Looking for hospitality that’s minutes from Columbia? Heartwood Furnished Homes is a local provider of furnished accommodations in Columbia, Lake Murray, and surrounding areas. We look forward to hosting you in a Heartwood Home! This home offers:
★ 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Full Beds + 2 Twin Beds ★ SmartTV in Living Room ★ Fast Wifi for Business Travel ★ Family Friendly w/ Board Games ★ Shared Lobby Area ★ Private Parking ★ 2 Miles to Downtown / USC ★ 12 Miles to Ft. Jackson
Welcome to #TheVestryOnRead! This remodeled old church building is only minutes to the University of South Carolina campus, Williams-Brice Stadium, South Carolina State House, and Fort Jackson. This building has 5 separate units in one! Not time to check in yet? No problem!! Relax in our shared lobby area and enjoy a cup of coffee. This listing is for our Alchemist Unit, you get everything listed in unit B.
Where you’ll sleep: ☆ 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms (Sleeps 10) ☆ Bedroom 1 (Primary) - King Bed w/ ensuite (downstairs) ☆ Bedroom 2 - Queen Bed (downstairs) ☆ Bedroom 3 - 2 Full Beds (upstairs) ☆ Common Area - Twin Daybed w/ Twin Trundle (upstairs)
What you’ll enjoy about this Heartwood Home: ☆ Family Friendly with Pack n Play & Highchair (upon request) ☆ Fast Wifi ☆ Locally roasted coffee (drip coffee maker) ☆ Starter Supplies ☆ High quality bedding ☆ Driveway Parking ☆ Shared Lobby Area
“The place looks amazing! But how far away is it from where I want to go?” -So glad you asked!
Driving times: ☆ Downtown / USC – 7 minutes ☆ Williams Brice Stadium - 13 minutes ☆ Riverbanks – 9 minutes ☆ Fort Jackson – 11 minutes ☆ CAE - 21 minutes ☆ Lake Murray – 23 minutes ☆ Congaree National Park – 35 minutes
Permit # STRN-003930-08-2023
Guests have everything listed in the Alchemist unit, along with the shared lobby. The maximum occupancy that is shown in the listing includes any and all visitors that will be at the home. Over-occupancy or unauthorized events will result in IMMEDIATE eviction without refund. Any guest who refuses to vacate when instructed will be treated as a trespasser.
No parties, events, or gatherings over the listed occupancy are allowed under any circumstances. Bookings made under false pretenses will be denied access with no refund.
You must be 25 years of age or older in order to book one of our homes.
While we ask a series of screening questions to all guests, local guests are subject to additional screening steps, including a phone call. We reserve the right to cancel any guest reservations at our discretion.
Quiet hours are from 10PM until 8AM every day of the week. We have zero tolerance for noise complaints and multiple violations will result in immediate eviction without refund.
No smoking or vaping inside of the home under any circumstances. You will incur an additional fee of $500 if you smoke within the home + the cost of any damages. If you smoke outdoors you must dispose of any debris safely, do not discard anything in the yard or patio.
No illegal substances or activities on the premises.
Pets must be approved in advance. We charge a pet fee for up to 2 pets at all of our pet friendly locations. If there is evidence of any undisclosed pets in the home (pet friendly or non-pet friendly), you will be charged for cleaning + any additional damages.
If the property is left in an unusually dirty condition that requires deep cleaning beyond our standard turnover, an additional fee will be charged to cover the extra housekeeping costs.
Early check in and late check out for up to 2 hours is available per calendar availability, at an additional cost. This must be requested through your boarding pass, and we will approve / decline after reviewing our cleaning schedule.
Do not tamper with smoke detectors, security devices, or Wi-Fi equipment.
If personal items are left behind a fee of $25 + shipping costs will be charged back to you.
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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 and a first aid kit
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 while in town? See what's happening at Charlie W. Johnson Stadium or Segra Park.
Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
KFC - 9 min walk
Cook-Out - 3 min drive
Hotspot - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Alchemist @ The Vestry on Read pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Alchemist @ The Vestry on Read?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alchemist @ The Vestry on Read on 5 July 2026 start from AU$247, 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 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 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from University of South Carolina. Charlie W. Johnson Stadium and Allen University are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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
Jill L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Jessica K.
15 Mar 2025
Jessica K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
About the host
Hosted by Wendy Bergmann
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests