Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast – Family Hotel in Columbia | From 232$/Night

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About the Hotel

1718 Hampton Street, Columbia, South Carolina, United States, SC 29201-3420

“"Staying at Chestnut Cottage was a good experience so close to downtown!"”view full review

Historic Accommodations

Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast offers five rooms with private bathrooms featuring bidets and bathrobes. Each air-conditioned room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, and a dining area. The property was constructed around 1850 in the Columbia Cottage architectural style with preserved original elements.

Daily Gourmet Breakfast

Guests receive freshly made plated breakfasts each morning served on vintage china. The menu reflects seasonal ingredients and local flavors. A self-serve coffee and tea station is available 24/7.

Central Columbia Location

Located in downtown Columbia's historic district, the inn is 0.3 km from Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens, 0.5 km from First Baptist Church, and 1.5 km from the South Carolina State House. The Township Auditorium is within walking distance. Columbia Metropolitan Airport is 20 km away.

Complimentary Guest Amenities

The property provides free parking on a private lot, high-speed WiFi throughout, and his and hers robes with slippers. Handcrafted luxury mattresses and high-quality linens are featured in all rooms.

Historical Significance

This was the home of General James and Mary Boykin Chesnut during the Civil War. President Jefferson Davis addressed a crowd from the front steps in 1864. The property maintains its original architectural details including a central dormer with arched window and octagonal columns.

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Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Triple Room

2 persons

37 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Deluxe King Suite

2 persons

35 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe King Room

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Superior Queen Room

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Tips on navigating the city

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City Centre

Columbia 1.2 km

Airports

Columbia Metropolitan (CAE) 18.6 km

Facilities

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Delicious Gourmet Breakfast

“The breakfast at Chesnut Cottage was truly a highlight of our stay. Each morning, we enjoyed a good three-course meal, beautifully presented and made with fresh ingredients. The coffee and tea service was available throughout the day, adding to our relaxing experience.” view full review

Cozy and Comfortable Accommodations

“We stayed in the carriage house room, perfect and cozy. The bed was incredibly comfortable, with nice linens that ensured we had restful nights. The charm of the room seemed like a step back in time, combined with all the modern amenities.” view full review

Historic Charm with Modern Touches

“Our room was appointed beautifully with historical décor that captured the essence of the B&B's history while also being equipped with the conveniences we needed. Even the smallest room, the Mary Chesnut room, felt spacious and cute.” view full review

Engaging Atmosphere

“The atmosphere at Chesnut Cottage was engaging and warm. We had good conversations with other guests during breakfast, and the personal tour of the cottage added an enriching layer to our stay. It seemed like visiting with friends rather than just staying at a B&B.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Security
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Tours/Ticket assistance

Children

Board games

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

1718 Hampton Street, Columbia, South Carolina, United States, SC 29201-3420

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1718 Hampton Street, Columbia, South Carolina, United States, SC 29201-3420

City landmarks

Museum

Columbia Museum of Art

920 m

University

University of South Carolina

1.8 km

Public Building

South Carolina State House

1.5 km

Museum

South Carolina State Museum

2.3 km

Museum

EdVenture Children's Museum

2.3 km

Church

First Baptist Church

640 m

Landmark

Never Bust Chain

830 m

Landmark

African American History Monument

980 m

Church

St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church

1.1 km

Landmark

Hootie and the Blowfish Monument

1.4 km

Landmark

Mc Kissick Museums

1.0 km

Church

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

1.0 km

Landmark

Wade Hampton Statue

1.1 km

Church

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral

830 m

Landmark

Cocky Statue

1.2 km

Event hall

Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

2.1 km

Park

Finlay Park

1.3 km

Stadium

Colonial Life Arena

2.7 km

University

Allen University

650 m

Park

Maxcy Gregg Park

1.9 km

Landmark

Five Points

1.2 km

Landmark

War Dog Memorial

1.6 km

Landmark

Mann-Simons Cottage

870 m

Landmark

Columbia Fire Museum

760 m

Church

First Presbyterian Church

800 m

Nearby

Museum

Robert Mills House and Gardens

210 m

1400 Taylor St

Worlds Largest Fire Hydrant

490 m

1615 Blanding St

Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens

30 m

Historic Site

Woodrow Wilson Family Home

420 m

1550 Marion St

Tunnel Vision Mural

550 m

Restaurants

Crepes et Croissants

1.0 km

1465 Sumter St

Lunch Box

1.1 km

1305 Lady St

Greek Boys

840 m

1469 Sumter St

Cook-Out

1.2 km

1109 Harden St

Fancy That Bistro and Catering

870 m

1212 Hampton St

Cantina 76 Main Street

1.2 km

1301 Main St Corner of Main & Lady St

Drake's Duck-In

840 m

1544 Main St

Sweet Cream Co

740 m

1627 Main St

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Chesnut Cottage Inn Bed & Breakfast – A Favorite for Families in Columbia

About the Hotel

Historic Accommodations

Daily Gourmet Breakfast

Central Columbia Location

Complimentary Guest Amenities

Historical Significance

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Guest Parking

Services

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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