Location: Charleston, Charleston Area, South Carolina, USA (In the Heart of Downtown Historic District!)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: 2-Story Historic Brick Home, Carriage or kitchen house
When coming to Charleston, South Carolina, why stay in a bed and breakfast, historic inn, or hotel when you can rent your own historic vacation rental home for the same price? This elegant and superbly refurbished historic guest home in an exclusive neighborhood of historic downtown Charleston is available by the night, week, or month. Like a Charleston inn or historic bed and breakfast but more private, the 200 year old two bedroom guest home is on an acre in a quiet, but centrally located residential street in the historic district of downtown Charleston, South Carolina. The Charlotte Street Cottage makes for the perfect vacation rental accommodations for your visit to South Carolina.
Secluded and romantic, Charlotte Street Cottage, is the original kitchen house built in 1820. The Cottage is a beautifully restored, two bedroom guesthouse offering the perfect combination of privacy, quiet luxury, and easy access to our beautiful historic city. Rise with the sun and go for a jog along the battery or relax on your sunny patio with a hot cup of coffee and fresh fruit and enjoy the flowers in the gardens. Hop on your bike and be instantly surrounded by the history and charm of the antebellum neighborhood.
Charlotte Street home is a historic home built in 1820 and known as the Wegman-Holmes house. It is set back from the street behind a brick and ironwork fence on an acre of private gardens. Charlotte Street Cottage is rented as one unit and can accommodate up to four people. The property is beautifully landscaped with natural areas, stone patios, young fruit trees, flower beds, 200 year old oaks, and a large lawn. There is secure complimentary parking behind an electric gate. The house is in an ideal location on a beautiful wide street lined with 150 year old oak trees in the heart of the historic district.
Upstairs are two bedrooms, one with a new top of the line queen bed, the other with new twin beds. There is a full bath, generous closet space, and a washer and dryer. Both bedrooms look out over the gardens. Downstairs features include a kitchen with the original fireplace, breakfast nook, living room, and half bath. The kitchen is fully-equipped with stove and oven, full-sized refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, blender, and all the cookware and utensils you could want. The dining/living area is stylish yet comfortably furnished. There is cable television, telephone service, and two zone central heat and air for year round comfort. Fax service is available. Next to the cottage, out the kitchen entrance, is your own private garden and patio, fringed by flowerbeds and with comfortable patio furniture.
From your home on Charlotte Street you can easily walk or ride the trolley to all that Charleston's historic district has to offer. This includes the visitor's center, the old market, the new library and aquarium, the Aiken-Rhett house, the harbor and all Charleston museums. Within a few blocks there are many excellent restaurants, shops, galleries, and of course, fine historic homes of which many are open to the public for the numerous house and garden tours.
Within a five to 15 minute drive are hiking, kayaking, white sandy ocean beaches, horseback riding, and yacht harbors. The area is renowned for its many fine golf courses. In the event of any special health needs, there are three modern medical centers within several blocks. Downtown Charleston is 15 minutes from Charleston International Airport. A private taxi to our door costs approximately $25, or airport shuttles will also give door-to-door service for $13 per person. We are a five hour drive from Atlanta, two hours from Savannah, three and a half from Charlotte, and one hour from Beaufort, South Carolina.
CALL FOR AVAILABILITY - CALENDAR IS NOT UPDATED REGULARLY!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Secluded. On an acre with private gardens
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : at owners discretion, please ask
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Horse-drawn Carriage Tours, House Tours
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$225-$525/night Plus 4% City Tax, depending on number of guests & season.
Discounts available for stays of 1 week or more, special events excluded.
No Smoking.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
-
- The Cottage - Charleston, SC - South Carolina Vacation Home Rental - In the Heart of Downtown Historic District!
-
- Original Fireplace in Breakfast Nook - Charleston, SC - South Carolina Vacation Home Rental - In the Heart of Downtown Historic District!
-
- Comfortable Master Bedroom - Charleston, SC - South Carolina Vacation Home Rental - In the Heart of Downtown Historic District!
-
- Charming second bedroom
-
- Relaxing in the Gardens
-
- Hidden behind main house!
