Rearview of Manor w/its balcony& arbored courtyard visible.Cottage/CH on Rt side
Location: Savannah, Coastal, Georgia, USA (Airport 12 mi. Beach 20 min.Car not nec. Walk to everything) View Map
Accommodations: Estate, 6 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 4.5 Baths (Sleeps 17-20)
Keywords: ca.1870. Landmark Historic Downtown District. Original 3 story Manor w/ former Carriage House ( CH was restored in 2001 to a self standing 2- story Cottage ...complete home in itself. Craftsman technique employed in restoration). Both homes combine to form the lovely and expansive Taylor Estate..perfect for large groups/reunions. Everything worth seeing is steps away. Car not necessary. Exceptionally roomy "Cooks" Kitchen. Shady, furnished Courtyards w/grills. Hot Tub under the stars off the Manor Deck. Private Drive offers offstreet parking. Luxurious. Superbly Comfortable. Linens/Dishes/Cookware provided. Balcony & Deck. 2 Jetted - Jacuzzi Tubs. 6ft Claw Tub. Antique furnishings with four fireplaces. Original heart pine floors. Spacious & easy traffic flow in Manor. High ceilings. Board Games. Nintendo GameCube/ Video/DVD/Book Library. Central AC/Heat & Ceiling Fans in bedrooms. Hypoallergenic Decor using leather/wood/stone/marble yet allows it to also be
Our aim is to provide guests with exceptional convenience and REAL Comfort so that you not only vacation...but you RELAX on your vacation! Experience what it is like to "really live life" in the historic downtown. Enjoy Savannahs' hospitality, cuisine, beauty and bustling year-round activities right along with the rest of the locals! Reside within the walls of this handsome historic Estate from the 1800's and yet have all the .
modern amenities of the 21st century still at your fingertips!
"Outside" you can walk to everything the Landmark Historic District has to offer. "Inside" you will enjoy superb style and unbeatable comfort. Let me give you a taste of what awaits you inside the Estate....
Four distinctively different bedrooms and handsomely furnished living and dining areas along with marble, stone, and original polished pine flooring greets you as you enter the 4 BR, 2.5 BA Manor House off East Taylor Street and it's 2 BR, 2BA Cottage is only steps away.
In the rear of the Manor is its charming 2BR, 2Ba Carriage House. Painstakingly restored using craftsman-style technique, it is self-standing (no shared walls or ceilings!) and offers a private entrance off East Jones Lane as well as a rear courtyard entrance. With its delightfully decorated kitchen, polished wood flooring, quality bedding, spacious pseudo-loft designed master bedroom, stylish bathrooms, charming first floor bedroom, and luxurious soft leather furnishings with a decor that evokes thoughts of an italian villa... you will be reluctant to leave daily. Meandering between the Carriage House and Main Manor Courtyards is easily accomplished yet, due to the angled location of the two courtyards, each offers foliage bedecked privacy. In addition, the Carriage House is HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE AND features a discrete access ramp as well as first floor bath and bedroom and a walk-in shower / grab bars.
Possibilities abound for this lovely Estate!
Rent just the Carriage House for groups of 2 to 6;
Rent just the Manor for groups of 6 to 11..... or those who want 4 separate bedrooms if your group is smaller.
Rent the entire Estate for groups of 17.... or those wishing for 6 separate bedrooms.
The Estate is perfect for reunions, girl or guy "getaways", girl scout troops, church retreats, families and wedding parties. We provide convenient Wifi access throughout the Estate as well as board games, videos, books and even Nintendo for those times you want to refrain from sightseeing and simply....relax at home. The spacious "cooks kitchen" of the Manor and full kitchen of the CH/Cottage come fully stocked with all you need to cook or bake. The local grocery store is a convenient 5 blocks away. Linens and Towels are provided...you only bring your suitcase!
Whether you rent them separately or together, each home provides nights on luxurious mattresses /bedding; soft,leather furnishings; quality modern amenities; and surroundings of handsome stone, tile, marble, wood, The countertops in the Manor's kitchen were handmade using pine taken from the original wood beams-dating back 350 years! In addition, enjoy decor reminiscent of the 1870's. Decorative fireplaces are in bedrooms, living and dining rooms. 5 TV's, radio's, WiFi, and ceiling fans in the bedrooms and living areas give one the amenities of the 21st century while surrounded by the feel and ambiance of the 1870's! Come enjoy true southern comfort and a vacation where you actually RELAX while you enjoy a city known for its beauty and hospitality.
Our key differences from any other property =
Senior -Friendly/ Handicap accessible Cottage
*Cottage restored using original Craftsman-style technique
*Pet - Friendly w/doggie run across street in M.M. Beasely Park
*Hypoallergenic decor/encased mattresses/wood-stone-tile-marble plus leather furnishings to avoid dustmites/allergens.
*Eco-friendly / Green - recycling bins. "Green" cleaning products
*High-end, Quality, INCREDIBLY comfortable Mattresses (read our reviews...there are 66 of them and all are positive :)
*Private Driveway large enough for 4 cars or boat
*Walking distance to EVERYTHING in the downtown historic district
*On Tour Bus Route with complimentary pick-up/drop off
*2 Jetted Tubs, 1 Claw Tub, Nintendo GameCube
*Numerous Board Games
*Video library
*2 outdoor grills + 2 kitchens/2 laundry areas for "price of 1"!
* "Flat rate" offered on Estate rentals. This gives larger parties an IMMEDIATE discount from what it would cost to rent both Manor & Cottage separately. :)
*Military/SCAD/AASU/GirlScout/AARP Discounts.
*Owners live next door so housekeeping/repairs/maintenance
and appearance between our guests is WELL supervised &
our homes lovingly cared for - not via another state or county.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : central air and heat throughout. Also with ceiling fans in all living areas and bedrooms as well. Excellent crosswinds in attic bedroom if you wish to leave windows open to hear the birds chirping in the mornings can be used instead of fans during the summer if desired.
- Linens Provided : Quality Mattresses on all beds to ensure superior comfort. This is not a home where everything is beautiful but the bed is like a rock....You will sleep like heaven on our comfortable beds....We take special pride in offering such comfortable mattresses and bedding. Fluffy and absorbent towels.
- Washer (2) : Full Washer and Dryer in Carriage House/Cottage Full Washer and Dryer in Taylor Manor Iron and Ironing boards in both
- Dryer (2) : Full Washer and Dryer in Carriage House Full Washer and Dryer in Taylor Manor Iron and Ironing board available
- Garage : Private Driveway fits up to 4 cars.
- Off Street Parking : Roomy Private driveway accommodates 4 cars. Carriage House-only rentals have use of half the driveway for 2 vehicles. Taylor Manor-only rentals have use of half the driveway. Plentiful, non-metered (free) street parking in front of the Manor is also available. Thus, Estate has full use of the entire rear driveway as well as the plentiful onstreet (non-metered) parking.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Estate guests may choose to put RV/Boat/Trailer in private driveway in lieu of 4 vehicles.
- Gas Fireplace (4) : Four beautifuly Decorative Fireplaces in Manor. 1 in the Living Room. 1 in the Dining Room. Adorable brick/masonry fireplaces in 2 of the upstairs bedrooms. Decorative use only.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (6) : Queen Beds are in 3 bedrooms on the second floor in Taylor Manor and there is also one in the attic bedroom on the 3rd floor. Plus, Queen Beds are in both bedrooms of the Carriage House/Cottage.
- Double Bed : Full Bed in attic bedroom of Manor
- Twin/Single Bed (3) : 1 Twin Bed in the 3rd floor attic bedroom of the Manor (along with a Queen bed and a Full bed) 1 Twin Daybed and 1 Twin trundle bed (tucks beneath Daybed when not in use)is also in Master Bedroom Suite on the 2nd floor of the Carriage House/Cottage (along w/a Queen bed).
- Crib (2) : Pack n Plays available both in Carriage House/Cottage and in Manor upon request only as a courtesy. Use by guests allowed but guest responsible to wipe down/repack as found after use.
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath (2) : Master Bathrooms in Taylor Manor and Carriage House/Cottage have jetted tubs
- Private Hot Tub : Being installed at present...not yet ready for use at this time. Separate charge will be added to rent if guest opts to use hot tub. Location is on Manor Deck off rear entrance and overlooking Courtyard. Will seat up to 8 - 10 persons once installed.
- Cable/Satellite TV (5) : Cable TV/DVD/VCR's in located in each of the Master Bedrooms and also in both Living Rooms of the Taylor Manor its Carriage House/Cottage. Another TV for use with Nintendo and Videos in in the Attic Bedroom of the Manor. All TV's are Flat Screens w/remotes.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library (2) : Assortments of Children's videos, Classics, Modern Favorites available for guest use in both Taylor Manor and Carriage House
- Video Game Console : Nintendo GameCube with games and controls for 2 persons located in attic bedroom of Taylor Manor
- Video Games : An assortment of video games are available for use with game cube - all are rated E
- CD Player
- Music Library : CD player and radio are located in both Cottage and the Manor.
