You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment
This is the downstairs apartment of a historic duplex that was built in 1930 and completely renovated in 2020. The building is on a busy urban street so expect to hear some road noise inside of the apartment. The entire space has been completely redone and decorated in a splash of gem tones throughout. Comfy velvet upholstery, vibrant art work, glamorous black and brass light fixtures, and colorful vintage glass accessories give the guests of the Gem of Bull Street an extra pep in their step!
The house is on a busy street and guests should expect to hear road noise, especially in the living room of the apartment. We do provide a sound machine and ear plugs for light sleepers.
The living area has comfortable furnishings, a 55” Roku TV (no cable), a dedicated work space, and a covered porch facing the BullStreet District. The king size bedroom has a plush upholstered velvet bed frame, bedside tables, lamps, charging stations and a large closet for clothes and storage. The bathroom has been completely renovated and has brand new floor and wall tile, a stand-up shower, and the original vintage privacy glass bathroom window. The spacious eat-in kitchen has brand new granite counters, gray shaker cabinets and stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher and electric range. A washer and dryer is located in the kitchen and a back door leads to the shared back entry. There is a large closet off of the living room for extra storage with a rolling barn door too.
We live nearby and are accessible by the Airbnb app, phone or text during your stay.
This building is on a busy urban street. Expect to hear road noise both inside and outside of the apartment at all times. This may include emergency vehicle sirens, general road traffic, horns, and construction noises as the development is ongoing across the street at The BullStreet District. A Starbucks, REI Co-Op and Minor League Baseball (starting May 11th) is also located across the street in The BullStreet District Development.
Cottontown is an awesome well established historic neighborhood that is within a mile of the downtown business district of Columbia. We love this hood so much that we also call it home and live a few blocks away. There are so many friendly people in Cottontown, don't be surprised if folks wave or stop and chat with you if you decide to talk a stroll or walk to one of the several local businesses within a block or two of your door. Our personal favorites are, well, everything! Make sure to stop in at The Cottontown Brew Lab for one of their many specialty craft beers or swing into Indah Coffee for a cup of their specialty roasted cafes. The War Mouth is our favorite spot for a nice sit down dinner and cocktails, make sure to try their deviled eggs with their homemade hot sauce, they won't disappoint! Rambo's Fat Cat Biscuits is the newest eatery to open in our neighborhood and they offer take-out and eat-in delicious sinfully good biscuits! Il Focolare pizza is also a short stroll away and no need to tip, every employee is paid a living wage at this local 90s themed female owned business (SmallSugar is a short drive away and under the same ownership). Curiosity Coffee has a great little spot with local merchandise for purchase and plenty of brews, drinks and of course, coffee. We love the Vino Garage and they regularly schedule food trucks and pop-ups in their parking lot, so stop in for the perfect wine / beer dinner pairings! Vegan? No problem, Peace of Soul is within two blocks of this apartment and has been slinging out soulful vegan food since the 80s. Did we mention that the Bull Street Development where the Columbia Fireflies Baseball Stadium, REI Co-Op store and Starbucks (opening soon) is also within a few blocks walk? There is so much to love about Cottontown, there's too much to list!
According to Maps, this house is .4 miles to Segra Park / Columbia Fireflies Baseball Stadium, 1.6 miles from USC/Horseshoe, 6.6 miles from Ft. Jackson Visitors Center, 3.8 miles from Williams-Brice Stadium and 2.0 miles from the Columbia Metro Convention Center.
You will have to park on the side street around the corner from the building. This is one building in from the corner and you will need to park on the side street, Jefferson. You may enter the apartment through the private entry at the front facing Bull Street under the covered porch or enter through the shared back door.
Permit #STRN-003904-08-2023
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 this property has a $500 refundable deposit that is charged at the time of reservation. * The maximum occupancy that is shown in the listing includes any and all visitors that will be at the home. Over-occupancy or unauthorized events will result in IMMEDIATE eviction without 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 pretenses will be denied access with no refund.
You must be 25 years of age or older in order 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 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.
Pets must be approved in advance. We charge a pet fee for up to 2 pets at all of 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.
If the property is left in an unusually dirty condition that requires deep cleaning beyond our standard turnover, an additional fee will be charged to cover the extra housekeeping costs.
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.
Property manager
Wendy Bergmann
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
85004
About the area
Columbia, SC
What's nearby
Township Auditorium - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Benedict College - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
University of South Carolina - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Colonial Life Arena - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Columbia Station - 8 min drive
Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min walk
Starbucks - 2 min walk
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 13 min walk
Publico at BullStreet - 8 min walk
Lizard's Thicket - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment?
As of 13 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment on 14 Jul 2025 start from NZ$401.71, 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.
What time is check-in at The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Gem of Bull Street Downstairs DT Apartment located?
Located in Downtown Columbia, this apartment building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Modjeska Monteith Simpkins House and 1.9 mi (3 km) from University of South Carolina. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and Segra Park are also within 15 minutes.
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10/10
It Was very convenient for me during my transition
Zhan'e J.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Nice place, a historic feel to it. The only issue is road / traffic noise in the house. Maybe modern windows would help.
Mark & Anne H.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
8/10
Street noise was not expected. Loud ! New windows may help. The current 1940 models need to be replaced.