Private, historic cottage with boat parking and screened in porch. Sleeps 5 in 2 bedrooms with full, furnished kitchen. Property owners on shared property available to help with any needs. Enjoy over an acre of private land in the heart of the city. Cottage within walking distance to beautiful Lake Murray as well as Harbison shopping area 5 miles away and downtown Columbia 15 miles away.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
*Strip all used beds and put dirty linens in hamper
*Place all used towels in hamper
*Wash all used dishes and place in drying rack
*Gather all trash and place in shed outside of back door
*Lock door
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Columbia
Located in Columbia, this cottage is on a river. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and Anchor Lanes are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Columbiana Centre and Lexington Square. Saluda Shoals Park and Irmo Community Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 17 min drive - 17.4 km
University of South Carolina - 21 min drive - 22.6 km
Getting around
Columbia Station - 19 min drive
Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Circle K - 5 min drive
Schooners Bar & Grill - 6 min walk
Kwik Way - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The Historic Selwood Cottage pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
What time is check-in at The Historic Selwood Cottage?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Historic Selwood Cottage?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is The Historic Selwood Cottage located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Murray and within 3 miles (5 km) of Dreher Shoals Dam and Saluda Shoals Park. Lake Murray Public Park is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
My family and I really enjoyed staying there this Wednesday and Thursday for my daughters basic training graduation, it really made my time spent a success and I’ll recommend anyone to stay there as their home away from home.
We only stayed one night. We loved the cottage and had a very comfortable stay. The host was wonderful and gave us numerous suggestions for dinner. We will stay again if we are the area.
Great place to stay. Came in from Louisiana with some friends for USC \ LSU football game. Easy to get to, quiet neighborhood and very clean. Would highly recommend staying here.
The location was perfect for us as we were coming in from out of town for a wedding that was just a 3 minute drive from here. We were very comfortable and enjoyed the character and charm of the cottage.
This is a great place to stay. The cottage is welcoming, comfortable, clean and beautiful. Excellent communication with host. Great location. We enjoyed the side porch in the morning, felt private and was very relaxing.
Everything was perfect. She thought of everything you could need while on vacation. We would love to rent this property again. The whole stay was amazing.
We had a lovely stay at Selwood Cottage and highly recommend it. The space was spotless, well appointed and in such a great neighborhood. We enjoyed the central location in Irmo - the king bed was super comfortable. Just as an FYI (and did not impact our stay whatsoever) the shower is on the small size! If you are a larger person, you’ll struggle to turn around lol.
We were visiting family for the holidays in the area this sweet little cottage ended up being with 10 minutes of everyone. Though it sits adjacent to the owners' home, it felt private with a nice screened in porch facing the woods. This will be our go to place for visits to family in the future. Great communication with owners when needed.
This home is so much prettier inside than the listing photos show. It is a gorgeous restored home and it’s clear the owners have gone to lengths to decorate it suitably and add thoughtful touches. We only stayed here two nights, but we hope it’s available when we come back to the area next. If you’re staying in the Lexington/ Lake Murray area, it’s only a short drive away and secluded on a beautiful property. Highly recommend.
I was looking for a quaint and quiet place to stay with my daughter. The Sellwood Cottage did not disappoint! The location to shopping and downtown Columbia was perfect and the lake is just a stone’s throw from it. The place was so cozy, we enjoyed reading and drinking coffee on the screened porch each morning. Kristen thought of everything! Will definitely return to stay!!
Had a great stay! The house was super clean and has everything I needed. The bed was very comfortable and I took some excellent naps. It was one of the hottest days of the year so far in Columbia, and I was cool the whole time. The neighborhood felt very safe, even staying there by myself. Yet the house was also secluded enough to feel like I had privacy. Overall excellent trip!
This is our second time staying at the Selwood Cottage and it won’t be our last. We travel a lot for work and this is exactly the type of place we wish was in every city we visit! Beautiful safe neighborhood, good location, clean, king bed, easy check-in, plenty of towels and blankets, lights left on for us, dog friendly, enough parking for our truck and trailer, and affordable!! Thank you for having us again! We’ll be back in September.
Just a charming little cottage. As soon as you open the door it welcomes you in. Even our bichon immediately felt at home. It’s CLEAN, with thoughtful small touches throughout. Nice little screened in porch with rocking chairs. And, Lake Murray is nearby. We would certainly stay again! 🐾
Gail E.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
About the host
Hosted by Kristen Oswald
My husband, Philip, and I have been married 21 years and we have 3 kids. We moved here from California for my husband's job as a musician. We have previously lived in Birmingham, AL and absolutely LOVE the south! When we saw this property on Zillow as we were looking for a home we fell in love and never looked back!
Why they chose this property
You are staying in a structure that was initially built circa 1820 and restored in 1990. The cottage was previously attached to the main house which was originally a mule barn and converted into a single family home in 1990 as well by Jerry and Carole Rothstein. If you are interested in touring the main house feel free to contact us and we would be more than happy to it share with you!
What makes this property unique
The cottage was a structure that was initially built circa 1820 and restored in 1990. The cottage was previously attached to the main house which was originally a mule barn and converted into a single family home in 1990 as well by Jerry and Carole Rothstein. If you are interested in touring the main house feel free to contact us and we would be more than happy to it share with you!