- Shared Pool : Aquatic Center open to public for small fee in Savannah. Location is outside of historic district
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen (2) : Ideal for the gourmet chef and those who love to cook! Taylor Manor has spacious kitchen with modern/quiet appliances and 300-year-old wood countertops. The Carriage House/Cottage kitchen is charming with dinette seating up to 6, and "craftsman-style" countertops and cabinets.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : All Dishes/Cookware/Bakeware and utensils provided. Blenders, toasters and coffeemakers are in both Manor and Carriage House/Cottage. Manor has large crock pot.
- Refrigerator (2) : Side by side freezer/refrigerator with in-door water/ice maker in Manor. Carriage House has top/bottom freezer/fridge.
- Dishwasher (2) : shhhhhhhhh....both dishwashers are efficient and, best of all....very quiet. Easy to continue conversations when on. Both Carriage House and Manor.
- Microwave (2) : Over the stove microwaves in both Manor and CH/Cottage.
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : Recommendations for Caterers available. Guest makes own arrangements and payment terms.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill (2) : Charcoal grills in both Courtyard of the Manor and Courtyard of the Cottage.
- Deck/Patio (2) : Relax while seated in the comfortable metal/rocking chairs surrounding the umbrella table in the Manor Courtyard; or cozy up to the smaller table/chairs in the CH/Cottage Courtyard. Both courtyards surround you with foliage, trailing jasmine and flowers. A built-in bench in the Manor's bilevel deck provides additional seating as does the wrought iron bench in the CH/Cottage Courtyard. A delightful, brick path leads to the iron arbor which opens to the private driveway behind the Manor and adjacent to the CH/Cottage. Flowers spill from windowboxes decorating the Carriage House. A small, camoflauged ramp is available for use by handicapped or parents with strollers to allow easier access to the Carriage House when desired. A large pecan tree allows squirrels to scamper and guests to collect their share of nuts during the fall season.
- Balcony : Taylor Manor's Master Bedroom has a private balcony overlooking the courtyard below furnished with a small table and 2 chairs.
- Gazebo : Located down the street in Whitfield Square- site of numerous outdoor weddings.
- Communications
- Telephone (2) : No landlines provided. Guests are instructed to bring cell phones if phone service desired.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : High Speed Wifi is available throughout the Estate whether you are on the balcony, courtyard or inside. Must bring own laptop. Network is security enabled and keycode is provided upon check-in.
- Other Amenities
- Dressing Screen in the Attic Bedroom. Boardgames are present in Taylor Manor beneath TV cabinet and in Carriage House beneath side table. Books and videos are available in both CH and Manor. Manor courtyard has umbrella table and rocking iron patio chairs. Outside table and chairs for four and an iron setee for two is located on the rear deck in the courtyard of the Carriage House. Both Courtyards are filled with foliage/flowers and have outside outlets for use with portable fans (provided). Motion-detector lighting is present in rear/sides of both Carriage House and Manor and the driveway. Handicap access ramp to Carriage House is present. Carriage House contains a bedroom and bath on first floor. Shower in first floor bath is a walk-in shower and is equipped with luxury grab bars and hand-held shower head. Optional shower bench is available for use. Ceiling Fans are in all bedrooms, Living rooms, and Dining areas of both. Walk to everything...car not necessary. Hypoallergenic
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : $50.00 fee per pet (non-refundable) allows them in 1 home. Pre-approval of breed/age mandatory. Pet MUST be housebroken, past teething stage, and without fleas. Flea treatment required after a pet stay is deducted from security/damage deposit. Courtyard fencing is decorative and not intended to restrain pets....leash pets at all times when outside.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : Carriage House has discrete, almost camoflauged access ramp in rear off courtyard deck. First floor bathroom of Carriage House is equipped with discrete grab bars, walkin shower with hand-held shower head, & optional shower bench. Carriage House also has a first floor bedroom. Senior friendly. Guests have included those with walkers, wheelchairs, and motorized wheelchairs. Driveway next to Carriage House is roomy which helps with vans equipped with automatic lifts Manor is not handicapped accessible.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : Carriage House only...see above. Have had motorized and non-motorized WC-guests use Cottage with no problems.
- Kid Friendly : Great for Girl Scouts and Family Reunions! Board Games, books, and videos are provided. Nintendo w/games available in Manor. Attic Bedroom of Manor is beloved by Children of ALL ages! :)
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Reservations must be made by a member in the party who is at least 25 years of age. Person making reservation must reside on the premises throughout reservation period. Copy of drivers license required at booking.
