Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read

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A kitchen with a bar area, wooden bar stools, and decorative wall elements.
Interior
A modern lounge area with a leather sofa, two blue chairs, and a small round table.
Lobby
A spacious room with a wooden floor, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a staircase.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Benedict College

Popular amenities

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

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 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common Spaces

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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 Koger Center for the Arts are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Soda City Market and Columbia Place Mall. 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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Map
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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anthony's Dairy Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Knowledge Perk Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sherlock + Watson @ 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

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very quick with replies when contacted. Check in was easy and seamless. The rooms were clean and directions were clear. The fire alarm did go off at 3 in the morning (for 5-7 minutes) I will say, it is loud and serves its function well. Glad to know safety is at the fore front. We stayed in The Sherlock and The Watson, they were both really well decorated and gave off a cool vibe. I highly recommend The Vestry and would stay again if ever in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read on 29 Oct 2026
Thanks for your kind review and recommendation! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the unique character of The Sherlock and The Watson. We truly appreciate your understanding with the fire alarm and we’d love to welcome you back to The Vestry!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My 10 friends and I loved staying at this property! The motifs and decorations of each room were very cool and made us feel like we were back in time. We especially loved the lobby area where our group that was staying in four units was able to gather each night in a common space. If I return to Columbia in the future, I would definitely stay here again. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing. Everything was great…can’t wait to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, unique place! Excellent value for the money. The upstairs bed with the trundle is very squeaky, and there is also a lot of water / pipe noise, so I kept waking up. The parking lot is very small and not paved. I had a lot of sand and dirt in my car because of it. There were a couple people there with trucks, so I was forced to back out on the street (luckily not super busy). A firm ergo pillow would have been nice also. Overall, a nice place to stay with plenty of towels and washrags. Love the coffee in the Lobby!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2026
Felicia, thanks for your thoughtful review! We’re glad you enjoyed the unique space, towels, and Lobby coffee. We appreciate your feedback on the bed, water noise, parking, and pillow. We hope to welcome you back in the future! Safe travels.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was disappointing to say the least for the price that was paid. The floors were absolutely filthy. I have pictures of the bottoms of our feet if you would like to see. The oven wasn’t clean and started to smoke after it was turned on. The water in the toilet outside the master bedroom ran constantly. Every time the toilet was flushed, I had to remove the tank lid and adjust the flap to stop the water flow. Our family was attending what should have been an joyous event but the accommodations sort of put a damper on it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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