🍴 Dining & Drinks

Experience the flavors of the "Soda City."

The Local Favorites

• Café Strudel (West Columbia) A must-visit for brunch. Famous for their "Hangover Hashbrowns" and a quirky, welcoming atmosphere.
• Black Rooster (West Columbia) A "Frenchish" bistro with one of the best rooftop bars in the city, offering stunning views of the Columbia skyline and the river.
• Zesto of West Columbia A local landmark since 1949. Perfect for a quick, classic meal—don't miss the fried chicken or a dipped cone.
• The Kingsman (Cayce) Famous for their ribeye steaks and "palmetto burgers," this is a true local staple for a hearty dinner.

Downtown & Main Street

• Market on Main Gourmet Americana with a massive outdoor screen and stage. It’s the perfect spot for dinner and live music.
• Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen Located in the trendy BullStreet District, serving up scratch-made Southern favorites like shrimp and grits and cathead biscuits.

🌳 Outdoors & Recreation

Get outside and enjoy the natural beauty of the Palmetto State.

• Riverbanks Zoo & Garden Just 4 miles away! One of the nation's top-rated zoos, featuring a botanical garden, zip lines, and over 2,000 animals.

• Congaree National Park A 25-minute drive (22 miles) brings you to the largest intact expanse of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest in the Southeast. Walk the 2.4-mile Boardwalk Loop for a peaceful afternoon.
• West Columbia Riverwalk Park Part of the Three Rivers Greenway, this scenic trail along the Saluda River is perfect for walking, running, or cycling.

• Soda City Market If you are here on a Saturday morning, head to Main Street for this sprawling producer-only market. It’s the best place for local crafts, street food, and people-watching.

🏛️ Family, Culture & History

Something for everyone, from history buffs to the little ones.

• South Carolina State Museum Four floors of history, art, and science, including a digital planetarium and a 4D theater.
• EdVenture Children's Museum Located right next to the State Museum, it's home to "Eddie," the world's largest child (a 40-foot tall climbing structure!).
• South Carolina State House Take a free tour of the historic capitol building or simply stroll the beautiful grounds and gardens.
• Fort Jackson We are a quick 20-minute drive from the gate, making us the ideal home base for families attending graduation ceremonies.

📍 Essential Travel Info

• Interstate Access: We are located just 3 blocks from I-26 (Exit 110), providing easy access to I-20 and I-77.

• Grocery Stores: A Publix and Walmart Supercenter are within a 5-10 minute drive for all your vacation supplies.
• EV Charging: The White Picket Fence home features a Tesla Level 2 Universal EV Charger in the carport for your convenience!