Historic Downtown Cottage - Close to King!

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A narrow pathway flanked by white buildings with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a palm tree.
A spacious room with a wooden staircase, a dining table with chairs, and a large window providing natural light.
A two-story house with a front porch and a small front yard.
A living room with a glass coffee table, a blue armchair, a floor lamp, a wooden side table with a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with white bedding, a window with blinds, and two wicker lamps.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near College of Charleston

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Charleston, SC
  • Place, Medical University of South Carolina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, The Citadel
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

Located in Charleston, this vacation home is in the city center. Charleston City Market and Charleston Tanger Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit South Carolina Aquarium and USS Yorktown. Check out an event or a game at North Charleston Coliseum, and consider making time for Patriots Point, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • Medical University of South Carolina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • College of Charleston - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Citadel - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Marion Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Charleston Music Hall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 14 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪da Toscana Porchetta Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Co-Op - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bad Bunnies Coffee - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Downtown Cottage - Close to King! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Downtown Cottage - Close to King!?

As of Nov 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Downtown Cottage - Close to King! on Dec 14, 2026 start from $274, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Downtown Cottage - Close to King!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Downtown Cottage - Close to King!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Downtown Cottage - Close to King! located?

Located in Downtown Charleston, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Medical University of South Carolina, The Citadel, and College of Charleston. Charleston City Market is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 102 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was nice, clean, on premise parking was a real bonus. Too many stairs for older folks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on Oct 27, 2026
We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the property and found it clean and comfortable! On-site parking is definitely a bonus in Charleston, where parking can be hard to come by. Thank you for mentioning the stairs, too, as we understand they may be challenging for some guests.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for walking to various Charleston sites, restaurants and downtown attractions. Comfortable and quiet. Parking was easy and we did not use our vehicle for most of the stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 25, 2026
Really glad you enjoyed the stay and got to explore Charleston on foot. Parking in Charleston is pretty rare so we’re happy to hear we could accommodate you there. Even better that you barely had to use your car and could just soak in the city at your own pace. Thank you!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The stay was alright. The property was definitely more worn down than it looked in the pictures, and a lot of the lightbulbs were starting to go out and were flickering. Also, the bedsheets they put on the bed were too small, so our sheets came up off of the edges of the bed every night. I messaged the host and they said there were extras in the closet but the extras only fit the air mattress. The upstairs AC didn’t keep up as well as the rest of the property, but they had a fan set up which really helped!Altogether, not a terrible stay, but not exactly the experience we thought we were booking.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 22, 2026
Clara, there seems to have been some confusion unless you are mistaking our rental for another you stayed at. We only own queen sheets for the queen bed, any backup sheets we have are also queen :) As for the AC it runs well even through the hottest summer months. Thanks for staying and hopefully we can host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location with a historic vibe!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 2, 2025
Thank you for being a great guest, Michelle!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 21, 2025
Cheers!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Property listing was accurate. Great location, comfy cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 29, 2025
Thanks for the great feedback, Natalia! We’re happy the listing matched your expectations and that you enjoyed the comfy cottage and prime location. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay. Would have preferred street entry instead of alley entry.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 17, 2025
Thanks so much for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed your stay. Totally understand the preference for street entry - the alley entry can be a bit quirky, but we hope it didn’t put too much of a dent in your experience. We appreciate you sharing your thoughts and would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charleston stay

great location and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 30, 2025
Cheers!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My niece and I enjoyed our stay at this cottage! The cottage was very clean and had everything we needed. We loved the historical nature of the cottage. Check out Bad Bunnies for coffee in the morning. And Vern's was a 10/10 for dinner!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 26, 2025
Thank you for your awesome review! We’re thrilled you and your niece enjoyed your stay and loved the historical charm of the cottage. It’s wonderful to hear you found everything you needed and that it was so clean - our housekeeping team takes pride in their work! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location, perfect for a weekend getaway!

Everything was exactly as listed! We had a great three night stay in Charleston at this property, would definitely recommend to friends and will hopefully come back to stay soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 22, 2025
Love hearing that everything hit the mark, Sophie! 🎯 So glad you had a great stay in Charleston — we’d be thrilled to host you again. Fingers crossed for a return trip soon! 😊🌴
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was great

Wonderful location and lodgings
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 16, 2024
Cheers!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good communication. Easy checkin. Hosts available with a question.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 16, 2026
So glad communication and check-in were a breeze for you all! We'd love to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good time.

