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Guesthouse Charleston: SOUTH (82 B)

82 - B is a cavernous second-floor apartment offering ample comfort for your entire group, featuring two king beds, three queen beds, and four and a half bathrooms. Located just a fast three-block walk from King Street, you'll be within simple reach...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Luxe Isle of Palms Retreat • Pool + Fi...

Elevated coastal living meets effortless group comfort at Sparrow House, a gorgeously designed 5-bedroom getaway in Isle of Palms where every detail feels considered and every space invites you to settle in. With soaring ceilings, curated interiors...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Historic Carriage House  East Battery wi...

Location of the Carriage House at 21 East Battery St. (across from Charleston Harbor) is in the historic residential area of the city. The roomy interiors of the Carriage House have original beamed ceilings, heart-pine floors and a second-floor...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Spacious 3BR in Pet Friendly Walkable Re...

Summary:Bowen VillageThe Space:Welcome to your freshly refreshed fresh 3-bedroom, 2-bath guest suite located in the heart of the vibrant, walkable village of Bowen! Appreciate the ideal blend of luxury and convenience, just steps away from an array...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Newly renovated 2BR townhome in the hear...

One of James Island's Finest! Available for 30+ day stays, Halcyon House is centrally located on James Island and is a fast drive to do some shopping downtown Charleston or to catch a wave on Folly Beach. James Island is a kid-friendly community...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Spacious 4-Bedroom Beach House with Pool...

30 Beachwood East – No More Cloudy DaysLocation: Isle of Palms, SC, USAOverview:Welcome to 30 Beachwood East, a comfortable 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home located just steps from the ocean in Wild Dunes on Isle of Palms. With ocean vistas, a huge...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10

Charleston Tours & Activities

Sunset Cruise - 38' Freeman

Pole Dancer Charters LLC

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$1,000.00

duration: 3 Hours meeting_point: 1903 Waterway Island, Isle Of Palms SC, 29451 description: Glide along the Charleston Harbor, taking in stunning panoramas of the sun setting behind the city skyline. Enjoy a Charleston golden hour on the water with...

3 Hour Private Charter

Gatsby Charters

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$1,500.00

duration: 3 Hours cancellation_summary: You will receive a full refund with 5 days notice , a 50% refund with 3 days notice, and no refund if you cancel within 72 hours of your charter. meeting_point: Charleston Maritime Center group_size: Maximum 6...

Trailering Lesson

Boat Coach Charleston

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$150.00

duration: 1.5 Hours meeting_point: 2408 Maybank HWY Johns Island. SC 29455 min_age: 13 description: This lesson provides hands-on instruction in safely and confidently hauling a trailer. Students learn how to properly hitch and unhitch, perform...

Private Daytime Charter

Charleston Harbor Sailing LLC

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$100.00 - $500.00

description: Set sail for an afternoon adventure! Duration 2.5 Hours About Embark on an exclusive adventure on board "Esprit de Joy," tailor-made for groups of up to 6 guests in search of an intimate and personalized experience. Private...

Charleston Brewery Bus Tours

Original Pub and Brewery Tours of Charleston

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$85.00

description: “Local beer, local flavor, local fun!” ______ Rates **Adult (Ages 21+ With Valid ID):** $85 _____ Duration 3.5 Hours _____ About This is an exclusive Charleston brewery bus tour showcasing Charleston’s craft breweries...

The Dewees House

Real Haunted Savannah LLC

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$179.00

meeting_point: Downtown Charleston, SC description: 3 Hour Paranormal Investigation at The Dewees House Duration 3 hours About Are you ready to embark on a spine-tingling adventure through Charleston's haunted history? Join...

Diva Royale - Drag Queen Show Charleston
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$25.00 - $1,099.99

meeting_point: Cheetah Club - 2028 Pittsburgh Ave, Charleston, SC 29405 description: The finest drag queen dinner, brunch shows, and female celebrity impersonations in the world! Rates (Taxes and Fees Included) - **General Admission** ...

True Crime Tour - Adult Drinks Included

duration: 2 meeting_point: Charleston, SC min_age: 21 group_size: 12 description: The only tour in Charleston that combines great True Crime stories and great drinks included in the tour price.  Join us for Cocktail City Tours True Crime Tour...

Christmas Tree Festival At Boone Hall Farms
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$8.00 - $30.00

description: **FAMILY FOUR PACK $30 each** SAVE $10 off regular admission pricing at the event. Admits four people ages 3 and up. Children two and under free with adult. **INDIVIDUAL TICKETS - $8 each** SAVE on regularly priced individual...

Photography Studio Rental

Mayfair Art Studios

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$30.00 - $240.00

description: *Take the perfect photos in the Mayfair Photography Studios!* ___________________________________ Rates **Hourly Studio Rental:** $30.00 ___________________________________ Duration Up To 12...

July 4th Charleston Harbor Fireworks Sail

duration: 3 Hours cancellation_summary: Until 48 Hours Before Sail Start meeting_point: Enter Shem Creek Boardwalk between Water's Edge Restaurant and Mt Pleasant Seafood min_age: 13 group_size: 100 accessibility: Due to dock location and boarding...

Morning Marsh Magic

Out Yonder Excursions LLC

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$55.00 - $375.00

duration: 2 Hours cancellation_summary: Full refund when canceled more than 24 hours before departure. group_size: Maximum 6 Passengers description: **Start your day on the water as the Lowcountry marsh comes alive around you!** Step away from the...

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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