About this Property

This is a excellent and unique opportunity to adore being able to experience Charleston more as a resident than a tourist. We are in a peaceful neighborhood and don't accept any events out of respect for our neighbors. You will savor the pretty piazza overlooking the garden and the Ashley River and the dazzling 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 sea winds. The builders of this unit were in the shipping work and a wharf was constructed into the river to accommodate the owner's ships. Unit 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 unit 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 winds. The two piazzas on the south side give a dual purpose: to give a calming place to adore the afternoon wind and sunsets and to give shade for the home itself from the afternoon sun.

On the main floor is an fashonable dining room with pretty hand made mahogany table, sideboard, and hunt-board. Just across the central hall is a less formal living room. It is furbished with appealing upholstered couch and chairs and accented with fine antiques including a mahogany chest, fold top desk, French farm table with 6 chairs and a gorgeous highboy. The new kitchen with stone counters, remarkable light filled windows on three sides, all new appliances and comforts is accessed through two nine foot entrances from the living room. All of these rooms open onto the main floor piazza and offer amazing opportunities for family fun and entertaining. A gracious central stairway leads from the piazza to the enormous and splendid Charleston garden.

The next floor homes the two main bedrooms, baths and closets. The two sizable 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 upper floor consists of two generous dormer bedrooms with fabulous windows on the north and south sides. Between these rooms is a bath with a shower. All have windows including a spectacular expansive roof top view of the landscape below.

The garden is sizable and appealing. The areas adjoining the home are terraced in old Charleston bricks and give astonishing area for containers of flowering plants. The planting in the main garden is a balanced mixture of evergreens which give shape, texture, and definition on a year round basis, and flowering shrubs and plants which give 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 thoroughly private from the street and thoroughly enclosed and offers phenomenal opportunities for entertaining or for children playing.

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

We also advise during the month of September particularly, and some into October that you buy 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. Please ask Jamie if you have any questions at all.

Tips to Save Money on your Rental

• Many rental owners and vacation rental properties provide Charleston area area travel discount books which feature deals, either offered independently by merchants, or by a relationship between the property management company and the vendor itself. Look for these magazines and promotional books, since this allows vacation goers to experience the same great activities with a quite often considerable discounted.
• Flexible about when you might visit? The off-peak shoulder seasons can offer fantastic rates on weekly rental properties.
• A number of rental companies and owners offer discounts for active and veteran members of the U.S. Military, or returning travelers of the same rental home. Be sure to ask property manager to see if your visiting gang is eligible for a discounted price.
• Is there a particular experience that you are most anticipating ? You should prioritize your proximity to the adventures and tours you are most looking forward to.
• Rental companies and individual rental owners typically offer guests the chance to buy trip insurance. Trip insurance, which usually add between 1% - 5% of the base term price, offers buyers reimbursement of their rental expenses for any days missed as a consequence of health emergencies or weather, in addition to ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or expenses, such as an unexpected motel stay or additional gasoline.

General Rental property Advice

First-timers are oftentimes shocked at the range and wide variety of short-term properties available in the Charleston area area. Vacation home accommodations have gained in popularity with the rise of online research sites like Tripadvisor and VRBO.

Rental homes are commonly owner operated or managed by rental management companies. Vacation rental management companies leverage scale, systems and expertise to provide hassle-free operational administration on behalf of the owner..

We have constructed a short guide to assist you in getting most out of your vacation rental experience.

Finding and reserving the right rental:

Before you start to book "Grand historic home, spacious, downtown, piazza and garden (Lic.#OP2018-00320)", read through our short collection of considerations.

The Earlier, The Better

Like many desirable vacation spots, In Charleston area the best rentals are booked early. To ensure the best selection of vacation rentals, we advise searching and booking your Charleston area vacation home 6-Twelve months before your travel dates, whenever you can. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years are excellent times to plan and book your vacation home..

Find your Spot and Establish Dates

Agreement can be challenging between family, but the moment this complicated part is finished everything will start to fall in place.

Bedrooms and Bed Sizes Matter

How many relatives are planning to share your getaway? Keep in mind that a lot of properties list maximum guest capacity, which oftentimes includes sofa beds in the home's living room. It is important to determine what is acceptable for your group. Specific descriptions of bedrooms and beds are typically accessible on the internet. If not, contact the property owner before you book.

