General Features[>
- Books
- Foosball table
- Games
- 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
- 5 bathrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Air conditioning
- Basketball nearby
- Bathtub or shower
- Bed sheets provided
- Blender
- Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Deadbolt lock
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Dining room
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- English
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Fishing nearby
- Fitness facilities nearby
- Free WiFi
- Furnished patio
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Hiking nearby
- Ice maker
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- In the city center
- Iron/ironing board
- Jet skiing nearby
- Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
- Living room
- Microwave
- Near a health or beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near laundromat
- Near outlet shopping
- No elevator (single level property)
- No pets allowed
- Onsite parking
- Outdoor furniture
- Oven
- Parasailing nearby
- Refrigerator
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Shampoo
- Smart TV
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Smoke-free property
- Snorkeling nearby
- Soap
- Stovetop
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
- Water skiing nearby
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Sleeps 14
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Private vacation home
Welcome to The Penny Palace: Where History Meets Modern Comfort!
This 3-story historic gem, is located in the heart of the Historical District in downtown Charleston and invites you to experience the timeless appeal of the 1800s with all the amenities of today. Whether you’re planning a bachelorette or bachelor hideaway, a memorable family vacation, beach vacation, or a reunion with friends, The Penny Palace is your ideal getaway to spend nights in downtown Charleston and days at the beaches - Folly Beach, IOP and Sullivans Island! .
The Penny Palace, named after its penny entryway floor, is a very cavernous Historical home constructed in the 1870, and bodes 3-stories of Charleston charm in Downtown Charleston located near the Medical District. Our home is the ideal combination of Charleston charm complete with modern-day upgrades. Plus, within a 15 min. drive to beaches: Sullivans, Folly & Isle of Palm.
Location: Less than a half a mile from the center of King Street, Marion Square, Charleston Harbor, College of Charleston, Battery Park and more, you’re steps away from Charleston’s vibrant dining, Rainbow Row, Carriage rides, haunted tours, and of course the shopping scene- both antiques and today's fashion!
The Space: It has 5 BR's, 4 Full Baths and (2) 1/2 baths , dining room w/formal table that seats 10, entirely supplied kitchen, breakfast nook and multiple family rooms throughout 3 floors. The home is newly refinished but kept the Southern Charm of Charleston with original wood floors, exposed beams and of course fireplaces everywhere!
Why Choose The Penny Palace?
1. Prime Location: Unbeatable! We’re less than half a mile from the center of King Street, Marion Square, Charleston Harbor, and the College of Charleston. Imagine stepping out your door and being mere moments away from vibrant dining, historic Rainbow Row, enchanting carriage rides, and captivating haunted tours. And yes, the shopping scene—both antiques and today’s fashion—is right at your doorstep.
2. Beach Proximity: Within a 15-min. drive, you’ll find yourself on the sandy shores of three impressive beaches: Sullivan’s Island, Folly Beach, and the Isle of Palms. Spend your days exploring historic Charleston, and your evenings unwinding by the ocean.
3. Roomy Accommodations: With 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and 2 half baths, there’s room for everybody. Gather around the formal dining table that seats 10, or relax in multiple family rooms spread across three floors. The original wood floors and exposed beams maintain the Southern charm of Charleston, while modern conveniences ensure your comfort.
4. Bedroom Bliss: The first floor features a huge bedroom with a king bed and an ensuite bathroom. On the second floor, three additional bedrooms each have their own full bathroom and queen beds. Need a dedicated workspace? We’ve got you covered with an additional family room.
5. Loft Retreat: Head up to the third floor, where a comfortable loft room awaits. 1 Queen and 1 twin bed with a half bathroom make it ideal for kids or friends.
6. Private Back Patio: Whether you’re sipping morning coffee or appreciating an evening under the stars, our private back patio offers plenty of seating. Choose between the covered area or the open-air section—it’s your getaway.
7. Parking Convenience: Leave your worries behind! The Penny Palace provides two complimentary parking spaces in a private lot, with additional spots available for a nominal fee.
First Floor: Living room, formal dining room, half bathroom, completely-equipped kitchen with breakfast nook, 1 Sizable Bedroom with King bed and ensuite bathroom.
Second Floor: 3 bedrooms with full bathroom for each and Queen beds. Additional family room/dedicated work space off one of the bedrooms.
Third Floor: Loft room with 1 Queen Bed and 1 twin beds and half bathroom.
Savor calming on the private back patio with plenty of seating both covered and uncovered.
Home comes with 2 parking spaces in a private parking lot complimentary of charge with parking garages around the corner and available for additional costs.
2 Additional beds available upon request- 1 Twin and 1 Full size raised blow up bed
*Weekly discounts available from 10-20% depending on season
*Monthly rate depends on cleaning schedule- please inquire for prices
About the Area
Located in Charleston, this vacation home is in the city center. Patriots Point and USS Yorktown are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Charleston City Market and Fort Sumter. Check out an event or a game at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, and consider making time for South Carolina Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
Special Instructions
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Nearby Restaurants
- Shem Creek Waterfront - 3.5 miles
Nearby Activities
- William Aiken House - 0.4 miles
- Marion Square - 0.4 miles
- Joseph Manigault House - 0.5 miles
- Charleston Museum - 0.5 miles
- Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim - 0.5 miles
- Brittlebank Park - 0.6 miles
- City Marina - 0.7 miles
- City Market - 0.7 miles
Nearby Shopping
- City Market - 0.7 miles
- Gibbes Museum of Art - 0.7 miles
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