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Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Bathroom
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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West Columbia, SC
  • Place, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Colonial Life Arena
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River

Welcome to Saluda Gem – a peaceful retreat tucked away on the scenic Saluda River in West Columbia, South Carolina. This corner-unit condo offers privacy, comfort, and beautiful views of the water, all while being just minutes from the best of Columbia. Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway, a family visit, or to catch a game at Williams-Brice Stadium, Saluda Gem provides the perfect balance of relaxation and convenience.

The Space

Step inside and feel at home. The condo is bright, comfortable, and well-equipped for your stay. The highlight is the private deck overlooking the river—a wonderful spot to enjoy your morning coffee, read a book, or unwind at sunset. In summer, you’ll also have access to the community pool, a great way to cool off after a day of exploring.

This is a quiet, residential community, making it ideal for couples, solo travelers, and families who value a restful environment.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Saluda Gem is perfectly situated for easy access to Columbia’s top spots:

* I-26 is minutes away, making travel simple.
* The Vista & Downtown Columbia offer shopping, dining, and nightlife just across the river.
* Williams-Brice Stadium is close by for football weekends.
* Fort Jackson is an easy 20-minute drive to visit your soldier.

For outdoor fun, you’re spoiled for choice:

* Columbia Canal & Riverfront Park (under 3 miles) – flat, paved walking trail, scenic river overlooks, picnic shelters, and even an amphitheater.
* Riverbanks Zoo & Garden – one of the Southeast’s best family attractions, featuring animal exhibits, a farmyard, giraffe and lorikeet feedings, a carousel, splash zone, ropes course, and zipline.
* Congaree National Park – a short drive away, offering trails, boardwalks, and canoeing in a one-of-a-kind old-growth forest.

Foodies will love the variety of local dining options, from casual pizza joints to fine dining with white tablecloths.

Guest Access & Features

* Private corner-unit condo
* Deck with river view
* Seasonal community pool access
* Wi-Fi, TV, and all the essentials for a comfortable stay

Important Notes

* A doorbell camera is located at the front door for safety.
* This is a residential community. Out of respect for our neighbors, quiet hours are strictly observed from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
* This is not a party rental. Guests seeking a loud gathering spot will need to look elsewhere. Any violation of noise or community rules will result in immediate cancellation of your stay.

Why Guests Love Saluda Gem

Most visitors tell us their favorite part is waking up to the peaceful sound of the river and enjoying the convenience of being so close to downtown without the noise and congestion. It’s the best of both worlds—tranquil nature and vibrant city life.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

West Columbia

West Columbia is home to this condo. Lake Murray and Congaree Creek Heritage Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and Riverbanks Botanical Garden. 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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West Columbia, SC

What's nearby

  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • University of South Carolina - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Colonial Life Arena - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Williams Brice Stadium - 9 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 6 min drive
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bierkeller Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪50's Patrol Car (68) - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet Corner Unit with Deck Overlooking the Saluda River located?

Situated in West Columbia, this condo building is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Riverbanks Botanical Garden and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from University of South Carolina. West Columbia Riverwalk and South Carolina State Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CJ

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

Columbia stay

I enjoyed this place and enjoyed all that was included definitely will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Convenient location, great accommodations

We had a great stay - thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was well maintained and super clean. Easy check in/out.Didn't really explore the area much as we were in for USC family weekend. Campus was only 10 mins away. Host was very communicative. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

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

Convenient to Ft. Jackson

Our stay was short, but good. No troubles. Bob was an excellent communicator. We were in town for our son's graduation from Basic Training at Fort Jackson.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in West Columbia. This condo is clean, and we like a really clean space in which to stay on our travels. Who wouldn’t? It has beautiful green trees outside the sliding doors that hid the Saluda River during our August stay. You feel enclosed in lush greenery. It is a private community that is quiet and beautifully landscaped. We were 5 minutes away from Riverside Botanical Gardens and Zoo! Our stay was a delight. Bob and Dana are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio M.

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

Nice houses

It was a great stay, great location quiet and clean place..
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

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

Quiet and perfect

The property was very nice, clean and very cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita B.

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

Nice Place

Found everything to be clean inside and very comfortable. However we were unable to enjoy the patio due to the number of spiders and their webs. Maybe some heavy duty bug killer.
According to Google, it's a Giant Golden Orbweaver.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

graduation

The property was perfect!! My family stayed here because we were going to a graduation in Ft Jackson. The drive was super easy and only 25 minutes away from the base. The property location was also easy to visit other places and restaurants. My daughter had workouts to complete while we were here and there was plenty of room to get her runs in. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali N.

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

Perfect little getaway

Our stay was wonderful! We love this condo and would stay here again the owner was so nice and quick with any questions I had
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill F.

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

Nice place for Fort Jackson graduation

Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha C.

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

Beautiful and Clean in a Quiet Neighborhood

This was perfect for our stay to attend our son's bootcamp graduation from Fort Jackson. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

beth f.

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

Great stay

This apartment was very roomy and quite comfortable. Bob was very easy to get in contact with and friendly to talk to. The river walk nearby is a must because it was beautiful and shady. The trail was either cemented or had a board walk. I plan to rent this apartment in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina F.

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

Great Stay!

Nice, quiet, safe area. Close to everything! Comfortable beds, perfect for business trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

Exactly as listed

The condo was located within a quick driving distance to all local hotspots. Easy access and quiet neighborhood. Condo was clean and master bed was so comfortable I wanted to take the mattress home with me! Communication with owner was quick and easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

merewalesi t.

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

Comfortable and Affordable Accomodation

Great, family accomodation as advertised. We rented this place to accomodate for my sons graduation at Fort Jackson. Close to Fort Jackson and limited traffic getting there. Will definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

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

Nice place

Located in a great spot. Conveniently located. Host was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

m13usc H.

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

Amazing home

The place is immaculate! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Great Stay!

Communication was great, had a few issues that were quickly resolved! Pool onsite was perfect for our quick getaway, highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

Great condo!

The condo was so cute and exactly as listed. The owner communicated well with us and checked in to make sure we had everything we needed (which we did!). We loved being so close to all of the things we wanted to do (the riverwalk, Soda City Market, exploring the USC campus, going to a USC football game). We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick A.

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

Great stay for military graduation.

We stayed for a family members graduation from Ft Jackson. We were close enough to arrive at the basee quickly but far enough away to not be burdened by base traffic. The location is very quiet and if needed we would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cliff M.

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

Me

Thanks for sharing your condo. We had a great time. We got to spend some quality time with our grandsons
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia M.

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

Great Stay

We stayed at this rental for two nights to attend our son’s Fort Jackson BCt graduation and everything was amazing. It is very clean and organized. Great view. Plenty of parking. The host checked in frequently to ask if everything was ok and if we needed anything. We would highly recommend this rental .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maree A.

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

Clean, Convenient, and Quiet

We enjoyed our stay! The host was very prompt and thorough in his communications and the property was nice and quiet and had everything we needed. The selection of pots and pans to cook with was maybe a little slim, but it was made up for by having a few extras like ziploc bags, foil, etc. that came in handy. Overall it was a great stay, and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

shelley s.

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

Visiting for USC graduation weekend

Cozy. Not fancy, but totally functional for our needs. Would have been sweet to have a few more bath towels and wash cloths for our 4 day stay, but we made do with what we had. Pretty convenient to everywhere we needed to go for this celebratory weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Bob Swarner

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