Bring the family, friends and the dog to downtown Charleston this fall, and skip the hunt for parking. This single-level, ground-floor apartment in a historic downtown home sleeps 8 in 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, with its own private entrance, a front balcony, free parking for 2 compact cars and a fenced garden. Marion Square and The Charleston Museum are about 0.9 miles away, City Market about 1.5 and Rainbow Row about 2.1.
THE HIGHLIGHTS
- 3 bedrooms sleep 8: 2 queen rooms, a bunk room with full-size bunk beds, plus an air mattress
- 2 full bathrooms, one with a double vanity, stocked with shampoo, conditioner and body wash
- Full kitchen with a Bosch stainless electric stovetop (no oven), dishwasher, microwave, drip coffee maker, kettle, toaster, blender, wine glasses and starter coffee
- Dining table for 4 inside, outdoor dining for 6 in the garden
- Movie and game room, plus a 42-inch HDTV with Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, HBO Max and Prime Video, and an Alexa Bluetooth speaker
- Dedicated workspace with wifi and an ethernet connection
- Washer and dryer in the unit
- Central air, central heat and ceiling fans
- Room-darkening shades and a sleep sound machine
- Pack `n play and clamp-on high chair for little ones
- Free driveway parking for 2 compact cars, plus free street parking
- Dogs welcome with prior approval
BEDROOMS
Each bedroom has high-quality bedding and calm decor. The two queen rooms suit the adults, and the bunk room is made for kids. One queen room has a brick accent wall.
KITCHEN AND LIVING
The open kitchen, dining and living room is where the group comes together. Cook breakfast, set dinner for 4 at the table, then sink into the sofa for a movie. Please bring your own cooking oil, salt, pepper and condiments; we leave starter coffee, paper towels and toilet paper for your first days.
OUTSIDE
Relax on the front balcony, or step out back to the fenced garden with a table and benches, seating for 6 and an umbrella for dining outside on a mild fall evening. The garden is shared with the upstairs unit when it is booked, and dogs are not allowed in it.
GUEST ACCESS
You have the entire first-floor apartment to yourselves, all on one level, with a private entrance and keypad self check-in. Before you arrive we send a digital guidebook with everything you need, and we are available for questions throughout your stay.
THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Stay in the heart of downtown Charleston, about 0.9 miles from Marion Square and The Charleston Museum, near King Street`s shops and restaurants. Fall is made for walking these historic streets. Our picks for families and friend groups: The Charleston Museum for a rainy afternoon, City Market (about 1.5 miles) for browsing, and Rainbow Row and White Point Garden (about 2.1 miles) for photos and a stroll. Angel Oak Tree is about 12 miles away when you want a day out of town.
GETTING AROUND
Free driveway parking for 2 compact cars, plus free street parking. For Angel Oak (about 12 miles), Shem Creek or Folly Beach, plan on driving; the maps in the photo gallery show the routes. Message us to arrange luggage drop-off.
GOOD TO KNOW
- Security cameras: exterior cameras cover the side alley, and a Ring video doorbell is at the front door.
- The backyard garden is shared with the upstairs unit when it is booked.
- Driveway parking fits 2 compact cars; larger vehicles can use free street parking.
- Dogs only, with approval before booking. The pet fee is paid at the time of booking. No dogs on furniture or in the garden.
- Starter supplies only: please bring cooking oil, salt, pepper and condiments.
- Check-in 4 PM, check-out 10 AM. Quiet hours are 10 PM to 8 AM.
- The booking guest must be at least 25 years old and stay at the home throughout the stay. Guests under 21 must be with a parent or legal guardian unless agreed in writing in advance.
- In hurricane season we recommend travel insurance. If a mandatory evacuation order for Charleston County is in effect during your stay, you will be refunded.
- Distances and travel times are approximate and vary with traffic, weather and route.
- For VRBO or direct bookings, the 10% payment processing fee is non-refundable, even when a cancellation qualifies under the cancellation policy, because our payment processors (such as Stripe) do not refund processing fees.
- City of Charleston Short-term Rental License # 00529
✔Dogs are welcome, but prior approval is required before booking. Please note that dogs are not allowed on the furniture or in the backyard, as it is a shared space. A pet fee will be automatically applied when you include your dog’s information in the reservation.
✔We are a pet friendly property and gladly welcome dogs. Please note that only dogs are permitted and a pet fee applies per stay.
✔Absolutely no smoking inside. Any smell of any form of smoking (tobacco, vaping, marijuana, hookah, etc) will result in additional charges.
✔Late check-out and early check-in may be available for a small fee, depending on availability.
✔Please be aware that during a burn ban, no open flames are permitted, including propane fire pits and tables. We appreciate your help in keeping the community safe by following this restriction.
✔Please note that we provide a limited amount of starter supplies for your convenience, such as toilet paper, paper towels, coffee, and other basic necessities. These supplies should be sufficient for the first few days of your stay. For additional supplies, guests are encouraged to either purchase from nearby stores or bring extra items with them to ensure a comfortable stay. We recommend stocking up on any items you may need during your stay, as we do not provide regular restocking of these supplies.
✔Please be aware that as the booking party, you are responsible for reimbursing any fines or fees incurred during your stay. In the event that a fine is issued, we will handle the payment and request reimbursement from you after your stay is completed.
✔IMPORTANT ANIMAL LIABILITY INDEMNIFICATION
The Property Management Company (“Manager”) does not own, keep, or control any animals permitted on the premises and shall not be held liable for any injury, damage, or loss caused by any animal belonging to a guest, occupant, or invitee. Guests may bring pets onto the property only if permitted in writing by Manager or the Property Owner and only under the condition that the guest assumes full responsibility and liability for the behavior, supervision, and control of such animals.
The guest agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Property Owner and Manager, and their respective officers, employees, and agents, from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising from:
-Any injury or damage caused by an animal kept or brought onto the property;
-Any failure to comply with local animal control or leash laws; or
-Any violation of the property’s pet policy or house rules.
Manager is not required to inspect, control, or monitor the presence or behavior of any animal on the premises. If Manager becomes aware of an aggressive or dangerous animal, Manager may immediately remove or require removal of the animal and/or terminate the guest’s occupancy without refund.
Guests are encouraged to carry personal liability coverage through their homeowner’s, renter’s, or travel insurance policies for potential animal-related incidents.
This clause shall survive the termination of any rental agreement or guest occupancy.