Our Top 5 Best Places to Stay When Visiting Columbia, TN

Columbia, Tennessee, is a gorgeous southern town just south of Nashville. When you visit Columbia, you’ll want to explore the vibrant downtown area, the Columbia Arts District, and trendy town square. You can explore several stunning parks, visit the James K. Polk Home and Museum, shop the boutique stores, and enjoy a variety of dining options. When the sun falls and the lights of downtown Columbia light up the night sky, you’ll want a wonderful place to spend the night. Whether you’re visiting for one night or a whole week, check out these five best places to stay in Columbia.

Amber Falls Winery

The Square… by Michael Brown is licensed by CC BY 2.0

Come to Amber Falls Winery for the wine and breathtaking views and stay for the wonderful experience of sleeping in the 1940s-era guest cottage. This charming cottage features a large stone fireplace in the living/sitting room that opens into the fully equipped kitchen. You’ll get a restful night’s sleep in the king-sized bed adjacent to a stone patio that has sweeping views of Amber Falls Winery‘s vineyards. In the morning, you can sit on the porch and listen to the birds sing while enjoying the continental breakfast that your hosts provide.

Between the months of April and October, if you stay over the weekend, you’ll have the opportunity to listen to live music on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. And of course, you’ll want to sip and savor the variety of award-winning wines in the beautiful winery building.

Location: 794 Ridgetop Road in Hampshire.

Contact: 931-285-0088.

Blythewood Inn Bed & Breakfast

Step back in time to the Victorian era when you stay at the stunning Blythewood Inn Bed & Breakfast. Steeped in history, you can admire the period furnishings that will help make your stay an elegant one. You’ll notice the French Colonial style of Blythewood Inn Bed & Breakfast, which was built in 1857 as a private residence, and today is listed on the National Historic Registry.

While the furnishings come from the Victorian era, you’ll have modern conveniences like Wi-Fi, a smart TV, upscale mattresses and bedding, and refined bath amenities. You can choose from eight luxury suites, and every morning you’re treated to a hot breakfast prepared by the inn’s Cordon Bleu graduated chef.

Location: 109 Blythewood Drive in Columbia.

Contact: 931-982-0907.

Inn at Bigby Creek

The Inn at Bigby Creek is the perfect location in Columbia, Tennessee for a romantic getaway or for a weekend of relaxation. This inn was originally built in 1960 as a private home, and in 2014, the current owners converted the home into a three-suite bed-and-breakfast. Each of the cozy rooms at the Inn at Bigby Creek features a private bath, a comfortable bed with luxury bed linen, a coffee maker, and Wi-Fi.

You’ll enjoy a hot breakfast or brunch in the main dining area, and on a cold evening, you can sit by the shared fireplace located in the inn’s den. For entertainment, you can watch a movie on the large flat-screen TV inside the den. If you’re staying at the Inn at Bigby Creek for a special occasion, why not have a bouquet of flowers delivered to the room from any of the top flower shops in Columbia? This sweet gesture will surely delight your partner.

Location: 1306 Trotwood Ave. in Columbia.

Contact: 931-982-6226.

Maple Roost

If you’d like to stay in an entire home about a mile from Columbia’s historic downtown area, book the Maple Roost vacation rental. This charming 1,750-square-foot cottage features a wide porch to sit on and sip your coffee in the morning. Maple Roost is perfect for a family as it has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and can sleep up to four people. You’ll find both bedrooms have their own bathroom, featuring a bathtub and shower combination, and there’s a king-sized bed in the main bedroom. The second bedroom has two single beds, which is perfect for the kids.

You and your family will feel right at home while staying at Maple Roost, with a full kitchen, a living room with a fireplace, a washer and dryer, and complimentary Wi-Fi. For entertainment, the kids can play with games and toys, and everyone can watch their favorite shows on the smart TV with cable and satellite service.

Location: 1046 Claremont Drive in Columbia.

Contact: Through Expedia and the website.

Two Lanes Guesthouse

If you’re a fan of the reality show, “American Pickers,” you’re in for a treat when you stay at Two Lanes Guesthouse. This vacation rental is owned by Mike Wolfe, one of the main stars of the show. He decorated the loft with treasures he’s found in sheds and barns across the United States. When you go to bed at night, you’ll sleep in the king suite bedroom decorated in a western theme with a cool sliding barn door. Both the kitchen and living room have eclectic decor that’s retro, yet modern.

As you sit in the comfortable living room with overstuffed chairs, you can gaze out the 13-foot windows directly onto Columbia’s historic courthouse. The kitchen area has warm wooden floors, an island with bar stool seating, overhead lighting, and all the amenities you’ll need for your stay. If you bring guests, the couch pulls out to become a queen-sized bed. You can even do laundry with the on-site washer and dryer and stay connected with free Wi-Fi. You’ll find the 1,100-square-foot loft above a bicycle shop in a building built in 1857.

Location: 102 Alliance Alley in Columbia.

Contact: 805-698-7014.

There you have our team at Stan McNabb Chevrolet of Columbia’s list of cool and interesting places to stay near our beautiful town of Columbia, Tennessee. Which location is your favorite and why? Would you book again for a romantic getaway, a special occasion, or just for a relaxing weekend? If you know of another fabulous place to stay near Columbia, please let us know. We’re always interested in learning about new places to stay in our area.