About this Property

Sleeps 9
4 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Private vacation home
Approximately 3505 square feet

Before requesting to book, please know we need to know your plans—your needs and your plans. We want the home to be right for you and we need to know you are a good fit. We have a 24 hour review for this reason. Until we have this information we will decline a booking.

This is a outstanding and unique opportunity to appreciate being able to experience Charleston more as a resident than a tourist. We are in a peaceful neighborhood and don't allow any events out of respect for our neighbors. (We do have other properties that are suitable for wedding groups and modest events. The vrbo numbers will be listed at the end). You will savor the impressive piazza overlooking the garden and the Ashley River and the pretty interior spaces.

This is an authentic Charleston 'single-home' (c 1795) which means a Charleston home that is a single room in depth, designed to catch the ocean breezes. The builders of this property were in the shipping business and a wharf was constructed into the river to accommodate the owner's ships. Property taxes at that time were based on a front footage assessment and the typical single home was placed so that the narrow side of the home would be on the street side. This property was an exception in that the long side of the home faces South Battery which made it even more accessible to the prevailing summer southwest breezes. The two piazzas on the south side provide a dual purpose: to provide a comfortable place to enjoy the afternoon breeze and sunsets and to provide shade for the home itself from the afternoon sun.

On the MAIN FLOORING is an delightful dining room with handsome hand made mahogany table, sideboard, and hunt-board. Just across the central hall is a less formal living room. It is furnished with comfortable upholstered couch and chairs and accented with fine antiques including a mahogany chest, fold top desk, French farm table with 6 chairs and a impressive highboy. The new kitchen with granite counters, splendid light filled windows on three sides, all new appliances and amenities is accessed through two nine foot entrances from the living room. All of these rooms open onto the main floor piazza and offer phenomenal opportunities for family fun and entertaining. A gracious central stairway leads from the piazza to the sizable and alluring Charleston garden.

The SECOND floor homes the two main bedrooms, baths and closets. The two enormous bedrooms with four poster mahogany King Bed in Master and Queen in Guest Room and adjoining bathrooms open onto the upper piazza overlooking the garden and Charleston Harbor.

The THIRD floor consists of two huge dormer bedrooms with excellent windows on the north and south sides. Between these rooms is a bath with a shower. All have windows providing a spectacular expansive roof top view of the landscape below.

The GARDEN is cavernous and gorgeous. The areas adjoining the home are terraced in old Charleston bricks and provide astounding area for containers of flowering plants. The planting in the main garden is a balanced mixture of evergreens which provide shape, texture, and definition on a year round basis, and flowering shrubs and plants which provide a bouquet of color and scent as the seasons evolve. In the center of the front garden is a shallow reflecting pool with an Italian fountain. The fountain is automatically lighted at nighttime and bathes the whole area with the ambiance of warm light and gurgling sounds. It is completely private from the street and completely enclosed and offers incredible opportunities for entertaining or for kids playing.

NEARBY
Very near prominent streets such as Church, Meeting, King and Legare Streets all are within very short walking distances to the property. White Point Gardens and the Harbor are within walking distance of the home. The home is in simple walking distance to the historic home museums, antique stores, art galleries, stores and famed eateries.

HURRICANES
We also advise during the month of September particularly, and some into October that you purchase the trip protection insurance because that is the peak hurricane season in our area. The optional trip insurance offered through Vacation Rental By Owner would cover any weather related cancellation. We do not offer refunds or date changes due to weather outside the 60 day cancellation period. Please ask Jamie if you have any questions at all.

WEDDING GROUP/FAMILY REUNION/CORPORATE RETREAT OPTIONS:
Our other properties are at St Philip Square and offer many flexible options. The vrbo numbers are:
7841346. 7841344. 1662029. 1351757
834186. 567555. 1446527. 1531369

And for an out of town treat look at vrbo #340070

About the Area

This vacation home is located in Charleston Historic District, a neighborhood in Charleston, and is near theme parks and on a river. Charleston City Market and Charleston Tanger Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waterfront Park and Riverfront Park. South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point are not to be missed. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tricks and tips to get the perfect vacation property experience:

When to visit Charleston & When to book:

The earlier your group can book a vacation rental, the easier your search will be. The best rental homes are reserved early. Booking your rental home six - twelve months before your vacation is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your vacation home.
Summer months are the most expensive season in Charleston. Booking in Spring or Fall is a good way to save money on your vacation. Rental rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of desirable homes. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook the holidays for a Charleston area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday vacation on the coast? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with family and friends at the beach.
Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property manager whether your group qualifies for a price reduction or discount.
Property management companies often offer renters an option to obtain vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which will generally cost anywhere between 1% - 5% of the stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as hurricane evacuation charges, such as an unanticipated hotel or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for specifics.
Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Charleston area area travel guides which will include money-saving deals, either offered independently by local companies, or by way of a partnership between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Charleston area area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Planning and picking your prefectrental:

To start, have your group select trip dates and a budget.
Determine how many beds and what type of bedroom configuration your group requires. Grand historic home, spacious, downtown, piazza and garden (Lic.#OP2018-00320) has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
Precise descriptions of bedrooms and bed counts & types is commonly available on booking websites. If not, email or call the property owner before reserving the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds.
Are you bringing the family pet? Many vacation homes allow animals, but guidelines and restrictions apply. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or costs may be applied to your invoice.
Is your group looking for special amenities? Most websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental home.
Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for those with limited mobility. .

Tips for a fantastic stay:

Be sure you get the host's contact number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental home.
Hosts are great sources of help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
Protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking the property while you are away, just like you would at home.
During check-in, make note of any issues with the property and immediately alert the host. Keep records of all correspondence in case a dispute arises.
Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers disrupting your home life. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great local food and places you would have not otherwise known!
Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night out, or the best spots for crabbing?
At departure, take a walk-through to confirm you haven't leave anything behind. Remember to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden belongings. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
Leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent ratings to propel new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your experience find their best vacation home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the manager had any control over the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to solve it.