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Alchemist @ The Vestry on Read

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A modern living room with a sofa, a dining area, a kitchen with a built-in island, and a ceiling fan.
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Interior
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, stainless steel sink, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern lounge area with a leather sofa, two blue chairs, and a small round table.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Benedict College

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Columbia, SC
  • Place, Benedict College
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Allen University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Township Auditorium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Common Spaces

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the area

Columbia

Downtown Columbia, a neighbourhood in Columbia, is home to this apartment. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and EdVenture Children's Museum are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Murray and Sesquicentennial State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Colonial Life Arena or Williams Brice Stadium.
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Columbia, SC

What's nearby

  • Benedict College - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Allen University - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Township Auditorium - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Segra Park - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • University of South Carolina - 5 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 11 min drive
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cook-Out - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Knowledge Perk Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anthony's Dairy Bar - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Alchemist @ The Vestry on Read pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Alchemist @ The Vestry on Read?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Alchemist @ The Vestry on Read?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alchemist @ The Vestry on Read?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Alchemist @ The Vestry on Read located?

Located in Downtown Columbia, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Benedict College and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from University of South Carolina. Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Allen University are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great price and accommodating especially for our whole family. nice and close by to our daughters college. We will be staying again next time we come to visit ber
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2026
Hi Alison! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your stay and found the location convenient for visiting your daughter. We’d be happy to host you and your family again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication and value for the location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. Perfect for our needs with lots of space and amazing communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2026
Laura, I'm glad you had a great stay! Hope to welcome you again in the future!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sorority bonding

It was a nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

It was perfect from beginning to end! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay!

We had a wonderful stay at this really cool remodeled church. The location is super convenient. The apartment has everything you need including comfortable beds and a well appointed kitchen. This is definitely one of the most modern and updated properties I’ve stayed in Columbia. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Place

My family and I went for my sons BT Graduation at Fort Jackson. It was very close, only 15-20 minutes away. The place was just as pictured on the website. It was very lovely and cozy, but also very clean. The host was always super quick to respond to my messages. I would definitely recommend staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Alchemist

My family has a lovely stay in the Alchemist unit. We stayed for my daughter’s graduation from boot camp. It was close to base. The place was exactly as described, well furnished, comfortable beds, and very clean! I would highly recommend booking this place to other guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful. I’ll
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental itself was gorgeous. I loved the decor of the place especially the cleaning less. The check in process was easy. We did arrive a few minutes early (20 minutes) and waited for 4pm to gain access (not their fault). The location was closed to many restaurants and shopping stores. This was very convenient especially with young kids. The time to get to Ft. Jackson Army base was less than 10 minutes. The rooms and space of the location made it very comfortable for all of us. We didn't feel we were crowded into a small place. The 3 bathrooms was a huge hit as we didn't feel like we had to wait in line. My family and I were very pleased with the stay. The neighbor was really quiet at all times and never experience any problems with our stay. The management office kept us informed of all requirements and were always available if we had any question. WE DEFINATELY recommend this place for large families looking to stay in the Columbia SC location. R,AngelU.S. NAVY RET.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem with easy access to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we needed for our stay as we were in town visiting to see our soldier graduate basic at Fort Jackson. Place was very clean and exceeded our expectations. Only thing i would recommend if you stay here- there are no TV’s in the bedrooms- so bring your laptop
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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