18 minutes from campus!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
This is the perfect location for us to stay while in town for our sons basic training graduation from Fort Jackson. It was close to the base and the perfect place for him to return to after graduation. The comfortable beds, screened in porch that overlooked the lake and the luxurious shower was exactly what he needed after 10 weeks at basic training. The kitchen was big and I was able to make him a home cooked meal. The owner was friendly and accommodating. We had a great long weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saucedo A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
Everything mentioned in listing accurate. The hot water did run out pretty fast but not a deal breaker. Had an awesome time and not to mention privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard B., Canal Fulton, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Columbia, SC
Exploed the area. Enjoyed the accommodations.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky L., San Antonio, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake house
We were in Columbia to celebrate graduation from Army basic training. This house was perfect! It is minutes from Fort Jackson, which made the early mornings easy. Our soldier was only allowed a few hours off base and requested a home cooked meal, everything we needed was provided in the kitchen. The views of the lake are breathtaking, the grounds are beautiful. We had a very relaxing time. The pictures are accurate. The host was very quick to respond to our questions. Check in and check out was very easy. If I’m ever back in Columbia, I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and serene
We had a great stay. Loved the screened in porch. Quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Little Getaway
We had a short stay here to attend a concert at township auditorium and this was the perfect place with a great atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Larry T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
Disappointed! I reserved this for my mature parents. Unfortunately, they found the guesthouse to smell moldy. The owner did say it was in process of renovating but this smell was a health hazard for my mother with COPD. The fact that the dock was being repaired was mentioned, but the property was so overgrown that they could not see lake even if dock had been there. My parents felt that the owner may have rushed renting this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and private
We had a much needed quiet and peaceful stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice & Quiet
The property was as stated and everything was in working order. The beds were extremely comfortable (I am picky). The owners were very accommodating and communicated well. We had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Place to Rest, Relax, and Respite!
I've never booked a VRBO myself before ans knew that this would need to be a good experience because I was essentially looking for a one month rental while I recovered from surgery. I connected with Danielle right away and felt reassured and safe! The property is central to shopping, restaurants, and even the hospital where I was having surgery. The VRBO was tidy and well stocked with everything I needed for a get away or in my case a extended stay. The furniture was comfortable and in great condition, the views off the back deck were incredibly relaxing, and the size of the space (not to mention that big shower) were definitely memorable! For someone having surgery, the added bonus of a remote controlled bed really added points! Danielle and Mansa were courteous and respectful since we shared the property and were quick to answer messages! I'm already planning to go back, but this time for a true vacation!!! Thank you!!!!
Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, relaxing getaway
Beautiful, quiet & relaxing experience. Everything was clean, organized and well furnished. Such a relaxing atmosphere and enjoyed watching the wildlife on the lake. We highly recommend this beautiful secluded house. Would definitely come back for a relaxing, stress free stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle S., Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great national park visit
This was a great home base for three days in Columbia. We loved the national park, the zoo, and the state history museum. The house was just what we needed. The hosts were great and communication was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious. Very nice beds, The screened in porch overlooking the lake was a perfect for relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing weekend
Enjoyed our stay at the guest house. Views of the lake are picture perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Gisela B., Fort Worth, Tx -USA

Gate house
Location to downtown Columbia is excellent, lots of nearby stores. Loved the screened in back porch. Kitchen could use an upgrade. Walk way to front door is in need of leveling but not impassable. Very quiet and laid back place to safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023