- Smoking Not Allowed : Ashtrays and table/chairs provided on patios of both Carriage House and Manor for smoking outside. Smoking inside results in immediate forfeiture of reservation and all payments.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Tours of every sort imaginable are throughout the Historic District. Cathedral is walking distance as are all shops, antique stores, restaurants and Museums. Historic Homes and Parks are also surrounding you. Grocery Store is 5 blks from home. Numerous parks and Park across street (Beasely Park) has baseball diamond/bleachers/backstand and also a soccer field, doggie park, and playground.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Estate = 549/n LS, 649/n HS: 10% off for Seniors/Military/Corp. Girl Scouts = 15%
Cottage(former CH)-only: LS= $189/n; HS= $289/n with No Discounts
Manor-only: LS $375/n;HS $475/n with No Discounts (St Pats=5n min@$750/night)
CK-in 4pm/out 11am. Refundable Damage Deposit Req'd. WIFI/Parking/Nintendo FREE
Rates Seasonal + Holiday & Subject to change w/o notice. Hot Tub = $75/stay
12% tax. Cleaning Fee= Estate $350 - $400.00. Manor $225 - $300. CH $125 - $200
Booking fee nonrefundable= one nights accomodation. Pe fees:$50/pet/home
** TWO NIGHT STAYS AVAILABLE BUT @ OWNER DISCRETION ONLY & at higher nightly rate.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Triple the Delight in This Luxurious Estate- Sleeps 17 Easily
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Savannah
We moved to Savannah from North Carolina when my husband job had him traveling there. The landmark historic district is breathtaking and so incredibly walk-able! Everything you could want is walking distance and you are walking through squares with outdoor cafes, moss-draped spanish oaks, carriages going by, cobblestone streets, these gorgeous historic houses....loved it. But, initially we moved to a "cookie-cutter subdivision" in the city. But, you can find those subdivisions in any city and Savannah, while nice as a small "city" is not where I wanted to live....it was in the real, true Savannah...which is the landmark historic district. So...we bought a home there and continue to live there while we also rent out the Manor and Cottage which are next door to us.
The Unique Benefits at this Estate
Walking to everything! Antique Stores, Boutiques, funky shops and clothing stores will beat the malls everytime:). Plus, major chains and high end retailers are throughout the historic district as well. I love the quaint, outdoor cafes and the stylish restaurants- and strolling home under moss-draped oaks through the famous Savannah Squares. It's great taking the dog with us when we go for coffee in the morning. The friendliness of the people. The cathedral which is breathtaking. In fact, all the churches are incredible...so historic and beautifully built. The trees....I can just go and drive, bike, or walk, and stare at all the moss laden trees and the flowers in bloom and just feel the relaxation start seeping into my bones. The Savannah Theatre has a live variety show that is equal or excells those you'll find in Vegas, Branson, or even New York. You simply can't ask for a better place to live..festivals, street fairs, fireworks all summer long. Love it. Plus...the cuisine alone takes months to try to actually taste and try it all!
Famous for its fountain which has graced numerous magazine covers and large grass field for soccer/frisbee/sunbathing/picnics/shakespeare festivals etc, you will find a large playground, shaded, tree
Famous for being the site where General Shermans troops camped during the occupation of the city during the Civil War.
Street Fair first Saturday of the Month during the Summer with fireworks most summer weekends, you'll see tankers the size of hotels as Savannah is one of the busiest commercial ports of the USA. Wear
Doggie run (fenced and half an acre), jogging/bike path, baseball diamond, large grassy playing/soccer field, playground. City plans to move the home of the former nun its named after to the park as a museum
Savannah's best kept secret for experience "true" southern cooking in the same quaint setting it was served in during the turn of the century! Selma Wilkes ran a boarding house and cooked the food th
Includes Railroad Museum and train rides as well as site for trolley tour pick up.
Boutiques, shops, restaurants with outdoor music entertainment most weekend nights as well as site to pick up trolley and carriage tours.
Scattered throughout the downtown historic district, you'll find numerous classrooms such as this one
Oldest Continuously operating theater in the US - offers live variety shows nightly -fantastic family entertainment and perfect for anniversaries/birthdays etc.
