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Brighton House | Revival St Collection
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Permit Number: 06196The Space: Brighton House is a part of the Revival Street Collection, a site of historic homes which have been elegantly modernized and ‘revived” from their Victorian era glory days. Following the path down the driveway to...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Ruby Suite: Where your Vacation Shines

Permit Number: 06378The Space: Discover the Ruby Suite: A Luxurious Charleston RetreatStep into the newly remodeled Ruby Suite, a classy 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom haven in the heart of Charleston. Ideal for a calming hideaway, this suite offers a...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
OCEANFRONT Wild Dunes- Perfect for Relax...

If you are searching for true beachfront living, look no further! Centrally located in Wild Dunes Resort, this bright and family friendly condo is ideal for your dream beach hideaway. It features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and is only 25 yards from...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Charming South of Broad Condo, Heart of ...

Step inside this chic second-story residence, where timeless appeal meets modern comfort, all laid out on a single and thoughtfully refreshed level. Located in the heart of Charleston’s esteemed South of Broad neighborhood, this condo is ideal for...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Historic Battery Getaway

This unique place features a style all to its own. Cone be a quest at the Historic Mevers Mansion, where we've been welcoming quest since 1896. The mansion originally served as the Battery House Inn until 1900. The fresh two-bedroom, two-and-a-half...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Cozy Studio in the Center of Downtown Ch...

Summary:This comfortable studio apartment is a ideal 30 nighttime minimum stays. Whether you're a traveler or a working professional, this studio will provide a cozy and convenient stay in the heart of the city. With modern amenities, and beautiful...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2

Charleston Tours & Activities

Stargazing on the Ashley

Drayton Hall Preservation Trust

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$5.00 - $40.00

See the Stars on the Ashley! Duration 2.5 Hours About Drayton Hall and Lowcountry Stargazers are pleased to announce the return of the most brilliant evening event of the year in Charleston, SC: Stargazing on the Ashley at Drayton...

Concealed Weapon Permit Class

C & S Shooting Sports

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$50.00 - $200.00

duration: 6 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC description: **Please note**: 18-20 year olds can participate in the SC CWP class and can now conceal or open carry a handgun. However, federal law prohibits the sale of handguns or handgun ammunition...

ERDI Specialties

description: Let's Adventure! Duration Time Varies Based on Specialty About What you can expect to learn: Equipment preparation and selection, problem solving, tender skills, responding to a call, search patterns, scene evaluation...

Nature/Dolphin Cruise
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$350.00 - $450.00

description: Power Boat Tours aboard Osprey Duration - **2 Hours** $325 - **3 Hours** $425 About Climb aboard our power boat Osprey for a private wildlife tour of the calm inlets, creeks and salt marsh behind Folly Beach. You’ll likely see...

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Wild Dunes Resort

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$2,400.00

description: Over the course of the weekend, players enjoy customized clinics from our tennis pros, focusing on strategy, stroke production tailored to their level. Clinics are scheduled to fit each group’s pace and level. It’s an ideal option...

Family-Friendly Ghost Tour

Holy City History Tours

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$25.00 - $280.00

It's A Ghost Story! Duration 1.5 Hours Included Admission to the Halsey Gallery of Contemporary Art at 161 Calhoun Street. Admission to the Philip Simmons House at 30-1/2 Blake Street. About It's a ghost tour where you you'll be taught how...

Morris Island Lighthouse Dolphin Boat Tour: Public/Private

meeting_point: 83 Center Street, Folly Beach, SC 29439 group_size: 18 description: Join a nature and history cruise behind Folly Beach to spot dolphins and shorebirds, visit Morris Island and view the Morris Island Lighthouse. Knowledgeable...

Harvest Hangout

Wild Dunes Resort

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$27.75 - $69.38

meeting_point: Indigo Rooftop - Sweetgrass Inn description: Join us for the resort's most popular holiday at the Harvest Hangout! To celebrate Thanksgiving, join us for a buffet, bingo, Thanksgiving feature, and more fun for the whole family...

