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Billfish Bungalow - 4 mi to downtown & 6...

Escape to luscious James Island and have the best of both worlds! This handsome bungalow is 4 miles to downtown Charleston and 6 miles from Folly Beach! Visit Bowens Island for famed vistas, kayaking, and a historic seafood restaurant or rendezvous...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
 Charming 3-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom Retreat ...

Charming 3-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom Retreat in the Heart of Historic CharlestonWelcome to your ideal Charleston hideaway! This gorgeously refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home at 2 Rutledge Ave offers the ideal combination of modern luxury and historic...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Quiet Retreat in Downtown Charleston –...

The Coach House – Historic Charm & Cozy Living in Downtown CharlestonTucked behind the Wickliffe House in the heart of Charleston's medical district, The Coach House is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offering timeless character and refreshed comfort in...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
The D'Alhana~1BR entire guesthouse in do...

Get comfortable and savor plenty of additional room at this roomy place. The Dalhana is a mix of bungalow and studio new and old exactly what Charleston represents! The Dalhana is considered a ‘backhouse’ having all the fixins! Washer, dryer...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
3 47th Avenue by AvantStay | Oceanfront ...

Welcome to 3 47th Avenue, where striking architecture meets modern design. This cavernous getaway invites you to indulge in the ideal blend of luxury and comfort.Marvel at the unique private pool, boasting an in-water sitting area for unparalleled...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Sandy Oaks: The Best of Both Worlds!

Beach? Downtown? Lowcountry experience? You don't have to compromise at Sandy Oaks! Bring your furry friend to appreciate the roomy, entirely fenced-in backyard, sip wine on the deck, and play foosball in the game room. Located 5 miles to Folly...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

Charleston Tours & Activities

Kayak Rental

Edisto Watersports and Tackle

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$40.00 - $80.00

meeting_point: Edisto Beach, SC description: *Book Online Now!* ___________________________________ Rates **Single Kayak:** $40 **Tandem Kayak (Seats 2):** $80 **Tandem Kayak + Child(under 10):** $60 *Must be 18+ to Rent* *Ages 4 & over...

2.5 Hour Shark Fishing Trip

Crosby Coastal Charters

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$350.00

duration: 2 Hours meeting_point: 2223 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412 description: Reel in Adventure: Join Our 2-Hour Thrilling Shark Fishing Expedition! Shark fishing trips are a fun way to give everyone the chance to get out, enjoy the water...

3-Hour Party Boat on

meeting_point: Folly Beach, SC description: We Specialize in Party Boat Tours! Duration 3 Hours About Jump aboard our 20 passenger high end tour boat, The Dolphin Queen, and settle into an easygoing, on-the-water party just south of Charleston...

Charleston Ghost Tour

Charleston Old Walled City Walking Tours

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$11.00 - $250.00

meeting_point: 108 Meeting Street 29401 description: Join us tonight for our "Spectral Adventure" Charleston Ghost Tour! Duration 1.5 hours | 1 mile About Public Tour at 8:00 PM The Spectral Adventure Ghost Walking Tour will leave you...

Private Sunset Tour

Tiki Tours of Charleston

meeting_point: Tiki Tours of Charleston description: *A Sunset Tour So Beautiful You Might Cry!* ___________________________________ Duration 2 hours Rates *Base Rate (Up to 20 People):* $1500 *Each Additional Person (Up to 32 People):...

DRUNK History & Haunt Jaunt

History, Haunts, & Hahas!

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$30.00

duration: 2.5 Hours group_size: 12 accessibility: Tours cover about 1 mile on uneven streets with frequent stops. Please contact us in advance to discuss any mobility needs—we’ll do our best to accommodate. Some arrangements may require...

Yoga Class

Charleston SUP Safaris

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$55.00 - $85.00

duration: 1.5 Hours cancellation_summary: 24 Hours meeting_point: 83 Center St Folly Beach SC 29439 min_age: 10 group_size: Private, Semi Private, Small & Large Groups description: We are excited to get you out on the water to experience SUP like...

The Charleston Ghost and Graveyard Tour

duration: 1.5 Hours cancellation_summary: Tickets can be refunded up until 24 hours prior to start time meeting_point: 18 Anson St., Charleston, SC 29401 pricing: • **Adults ages 13+**: Starting at $37 • **Child ages 4 -12**: Starting at...

Guided Kayak Full Moon Paddle

Edisto Watersports and Tackle

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$60.00 - $120.00

description: Enjoy a guided kayak tour at night during a full moon! Tours will head out with the tide and enjoy paddling the creek by full moon.

Guided Scooter Tours

Scooter Stop

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$300.00 - $500.00

meeting_point: CHARLESTON, South Carolina description: Have A Personal Guide Through The Charleston, SC Streets. Find Great Spots & Then Finish The Tour Till You Want Them Picked Up. Duration 2 or 4 Hours ... You Choose & We'll Guide ...

Coastal Culture Charter

Charleston Outdoor Adventures

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$10.00 - $42.00

description: Rates **$42 per adult (13 and older)** **$32 per child 3-12 years old** **$10 per infant under 3** ___ Duration 1.5 hour Guests can cancel or reschedule outside of 24 hours without penalty. All tours are nonrefundable within 24...

Morris Island Lighthouse Dolphin Boat Tour DQ Public/Private

duration: 2 hours meeting_point: Folly Beach, SC group_size: 18 accessibility: Our boat, the dolphin queen cannot accommodate a wheel chair or people with mobility issues. description: Join a nature and history cruise behind Folly Beach to spot...

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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