-
- Secure Drive behind gate
-
- Gracious Living
-
- Relax on the Main House porch
Traveler Reviews (12)
Wonderful location in the city
Guest: MTbeach
(Huntington Beach)
Date of Stay: 12/27/11
Review Submitted: 01/26/12
We loved staying here! It is close to everything you want to see with walking distance. The beds are very comfortable and the kitchen is fully loaded. We had some thoughtful supplies for our first night there. Lisa and Geoff, the property owners, are very nice and Geoff is a really good guitar player. I'm glad I brought my guitar! My wife, daughter, and mother-n-law loved it and we look forward to another visit to Charlotte St and Charleston. Loads to do in Charleston and this is a wonderful location to come home to after a day of site seeing.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Experience a piece of history in the Charlotte Street Cottage!
Guest: RTM
(Maple Shade, NJ)
Date of Stay: 09/22/11
Review Submitted: 09/30/11
My husband and I stayed at the cottage for an extended weekend, and we were so happy with our decision to book here. The cottage is the renovated kitchen house for the Wegman-Holmes house in Charleston. It is quite spacious, and beautifully landscaped and private. Lisa was a joy to deal with, and has some great recommendations. The cottage is well equipped, with a nice kitchen, TV, cable, linens, all the comforts of home!! It is located on a beautiful quiet street. You can walk just about anywhere! Why spend money on a hotel room and be cramped when you can enjoy this wonderful cottage and relax in the garden? Our only complaint is that our vacation ended too soon, and we were not ready to return to reality.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Highly Recommended. Location, Amenities, Professional Attention to Detail
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/21/11
Review Submitted: 07/25/11
Thank you Lisa and Geoff for an amazing couple of days in your lovely Cottage Home. Your attention to detail and concern for comfort has taught me, an well experienced hostess new to VRBO how to do it right and compete in my market in Sarasota, Fl/Franklin, NC and Ocala, FL. Well done! I only hope I can remember everything you had provisioned for me upon my arrival. Oh, I forgot the seedless blackberries and the remainder of the champagne in the refridge. Thank you again, I can not wait to return to the safety and comfort of your amazingly convenient cottage. Why even bother with a car? I would like to remind everyone that a B&B in Charleston for honeymoons is simply a very poor idea. However - the privacy of your own four walls is a far better thought. These are might fine four walls!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Excellent! A Home Away From Home
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/06/11
Review Submitted: 04/11/11
Here's all the reasons to stay at Charlotte Street Cottage vs. a hotel: 1) Hospitality: Thank you Lisa and Jeff for your warm and generous hospitality. We loved the wine, fresh strawberries, French pastries, snacks, etc. you left for us. We so appreciated Jeff's generous offer to drive us to pick up our rental car, Lisa inviting us into their home to use their computer so we could print out our boarding passes, and all of their helpful recommendations on sights and eats. 2) The cottage is so charming and it felt special to stay somewhere so historical. Immaculate and well appointed with everything you could possibly need: fully stocked kitchen, tv with DVD player (although there's so much to do, you won't have time to watch tv!), interesting reading material, washer/dryer, etc. It's a 2 story home, so you have plenty of room! 3) Location: That was one of the best parts. All the major sights are within walking distance, including a 24 hour grocery store. 4) Value: I researched cost extensively and the cottage is definitely a better deal vs. the high priced downtown hotels. Why pay for a small hotel room when you can stay in a beautiful home with such personal hospitality for less money? We loved it and highly recommend staying at Charlotte Street Cottage!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Beautiful Cottage
Guest: HER
(New York)
Date of Stay: 05/13/10
Review Submitted: 09/09/10
The Charlotte Street Cottage is a tranquil little retreat amongst the hustle and bustle of Charleston. It comes complete with it’s own beautiful garden, which whilst we stayed was full of fragrant jasmine. Sitting in the garden was the perfect way to unwind after a days sight-seeing. Geoff & Lisa the owners couldn’t be nicer. They were incredibly helpful when it came to tips on sights and local restaurants, but never intrude on your privacy. They also left us the most thoughtful welcome gift. The house itself is incredibly well set up, it was immaculately clean upon arrival, there was an abundance of bath towels, and the kitchen was extremely well equipped. The location of the property was very convenient for all of the sights, but far enough removed to appreciate the quiet residential area. A lovely holiday home that I would definitely return to.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners.
a dream come true
Guest: niki r.