We had an enjoyable stay!! Charleston was awesome!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 8, 2024
Happy to hear you enjoyed your stay, Gordon! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was easy to access, and onsite parking off the street was great! We were close to restaurants, a great coffee shop (sightsee), and our friend who we were visiting. Highly recommend this property! Also the communication by YOURPAD was on point.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 16, 2025
So glad check-in, parking and communication were a breeze for you all, Mary Lynn! Thanks so much for recommending us - means a lot :) Come back and see us soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As described on listing ! Charming ! Location perfect for walking to local coffee shops, bars and restaurants- as well as King street.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 20, 2025
Thank you so much! We’re glad the place lived up to the listing and that you loved the charming vibe. Being so close to coffee shops, bars, restaurants, and King Street definitely makes exploring easy. We’d love to host you again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Good location, as described

House was a good place to stay, gentrified neighborhood that will be something soon. Nice places all around that give you the local feel for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 15, 2021
So glad to hear that Tom!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

A cute little place, big enough for 2, close enough to walk or ride a bicycle to see the sights but far enough away to avoid the noise and traffic. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 15, 2022
Come back soon Marc! Thanks!
Archival

8/10 Good

Small but very nice for the price

Quite nice place to stay for me & my husband. We rented for a long weekend but could easily do longer in this little hideaway.
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 2, 2022
Thank so much! Come back soon for longer stays!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Nice cozy place. Easy walk to downtown/Historic area
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 12, 2023
Hey Steve, appreciate your great review! Thank you so much :)
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parking and communication from the host was fantastic! Very close walking distance to everything and the property met all of our needs with regards to a weekend get away. The only thing that did not warrant a perfect rating is the outdated characteristics of the property itself. The appliances are all from the 1990’s as well as the furniture. I felt as though I was in a college student rental….Shower fixtures leak and are loose, water damaged floors, outdated toilets, the furniture gives off college dorm vibes and not really a romantic get away…. With that being said, the price was fair and the property was still a great stay. I would recommend them to anyone staying in the area. 4.5 out of 5 for sure!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 11, 2026
We appreciate your detailed feedback. It’s great to hear communication was strong and that you enjoyed the convenient location for your getaway. Parking in Charleston is pretty rare, so we’re happy we could accommodate that for you. Thank you as well for your honest comments about the condition of the home, we will share this with our team as we work on ongoing improvements. We’re glad the stay still worked well overall and appreciate your recommendation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charleston

Old but kept up nicely. Everything work, bed was comfortable,all amenities you could ask for or need. Location was excellent, walking distance to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2025
Thank you for the feedback, Judy! Glad to hear everything was in working order and that you found the bed comfy—always a plus! The location really is hard to beat. Hope we get to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy historical cottage with a lot of charm

First, great communication with host, very responsive- neighborhood was very quiet and walkable, close to really great coffee places- Bad Rabbit - and restaurants- beach 25 minutes away. Cottage was very clean and towels super soft, bed comfortable- washing machine was a bonus- parking was well lit- highly recommend
Pet friendly
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 2, 2025
Thanks so much for the wonderful review, Christine! We’re glad the communication hit the mark and you enjoyed the quiet, walkable neighborhood. Bad Rabbit is definitely a favorite spot! Happy to hear the cottage was clean, comfy, and that the washing machine came in handy. Parking in Charleston is pretty rare so we're happy to hear we could accommodate. We really appreciate the recommendation and would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick walk to MUSC

Stayed for a week.Safe, clean and quick walk to MUSC.Fun neighborhood
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 17, 2025
Hi Sally, we're so glad to hear you had a great week! Safety, cleanliness, and proximity to MUSC are top priorities for us, so it's wonderful to know we hit the mark. The neighborhood is indeed a fun one, and we're happy you enjoyed it! Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Intro to Charleston

This cottage has everything you need to enjoy a visit to Charleston and the surrounding areas.You can walk to a restaurant, little convenience store or drive to Charleston’s attractions.We took our grandson to Charleston for his first visit and had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 12, 2025
Hi Robin, we’re so happy to hear the cottage had everything you needed and that you enjoyed exploring both the neighborhood and Charleston with your grandson — what a special trip! We’d love to host you again for your next visit!
Archival

8/10 Good

Glad we stayed

This cottage is close to food, fun and everything we needed..... But far enough away to be quite.
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2022
D Ray, thanks for the awesome review! Come back soon!
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