If you are looking for vacation rental homes near Columbia, SC, then make sure The Orange Pit is on your list! We got the chance to stay at this family-friendly rental home in West Columbia and loved having a home away from home while we explored the city.
The Orange Pit at a Glance
✔️ 3 bedrooms with king, queen, and single beds
✔️ Fully equipped for cooking, dining, and laundry
✔️ Comfy common area for movies, games, or work
✔️ 10 minutes or less from Columbia’s top attractions like Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens, EdVenture Children’s Museum, and popular local parks
✔️ Book with Airbnb or VRBO
Thank you to the property owners for allowing us a discounted stay at The Orange Pit in exchange for our honest review.
If you’re looking for a place with more space and comfort than a traditional hotel while visiting Columbia, SC, then put The Orange Pit on your list. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is in the Westwood Hills neighborhood of West Columbia, just across the Congaree River from Columbia’s downtown. The newly renovated home will give you a cozy, clean space to spread out, rest, and relax during your visit.
Enjoy Time Together in the Common Areas
The Orange Pit is the perfect size for a home base during a trip to Columbia, SC. With about 1,750 square feet in all, families with kids can easily spend time together or spread out across the house during their stay.
The living room is bright and open, thanks to large windows that let in plenty of natural light. It’s a great place to gather for family movie night, play board games on the coffee table, or just relax while the kids recharge in their rooms. A desk also provides a convenient spot to do remote work or schoolwork as needed on your trip.
The dining table seats six and is already preset, inviting you to sit down to your next family meal. We appreciated being able to have breakfast together each day before heading out to enjoy the city.
The kitchen is beautifully renovated with stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator with freezer, dishwasher, and oven with stovetop. Small appliances provide additional comforts, like a microwave, single-serve coffee maker, and standard coffee pot. We were especially impressed by the combined washer and dryer, where you can wash and dry all your clothes in one convenient cycle!
The Orange Pit’s backyard holds a lot of promise, and the owners have already put together a beautiful fire pit with Adirondack seating and romantic string lights. A chainlink fence wraps around the yard, and landscaping improvements are underway which may provide greater privacy from the neighbors. Consider requesting an update from the owner before booking if you’d like to use the backyard during your stay.
Get Personal Space in Private Bedrooms
The three bedrooms at the end of the hall provide ample privacy for parents and kids to unwind with different nighttime routines. Each bedroom has lots of pillows, fluffy comforters, and a 55-inch TV equipped with Roku! Thick curtains make sleeping through the night so much easier, and families will appreciate the flexibility for babies, toddlers, and older kids to each have their own space.
The master bedroom offers a comfortable king-sized bed and its own full bathroom. The shower has excellent water pressure and a mounted dispenser for shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. The other bedrooms have a queen-sized bed in one and two single-sized beds in the other, and they share a hall bathroom.
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Excellent Proximity to Local Amenities
The Orange Pit is just a few short minutes from some of West Columbia’s top attractions, and only 10 minutes from the heart of downtown Columbia. We found so many wonderful things to do in the area and were delighted that “home” was never far away at the end of the day!
Families can be at Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens in minutes, making it easy to arrive early and beat the crowds. With its nationally recognized exhibits, interactive children’s garden, and seasonal splash park, Riverbanks easily fills a full day. With The Orange Pit so close, the chance to snag quick naps and lunch breaks can be a life-saver when visiting with little kids.
Downtown Columbia is packed with family-friendly adventures like EdVenture, one of the southeast’s largest children’s museums. You can also check out the interactive science and history displays at the South Carolina State Museum, and other educational attractions like the Columbia Museum of Art and South Carolina State House.
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The property is also very close to Howard Park Sports Complex, a hidden gem in West Columbia. This relaxed park features a paved one-mile walking trail that’s stroller friendly, along with a short boardwalk section that adds a little scenic view. There are two older but excellent playgrounds, one designed for bigger kids and another scaled for preschoolers. It’s a simple, low-key way to burn off energy right near the house.
Book Your Home Base for Adventure
The Orange Pit is simple, central, and convenient for families visiting Columbia, SC. If you are looking for a solid home base from which to explore and enjoy the city, this West Columbia rental offers a practical option that feels like home!
If you are ready to book or want to reach out with questions, then contact the owners through The Orange Pit’s listings on Airbnb or VRBO.
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