Welcome to The Crystal Palace — Perfect Blend of Downtown Luxury & Beach Retreat - Vacation rental home in Charleston, SC

DOWNTOWN LUXURY — THE CRYSTAL PALACE

A restored 1850s Charleston Single glowing with chandeliers in every room, unmatched downtown walkability, amazing parking, and fast access to Charleston’s best beaches and waterfront dining.

The Crystal Palace is a impressive 6-bedroom, 5-bath luxury getaway in the heart of downtown Charleston. Totally restored in November 2025, this historic 1850s home blends timeless Southern appeal with modern finishes, soaring ceilings, extravagant decor, and shining chandeliers throughout.

Located in the vibrant Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood, the home sits just 0.25 miles from King Street, offering effortless access to Charleston’s top eateries, rooftop bars, stores, bakeries, cafes, and historic attractions.

A rare advantage in downtown Charleston: extremely painless access to the area’s best beaches and waterfront spots. You can reach:
Sullivan’s Island Beach — 15 mins.
Isle of Palms Beach — 15 mins.
Shem Creek waterfront dining and dolphin viewing — 12 mins.

Guests appreciate the ideal combination of walkable downtown adventures plus fast, anxiety-complimentary beach and waterfront days.

Ideal for family vacations, multi-generation gatherings, wedding events, reunion trips, and groups of friends, the home provides exceptional comfort, privacy, and space. All 6 bedrooms include ensuite bathrooms, making it especially comfortable for adults and couples traveling together.

THE SPACE — RESTORED 1850s ELEGANCE AND MODERN LUXURY

A thoughtful 2025 remodel preserved the home’s historic character while adding luxury touches and modern amenities for a seamless stay.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
6 bedrooms | 5 bathrooms
All bedrooms have ensuite baths
5 king beds and 1 queen bed
Bedroom 6 includes a private balcony
Premium linens, plush towels, quality toiletries

GATHERING SPACES

Chef’s Kitchen and Dining
Brand-new appliances
Substantial island with seating for 4 to 6
Entirely outfitted cookware and dishware
Coffee bar
Open layout connecting kitchen, dining room, and living room
Dining table seats 12 comfortably

Living Room
Extensive intelligent TV
Plush seating
Chandeliers in view
Open floor plan ideal for group gatherings

OUTDOOR LIVING — PORCHES, BALCONIES, AND PATIOS

Two classic Charleston porches (upper and lower)
Private balcony off Bedroom 6
Front and back patios
Outdoor dining area
Light garden landscaping

The second-floor porch is a guest favorite for morning coffee and evening drinks.

DOWNTOWN LOCATION — WALK TO EVERYTHING

Coffee and Breakfast (all walkable)
Coffee shop next door
The Daily
Second State Coffee
Sightsee Coffee

Top Eateries Nearby
Leon’s Oyster Shop
Chubby Fish
Xiao Bao Biscuit
Bistronomy
Halls Chophouse
Vern’s
High Cotton

Bars and Breweries
Revelry Brewing
Edmund’s Oast Brewing
Uptown Social
Pour Taproom
Bourbon and Bubbles

Shopping
King Street stores
Vintage stores
Sugar Bakeshop

MUSC — 0.5 miles away

Walk everywhere: morning coffee, rooftop bars, bakeries, dinner on King Street, boutique shopping, and Charleston nightlife.

BEACHES AND WATERFRONT ACCESS

Sullivan’s Island Beach — 15 mins.
Isle of Palms Beach — 15 mins.
Shem Creek — 12 mins. (waterfront dining, dolphin sightings, kayak units, sunset drinks)

This makes The Crystal Palace the ideal base for downtown fun, beach days, and waterfront evenings.

UNMATCHED PARKING FOR DOWNTOWN

Private on-site parking for 6 cars unstacked
Up to 10 cars stacked
Ideal for wedding events, families, and multi-car groups

AMENITIES

High-speed WiFi
Intelligent TV
Full laundry room
Coffee bar
Premium toiletries
Fully equipped kitchen
Outdoor dining
Two porches plus private balcony
Pack-and-play available upon request
Beach chairs and towels available upon request

WHY FAMILIES AND GROUPS LOVE THE CRYSTAL PALACE

Ensuite baths in every bedroom
Walk to everything downtown
Quick drive to beaches and Shem Creek
Incredible parking capacity
Cavernous and private layout
Ideal for wedding groups
Chandeliers in every room
Restored 1850s Charleston architecture with modern luxury