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Charming South of Broad Kitchen House

Holiday home with kitchen, near Port of Charleston

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Exterior
Living Room
Living Room
Bathroom
3rd Floor Bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 42000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Charleston, SC
  • Place, Rainbow Row
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming South of Broad Kitchen House

I find it necessary to reserve the right to ask for identification prior to reserving. I am now going from instant booking to a 24 hour period to ascertain that you can provide identification should that be necessary. I am aware that unlike Airbnb, VRBO no longer vets their guests and it is up to the host.

We are one of very few licensed B&B South of Broad. This charming 1830 kitchen house is located in historic Charleston in the most desirable "South of Broad" district. The location is quiet and one block from the Charleston harbor and one half block from beautiful White Point Gardens. It is within walking distance to restaurants, shopping and entertainment.
The health and well-being of our guests is our top priority and we have implemented strict cleaning and disinfecting protocol to mitigate the transmission of COVID-19. Our cleaning team has deployed enhanced cleaning procedures, disinfecting all hard surfaces, spending extra time focusing efforts on cleaning and disinfecting “high-touch” contact points including but not limited to: doorknobs, locks, thermostats, light switches, fan pulls, stair railings, remotes, cabinet handles, and toilets.

A large first floor contains a living / dining area featuring two large fireplaces. A galley kitchen features a Wolf range and hood, Subzero refrigerator and a Bosch dishwasher and Carrera marble counters. The second floor offers a bedroom with queen bed, a renovated hall bath, a cozy den and a sunlit sunporch, perfect for a study or relaxing in the late afternoon. The third floor offers a master suite with a queen size bed, walk in closet, washer/ dryer and a beautiful bathroom featuring a beautiful marble and glass shower.
We are located 20-30 minutes to 6 beaches. Enjoy a day at the beach.
Because of steps and the house is not child proofed, children under 3 are not allowed.
Off street parking for one (1) car is provided. The driveway is quite narrow and should you not feel comfortable navigating it, we will leave a parking pass for the street. No events are allowed. The courtyard is available from 9AM to 9PM.
Please note that we adhere to a strict 4:00 check in unless an early check in has been previously approved. We provide parking for one auto. The sleeper sofa is not available for sleeping. Please note house rules before reserving. House rules are adhered to strictly and any infringement will vacate your stay without refund. We reserve the right to ask for identification prior to check in.
Legally Licensed through the City of Charleston
License # OP2018-00159.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No events of any type are permitted.
The courtyard is available until 9:00. Guests must be aware that this is a quiet neighborhood and we would like to keep it that way. Thank you.
ID is required for check in. Any house rules broken are subject to having guests be asked to eave and their stay cancelled immediately

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Charleston

Located in Charleston, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Front Beach, while South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center or TD Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • White Point Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rainbow Row - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Waterfront Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • College of Charleston - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Port of Charleston - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 24 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sorelle - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Blind Tiger Pub - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Poogan's Porch - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪82 Queen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Millers All Day - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming South of Broad Kitchen House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming South of Broad Kitchen House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming South of Broad Kitchen House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming South of Broad Kitchen House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming South of Broad Kitchen House located?

Located in Charleston Historic District, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of The Battery, College of Charleston and Charleston City Market. Waterfront Park and Port of Charleston are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Walter O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and gardens in an idyllic location. Perfect weekend for two couples.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Great location. The Kitchen House offers lots of character and convenience while visiting beautiful Charleston. The walk to downtown- King St shopping and restaurants was quick, easy and always felt safe. Host was super responsive and pleasant. We would love to stay at the Kitchen house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location. The home is lovely and everything we needed was there. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. It’s a top notch stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved our stay in the kitchen house in Charleston!! It was our first time in Charleston and found the location perfect for us. Quiet safe area and easy walking to many sites. The beds were very comfortable and a/c was so nice. Nice outside eating area and fantastic updated kitchen!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee van C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful. The property is a gem.Our permanent Vacation stay in Charleston. Location , privacy , Decor, and emily ; all wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great property in a lovely residential neighborhood. In the description I believe they state it’s one of the only rental properties allowed in that neighborhood and you can tell - it’s quiet and beautiful with a distinct lack of commercialism, which is refreshing! The owners were very communicative - we had a small A/C issue on the third floor and they were immediately responsive and came over themselves to help fix the issue. We were in town for a wedding and would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

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

Charleston Charm

Kitchen house was a great location walkable to King shopping and restaurants. The two bedrooms, two baths, spacious home provided for a great girls’ trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradford B.