Museum and Headquarters for Girl Scouts...Juliette Gordon Lowe grew up at this home...open for tours
Restored/remodeled original fort and now serves as an outdoor stadium for festivals/bands at Forsyth Park
Numerous small boutiques and shops clustered together on Taylor Street and Bull/Whitaker Streets- collectively known as the Design District of the the downtown historic district
Enjoy the faint sounds of children's laughter that occassionally drifts down the street during recess periods from this charming and newly built elementary school on the next block
Scene from Midnight in the Garden...shot here. Excellent family fare. Been a fixture in Savannah for decades
Sweet decor, good menu. Plus you do a good deed when you eat the culinary works of people being trained by the Union Mission to enter a new trade/life ;)
Owner's Map of Savannah
My husband, myself, our two kids, cats, dog & my in-laws purchased the Estate in 2001 and lovingly restored it. As we planned on living in the Manor, the appliances are high-end & "quiet" so conversations plus life would be easy. We bought out our in-laws several years ago. We now live next door, having moved out of the Manor after deciding to turn it into a vacation rental home. The Carriage House is lovely. Realizing it would eventually be our own home (or one for our parents when they get too old to live alone), we outfitted it elegantly but sensibly with seniors in mind. Hence a discrete/camoflauged ramp access, wheelchair entryway, first floor bedroom/bath,elegant yet discrete grab bars, walk-in shower w/hand-held shower head, &opt. shower bench were priorities for us. Due to our love for animals, but dislike for animal hair...there is carpet in only one room in the entire Estate. We avoided upholstery and heavy curtains opting for soft leather, polished wood flooring, marble, stone, and tile. Now that our children are both in college...One at AASU and one at SCAD, life's different. Both were homeschooled since early elementary. Mike is a contractor. Restoring the home was a family project he headed up. So memories & sentimental love for the Estate( as well as our home "next door" which was a part of the restoration) is quite strong.
Mike grew up Yankee. I was a California girl. Our two girls were Carolina Cuties initially. However, since 2000 they have proudly worn the title of georgia peaches! We love the South. We love the Lord. We love Savannah. No other city is as beautiful and we wish to welcome you as we were welcomed....with warmth and hospitality.
You can get another idea of who we are just from our discounts!
Because....
1. I am an AARP member
2. a former Brownie thru to Cadette
3. my girls attend AASU and SCAD
4. Military are our heroes....we offer discounts to them if ID CARD
is held by Guest actually booking Estate.
Property Photos
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- Rearview of Manor w/its balcony& arbored courtyard visible.Cottage/CH on Rt side - Savannah Vacation Home Rental
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- Carriage House/Cottage entrance off E.Jones Lane, rear faces Manor courtyard - Savannah Vacation Home Rental
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- Hot Tub on Manor Deck overlooks furnished Courtyard- Umbrella T/Ch & Arbor Entry - Savannah Vacation Home Rental
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- Master Bedroom w/attached bath in Manor. Balcony view of Courtyard & Cottage
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- Dining Room of Manor with arched entry into LR (not shown) & passthru to Kitchen
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- Manor Living Room- view taken from Dining Room
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- Cottage Living Room viewed from Courtyard Entry Foyer. (TV alcove not visible)
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- Attic Bedroom Queen, Full, Twin bed VCR-Nntndo. Dormir windows.Slanted Ceilings
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- Taylor Manor "Rosebud"-themed Bedroom
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- Civil War-themed bedroom in Manor- French Doors connect to Rosebud BR not shown
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- CH/ Cottage Kitchen. Dinette has pullout leafs-seats six. Craftsman-technique.
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- Spacious Kitchen in Manor - has faux french door entrance onto Courtyard/Deck
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- Carriage House/Cottage Master BR Suite -attached bath. Daybed/Trundle front edge
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- Jetted Tub/Shower of Manor Master Bedroom
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- Front view of Manor from Taylor Street
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- View from front porch of Taylor Manor. M.M. Beasely Park seen in distance
Traveler Reviews (88)
Beautiful in the Spring, April 2011
Guest: Janey
(Tybee)
Date of Stay: 04/05/11
Review Submitted: 04/19/11
Thank you ‘Savannah Historic Hideaways’, the Taylor Estate was a perfect location for dear friends to gather. Fourteen ladies, from all over Savannah, gathered together for three days, two nights in this elegant, spacious Historic District manor, what a treat. Centrally located, I was thrilled to walk to all of our destinations. Several new treasures found by traveling on foot, Crystal Beer Parlor, est.1933, fun shops in the Downtown Design District on Jones Street, and the amazing beauty of this charming city in the early morning hours. Suzanne, thank you for your hospitality and providing the many details that make a getaway great, knowing where to go, what to wear, providing the comforts of home, crisp clean beds and bath, full size kitchen with amenities, and many common areas for laughter and visiting. If you only have a day in Savannah, you must visit, Mrs. Wilkes Boarding House(cash or check only), St. Johns Cathedral, some sort of walking tour or trolley tour, Gallery Espresso(coffee house), Forsyth Park, Crystal Beer Parlor(specialty, cheese burger w/fries), and all things chocolate at Lulu’s Chocolate Bar on MLK. Looking forward to our next visit, Janey ‘having the time of our lives’ 2011
Owner response:I wholeheartedly agree with each of those recommendations! Especially the one about staying at the Taylor Estate! :) I've so enjoyed all those shops and restaurants. There are so many more though that it truly impossible to really get to see everything Savannah has to offer in 3 days and 2 nights. Everytime you come, there are new restaurants, home tours, ghost tours, walking tours, museums, antique stores, shops and picnics/festivals etc abounding. Not to mention forts, beaches, and plantations/cementaries and exploring the squares and parks! Which is why the spaciousness of the Estate & comfort/sheer pleasure of the decor and beds are sooooo delightful for my guests...lol. You wouldn't know it but I have a video library, some DVD's and also numerous board games available for my guests but...few every really have time to enjoy them since Savannah keeps you fully occupied! :)
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Terrific accomodations and location!
