Fall for these Airbnbs close to Columbia

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The nights are becoming chilly again as the leaves begin to fall, and we’ve pulled together a list of some drive-worthy Airbnb locations that you’ll have to see to be-leaf. Go ahead + plan a long weekend to watch the seasons change in the coming weeks or months before these cozy getaways book up.

“The pretty little (tiny) house”

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  • Fountain Inn, SC (Approx. 20 minutes from downtown Greenville, and about 1.5 hours from Cola.)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 beds + 1 bath
  • ~$130/night
  • Amenities: Channel your creative side in this quirky bungalow that has 5 skylights, a porch swing + all the plants you could ask for.

A zen escape into nature with a modern twist

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  • Fairview, NC (Approx. 2.5 hours from Cola.)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 bed + 1 bath
  • ~$460/night
  • Amenities: A 550 sqft Scandinavian-inspired creekside cabin is facing the creek and perfect for romantic couples, friends, travelers, and solo adventurers. Complimentary fresh farm eggs available daily, and the bedroom has a king sized bed and heated floors.

An Appalachian cabin for the whole family

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  • Lake Lure, NC (Approx. 2 hours away from Cola.)
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 beds + 3.5 baths
  • ~$293/night
  • Amenities: This cabin is surrounded by picturesque forest with a private lake + is only a short walk or drive from the cabin. It has multiple porches overlooking mountain vistas in the private, gated community of at Lake Lure. Outside activities on the property include hot tub, gas fire pit, gas grill, rocking chairs, and large deck.

Tree music lodge

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  • Brevard, NC (Approx. 2.5 hours from Cola.)
  • Sleeps 11
  • 5 beds + 3.5 baths
  • ~$325/night
  • Amenities: A serene mountain getaway just 15 minutes from Brevard, 2 miles from golf courses, 10 minutes from Dupont state forest, and more. You will have a private drive that leads to a retreat comfortable for families and friends to enjoy anytime of year. It has a well-equipped kitchen including a gas cooktop, griddle, kitchen aid, waffle iron and ninja.

Lakeside cottage

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  • Sumter, SC (Approx. 1 hour from Cola.)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 beds + 1 bath
  • ~$100/night
  • Amenities: Pets are allowed, so everyone can enjoy this peaceful getaway. You will be 12 minutes from downtown Sumter and 20 minutes away from Swan Lake Iris Gardens and Poinsett State Park.

Lakeside log cabin

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  • Prosperity, SC (Approx. 40 minutes from Cola.)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 beds + 1 bath
  • ~$110/night
  • Amenities: This historical home was built in the early 19th century and is in the perfect spot for walking, fishing, canoeing, swimming or just sitting by the firepit.

Private peninsula on Lake Norman

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  • Denver, NC (Approx. 2 hours from Cola.)
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 beds + 3 baths
  • ~$230/night
  • Amenities: This beautiful peninsula property is secluded, quiet, and close to restaurants, shopping, and everything else you might want while visiting Lake Norman.

If you really want to be 1 with nature...

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  • Weaverville, NC (Approx. 2.5 hours from Cola.)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 bed + 1 outhouse
  • ~$75/night
  • Amenities: This “dome house” offers a level of simplicity that allows guests to forget about the daily routine. There’s a small kitchen, along with a shared hot tub, fire pit area, outhouse + shower.

Downtown Garage Studio Loft Apt

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  • Greenville, SC (Approx. 1.5 hours from Cola.)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 bed + 1 bath
  • ~$100/night
  • Amenities: The garage apartment is 600 sqft and is less than 2 miles from downtown Greenville + Falls Park. You will be within walking distance to Augusta Street and Greenville Memorial Hospital. Private entry, dedicated parking space, high speed internet, YouTube TV, and fully stocked kitchen and bathroom.
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Sam is based in Columbia, SC and previously worked in PR marketing for several local brands and startups in the Soda City before joining COLAtoday as a City Editor in 2021. When she’s not content creating, she loves staying active, brunching around town, rooting for the Gamecocks, and spending time by the rivers.
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