Dolphin Boat Tour - 2 Hours

Lowcountry Coastal Excursions

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$375.00 - $1,200.00

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Refund 100% if guest cancels 15+ days before trip date. meeting_point: 100 Church St. group_size: Up to 23 guests description: Cruise Charleston's scenic waters from Shem Creek! Spot dolphins, soak in...

Charleston Food & Wine Tour

Crafted Charleston Tours

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$105.00 - $295.00

Join us on a 7-hour Charleston Food and Wine tour. Hop on our one-of-a-kind Charleston limo party buses for some good wine, amazing food, and an unforgettably epic excursion. We’ll visit the Lowcountry’s majestic Angel Oak Tree, followed by a...

Fireworks Boat Cruise

Charleston Outdoor Adventures

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$10.00 - $50.00

meeting_point: 1871 Bowens Island Road description: Fireworks Boat Cruise! *Come get all the firework action without the crowd!* _______________ Rates **$50 per person** **$32 for Children 12 years of age and under** **Infants under 2 years old...

Daily Tritoon Rentals (115hp) -- Lake Keowee

Endless Adventures Jet Ski Rentals Lake Keowee

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$545.00

description: *Kayak Rentals* ___________________________________ About All daily kayak rentals are available for pick up at Mile Creek Landing. If you would like them delivered we can do so with a delivery fee. All kayaks will be delivered...

Charleston, SC

Charleston is a historic port city on the South Carolina coast, known for its cobblestone streets, antebellum architecture, and vibrant culinary scene.

Founded in 1670, Charleston offers a rich blend of Southern charm and coastal beauty. Visitors can explore the city's well-preserved historic district, take a carriage ride past colorful homes, or tour landmarks like Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. The city also boasts a thriving food scene, waterfront parks, art galleries, and easy access to nearby barrier islands like Sullivan's Island, Folly Beach, and Isle of Palms.

Charleston offers a wide range of lodging, including historic inns, boutique hotels, and vacation rental homes in both the city and on surrounding beaches. Whether you're dining on Lowcountry cuisine, relaxing on the sand, or walking beneath the oaks at a plantation garden, Charleston combines history, hospitality, and coastal charm to create a uniquely Southern vacation experience.

South Carolina's oldest city is arguably also one of its most charming, inviting, and altogether purely fun. A collection of historic structures that pre-date the birth of America, opulent gardens and mansions open to the public, and some of the best shopping, dining, and lodging options in the southeast, it's easy to see why this ancient southern town is one of the most popular tourism destinations in the state.

Charleston SC

In return, Charleston welcomes visitors with arms wide open. The term "southern hospitality" was seemingly designed for this area, as the city has earned the reputation of being one of the most hospitable destinations in the country - a reputation that was cemented by recent accolades in Travel + Leisure magazine, naming it "America's Most Friendly [City],"and Southern Living magazine, which honored Charleston as "the most polite and hospitable city in America."

Charleston SC

Certainly, visitors are welcome to come and experience the city for its friendly nature, slightly-coastal vibe, and blocks upon blocks of world renowned restaurants and boutiques, but the big attraction in this city is the abundant history that can be found, quite literally, around every street corner. Hundreds of buildings in the historic downtown and Lowcountry outskirts have been deemed a national historical landmark, and with quiet streets that are flanked with towering Palmettos - (the city and the state's signature tree) - and centuries-old live oaks, an impromptu stroll can easily turn into a detailed tour of some of the East Coast's most historic, and altogether beautiful, famed national and regional sites.

Charleston SC

In Charleston, a rich history, phenomenal collection of architecture, and a unique southern style all combine to make this major city one of the premier tourist destinations in the south. Easily enjoyed by visitors of all interests and from all regions, Charleston should rank at the top on any travelers list of beautiful places to see in the southern United States.

Charleston SC

The city of Charleston began in 1670, as the English Colony of "Charles Town," named after and founded by King Charles II of Great Britain. The colony was an end result of English expeditions to this region of the New World that began in 1663, and cumulated in 1670 with the establishment of a new settlement.

Charleston SC

As the southernmost colony in the country at the time, this newly established community was subject to a number of potential attacks. Spain, France, and the suddenly displaced Native Americans were all threats to Charles Town, and forts and arsenals, (some of which are still standing), were quickly constructed to protect the small new population.

