The Jacob Rabb House -Steps to the Historic Market - Vacation rental home in Charleston, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 8
• 4 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 2825 square feet

Summary:
The Jacob Rabb House (circa 1851) is located in the exclusive Ansonborough neighborhood in the heart of the Historic District. Its location presents a walkable opportunity to experience Charleston, while also providing 3 off-street parking spaces. The extravagant three-story home and walled garden is charmingly maintained. It offers an unbeatable combination of peaceful luxury, privacy, and safety during your stay in the City of Charleston ... ideal for family vacations.

The Space:
The Jacob Rabb House is an historic masonry antebellum home that was constructed in 1851 by Jacob Rabb. He purchased the lot from the neighboring Methodist Episcopal Church and constructed the present building, a typical "Charleston single" home with a pilastered brick, gable end, and slate roof. Our home was the only survivor of its kind in the Fire of 1861 in Ansonborough, which is evident by the smaller more modest wooden dwellings constructed after the Civil War, such as the Freedman's Cottages at 14 and 17 Pinckney Street, and the modest wooden single homes at 18 and 19 Pinckney Street. Jacob Rabb House has received numerous awards for historic preservation, including the esteemed Carolopolis Award from the Preservation Society of Charleston. It is protected by a Conservation Easement donated to Historic Charleston Foundation.
The appealing Ansonborough neighborhood itself was conceived in 1696 as the first "suburb" of the original walled City of Charles Town. It came to be known as Ansonborough for the colonial naval officer George Anson, the future First Lord of the Admiralty. It was said that he won the rights to the property in a card game with a wealthy local merchant. What great luck! A walk through the neighborhood will give you examples of striking historic architecture, grandiose columns, gorgeous courtyards and gardens with original wrought iron gates, piazzas located among massive live oaks, and one of the few original cobblestone streets remaining in the City.
The property is located on Pinckney Street at Church Street, just one block off the famed Market Street. Our ideal location enables you to appreciate every aspect of Charleston's Historic District. Step right out your front piazza door and this huge City is yours. Walk through the Old City Market on your way to the famed Battery on East Bay Street, or take up a few art galleries and antique stores along King Street before a picnic. Stop by any number of tiny wine and cheese stores and pack a picnic before you head to Waterfront Park, or take a private horse-drawn carriage ride. Museums, the Aquarium, festivals, the Dock Street Theater, the famed Home and Garden Tours, and an evening ghost tour are all within walking distance of our home.
The property has undergone a series of major interior renovations since 2018. The garden and courtyard were remodeled in 2019 and 2020. In 2023 an additional bathroom was added creating a 4th bedroom with en suite.
The property: upon entering via a 3-car gated drive into the private walled garden, you begin to experience the relaxation. The garden piazzas are ideal for viewing the horses and carriages just across the street. Let's go inside...
The first level of the home consists of a light-filled drawing room (also called the Morning Room in older Charleston days), a rustic exposed brick dining room that resembles a wine cellar, and a refreshed kitchen with a luxury La Cornue gas and electric range, Carrara granite countertops, and bespoke cabinetry. The powder room is located off the kitchen.
On the second floor you will find the master bedroom (King Bed) and bath, consisting of a enormous shower, double vanities, and private water closet. There is a second bedroom with ensuite bathroom on this floor. With the second floor piazza entrance located just outside your bedroom door, you will be tempted to stay home and watch life go by.
The third level you contains two well-appointed guest bedrooms, both with Queen-sized beds, and a freshly modernized hotel style full bath. We are confident you and your family will find our home to be exactly what you are looking for in a Charleston home.
**please note the top floor bathroom can take 10-15minutes to receive hot water to the shower and sink**

Guest Access:
Door access codes will be supplied prior to check-in, along with pertinent property information, Wifi access and recommendations for dining, if needed.

The Neighborhood:
Located in the Historic Ansonborough neighborhood, the home is just 1 block from the Charleston Market, walking distance to all of the shopping, dining and historic tours of Charleston.

Other Things to Note:
The hot water heater is located at the bottom of the home. For guest's knowledge, the top floor bathroom take roughly 10 or so mins. to get hot water.

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.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Strategies to get the perfect Charleston rental experience:

When to reserve a Charleston area rental home & When to go:

• The earlier your group can reserve a home, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are reserved early. Booking your rental six to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years Eve are excellent times to plan and reserve your vacation rental.
• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in coastal SC. To get the most suitable rental home within your budget, we suggest reserving in the Spring or Fall. You'll benefit from lower rental rates, greater selection, beautiful weather and the absence of giant crowds at the beach and popular attractions. Many vacationers use this strategy to find larger homes within budget, or to reserve an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable or unaffordable during the Summer months.
• Veterans and Active Duty Military members may be qualified for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your vacationing group qualifies for a discount.
• Booking websites typically offer customers an option to obtain vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed days as a result of medical-related emergencies or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance can be a a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Charleston area area visitor guides that include money-saving offers, either offered independently by local businesses, or through a relationship with the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Charleston area area magazine and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Filter your rental search:

• Begin by selecting vacation dates and a max budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. The Jacob Rabb House -Steps to the Historic Market has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our vacation rental search.
• Precise details about bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is normally accessible on booking pages. If not, contact the property management company before reserving the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which usually includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If your group is vacationing with pets, you will need a pet-friendly vacation rental. Get information on breed, weight, and type requirements. Note that some property managers charge pet deposits and fees.
• Is your family looking for particular amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. Remember to confirm all required amenities are available before reserving a rental

Considerations for your stay:

• Store the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions before, during, or after your stay.
• Keep the property locked while you are gone! Don't let burglars spoil your vacation.
• Make a record of any damages to the rental upon arrival, and immediately contact the property manager. We specifically recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain time stamps that can be beneficial if a dispute is filed.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking policies can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll magnify your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors can be a terrific resource to find the best local beaches.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local resident! Residents can often help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to spend a rainy day, have a great night out, or the best spots for fishing?
• Don't leave anything behind! Just before departing, walk through the rental to reconfirm you've collected all of your things. Re-check bathrooms, garages, and back yards for hidden items. Clean the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Inspect the rental one final time and look for damages to contents or the property itself. We suggest inspecting the property with the property manager whenever possible. If the host isn't available, remember to take photos and video of the rental to record its condition.
• Did your family have a wonderful time? Most rental management companies make it easy for vacationers to provide comments. If your rental and/or property management company was fantastic, they always love to hear your praise. If anything was defective and they failed to fix it reasonably, or if the vacation rental wasn't described correctly, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.