Guest: Daniel S. - Washington DC
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Date of Stay: 11/26/11
Review Submitted: 12/28/11
We spent Thanksgiving week at this well-appointed and comfortable rental. Both the manor and the carriage house were well-equipped, including cribs, the usual electronics, gobbles of kitchen equipment and more. I think we were 14 and a dog, but would have been comfortable with two more. It was great to have a playground across the street (ballfields as well, but we didn't use them) and historic Savannah at our doorstep. Easy walking to a commercial area, and through beautiful squares! Groceries require a car, but it is not far and the store is a good one. The property description is accurate, everything was in working order, and we enjoyed every minute of our week off!
Recommended for:
Rock n Roll Marathoners...this Estate ROCKED!
Guest: Sandy M, Florence, SC
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Date of Stay: 11/04/11
Review Submitted: 12/28/11
Thank you so much for allowing us crazy group of marathon runners to occupy the house. The house was AWESOME and the home was everything we could have imagined and more for historic Savannah. The Hot Tub felt AMAZING after the run! Will definitely keep you all in mind when we come back to Savannah to run again (or maybe relax) :) Thanks again!
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Perfect stay once AGAIN!
Guest: Zoe
(Nokomis, FL)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11
Review Submitted: 10/26/11
This was my 2nd stay at the Carriage House with a DIFFERENT group of gal pals...I cannot recommend it highly enough. It's just PERFECT for 5 (or 6) gals...I have stayed in the upstairs loft both times and it is so roomy and decorated so CUTE. Love having 2 bathrooms, too. We cooked breakfast twice and found the kitchen perfectly stocked. The location is great. One night we hired a carriage tour that picked us up almost at the door, gave us a GREAT personal tour, and dropped us off at the restaurant we had reservations for that night! So it was perfect! Took a cab home...so no need to try to navigate streets at night. ANYone staying at this darling place will LOVE it. Suzanne is a perfect host! I;ll be back!!! Thank you Suzanne!
Owner response:Returning Guests are ALWAYS appreciated...you're my favorite thing! Especially ones like Ms Zoe! :). As she mentioned, the complimentary pick-up & drop-off by both Trolley & Carriage Tours is a definite perk for my guests. Another one that many guests don't realize is that Savannah has an open cup policy...so relaxedly finish you glass of the bubbly whether you walk or take a cab/pedicab home for the night! And you can't take all of Savannah in in only a weekend..or a week. There is SO much to see and do. But, as I mentioned...my favorite thing is to have guests return! :)
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.
FAMILY REUNION/WEDDING
Guest: Jennifer
(Fayetteville,GA)
Date of Stay: 10/12/11
Review Submitted: 10/22/11
I booked a 5 night stay at the Taylor Estate and we ALL had a wonderful time! My daughter wanted a destination wedding in Savannah, so I needed a large "home" away from home for our family and other relatives from out of town to gather. The Taylor Estate was PERFECT! The charming carriage house accommodated grandma with a ground floor bedroom, along with the family with younger children, while the three floors of the main house was comfortable for everyone else. Our California relatives got to experience the charm and southern decor of this historic home. The kitchen and formal dinning room was huge, which was great for large family meals. ( The kitchen was equipped with every appliance, cookware, serve-ware and dishware you could ever need). We thoroughly enjoyed the walks to River Walk and through the many parks and tree lined streets. We were blessed with good weather and enjoyed taking morning coffee in the courtyard, and its ivy covered walls provided the perfect back drop for stunning bridal and bridesmaids pictures. My whole family agrees that this has been the best vacation accommodations we have ever had the pleasure to stay in, and we would definitely stay here again.
Owner response:Yay! I truly love to get reviews such as this! It reinforces the hope that my home really does make your visit to Savannah even more wonderful! Especially when your visit involves yours or a family members wedding day! That's a memory you'll revisit over and over again :) The Cooks Kitchen and Courtyard and Senior Friendly Cottage are 3 of my features that not every vacation rental can offer so I am glad you mentioned they added to your stay! This review marks my 85th review with VRBO....82 have been like this one...a 5-STAR. Yay! Ya'll, this is why I love what I do. :)
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Don't count on receiving your deposit back and wear a rain hat!
