About Chesnut Cottage Inn
The Only Historic Inn remaining in Columbia SC
Our Mission
Time, Reconsidered.
Most travel asks you to rush: more stops, more photos, more to check off before you go home. We do the opposite.
Here at Chesnut Cottage Inn, time slows. Your mind calms. Your body relaxes. And in that stillness, something happens — you get your bearings back. You reconnect with the project, the decision, the person you came here to think about.
This isn’t downtime for its own sake. It’s the space you need before your next move.
That’s the Chesnut Cottage experience: not a place to “spend” time, but rather, a place to gain it and feel it again.
The Comfort is in the Details
Our luxurious amenities include:
Private Oasis
Each beautifully appointed guest room features a private bath and soothing Jacuzzi tub, creating a serene retreat to unwind after a day of exploration.
Custom Comfort
Enjoy a restful night on our handcrafted luxury mattresses, designed exclusively for Chesnut Cottage Inn, ensuring your utmost comfort for a rejuvenating sleep.
Premium Bedding
Experience the softness of high-quality linens and plush towels that elevate your stay to new heights of luxury.
On-site Free Parking
Complimentary private parking is available behind the inn, ensuring a seamless and stress-free arrival and departure.
Seamless Wi-Fi
Stay connected with complimentary high-speed wireless internet throughout the entire property.
24/7 Refreshments
Enjoy our self-serve coffee and tea station, available around the clock for your comfort and convenience.
Luxury Toiletries
Indulge in premium bath amenities and carefully selected toiletries, provided to enhance your stay.
Cozy Attire
Relax in plush his-and-hers robes and bedroom slippers, thoughtfully included for added comfort.
Freshly Made Gourmet Breakfast
Included in your stay
Savor a freshly prepared, plated gourmet breakfast each morning, thoughtfully crafted to highlight seasonal ingredients and regional flavors, and beautifully served on vintage china. Each day’s chef-inspired creation is designed to delight the senses and set the tone for a perfect start to your day.
Centrally Located
The best of Columbia awaits just beyond our front door. Built in the 1850s, our historic Civil War–era home is ideally situated in the heart of downtown Columbia, moments from the University of South Carolina, historic Main Street, stadiums, concert venues, and the city’s most vibrant . A premier choice for UofSC families and friends, traveling professionals, entrepreneurs, and legislators, Chesnut Cottage Inn offers the perfect home away from home—where unmatched convenience meets timeless comfort.
