At Forest Lake Retreat | Backyard Sanctuary & Hot Tub, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$1,119
NZ$1,119
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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About this property
Forest Lake Retreat | Backyard Sanctuary & Hot Tub
Welcome to Forest Lake Retreat! Enjoy private backyard oasis with relaxing spa pool, fire pit, and a spacious screened-in porch for the perfect getaway. Home features a wine fridge, in law-suite with kitchenette, and an updated primary bathroom featuring a luxurious multi-head shower and a cosy towel warmer for ultimate comfort & relaxation.
★ 2 King Beds + 1 Queen Bed + 3 Twin Beds + Pull Out ★ SmartTV in Living Room ★ Hot Tub ★ Fire pit ★ 2 Miles to City centre / USC ★ 1 Mile to Ft. Jackson
Forest Lake retreat is a stylish and comfortable getaway in the heart of Columbia. This spacious home sleeps 10 and features a private backyard oasis with a spa pool, screened porch with fireplace, and a spa-inspired primary suite. Perfectly located near Ft. Jackson, USC, and city centre Columbia, it’s the ideal spot to relax or explore the city.
Where you’ll sleep: ☆ 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms + Sofa (Sleeps 10) ☆ Bedroom 1 (Primary) – King Bed (ensuite + upstairs) ☆ Bedroom 2 - Queen Bed (ensuite + upstairs) ☆ Bedroom 3- King Bed + Twin Bed (lower level main room) ☆ Bedroom 4- 2 Twin Beds (lower level)
What you’ll enjoy about this home: ☆ Private backyard Sanctuary ☆ Screen Porch ☆ Family Friendly ☆ Fast Wi-Fi ☆ Hot Tub ☆ Towel Warmer in primary ☆ Bidets in all bathrooms ☆ Drip coffee maker ☆ High quality bedding ☆ Driveway Parking for 6
“The house looks amazing! But how far away is it from where I want to go?” -So glad you asked!
Driving times: (arrange from closest to furthest) ☆ Fort Jackson – 5 minutes ☆ City centre / USC – 17 minutes ☆ Williams Brice Stadium – 17 minutes ☆ Riverbanks Zoo – 22 minutes ☆ CAE – 26minutes ☆ Lake Murray – 32 minutes ☆ Congaree National Park – 28 minutes
You will receive a “boarding pass” upon confirmation with guidebooks, property specific details, check in / parking instructions and more! You can share this link with anyone in your party for access to the details!
Please note that we have exterior cameras at driveway gate, car port, front door, back corner above patio, east side of the house and back corner near driveway. Most are non-operational. Only ring cameras in carport, and front door are operational. The maximum occupancy that is shown in the listing includes any and all visitors that will be at the home. Over-occupancy or unauthorised events will result in IMMEDIATE eviction without a 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 pretences will be denied access with no refund.
You must be 25 years of age or older 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 a 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.
A starter amenity package is provided for each reservation. These items are intended as a complimentary starter supply only and may not be replenished during the stay.
Pets must be approved in advance. We charge a pet fee for up to 2 pets at all 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.
For stays longer than 21 days, we charge an additional cleaning fee. If the house is left in a state that requires additional cleaning, we will charge a fee that covers the additional expense.
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.
Hot Tub – Summer Months: During the summer months in SC, extreme outdoor temperatures and heat indexes may prevent the spa pool from maintaining its typical heated temperature. For guest safety, the spa pool may operate at a lower temperature and, at times, the water temperature may be similar to the pool. This is normal during periods of extreme heat and is not considered a malfunction.
Columbia is home to this holiday home. Sesquicentennial State Park and Congaree Creek Heritage Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and Palmetto Performing Arts. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Colonial Life Arena or Williams Brice Stadium. Visit our Columbia travel guide
Is Forest Lake Retreat | Backyard Sanctuary & Hot Tub pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Forest Lake Retreat | Backyard Sanctuary & Hot Tub?
As of 7 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forest Lake Retreat | Backyard Sanctuary & Hot Tub on 9 Nov 2026 start from NZ$1,119, 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 Forest Lake Retreat | Backyard Sanctuary & Hot Tub?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Forest Lake Retreat | Backyard Sanctuary & Hot Tub?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Forest Lake Retreat | Backyard Sanctuary & Hot Tub?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Forest Lake Retreat | Backyard Sanctuary & Hot Tub located?
Situated in Columbia, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Fort Jackson, Palmetto Falls Water Park and Palmetto Performing Arts. Columbia Place Mall is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.
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Forest Lake Retreat | Backyard Sanctuary & Hot Tub Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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There was not a whole lot of kitchen items. Not many if any plastic containers and we couldn’t locate any glass bakeware to make a casserole in. It would have also been nice to have an TV in the master bedroom. Other than that it was perfect and peaceful for my Son’s graduation.
We had an amazing weekend at this lovely retreat tucked into a beautiful lakeside neighborhood. House is spacious, very clean and more than comfortable to accommodate our party of 8. Beds were so comfortable and linens fresh and crisp. Great layout to relax and enjoy. Hot tub was a great way to relax the end of a busy day. 15 minute drive to downtown and USC, shops and restaurants short drive away. Felt very safe and welcoming. Would highly recommend!!