The Historic Selwood Cottage

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a lamp, and a decorative headboard.
A two-story house with a front porch, a staircase leading to the second floor, and a small garden area with mulch and gravel.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden ceiling, and a hanging light fixture.
A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and TV, a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink, and a ceiling fan.
A porch with two rocking chairs and a wooden floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Murray

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Columbia, SC
  • Place, Lake Murray
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Dreher Shoals Dam
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs loft

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs bathroom

Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Columbia

Located in Columbia, this cottage is on a river. Imara Woman and Governor's Mansion are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Murray and Dreher Shoals Dam. Check out an event or a game at Colonial Life Arena, and consider making time for Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, a top attraction not to be missed. 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.
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Columbia, SC

What's nearby

  • Lake Murray - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dreher Shoals Dam - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of South Carolina - 19 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 20 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Fort Jackson - 27 min drive - 45.4 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 19 min drive
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cheesy Pint Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬5 min drive

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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Historic Selwood Cottage?

As of 3 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Historic Selwood Cottage on 7 March 2027 start from NZ$852, 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.

How much is parking at The Historic Selwood Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 192 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for the masters and it was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed a few days for our daughter’s college graduation. We really enjoyed staying here. I loved the enclosed porch, perfect for my morning cup of coffee and gather my energy back up in such a busy week. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were only here for an over night stop. It was clean and comfortable. I loved how everything was labeled in the kitchen. Our pupper was also able to stay with us. We would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly clean and cozy! Perfect little retreat. Just stopped along our route for one night but would absolutely book here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, quaint, comfortable and clean.Great central location - especially for the dam Lake Murray and Pine Island.Host very responsive.The shower is on the small side.No dishwasher, but I’m old school and wash dishes by hand.In a perfect world, a washer and dryer would be nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy and the cottage was well appointed. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The sweet charm of this rustic treasure make for a great escape along with our pups! We had a lovely few days during our third visit to the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice place to stay when visiting Columbia

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very nice stay at this place. The home was perfect for us and had everything we needed. It was a very pet friendly place too, as we brought our dogs. Nice yard and small covered porch for us to sit outside in the evenings. We were happy here.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such an absolutely beautiful place to stay overnight on our trek to TN. It was clean, had comfortable beds and was nicely decorated. It was perfect for 4 of us. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cottage

The stay was so beautiful I couldn’t recommend it more. Excellent area to stay in and super easy check in process.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable stay and so close to the lake. Perfect for our family of 4. We will be back next year.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and in a nice and safe neighborhood!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is amazing!! The owners did a fantastic job restoring it, and we really enjoyed our week there. Our favorite part was the screened in porch and the openess of the living and kitchen. They have everything you need for it being a historical site. We would definitely recommend staying here, and would stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great hospitality

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was beautiful! Loved the screened in porch and neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

Always a great stay! Everything you need and comfy!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was excellent. Everything seemed new and well cared for. The only thing that I would recommend and that we missed, was a write up on the history of the building (barn) and the farm or main house next- door.
Cottage is on the left.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We did an overnight stay here for a concert. The location was perfect and the cottage was very nice! Contact was great with the host and the area was beautiful. Highly recommend if looking for a place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stop over

Stopped over on drive from Florida to Ohio. Cabin was cozy and extra clean, and we really appreciated the ability to stay there with our dogs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage

Wonderful stay at this private cottage.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

was easy to check,place was neat and had everything you would need for a nice relaxed stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an excellent stay. Very spacious and great sleeping areas for a small cottage! We loved the screened in porch for dinner! Kitchen had everything we needed. We all commented how comfy the bedding was and loved having all the extra towels
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend stay

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cozy cottage

The cottage was super charming and very clean. The property was beautiful as well. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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