Guest: PK
(OHIO)
Date of Stay: 08/14/11
Review Submitted: 10/19/11
Our Group reserved the entire Taylor Estate for 6 nights. The owner expects perfections, which means do not dirty a dish cloth, towel or anything at the property, sweep and mop before you leave or YOU WILL LOOSE every penny of your deposit. Normal wear and usage is not taken in to account. There is a rule book for the estate that is 2 inches thick and you must read it to know when you have to take out the garbage and when you can not park on a certain side of the street or your car will be ticketed.The Hot Tub was not available. Bikes to rent were old and rusty and the rental fee, you could purchase one cheaper. During our stay the Manor House Kitchen ceiling had a water leak that came from the apartment's next door bathroom. The owner acted as if it was our fault. The owner gave us the incorrect key code to enter the main house and we could not get into the house all day until the owner came home from work . The electric relay in the cottage upstairs bathroom would have to reset every time you used a curling iron or hair dryer. Not to mention the hot water in the upstairs bathtub did not work. JUST LIKE HOME???????
Owner response:I was warned I’d get an ugly review… unless I returned the other half of her security deposit. It went toward replacement linens & extra cleaning crew wages . Although I should have kept the whole amount, I originally returned half ( thinking I was being compassionate). Maybe someone had incontinence or blood thinner issues? She never mentions WHY I kept the deposit. It’s distasteful . Stool, along w/ blood. On bedspreads, shams, sheets, towels, pillows, bedframes, mattress pads, window blinds, even stairwells. It required a complete sanitizing wipe down of two floors in the Manor! Linens washed repeatedly. Some immediately discarded! Now for the rest. 4pm is not “late in the day” but our normal check-in nor do I work Sundays . The 2-inch Binder is stuffed w/brochures, menus, maps, FYI/FAQs (Eg: trash days, WiFi access, thermostat operation). Reminders to use driveway or non-sweep street sides = helpful. Rules = one page. No smoking, no glass around the hot tub, etc is standard stuff. The Hot Tub was new & not yet installed. As it didn’t exist when they made their reservation, it wasn’t intended to be available. Bike rental= $15/day, they’re our personal bikes & are kept inside our home. (My hubbys’ bike is locked to a tree outside). None asked so no one saw our very nice bikes. Manor bedroom is above the kitchen. No ceiling leaks, stains or need for a rain hat! Rain can trickle around the kitchen window if it’s heavy & at a certain slant . But this is only a bit of rain on a windowpane. Though we’re working to get the seal fixed . Eight groups I’ve had in the Estate since this one. Tubs cleaned using hot water afterwards! While a GFI outlet can be tripped…certainly not like this description. In summary, I can count on one hand the number of times I’ve not been able to return a Guests Security Deposit. I’ve been returning them since 2007. Expecting that guests will take out their trash, put dirty dishes in the DW, and generally “clean up after themselves” as far as obvious spills and messes go….is how most all of us were brought up. So, was I foolish to refuse to be bullied? It’s quite the negative review…though untrue. All I can do is hope you do read all my other 5-star reviews. Then… call me to book my lovely, clean :) historic home!
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"The Perfect Place!"
Guest: Marc and Patti
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Date of Stay: 10/14/11
Review Submitted: 10/14/11
My son is a us army Ranger stationed in Savannah Georgia, and met his beautiful bride there. When nuptials ensued, a large part of our extended family wanted to attend the blessed event. We have been cast apart over time, and decided to use the event to get together and spend some time with each other. The Taylor Estate fit the bill to a tee! Everyone, from my 10 year old nephew to my 85 year old father in law, had a great time, and had all their needs met. The Estate gave everyone the privacy they needed, but allowed us to spend great time together. it was extremely comfortable, tastefully furnished, and had a great location that allowed us to explore Savannah and environs. Initial supplies, with obligatory coffee, got us started, and local markets were identified and close, allowing us to feed the contingents. Restaurants in the locale were plentiful and great. My duties with my job(s) required internet access, which was supplied, high speed, and without "drops". Multiple people showering at once posed no problems with hot water or pressure, and having a washer and dryer available helped with limiting our baggage for the vacation. It was hot and humid when we arrived (go figure!), but the air conditioning turned the house into an oasis of coolness, with the weather rapidly turning to out favor. The book of "instructions" told us all we needed to know about the house, and gave us a lot of insights that allowed us to maximize our adventures throughout Savannah. Even parking for our 4 cars, normally a nightmare in a crowded urban environment, was easily handled with off-street parking. I would highly recommend the Taylor Estate to anyone who has a few days to kick back and enjoy the splendor of Savannah! <p> <p> Response - Oct 14, 2011 <p> I love getting groups that are a blend of ages...those with both young children and even babies up thru Seniors! That's where the Estate shines! Between the Nintendo and board games/kid-friendly videos and books to keep the younger ones entertained to the discrete handicap-accessible Cottage with its Senior-friendly yet elegant grab bars and walk in shower & first floor bedroom....it's geared to meet the needs of everyone in your group. Plus, the ability to be "right next door" yet still able to "get away to be esconsed in your their own quiet privacy" has been the favorite comment I hear from the grandparents within family reunion groups ;)....so to hear you reinforce all this....PRICELESS! :)
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It felt like home...
