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Four Bedrooms on Ashley! | The Beehive

Permit Number: 06191The Space: Welcome to The Beehive, a gorgeously reimagined historic Charleston home where timeless appeal meets modern comfort. Once a beloved bed and breakfast, this freshly refreshed 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath getaway is located in...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Historic Meets Modern on King Street– ...

King St. Commons – Upscale Downtown Living in the Heart of CharlestonWelcome to King St. Commons – A appealing Duo of King's Court and Park's Edge! Steps from King Street's best eateries, stores, and nightlife, King St. Commons is a fresh...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Historic Charleston Charm

Summary:Discover this delightfully remodeled 1830s residence just six blocks from King Street. Historic Charleston Charm blends original period architecture with modern amenities, creating a warm and inviting base for your stay. Ideal for those who...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Historic 1905 Charming Bungalow 2 Blocks...

Summary:Stay at our delightfully refreshed flagship property under The Dunes brand! We acquired this spectacular 1905 Charleston Victorian duplex home in the heart of the fashionable and trendy Cannonborough neighborhood in September 2019 and...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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A luxury stay in a piece of history, The Cookhouse is a charming and charming option located in Charleston’s Garden District near Wragg Mall and its live oaks and fountain, the Charleston Museum, the Visitors’ Center, Marion Square, two historic...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Downtown | Grill | Sleeps 6 | Steps from...

Summary:Welcome to Bridgeside Bungalow! ???? This 3BR/2BA home in Charleston’s historic Hampstead Hill blends 1872 appeal with modern comfort, featuring high ceilings, restored heart pine floors, and a calming piazza ????. Savor vistas of the...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

Charleston Tours & Activities

Shark-tooth Hunting/Intracoastal Waterway Expedition

duration: 4 Hours meeting_point: Shem Creek Marina Boat Ramp description: Embark on a 4-hour adventure along the Intracoastal Waterway, hunting for ancient shark teeth and exploring Charleston’s stunning waterways. A fun and interactive tour for...

Sail from Historic Charleston to Kiawah Island, South Carolina
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$1,600.00 - $3,200.00

duration: 24 hours cancellation_summary: 48 hrs meeting_point: Saint Johns Yacht Harbor group_size: 4 description: Provision the galley with your favorite food and beverages and stow your gear as we are going to set sail for the ocean and return to...

Charleston Downtown Culinary Tour

Charleston Culinary Tours

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$95.00

duration: 2.5 Hours cancellation_summary: Cancellation policies differ depending on group size and tour type description: Neighborhood Historic French Quarter & City Market About This 2 ½ hour tour explores the area surrounding the City...

Frankly Charleston Black History & Sightseeing Ride-Walk (PM) Tour

description: Ride/Walk the African American story tour! Duration Two Hours About **PM ONLY** More of the untold contributions of the African Americans, known as the “Gullah People”. Let's continue to peek beneath the...

Two Hour Private Day Sail

Charleston Breeze

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$300.00

duration: 2 hours meeting_point: Folly Public Boat Launch, 97 Center St, Charleston SC 29412 group_size: Up to 6 passengers description: Two hour day sails are a great way to get on the water. The time "off boat" at sandbars or islands is more...

Charleston and the American Revolution
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$29.00 - $39.00

duration: 2 hours cancellation_summary: Tickets can be refunded up until 24 hours prior to start time. meeting_point: 122 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401 group_size: Maximum 20 people pricing: Adults 13+: $39 Children 4-12: $29 3 and under...

Sunset Sail • Xocolata (32ft Sailboat)
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$599.00 - $1,392.00

duration: 2.5 hours meeting_point: Blue Life Charters LLC • 33 Lockwood Drive Charleston, SC 29401 US description: Experience a Luxurious Charleston Sunset Cruise with Blue Life Charters! Embark on an enchanting journey with Blue Life Charters...

One Hour Private Yoga Lesson • Call to Book!

meeting_point: 64 9th St W Ext, Folly Beach, SC 29439 description: This is a 1 hour private class that is tailored to your individual needs. There are many reasons you might want to take a private class. Solo Class Option: $60 1 hour class. If you...

Morris Island Drop Off up to 6ppl | Folly Beach Location

meeting_point: Folly Beach, SC description: This is a completely self-guided adventure! About Whether you're a curious naturalist, history nerd, love picking up shells, looking for Megalodon teeth, or just want to sit with your beach chair...

Links Afternoon Rate

Wild Dunes Resort

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$179.00

meeting_point: Links Golf Course description: Tee Times Made 12pm-2:50pm Rates $139 per person Rates are for tee times after 12pm About This is not a tee time. Must book tee time prior to paying. Please call for assistance** - *Guest will...

Links 3pm Rate

Wild Dunes Resort

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$109.00

meeting_point: Links Golf Course description: Isle of Palms Rates $109 per person Rates are for tee times after 3pm About **This is not a tee time. Must book tee time prior to paying. Please call for assistance** - *Guest will be required...

Car Smash

The Mad Smash Rage Room

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$34.00 - $37.00

description: Channel some rage or have some fun as you smash up a car! Duration 5 mins About Smash as much as you can in 5 minutes! This option is for the car room! Safety gear and smash weapons provided. Must be at least 8 years old, wear...

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.

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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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