Commit to a Spending Limit

Confirm that "Grand historic home, spacious, downtown, piazza and garden (Lic.#OP2018-00320)" fits your price range *during your desired dates*. If many groups or loved ones are sharing the cost, ensure each person knows their obligation and has approved a maximum they are willing to pay. Most rental contracts require a single person to be in charge of the full reservation.

Its All About Amenities

What home features is your family looking for? Do you want a rental property with outdoor kitchen? Are you more enthusiastic about a natural landscape or night life? Will the rental have bicycles and beach toys for use during your stay? Build a list of priority features to guide narrow your search.

Accessibility and Special Issues to consider

Often times the senior generation has challenges with stairs. If wheel chair accessibility, elevators, pool lifts or other specialized devices are necessary, factor that into your search. The majority of property listings include a list of amenities.

Paws-Friendly, Please

Make sure you include your pets. Animal friends are welcome at many rental homes, but guidelines can vary. A number of constraints may possibly eliminate a prospective rental home. Study your contract very carefully! Additional fees or deposits may be applied to your agreement. Ask questions *prior to* you reserve!

Searching the Internet

. Together with Homeaway, VRBO and Tripadvisor, we advise searching Google for "Charleston area local rental homes" for local rental management companies. Apart from offering distinctive properties, local agencies offer top-notch service..

Negotiate the Price

When you have identified your dream rental, check to confirm your vacation dates are available.

Some rental owners will negotiate rates, and some will not. If the rate isn't negotiable, the number of nights may be. The off-season offers your best chance to make a deal for a reduced rate.

Read the Total Contract

Find out which of the following is included in your quoted rate:

• Utility bills
• Internet Connectivity
• Telephone service
• Pool Heating
• Cable and pay-per-view TV
• Cleaning Fees
• Trash Pickup (and which day?)
• Maintenance (get a phone number)
• Check in & Check Out Key Exchange
• Parking Fees

In addition to the regular rate, visitors will need to pay state taxes when booking "Grand historic home, spacious, downtown, piazza and garden (Lic.#OP2018-00320)", in addition to any other additional fees that may be mandatory based upon their circumstances, including a dog charge, early check-in or late check-out fee, or a pool heater fee for private swimming pool usage during the autumn or spring months.

Trip Insurance

Cancellation policies vary with each property. You will probably be offered trip insurance. Trip insurance shields the renter against emergency situations and weather events, It gives comfort should catastrophe strike.

Book your Rental Property

After you believe you've identified "the one", begin the reservation process. You will probably be asked to submit a security deposit at time of booking.

Where to Get Assistance

Be sure to get the manager's contact phone number and entry/exit procedures for your rental property. We recommend storing the contact's information in your cell phone and wallet.

Good luck on reserving your rental home! You're on your way to a fantastic vacation!

During your Stay

• Record the condition of the rental unit immediately upon arrival. Contact the rental manager right away to report your findings. If there is a dispute about responsibility later, having the recorded problems and communication attempts could be very helpful.
• You could need instructions for a gas fireplace, Television or spa. Call your rental manager. They are there to help. A phone call can save several hours of difficulty.
• Don't forget to be a good neighbor. Locals are likely to be as friendly to you as you are respectful of them. Remember the golden rule and treat others the same way you'd like to be treated by visitors next to your home.
• Ask a local. Natives are a fantastic source of advice. Who better to ask where to get the best pizza, have a great night out, or the best spots for shopping?
• Enjoy your stay! Make sure that you protect the rental owner (and your things!) by keeping the home secured when you are away, exactly like you would in your own home.

Checking Out

• Make sure you've packed all your possessions. Sweep each room in the home for forgotten possessions. Inspect bathrooms, the garage, cabinets, patios, the swimming pool area, and anywhere else your gear might "hide".
• Make sure to walk through the rental home one final time and check for property damage. We suggest walking through with the rental manager whenever possible (this isn't always the case).. If the property owner is not available, you'll want to take photos of the property to record its condition.
• Did you have a great time? Virtually all rental home web sites ask for feedback after your stay . Owners and property managers will appreciate your glowing recommendations. If something was disagreeable and they did not fix it in a acceptable manner, or if the property was not as described, you may want to make it a point as part of your critique.

Use Your Experience

Does everybody want to re-book next year? If everything was perfect, next year's vacation planning is going to be quick. If not, you've gained valuable experience that can help with another search.