Guest: Tanna
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Date of Stay: 08/03/11
Review Submitted: 08/13/11
We just stayed at the Taylor Manor, and had a wonderful time. There was 7 of us and we had plenty of room. The pictures of the home truly do not do justice for this home. Upon arrival and opening the front door we were overwhelmed with the beauty and cleanliness of this home. The youngest of the group a 18 year old absolutely loved the attic bedroom and TV area. She had her own little world. We will definitely be staying here again on our next adventure. Could not afford to stay here without other couples splitting the cost, but if we could we would stay here every time we visit Savannah. Loved the location and the quietness of the area. Took nightly walks and enjoyed the parks. The owner has taken great efforts to make your stay enjoyable with brochures and maps and suggestions. The marked map in the kitchen was a great help being marked with the closets grocery store. We cooked a full breakfast every morning and had everything we needed to cook with. If you are planning a trip to Savannah Ga. this is the place to stay, it felt like home from the moment we walked in. Thank you to the owners for opening up your home to us so that we can enjoy your great city. Hope to see you soon as we are planning another trip already in Dec. or Jan. Loved your decor, you did a great job decorating the home with even the smallest touches.
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Great stay Summer July 2011
Guest: Bea
(Atlanta)
Date of Stay: 07/13/11
Review Submitted: 07/21/11
Our large group of sorority sisters ( from the 70's) loved our stay at the Savannah Estate. A great location, and the walk to all the Savannah sites ( even in the summer heat) was not an issue. The tree lined streets and all the sites made it a great experience. Suzanne's lovely home provides the comforts of home, great kitchen with all the needed equipment, crisp clean beds and bath, and several living room areas for group gatherings. We loved it! Hope to return.
Owner response:Living next door to the Manor as we do, we know first hand how enjoyable the walk/stroll to all the sought-after tourist/restaurant/shops and museums/park that surround the Estate can be! Glad to hear even the summer is enjoyable....I definitely vouch for the mornings and later afternoons of Summer for sure :). We are in the process of installing a hot tub in the Courtyard of the Manor/Estate which is very exciting for us. I get to use it when we don't have guests and plan to not even heat it during the mid-day and just...submerge! :) For travelers new to the downtown of the "historic original landmark district" of Savannah (eg; the part that IS walkable to everything)......don't be intimidated by the map since the scale can be offputting. Truly, as reviews such as thisexplain so well....a car is not even necessary if you book the Taylor Estate!
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Great experience
Guest: spark
(Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 06/30/11
Review Submitted: 07/12/11
My family spent the July 4th weekend at the Taylor Estates. The place was clean, charming and very comfortable for the 16 people we had in our group. We had 3 family members in our group that were over 80. The extra amenities in the Carriage House, such as the hand bars in the bathrooms and the walk-in shower made their stay very mamageable. The house was located within walking distance of most of the historic sites in Savannah as well as the river walk. Suzanne, the owner, went out of her way to make sure we had a good stay. Very, very nice and I look forward to a return trip to Savannah and this porperty.
Owner response: I am always SO delighted when I have groups that included Seniors and/or handicapped members who've stayed at the Taylor Estate tell me, as you did, that the Cottage and Estate fit their "special" needs perfectly!!! As an Registered Nurse (Yes...this is my "side" job :), I take a uniquely special pride in knowing that I can meet those needs...with elegant discreteness! The ramp access to the Cottage neither draws the eye nor interferes with the cozy decor of the Courtyard...and the level door entrance into the tiled foyer, high (for ease in getting in and out) bed on the first floor of the Cottage along with its walk-in shower/hand-held showerhead and grab bars....blend and do not detract from the handsome decor and ambience. Something I worked hard at! My goal is simple really....Groups with Seniors or Handicap needs experience the same sense of elegance, and level of comfort. as those groups without Seniors or Handicapped individuals..... :). So glad you say I met my goal!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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