Walk to Upper King! Renovated Kitchen, Double Piazzas. Original Charleston Home Experience. - Vacation rental home in Charleston, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1234 square feet

Located in the Cannonborough-Elliottborough neighborhood of downtown Charleston near Upper King Street eateries, shopping and nightlife, Gertie's Downtown is a two story Charleston Single home that's just a short walk, bicycle or cab ride to all the action in downtown Charleston. Gertie's Downtown serves as a terrific home base from which you can launch your Charleston adventures. The home's layout, with the living room, kitchen and piazza on the first floor and the two bedrooms, two bathrooms and another piazza on the second floor, provide space for you and your guests to either interact together or getaway into separate spaces on your own.

Constructed in 1852, Gertie's Downtown is a grandiose ole dame of a home that oozes character & appeal. While the home does have many architectural features you'd expect to find in a home of this age (like old windows, doors & bricks for the non-functioning fireplaces) and is located near the Crosstown highway (which can be noisy during the day & nighttime), it has numerous modern features like its delightfully refreshed kitchen and new floor throughout the ground floor. The nightly rental rate reflects the older nature of this home. We do allow modest dogs under 40 lbs at this home. Please note that there is no dedicated off-street parking for this home.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS FOR GERTIE'S DOWNTOWN (sleeps 4):

Master suite (upstairs):
- Queen bed
- Dresser
- Nighttime stand with reading lamp
- En suite bathroom with shower/tub combo

Guest bedroom (upstairs):
- Full bed
- Dresser
- Ceiling fan
- Separate bathroom with a shower/tub combo is up another set of stairs from the hallway outside of the guest bedroom.

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AMENITIES:

- Free high speed WIFI & streaming intelligent TV
- Renovated kitchen with range, dishwasher, refrigerator, garbage disposal, microwave, coffee maker, toaster & more! (Wine refrigerator is not available for guest use.)
- Open layout between the kitchen & living room.
- Double piazzas -- one located on the first floor and the second piazza located on the second floor.
- Full sized washing machine & dryer.
- Don't wait in an office to check-in or get a key! Drive straight to your home and enter the front door with a lock code. Prior to your visit, we will send you our mobile app with directions and full instructions.

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Charleston Business License # BL032896-05-2023 and Operating Permit #OP2024-05286

Please note that Gertie's Downtown is located in a duplex. Sweet Cavernous Suite (which is located on the back half of the home) is also available for rent. If both Gertie's Downtown and Sweet Roomy Suite are available for your selected dates, then you may rent both Gertie's Downtown and Sweet Spacious Suite and sleep up to 8 people in the whole home. Parking in the driveway is reserved for Sweet Spacious Suite -- there is no dedicated, off street parking available for Gertie's Downtown.

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With close proximity to upper King Street and the Crosstown (Septima P. Clark Parkway), the location of this home enables guests to walk to eateries, stores & other cultural delights and provides fast road access to Mt. Pleasant, West Ashley, all local beaches, Charleston County parks, historic plantation homes along the Ashley River and other local attractions. There are a lot of new local eateries -- as well as all the offerings of Upper King Street -- within a couple of mins. walk from Murphy on St. Philip. With D'Allesandros Pizza (a local pizza institution), Brown's Court Bakery (amazing breads & pastries) and the Ordinary (high end oyster & seafood restaurant) located just a couple of blocks away, Gertie's Downtown guests have many unique local food options to discover. Walk to Barsa for some tapas or visit the Daily for some coffee or locally made kombucha!

The home is located in a very friendly neighborhood which is undergoing vibrant growth and change, as is much of Charleston. This is the best neighborhood in Charleston if you are looking to be steps away from King Street and experience the area as a local in a transitional neighborhood among young professionals, students and longtime local families. All the neighbors are very nice and welcoming. The diversity and richness of history in the Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood makes this part of town beautiful to locals and visitors alike. Gertie's Downtown is ideal for folks who appreciate a diverse, vibrant and eclectic neighborhood where you can watch the reinvestment & revitalization in old historic properties going on in real time. Parts of the neighborhood might still look a bit rough but it is safe.

