Title: Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=93552290&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read ## Photo gallery for Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read ![Lobby - Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read (Columbia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93560000/93552300/93552290/c5f2cfbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read (Columbia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93560000/93552300/93552290/1cce297c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read (Columbia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93560000/93552300/93552290/4d367c9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read (Columbia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93560000/93552300/93552290/408e1cf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read (Columbia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93560000/93552300/93552290/a2e469c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Minutes from Columbia, Heartwood Furnished Homes welcomes you to The VestryOnRead. Relax in the shared lobby area and enjoy a cup of coffee while you unwind in this remodeled old church building. With family-friendly amenities like board games and fast WiFi, this home offers 2 fully stocked kitchens, 2 living rooms, starter supplies, high-quality bedding for your comfort. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 111905 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available £397 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read Looking for hospitality that’s minutes from Columbia? Heartwood Furnished Homes is a local provider of furnished accommodations in Columbia, Lake Murray, and surrounding areas. We look forward to hosting you in a Heartwood Home! This home offers: ★ 1 King Bed, 3 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed + Sofa Bed ★ SmartTV in Both Living Rooms ★ Fast Wifi ★ Family Friendly w/ Board Games ★ Electric Fireplace ★ Shared Lobby Area ★ Private Parking ★ 2 Miles to Downtown / USC ★ 12 Miles to Ft. Jackson Welcome to #TheVestryOnRead! This remodeled old church building is only minutes to the University of South Carolina campus, Williams-Brice Stadium, South Carolina State House, and Fort Jackson. This building has 5 separate units in one! Not time to check in yet? No problem!! Relax in our shared lobby area and enjoy a cup of coffee. This listing is for our Sherlock & Watson Units! Where you’ll sleep: Sherlock Side ☆ 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms (Sleeps 7) ☆ Bedroom 1 (Primary) - King Bed (downstairs) ☆ Bedroom 2 - Queen Bed (upstairs) ☆ Common Area - Queen Bed w/ Twin Trundle (upstairs) Watson Side ☆ 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom (Sleeps 4) ☆ Bedroom 1 (Primary) - Queen Bed (upstairs) ☆ Common Area - Full Sofa Bed (downstairs) What you’ll enjoy about this Heartwood Home: ☆ Family Friendly with Pack n Play & Highchair (upon request) ☆ Fast Wifi ☆ Locally roasted coffee (drip coffee maker) ☆ 2 Fully Stocked Kitchens ☆ 2 Living Rooms ☆ Separate Space for Privacy ☆ Starter Supplies ☆ High quality bedding ☆ Driveway Parking ☆ Shared Lobby Area “The place looks amazing! But how far away is it from where I want to go?” -So glad you asked! Driving times: ☆ Downtown / USC – 7 minutes ☆ Williams Brice Stadium - 13 minutes ☆ Riverbanks – 9 minutes ☆ Fort Jackson – 11 minutes ☆ CAE - 21 minutes ☆ Lake Murray – 23 minutes ☆ Congaree National Park – 35 minutes Permit # STRN-003927-08-2023 Permit # STRN-003928-08-2023 Guests have access to BOTH the Sherlock & Watson units. There is a shared door in between the units, that can be locked from both sides. Guests also have access to the lobby, which is shared between all 5 units. We have one security camera in the shared lobby area. It is located on the landing above the powder room. 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 amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,905 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111850000/111845700/111845615/e4afa0aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Wren + Nest | Main & Guest House | Sleeps 10 Eau Claire - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=111845615&PinnedHotelID=111845615&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92320000/92318300/92318296/8c299ccd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Cola Gathering Spot - Sleeps 16 + Fire pit + 10 minutes to Downtown Columbia Columbia - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 24 reviews £457 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=92318296&PinnedHotelID=92318296&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108750000/108747000/108746906/fa63a830.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dogwood Cottage | Sleeps 10 Columbia - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 9 reviews £439 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=108746906&PinnedHotelID=108746906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73710000/73709900/73709868/9d507faa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Downtown Family Home - Minutes to WB Stadium, Vista, 5 Points Downtown Columbia - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 8.6 Excellent 17 reviews £173 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=73709868&PinnedHotelID=73709868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91920000/91915400/91915389/189ddd68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic Southern Beauty 4bed Charming Cola Home! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 165453 ## About the area Downtown Columbia, a neighbourhood in Columbia, is home to this apartment. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden and EdVenture Children's Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Soda City Market and Columbia Place Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Charlie W. Johnson Stadium or Segra Park. [Visit our Columbia travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Columbia.dx764) [View more Apartments in Columbia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Columbia-Apartments.d764-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.01800%2C-81.01746&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_cqYebUJg_7u7VuCxJgRJBlviDA=) Columbia, SC ### What's nearby - Benedict College 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Charlie W. Johnson Stadium 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Allen University 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Township Auditorium 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Prisma Health Baptist Hospital 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Columbia Station 11 min drive - Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) 22 min drive ### Restaurants - Chick-fil-A 3 min drive - KFC 9 min walk - Cook-Out 3 min drive - Hotspot 3 min drive - Knowledge Perk Coffee Company 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read? ### How much is parking at Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read? ### What time is check-in at Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read? ### What time is check-out at Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read? ### Where is Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sherlock + Watson @ The Vestry on Read Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### John G. 9 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing. Everything was great…can’t wait to come back ##### John G. 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