Enjoy a peaceful and relaxing time at "The Duchess". Located just minutes from the heart of Downtown Columbia, The Duchess is a NEW fully renovated home with 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, including a stunning, large master bath with double vanity and spacious shower! Plus updated, stocked, kitchen with eat-in space and comfy living room. You're only minutes away from downtown Columbia and all the shopping, eating, and entertainment the city has to offer!
The Traylor Team: Homes & Hospitality is a full service local real estate and short term rental team serving Columbia, SC with over 400+ stays! We love helping our guests have incredible stays in our properties and hope you can experience the difference of true Southern Hospitality by staying in one of our unique properties here in our beloved city! Hart and Vanessa are born and raised in the Midlands and will help care for your needs throughout your stay!
"The Dutchess" on Duke Avenue is an all brick adorable updated duplex that has both sides rented as Airbnbs. It was completely renovated in 2024 and offers exquisite updated industrial style bathrooms, 9ft celings, beautiful hardwood floors, and a completely updated kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of space that's sure to leave you feeling like royalty on your next visit to Columbia, SC!
*Perfect for 4 guests (plus an infant/toddler! Pacnplay & Crib sheet provided!)
*2 King Beds w/Dressers - Brand New Amazingly Comfortable Mattresses
*TVs in both Bedrooms & Living Room (Roku TV set to guest mode to log into your own streaming services)
*Free Fast Wifi
*Gorgeous Updated Subway Tile Bathrooms
*Master bath features Double Vanity, Walk-in shower w/2 Shower Heads w/2 separate controls
*Tub & Tile shower Combo in Hall bathroom
*Fully stocked Kitchen with everything you need to cook meals!
*KID Friendly! We have a pacnplay, crib sheet, booster seat, and a basket of toys for little ones!
*Cute Covered Front Porch w/Patio Lights to enjoy the warm South Carolina weather!
*DOG Friendly - $75/2 dogs or $100/3 dogs *We do NOT accept other animals at this time.*
*Everything is Brand NEW and fresh and clean ready for your stay!
* Minutes to Downtown!
This home is conveniently located near some great shopping and dining options and not far from some of Columbia's best attractions!
Located just:
3.3 miles (11 minutes) to Downtown Columbia
3.4 miles (9 minutes) Five Points (restaurants, bars and shopping)
3.5 miles (11 minutes) to Colonial Life Arena
3.8 miles (9 minutes) to the Vista Restaurants & Night Life
3.8 miles (9 minutes) to EdVenture Children's Museum
4 miles (9 minutes) to Riverbanks Zoo & Garden
4.2 miles (11 minutes) to the University of South Carolina
4.6 miles (12 minutes) to Devine Street District (great shopping/food!)
5.3 miles (13 minutes) to Williams Brice Stadium
11 miles (14 minutes) to Fort Jackson
14 miles (19 minutes) Columbia Metropolitan Airport
15 miles (21 minutes) to Lake Murray Dam Public Park
22 miles (36 minutes) to Congaree National Park
72 miles (1hr, 6 minutes) to The Masters, Augusta, GA
93 miles (1hr, 22 minutes) Charlotte, NC
104 miles (1hr, 35 minutes) Greenville, SC
121 miles (1hr, 54 minutes) Charleston, SC
HOME HIGHLIGHTS: 3 Smart TVs in all bedrooms and living room, board games, ceiling fans, outdoor covered patio seating with string lights, kitchen table seating for 4, workspace desk area in the living room
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove, drip coffee maker & Keurig duo + coffee, microwave, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, spices/oil
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer in laundry room in master bath, Smart Lock keyless entry (front), central heating & A/C w/full thermostate control, hair dryers, linens/towels provided
SECURITY: 2 external security cameras (facing front door & side door). Unique smartlock keyless entry code for each guest.
SUITABILITY: 4 Steps required to access front entry, single story home
PARKING: FREE Driveway Parking for 2 vehicles plus free street parking.
*Please note that this is a duplex, but you have your entire side to yourself and it has it's own AC/Thermostat with full guest control! Both sides are rented as Airbnbs to guests. Please only park in front of "The Duchess" side of the Airbnb. We named it "The Duchess" because decor turned out slightly more feminine on this side of the duplex and it's located on Duke Avenue, so we thought that a fun play on the street name!*
Please let us know how we can serve you and make your stay in Columbia the best you've every had!
You have the entire side of this duplex to yourself! Enjoy!
We live about 10 minutes away and can be there if needed for emergencies. Otherwise, you will not see us in person.
We are across the street from a Columbia fire station. We have provided sound machines in each bedroom. They seem very quiet with respect to sirens at night pulling out of the station. Very quiet area otherwise.
In addition to federal/state/local laws, and any laws enforced by your booking app, please be mindful and respectful of the following house rules:
- NO Smoking in or on the property! This is a strictly no-smoking property. If you smoke we will charge you an additional cleaning fee plus a $100 charge for ozone remediation.
- No parties, large gatherings, or loud noises. Quiet hours are 10pm-8am
- This property is a duplex, and both sides are rented as Bnbs. Please be respectful of your neighbor, and contact us with any concerns or issues.
- No unapproved guests, unless otherwise agreed upon/given permission by host. Only the guests quoted on the stay are permitted onto the property. If you have any unapproved guests, we will charge a fee of $100/unapproved guest, and require the extra guests to vacate the premises immediately. Please approve any extra visitors with us prior to bringing them onto the property even stopping by for a few minutes as we have Code Enforcement rules to adhere by in regards to guest count.
-Guests must provide first and last names of all guests and visitors on the reservation, as well as, ages of all guests.
-No bookings under the age of 25. Anyone under the age of 25 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 25 at all times while staying on the property.
-Pet friendly with a $75 pet fee for up to 2 dogs, and $100 for 3. If you bring an unapproved pet/animal, we will charge a $100 fee for additional cleaning, and will require your pet/animal to be removed immediately. Pet fee goes towards extra deep cleaning required to free the home of any allergens for other guests.
- If early check-in or late check-out are needed, please contact us no later than 7pm the day before check-in or check-out. We will try to accommodate we cannot guarantee anything. Unless otherwise agreed upon, you cannot check-in earlier than the noted check-in time and day, or check-out later than the noted check-out time and day. If you attempt to check-in earlier or stay past your check-out time without our permission, there will be an additional fee of $50/hr to pay our cleaners as they are prompt and need to be paid for their waiting time. We may also call the police for trespassing should you overstay your welcome.
- If you break/damage something, or discover something broken/damaged, please let us know
- Do not move furniture / appliances / etc.
- Do not unplug important electronics (i.e. appliances, internet, etc)
- Do not unplug, block, or tamper with exterior surveillance cameras
- Nothing but toilet paper in the toilets
To be mindful of during stay: Please help us save our quilts/duvets by sleeping inside the sheets and not on top due to body oils/lotions/sunscreens leaving stains on our nicer duvets which are more expensive to replace.
Please Note: We will NOT ship ANY items left behind. Please ensure you have gathered ALL your belongs prior to checking out. We will not be held responsible for any belongings left behind.
By booking with us you agree to not hold property owner, property manager or the Traylor Team, LLC responsible for accident, injury, or death. All bookings understand that by booking and paying for their stay, they accept these terms at the time of booking for the duration and thereafter of their stay.
If you break any of these rules we may charge additional fees or file claims for damages and we reserve the right to terminate your stay without any refunds.
