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Mins to Ft Moore & Downtown - The Columbus Cottage

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
TV, offices
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 896 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mins to Ft Moore & Downtown - The Columbus Cottage

Summary:
This charming cottage combines historic charm with modern amenities. Conveniently located just minutes from I-185 for easy access to Fort Moore and only 15 minutes from downtown, it’s perfect for short or long stays. Note: The guesthouse in the backyard is rented separately—contact us about renting both. We’ve included professional photos and real-time images from our cleaning team to ensure you know exactly what to expect during your stay.

The Space:
This is a beautiful historic home that has been updated. You will love the original hardwood floors that give the house its historic character, but you will also enjoy the modern comforts since both the bathroom and kitchen have been redone very nicely. One bedroom has a king bed. One is a queen. The last room is a semi-private space with no door but offers privacy with a curtain; this space has a double bed.

Please note: the guesthouse in the back is rented separately and shares the driveway parking and backyard with the main house.

***A pack 'n play/travel crib is available upon request.***

Guest Access:
The house has a digital combo lock pad. We will provide you with the code upon check-in.

The Neighborhood:
This is a very quiet and safe residential neighborhood. I actually live in a separate unit in the back, so I can personally vouch that it is a great neighborhood!

Getting Around:
There is no public transportation in the neighborhood, so you will need to drive or plan to take cab/Uber.

Other Things to Note:
The driveway parking and backyard are shared with the guest house in the back.

***A pack 'n play/travel crib is available upon request.***

We require a signed rental agreement and for guest to be 25 years of age to book.

If you notify us of your intent to cancel prior to the lapse of the free cancellation period, we will return 97% of your payment. The other 3% will already have been collected by the credit card processing company, and we have no way to return that portion of the payment.

We are a pet friendly home. Pets must be crated when they are left unattended in the home. We do not allow pets on furniture or beds, and all waste must be cleaned up from the yard. All pets require a non-refundable pet fee. If there is evidence of pet hair on the furniture, excess hair in the home, stains, or waste found in the yard or home, you will be charged the cost to clean this. In the event that a security deposit is collected, we will retain all or part of the security deposit to cover any costs associated with additional cleaning due to pets.

Interaction with Guests:
I live in the unit in the back. It is completely separate from the house you are renting, so you could easily go your entire stay without seeing me, but if you ever need anything, I am right there!

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1036 sq ft (96 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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 Registration Number STVR-11-23-7540

Property is also known as

60f6fd5a26b81a002e987256

About the neighborhood

Map
Columbus, Georgia

What's nearby

  • Peachtree Mall - 18 min walk
  • Columbus State University - 3 min drive
  • Hughston Clinic - 5 min drive
  • Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside - 6 min drive
  • Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Columbus, GA (CSG-Columbus Metropolitan) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sapo's Mexican Cocina & Bar - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mins to Ft Moore & Downtown - The Columbus Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mins to Ft Moore & Downtown - The Columbus Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mins to Ft Moore & Downtown - The Columbus Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mins to Ft Moore & Downtown - The Columbus Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Columbus, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Francis-Emory Healthcare and Peachtree Mall. Columbus State University and Hughston Clinic are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Mins to Ft Moore & Downtown - The Columbus Cottage Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jeremy Q.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Was Too Gross To Stay Here
The rental had not been cleaned from the previous guest when we arrived. Even if it had been cleaned, it was not in good shape and I would say the interior was on par with a cheap roach motel. We elected to pay for a local hotel suite. I will say that communication with the management company was simple and easy and they promptly issued a refund given the issue with the cleanliness of the rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy home
This is a cute and cozy vintage home. It was clean and had plenty of kitchen supplies. We were in Columbus for the State swim meet so the large Jacuzzi tub was great for our swimmer to soak sore muscles. The fenced backyard was perfect for our 3 dogs. Quiet neighborhood. We had just a couple minor suggestions. Think about putting some hooks on the bathroom door for robes or towels and adding blinds on all bedroom windows. Thank you again for allowing us to stay in your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Mary H.