Charleston SC

However, despite this veritable range of threats from the get go, the new settlement was quickly and perpetually a resounding success. The site of Charleston or "Charles Town," bordering the Ashley and Cooper Rivers and located just several miles away from the barrier islands along the Atlantic Ocean, made it a prime locale for a shipping industry to thrive. In addition, the humid Lowcountry terrain that surrounded the area proved to be very fruitful for agricultural ventures, and within a few decades of its initial establishment, Charleston was churning out tons of Indigo and rice to export to ports all over the world. In fact, by the mid-18th century, it's estimated that nearly half the nation's rice was grown and shipped from the now major city of Charleston.

Charleston SC

During its early establishment and expansion, the city also became well known for its diverse group of residents - a distinction which would lead to some of the oldest churches, chapels and synagogues in the country. In Charleston, French Huguenots, Jews, Catholics, and other denominations could all escape religious persecution and live in peace, and as a result, a number of some of the oldest structures and congregations related to each religion in America can be found within the historic downtown city blocks.

Charleston SC

Of course, despite this relative prosperity and religious freedom, Charleston was not without its flaws. Slavery was at the backbone of this thriving industry, and the city had some of the largest plantations in the states, (with some of the highest numbers of slaves per property.) The majority of current sites and attractions like the Rice Museum or the Magnolia Plantation have special exhibits on this dark but clearly accurate chapter of Charleston's history, and a number of testaments to this forced lifestyle - like some of the oldest slave cabins in the south - can still be found in and around the city.

Charleston SC

Also, while Charleston was a hero during the American Revolution, and a wealthy and beautiful landmark during the antebellum period, it would became a shamed and occupied city during the Civil War, with Union troops marching in and overtaking the Southern stronghold in its entirety in 1865. A great fire and massive hurricanes would follow, destroying a number of the original landmarks, but thankfully not all of them, and today visitors can stroll through the small streets and find literally dozens of buildings that pre-date this tumultuous period.

Charleston SC

Today, Charleston is a friendly and diverse town that is chock-full of restaurants, antiques, historical attractions, golf courses, art galleries, farmer's markets, expansive gardens, and virtually anything a traveler would need to stay entertained.

Charleston SC

The dining scene alone in the city is staggering, with over 700 restaurants in the city and surrounding regions to explore. Ranging from French bistros to easy-going BBQ joints and delis, virtually every palette and appetite can be accommodated in this southern city. Fresh seafood is almost always on the menu, as the water-locked region, that's close to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, is well-known for having some of the freshest SC shrimp, crabs, and fish available.

Charleston SC

Boutiques, galleries, and shopping centers are always in season, as are the wide range of golf courses that inspire visitors to play at their best among some of the most gorgeous landscapes along the coastline. History buffs will want to look into the large number of tours available via a number of mediums, like narrated bus rides or romantic horse and buggy strolls through the historic downtown, and everyone will enjoy the fantastic seasonal celebrations that have become a hallmark of the city, like the yearly Seafood Festival or Charleston's own Oktoberfest.

Charleston SC

For accommodations, the city has a sprawling range of nationally-recognized chain hotels, however, most folks find the best places to stay are the intimate inns, bed and breakfasts, and individually rented condos or homes that can be found scattered throughout the downtown area. Appropriately priced, luxurious, and close to all the action, visiting groups of all sizes - from couples to large families - can easily find plenty of inviting room in this southern city during any time of year.

Charleston SC

Perhaps best of all, there is no "off-season" in Charleston - the city is always wide open and accommodating for guests throughout the year, with a warm climate that will shake off the winter blues or infuse a summer vacation with an added dose of fun and southern style.

Charleston SC

Easily one of the most historically grand cities in the south, Charleston is a stunning destination that is sure to leave visitors smiling. Warm, hospitable, history-rich, and simply beautiful, this southern city is always worthy of exploration, and is always ready to wow newcomers with its deep-seated legacy, incredible modern amenities, and world renowned southern hospitality and downhome charm.

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