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  • The Columns Bed & Breakfast Inn A Beautiful Greek Revival Antebellum, Circa 1903, portraying 32 Columns, surrounded with rocking chair porches, and balconies, is a great example of a bygone era. A place where you will find comfort, beauty and timeless elegance.
    THE COLUMNS B&B INN. Music Hall with a Baby Grand Piano.
    THE COLUMNS B&B INN.- View from the West Wing Parlor into the Music Hall.
    THE COLUMNS B&B INN. The East Wing Parlor.
    THE COLUMNS B&B INN. Music Hall with a second piano.
    The Columns B&B banquet size dinning room.
    The Columns B&B Inn was built with ten (10), all unique fireplaces, this one is at The Azalea Suite.
    A beautiful bride up the staircase.
    View of The Azalea Suite.
    All bathrooms are restored to the original design from the turn of century with tiled floors, the original claw foot tubs, and bead board wainscoating.

    • Address 601 EAST MAIN STREET
      DILLON, SC 29536
      USA
    • Phone+1-843-774-3456
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    This beautiful Greek Revival antebellum, circa 1903, portraying 34 columns, surrounded with rocking chairs porches and balconies, is a great example of a bygone era. We offer the warmth of an exceptional bed and breakfast with the style and tradition of times gone by, where you will find comfort, beauty and timeless elegance. Our Bed and Breakfast features east and west parlors, a music hall, spacious suites and chambers with king and queen beds, high ceilings, wood floors, all with private baths. With cast iron claw foot tubs, tub/shower, shower, pedestal sinks, and beadboard wainscoting, original to the period.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 63 Reviews

    4.9 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    Award Winner: 2011 - 2012
    5 out of 5
     

    A Gem

    May 06, 2013

    Absolutely the best B & B you will find. The elegant service, the gourmet breakfast, the beautiful environment and of course, Michael. He is the most interesting and congenial host, while seeing that every detail is perfect. 'Bravo'

    5 out of 5
     

    We truly enjoyed our stay

    December 27, 2012

    While traveling to meet with family for Christmas, yet wanting to celebrate the actual date of our 50th anniversary (it was the day prior to Christmas Eve), we made reservations at The Columns and could not have done better. It is a beautiful home decorated with gorgeous antiques. Michael is a great innkeeper and host and treated us like family. If you will be going anywhere near Dillon, SC, make it a point to spend the night at The Columns, better yet, several nights.

    5 out of 5
     

    A great getaway

    November 06, 2012

    We stayed at The Columns in October 2012 and were exceedingly pleased with everything. We've stayed at B&B's all over the country and have never been more pleased with any stay. Michael goes out of his way to make you feel like The Columns is your home (although much cleaner, prettier, and more comfortable than my house!) Michael's taste for period design and desire for excellence shines through on every aspect of your stay from one of the most comfortable beds I've ever slept in to the excellence breakfast.

    5 out of 5
     

    Flawless Experience

    October 26, 2012

    I travel on business a couple times a year to Florence, SC and have had several bad experiences staying at the major chain hotels in that city so I was looking for an alternative and came across The Columns in Dillon, SC which is about 30 miles from Florence. I was traveling with two other co-workers and we all were so incredibly impressed with the hospitality, accommodations and meals that we can't wait to come back to stay with Michael again! We were all treated like royalty and enjoyed every minute of our stay. The three rooms we had were all unique and beautifully decorated with fine furniture and antiques. The fabrics and linens in the room were very high quality and every inch of the room was meticulously clean! When we returned to The Columns each night after work, Michael greeted us and offered us a glass of complimentary wine. He would ask each night what time we wanted coffee delivered to the second floor in the morning and what time we wanted breakfast. When we walked into the formal dining room each morning the table was perfectly set and a dish of fresh yogurt, fruit and granola was ready for us to eat. That was followed by an entree which varied each morning - omelets the first morning; French toast on day two and the most amazing eggs Benedict on day three. The breakfast was simply elegant each morning. Michael was an incredible host- he was interesting, entertaining and went above and beyond to make us comfortable. I HIGHLY recommend The Columns to any traveler. I have stayed in some very elite hotels, but the accommodations and service at The Columns was some of the finest I have ever experienced.


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    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    MICHAEL REAL

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Spanish

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $129 - $194

    The Azalea Suite

    Appointed with King Size Bed, Antiques decor, Fireplace, high-quality linens and bedding, woods floor and oriental rugs.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

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    The Dogwood Suite

    A second floor suite with a bay window overlooking the gardens as the tall dogwoods touches the windows. Appointed with a beautiful King size bed, antiques, private bath, fireplace and wood floors and oriental rugs.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

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    The Camellia Suite

    A beautiful suite with a private bath with claw foot tub/shower combination, tiled floors and bead board wainscoating. A sitting area with antique furniture and oriental rugs.2

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

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    The Magnolia Chamber

    A quaint chamber with large windows, a private bath with a full shower, fireplace,sitting room, queen size bed, wood floors and oriental rugs. Second floor over- looking the magnolia trees.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen

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    The Jasmine Chamber

    A second floor chamber, with a private bath, queen size bed, fireplace, sitting furniture,wood floors, and oriental rugs.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 3-7 PM    Check Out: 11:00 AM

    • Deposit Amount Required: One night deposit.