Not as expected
My family was moved to this home after issues with another home rented from this host. The home is in need of some TLC. The listing was noted as three bedrooms, but has been updated to show two with a sleeping room (a windowed porch) off the living room (separated with curtain). The AC didn't work during our stay. I notified the host of this but no response or fix came. The neighborhood is nice and well located in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

DeAndre E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
The property was local to everything and very well maintained. My family and I would stay at this property against for sure. The host(s) were very helpful and they were willing to help out my family and I in our time of transition. It was a rough transition, but they were there and had our backs. From one veteran to another, thank you Battle. You took a lot of pressure off of us and your property really helped us. Thank you.
Stayed 26 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Ron M.

Home was adequate for our situation
A few minor differences in decor items from photos. Communication was good, nited a few minor issues at checkout. Overall a good experience given the short notice of our situation. We stayed at property for ~30 days.
Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Christine D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not What We Expected to Say the Least!!!
I will start off with a few positive comments. The location of the house is prime and in a quiet, quaint, and safe neighborhood directly across the street from a beautiful park. The house manager was very helpful and quick to respond to our concerns. Now for the reality of our experience. Although the house contained character, it showed its age. The owners obviously have not kept up with regular maintenance required in an older home. The kitchen cabinet doors and drawers were loose and off their tracks. The paint throughout was pealing. There were multiple bug traps that contained many dead bugs to welcome us. The back door did not seal properly, allowing insects to easily enter the kitchen, hence all the bug traps. Now let's talk about the bed in the master bedroom. The door knob was missing and the matress had a plastic cover that felt and sounded like we were sleeping on a diaper. This made sleeping extremely difficult, therefore we decided to remove it and to our surprise and disgust, the mattress contained two large blood stains. Fortunately, we had two other beds to sleep on. I'm sure the majority of guests in this home are family members of those serving in the military. The families visiting then should expect accommodations that are well maintained and sanitary.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Julee H., Taylor, TX

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not a home away from home
This is my first bad review of a VRBO property in the 10+ years I have been renting VRBO properties. I'm looking for properties that are homey, clean and have comfortable beds. The book of information in the home said, Com on in, y'all! Make yourself at home, but the home was not homey. Upon entering the home I thought I had entered a guys college rental home filled with Goodwill furniture. The wood floor, refrigerator and kitchen were clean but the bathroom had mold on the shower curtain, walls and ceiling. The carpet in the LR had popcorn kernals and long blond hairs in it so I'm not sure it was vacuumed before I came. The 2 lamps in the LR had burned out bulbs and the floodlight in the back was burned out. Not very conducive for entering after dark. The bedspreads were also dirty. We stayed in the front room off the LR and it had a white bedspread with a yellow spot in the middle. This house needs upgrading and more staging to be a home away from home. The house sleeps six, but there is only sitting for 3 in the LR. Adding a couple chairs or another love seat would help. There is a bar at the end of the kitchen, but no bar stools. One of the bedside tables is peeling. One of the beds is very close to the floor which would make it hard for an older person to get out of. The bathtub was also difficult to get in and even though it is a whirlpool tub, only 1 1/2 of the jets worked. The mirror is hung so high in the bathroom that I could only see from the bridge of my nose up. The floor in the front bedroom is not finished leaving a tripping hazard. I highly recommend that the owners rent their own home and walk into it as though they are a renter and determine if this is a place they would stay. This property has great potential but needs some deep cleaning and some decorating to make it more welcoming and not so barren and unwelcoming. I won't be staying in this house again unless they make some major changes.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Am P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, spacious, convenient
This place was exactly what we were looking for! Plenty of linens, dishes, and room! Extremely conveniently located just off the freeway 185. Our only complaint, couldn’t find our Buckeye football game because apparently the locals rather watch Georgia and Alabama lol! Thank you for allowing us to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

james d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend
Great property, nice quiet location, would recommend to anyone
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home
Great Home with everything one could possibly need. Highly recommend !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019