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

Weekend trip to Charleston

We had a wonderful stay in Charleston. The property was clean, well appointed, and conveniently located. The hosts were helpful and gracious. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia S.

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

Wonderful stay

We absolutely loved our stay at the Kitchen House. The location is fabulous! Excellent hosts. Look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Kitchen House

very nice for our stay to attend a wedding… nice and quiet neighborhood…
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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

Family weekend

The property is great. We loved this historic home and have stayed there the past two years while going to the Charleston food and wine festival.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Great location

Very cute place in a fabulous location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

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

Anniversary trip

It was a great little place to stay. Host was very accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shay M.

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

Family visit

They were great to work with beforehand and during my stay with any questions. Will definitely be using this location n3xt time i visit my parents!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James J.

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

Great stay!

This was our second time at this beautiful property in Charleston. We love the house, and how walkable everything is from its South of Broad location! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie S.

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

Fantastic

We had an amazing stay! The property was beautiful, the location was perfect and Emily was quick to respond to our questions. We can't wait to return to Charleston and stay at the same fantastic kitchen cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don T.

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

return patrons

We have stayed at South Battery before and the location and accommodations are excellent.Emily and Carl are great hosts and we hope to come back again.Thanks, Don T.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

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

Charelston

Historic old house Very unique piece of historyExcellent location in wonderful neighborhoodEnjoyed it very muchNice walk to everythingWould not hesitate to stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

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

Beautiful property fantastic location

Perfect if history of Charleston is an interest.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Julie M.

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

Neighborhood was a plus.

Neighborhood was a plus.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Perfect location

Great location and amazing accommodations! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Lovely place in the heart of Charleston

We stayed in the kitchen house during Spoleto Festival. The home was spacious, offered privacy, and in a perfect location. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler D.

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

Charleston Kitchen House

Great experience! Would definitely stay there again! Perfect for a weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Excellent!

Wonderful property and great location ! Suited our needs perfectly and we would certainly stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Second time just as fun!

This was our second time staying at the property. It is a great location and the inside is elegant and timeless.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Emily Carlson

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Hi, I'm Emily
I like sharing our beautiful, historic neighborhood. I reserve the right to request verification of government identification prior to reserving our property due to recent issues and the knowledge that VRBO no longer does vetting of guests. This is for your protection and for our property. Please read house rules prior to reserving. Serious violation of house rules will be forcing your vacating the property without a refund. I have hosted for 8 years and have never had an issue until recently and I feel this added protection is necessary.

Why they chose this property

This property is legally licensed in the city as a short term rental. It has passed many requirements to be licensed.

The kitchen house is a historic kitchen house to the main house that was constructed in 1830. The main floor has two large fireplaces that were originally used for the cooking / laundry for the main house.

The kitchen house is very charming with lovely windows. The entire house has very recently under gone a complete renovation with high end appliances and marble counter tops and bathroom fixtures.

License # OP2018-00159

What makes this property unique

Enjoy the quiet south of broad neighborhood, close to parks and beautiful gardens. We are within walking distance to King Street with fabulous shopping and many fine restaurants. There are several beaches nearby as well as a wonderful aquarium, children's museum and Charleston Museum, providing many hours of entertainment. Because we appreciate our quiet neighborhood and we're sure you will too, no events are allowed. The outdoor courtyard is limited to 9PM. Off street parking is available for one (1) car.

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