(san francisco, ca)
Date of Stay: 12/19/09
Review Submitted: 07/07/10
i stayed here for 10 days with my husband and 3 month old baby in december. it was wonderful beyond all of my expectations. i arrived alone with the baby at night and was greeted by lisa, who held the baby for me and geoff, who unpacked my car. after a long flight from the west coast and several house of driving, they made me feel at home and like i was an honored guest. the property is even nicer than the pictures, the location is great for walking to sights and restaurants. fig and hominy grill were two of our favorites. the owners have plenty of suggestions and will gladly offer a hand with what ever you might need...they even detailed how to find the whole foods. The garden at the cottage is beautiful and private. The cottage itself is large enough for a long stay and the kitchen was fully stocked. i would love to come back here. it beat staying in a 5 star hotel because of the space and personal attention.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Charlotte Street Cottage is a little bit of Heaven on Earth.
Guest: David A. Hughes, NYC
(NYC, NY)
Date of Stay: 04/10/10
Review Submitted: 05/11/10
What a blessing it was to have discovered Charlotte Street Cottage online before visiting Charleston, S.C. It was a gracious, warm, and inviting home away from home during our stay there. Beautifully and comfortably furnished, filled with light from the many windows that overlooked the glorious gardens, Charlotte street Cottage filled my heart with joy every time I stepped through its doors. After long days of exploring the streets of Charleston, it was such an absolute pleasure to return to this inviting sanctuary. its proprietors, Lisa and Geoff, could not have been more friendly or helpful with their inviting greetings or generous advice on everything from the best restaurants to dine in to the local haunts not to be missed. I can honestly say it was one of my all-time favorite vacation accommodations.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/27/09
Review Submitted: 09/27/09
We stayed at the cottage for five nights over the 2009 Labor Day weekend. This was our first time to this part of the country. We thoroughly enjoyed the cottage in terms of comfort and its location to the historic downtown district. Moreover, Lisa and Jeff were very nice and assisted us in numerous ways. We would highly recommend this cottage for anyone planning a stay in the Charleston area.
Recommended for:
A secluded gem
Guest: Clarets
(Bury, Lancashire, UK)
Date of Stay: 05/14/09
Review Submitted: 06/06/09
Our small family group stayed for three nights at Charlotte Street Cottage in May 2009. We were visiting Charleston for the first time, en route from Tennessee to Florida. The cottage is in a secluded location in the extensive grounds of the main house. There is secure free car parking in the grounds. The attractions of Historic Charleston are just an easy stroll away, as are many excellent restaurants. The owner, Lisa, stocked the kitchen with an excellent variety of food for breakfasts and suppers; she even phoned us before our visit to check our likes and dislikes! Lisa and Geoff were friendly and helpful, yet unobtrusive. The property was clean, spacious and well-equipped. If we find ourselves near Charleston again we will be sure to head back to Charlotte Street Cottage.
Owner response:Please note: Stocking the kitchen for breakfast is optional and incurs an additional charge.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Guest: Clarets
(Bury, Lancashire, UK)
Date of Stay: 06/03/09
Review Submitted: 06/03/09
The Watson family stayed at Charlotte Street Cottage for 3 nights in May 2009. The cottage is ideally located in a secluded garden in a beautiful residential area just an easy stroll from the sights of historic Charleston. There are lots of good restaurants nearby. Lisa the owner stocked the kitchen with everything we need for breakfasts (and much more besides). She even phoned before we set off from home to check on our likes and dislikes! During our stay Lisa and Geoff were friendly and very helpful and we have no hesitation in recommending Charlotte Street Cottage as a comfortable and convenient base when visiting Charleston
Recommended for:
First (10) of (12). View all Reviews | Write a Review
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #30351
There have been visitors to this page since the counter was
last reset in .
This listing was first published here in 2003.
Date last modified - Friday, October 28, 2011