We are close to the crosstown parkway, which may impact light sleepers with the highway traffic noises. There is also construction in the street which is nearly complete but may result in additional noise during the day.

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HOME RULES:

- DOGS CONSIDERED, DOG FEES MAY APPLY, PLEASE INQUIRE. Cats are NOT allowed.
- NO SMOKING
- For TV apps, personal subscription required.
- Tenant must be at least 25 years old. NO PARTIES, EVENTS, PERFORMING ARTISTS OR BANDS ACCEPTED AT ANY TIME. You may not exceed the max. occupancy at any time — day or nighttime. These are causes for eviction with no refund, and may damage our ability to offer the home for future guests exposing you to liability. This is a residential home -- please be respectful of our neighbors.

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Guests staying at all ITrip Charleston managed properties receive the following:

* Amenity pack, starter set of soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, make up wipes, paper towel, toilet paper, dish soap, sponge, dishwasher & laundry detergent tabs.

* All beds ready made with freshly laundered sheets & towels.

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Please keep A/C temperature above 70F for optimal comfort. It is recommended to set it at 72F. Remember to keep doors and windows closed to maintain a cool home and keep bugs out. Fridges may take 24 hrs to cool when loaded after cleaning.

About the Area

Downtown Charleston, a neighborhood in Charleston, is home to this vacation home. Charleston City Market and USS Yorktown are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Riverfront Park. South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point are not to be missed. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Strategies to get the best Charleston vacation home experience:

Cost saving strategies:

• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules usually become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many groups book their Summer rentals during Winter holiday gatherings. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• To find the best value, change your group's vacation to the Spring or Fall months. May, September, and October offer great temperatures, fewer crowds, and reduced traffic.
• Owners sometimes offer special rates for active duty military and veterans. Make sure to check with your host or property manager to see if special offers are available for your group.
• Booking websites frequently offer customers an option to buy vacation insurance. Trip insurance, which normally costs anywhere between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related issues or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unanticipated hotel stay or extra fuel expenses. Trip insurance might be a a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for additional information.
• Look for your local Charleston area visitors guide magazine upon checking in. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores and visitor centers. In addition to great articles, visitors guide magazines contain discounts for local accommodations, tours and attractions.

Choosing the best rental in Charleston:

• Choose vacation dates and maximum budget.
• Decide how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Walk to Upper King! Renovated Kitchen, Double Piazzas. Original Charleston Home Experience. has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
• Specific descriptions of bedrooms and bed sizes & counts is commonly available online. If they are not listed, reach out to the host before booking the property. Note that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which usually includes sofa beds. You will need to work out which bed configuration is best for your vacation family.
• Do your family pets travel with you? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Ask your property manager before booking, and study your agreement thoroughly! Additional fees or might be applied to your invoice.
• Visiting for a single event or attraction? Try a map search to browse nearby properties.
• Suitable accessibility can make or ruin a vacation for the less-mobile. .

Know before you go:

• Get the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home. Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Hosts are available to help! Don't be shy to ask questions during your stay.
• Lock your vacation home while you're out and about. Protect the owner's property and your stuff!
• To ensure that damages aren't attributed to your stay, record any problem areas upon your arrival. E-mail the host right away to document any issues. If there is a dispute about legal responsibility later, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Respecting quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. Be a good neighbor. You'll increase your chance to make some new local friends, and resident neighbors are often an excellent resource to find the best local scenic spots.
• Don't forget to... Ask a local! Neighbors can usually help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to find the best seashells, have a great night out, or the best spots for fine dining?
• At departure, take a final walk-through to make sure you have not forget anything. Check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden items. Clean out the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Inspect the property one final time and keep an eye out for any damage. We recommend walking through with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the host isn't available, take video of the rental to record its condition.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property owners rely on excellent ratings to stimulate more bookings. They'll be thankful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something went wrong, other vacationers will appreciate that you share your review find their best rental home. Please be fair with your feedback If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.