    • Cancellations: Need 72 hours notice to cancell.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Suitable For Children: No

    • Childcare Provided: No

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 63 Reviews

    4.9 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    Award Winner: 2011 - 2012
    5 out of 5
     

    A Gem

    May 06, 2013

    Absolutely the best B & B you will find. The elegant service, the gourmet breakfast, the beautiful environment and of course, Michael. He is the most interesting and congenial host, while seeing that every detail is perfect. 'Bravo'

    5 out of 5
     

    We truly enjoyed our stay

    December 27, 2012

    While traveling to meet with family for Christmas, yet wanting to celebrate the actual date of our 50th anniversary (it was the day prior to Christmas Eve), we made reservations at The Columns and could not have done better. It is a beautiful home decorated with gorgeous antiques. Michael is a great innkeeper and host and treated us like family. If you will be going anywhere near Dillon, SC, make it a point to spend the night at The Columns, better yet, several nights.

    5 out of 5
     

    A great getaway

    November 06, 2012

    We stayed at The Columns in October 2012 and were exceedingly pleased with everything. We've stayed at B&B's all over the country and have never been more pleased with any stay. Michael goes out of his way to make you feel like The Columns is your home (although much cleaner, prettier, and more comfortable than my house!) Michael's taste for period design and desire for excellence shines through on every aspect of your stay from one of the most comfortable beds I've ever slept in to the excellence breakfast.

    5 out of 5
     

    Flawless Experience

    October 26, 2012

    I travel on business a couple times a year to Florence, SC and have had several bad experiences staying at the major chain hotels in that city so I was looking for an alternative and came across The Columns in Dillon, SC which is about 30 miles from Florence. I was traveling with two other co-workers and we all were so incredibly impressed with the hospitality, accommodations and meals that we can't wait to come back to stay with Michael again! We were all treated like royalty and enjoyed every minute of our stay. The three rooms we had were all unique and beautifully decorated with fine furniture and antiques. The fabrics and linens in the room were very high quality and every inch of the room was meticulously clean! When we returned to The Columns each night after work, Michael greeted us and offered us a glass of complimentary wine. He would ask each night what time we wanted coffee delivered to the second floor in the morning and what time we wanted breakfast. When we walked into the formal dining room each morning the table was perfectly set and a dish of fresh yogurt, fruit and granola was ready for us to eat. That was followed by an entree which varied each morning - omelets the first morning; French toast on day two and the most amazing eggs Benedict on day three. The breakfast was simply elegant each morning. Michael was an incredible host- he was interesting, entertaining and went above and beyond to make us comfortable. I HIGHLY recommend The Columns to any traveler. I have stayed in some very elite hotels, but the accommodations and service at The Columns was some of the finest I have ever experienced.

    5 out of 5
     

    Absolutely amazing!

    October 26, 2012

    Our stay was amazing! The hospitality was wonderful. The house is beautiful, warm and welcoming. We were treated like queens. The food was unbelievable! I will stay no where else when visiting Dillion.

    5 out of 5
     

    Amazing find... a truly wonderful experience.

    September 29, 2012

    This beautiful bed and breakfast has it all.. lovely in everyway, interesting history, beautifully decorated, exceptional service, with extreme detail toward customer service, hopspitality, comfort, and cleanliness. This innkeeper has thought of everything to make your stay a memorable one.. a absolute wonderful experience.. look forward to our next stay.

    4.8 out of 5
     

    Relaxing Stay in Elegant Surroundings

    August 27, 2012

    My husband & I stopped at The Columns on our way traveling from Florida to Virginia. What a wonderful respite! We only regretted not having more time to stay and be pampered. The room was lovely and spacious with a large comfortable bed. We enjoyed a bottle of wine on arrival on the porch overlooking the lovely front yard. Our host was congenial and a wonderful cook! Breakfast was a delight...almost too much to eat! We will definitely be back again when our travels bring us this way again. Kudos for an inn well run!

    5 out of 5
     

    MOST charming stop off I-95!

    August 25, 2012

    I happened upon this B&B on the Internet and HOPED that it would be CLOSE to the pictures online. I rented 2 suites for my family back in July as a stopping off int in our road trip. When we arrived we were all shocked at how nice and how absolutely charming this place was.... The proprietor, Michael, absolutely adds to the charm and you can tell that he loves what he does and is good at it. The breakfast was a wonderful presentation as well.. I would highly recommend The Columns as a romantic weekend or as a well worth stopping point.... it was SO NICE to experience this as I stay in many of the chain hotels for work. It would be worth your while... all around!


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  • Location Type

    • Small town

    City - Dillon

    • Distance to city: 3 miles

    • Directions to property:

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Historical interests

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Golfing

    • Kayaking

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  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property highlights

    • Antiques/decor

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    On-site

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Piano

    Guest room(s)

    • Air conditioning

    • Ceiling fans

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Turndown Service

    • VCR

    • Wi-Fi

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Gourmet

    • Time Served: 8 to 9 AM

    • Serving Location: Dining Room

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