Shandon’s Best: Bubba’s Tranquil Treehouse

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

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Columbia, SC
  • Place, Allen University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Benedict College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Columbia

With a stay at this guesthouse in Columbia (Downtown Columbia), you'll be a 4-minute drive from University of South Carolina and 8 minutes from Fort Jackson. .This guesthouse is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Allen University.

What's nearby

  • Allen University - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Benedict College - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Good Samaritan-Waverly Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of South Carolina - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Town Theatre - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 6 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Backstreets Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪New Brookland Tavern - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jake's Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Masa - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dano's Pizza - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Shandon’s Best: Bubba’s Tranquil Treehouse

Shandon’s Best: Bubba’s Tranquil Treehouse is walking distance from Columbia's 5 Points,the Divine Corridor,Anytime Fitness & USC,this vintage charmer sits in Columbia’s oldest historical & prestigious neighborhood. As you walk in, you will find yourself surrounded by soothing colors,an abundance of natural light, 2 porches: Including a classic French Quarter Balcony in front, complimented by a cozy Charleston Carriage House deck covered in Confederate Jessamine in back. Host has spared very little expense in completely updating the interior of this guesthouse, while preserving the integrity of the historically significant Victorian style of its exterior. Widescreen high definition television is available in both the great room and the bedroom. You’ll be impressed with a fully-stocked kitchen that will enable you to prepare a gourmet meal inside, while reserving your right to grill out on the deck if you so choose! You will find many opportunities for lodging in Columbia, but you will never find a replication of this turn of the century gem that awaits your visit. If you have more than three people traveling with you, Contact host About booking his Bungalo next door, which happens to be connected by a secret gate in the rear of the property. In other words, if your travels — be they for work or play— include Columbia...congratulations:You’ve just discovered it’s most unique getaway!
There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hot tub

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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Shandon’s Best: Bubba’s Tranquil Treehouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul M., Nottingham, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
A southern-style, quirky, fully equipped apartment surrounded by trees in a back garden. Located in an old picturesque South Carolina neighborhood of Columbia. Stay here for a taste of southern living. Do not stay here if you are looking for a bland sterile hotel room experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique property in a great location. We enjoyed being able to walk in the neighborhood and to nearby restaurants. The host was easy to communicate with. We plan to stay there again when in Columbia.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a find! The location was perfect for my son's parent's weekend at USC. The Treehouse was clean and well appointed. I will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brooke M.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

T D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bubba is an amazing host! Very prompt and informative with all communications before and during our stay. The Tree House is a unique, charming place to stay. It is covered with ivy and blends seamlessly into the gardens below. We had everything we needed during our stay.The neighborhood is beautiful, historic, safe and most importantly for us, less than 10 minutes from MUSC hospital. We were also close to nice shopping and restaurants.Again Bubba was an amazing host!
Door from the back deck
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aura L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and host!

We had a great stay while moving our son out of USC. Location is in a great neighbor, close to stores and walkable to restaurants. Bubba is a great host. And the place is a gem hidden in a secret garden.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute!

Cute, cozy, comfortable, convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint little hideaway

I enjoyed my weekend stay. So quiet. Woke up to the birds singing. Lovely. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and stay!!!!

Can't beat the Shandon neighborhood and location of the Treehouse. Bubba was a great host and the place was clean and cozy - would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a room!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent experience

Excellent experience
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathi H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

Great property, great location, beautiful garden to look at off of the private patio, and a responsive host. We will be happy to book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay in Shandon

We enjoyed the "Treehouse" in Shandon - Columbia, South Carolina. Bubba was very accommodating and responsive. We would definitely stay there again. It is the perfect place for a couple.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill P., Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend stay

Bubba was an excellent host. We enjoyed the treehouse and will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to it all in Cola!

Second time staying here. We did a long term rental for a few months and it couldn’t have been nicer. Wonderful neighborhood, super clean accommodations. Bubba, the host, is just great and will help with anything you may need during your time there.
Stayed 98 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAURA S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic!

Wonderful location! Wonderful rooms! Wonderful host! A+++
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gypsy Dharma T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Its become our girls weekend spot

This is pur 2nd time staying and it was a wonderful trip as always. Bunna is so kond makes you feel like family. The property is beautiful in the day time and night. Always something fun going on in colimbia SC.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephanie J.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location - nice linens

Great, great location. Neat concept, owner was quick to respond. Linens were very very nice and clean, good threadcount, the mattress may need some reinforcement or time for a new one as it sagged a bit in the middle. Would suggest, a deep clean, wasn't really really dirty, but smelled musty, however, it is a older home and maybe a new rug in the den, seemed to be at the end of it's lifespan.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Will stay again!

I am always in search of the perfect place to stay in Columbia in close proximity to the stadium and university. This was perfectly located in town, easy to get to and very quiet for sleeping after a long football tailgate day! I will definitely recommend and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Starr L L., Rock Hill, SC 29732

Thanksgiving 2023

The treehouse is such a quaint spot on Blossom St. The proximity to Devine St, restaurants, and shops was perfect too. The apt was clean with a very comfy bed. The entry way, I imagined, was like entering a secret garden; however, the ivy & fig vine needs a trim!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy F., Round Rock, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy nest

Not only do you feel like you are staying in a treehouse, the accomodations are like a cozy nest. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The neighborhood is beautiful with tree lines streets. Very walkable. Bubba is a fabulous guy. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly is Tranquil

Love love staying in the Devine neighborhood. Walkable to coffee shops and restaurants. Short drive to USC campus Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gypsy Dharma T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great girls weekend get away

My friend Lizzy and i had the best time. Walking distance to everywhere we wanted to go, beautiful place, beautiful nature. Sooo peaceful. I will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous location and wonderful place

We had such a great weekend! It was our last parents weekend in Columbia after 2 sons and a total of 8 years. Wish I had found Bubba’s Treehouse years ago, b/c I would have booked it every year! Super comfortable and cozy guest house and the location is perfect in the lovely and quiet neighborhood of Shandon. Was half a mile from our son’s house in Five Points! Thanks so much for your hospitality Bubba:)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, Quaint, Well-appointed & Comfortable

Had a great stay! Quiet, well-kept neighborhood near Five Points. Clean, quaint, updated and comfortable. Would not hesitate to book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Byrd G., Jackson, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

cozy little cottage in the best part of historic Columbia. Walking distance to great restaurants and shopping. Very close to McIntosh Cottage, our favorite antique store. Bubba is by far the best host imaginable. He is a fountain of information about Columbia and South Carolina having served in the State Legislature for many years. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023