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Private Guest Quarters - Cozy 1 BR/1 BA apartment on Historic 2-acre estate

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Entrance to "The Private Guest Quarters".
The "Private Guest Quarters" is on the ground level of this historic house.
Room
Interior
Bedroom viewing into garden.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2430 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Summerville, SC
  • Place, White Gables
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Azalea Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Summerville Dorchester Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Guest Quarters - Cozy 1 BR/1 BA apartment on Historic 2-acre estate

The Private Guest Quarters at Linwood is a cozy 1 bed/1 bath apartment located beneath the main house at Linwood, Historic Home and Gardens, a 2-acre Victorian era estate built in 1883. The apartment has its own private entrance and is equipped with a small kitchen, a dining area, one bedroom, one bathroom and a washer/dryer. Amenities include Cable TV, free Wi-Fi, bed linens, bath towels and off street parking. A unique, comfortable and private living experience for one or two guests!

We are located...
- 3 mins to downtown Summerville with great local restaurants, shops and a YMCA for working out
- 10 mins to Nexton Square with more great restaurants and shopping
- 25 mins from the Charleston Airport (CHS)
- 35 mins to Historic downtown (restaurants, shopping, carriage tours, etc.)
- 40 mins to Sullivan’s Island (our favorite local beach)
- 45 mins to Folly Beach (our second favorite local beach)

We're close to all that the Summerville / Charleston area has to offer!

** We offer BIG discounts for extended stays. Please inquire by email **

The Private Guest Quarters at Linwood is located on a two-acre historic estate in downtown Summerville with a beautiful garden and walking paths around the property that are open for guests to explore. It is on the ground level of the elegant, plantation-style house. The "Guest Quarters" was the original kitchen of the 1883 home, which was built by Julia Drayton Hastie, heiress to the famous Magnolia-on-the Ashley Plantation, just 20 minutes away.

Private History and Horticulture Tours of the 1883 Linwood estate are available upon request.

Please reach out if you have any questions or need any help during your stay!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Swimming pool is for residents of only. Please let owners know if swimming after dark. Ask about your visitors' off street parking places.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Summerville

Summerville Historic District, a neighbourhood in Summerville, is home to this apartment. Regal Azalea Square and Cinemark Summerville are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Gahagan Park and Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark. Frankie's Fun Park and Audubon Swamp Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • White Gables - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Azalea Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Summerville Dorchester Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bishop Pengelley Memorial Chapel - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Wassamassaw Community Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 23 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oscar's Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Recharge Nutrition - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Margaritas - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Elks Lodge BPOE 2719 - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Guest Quarters - Cozy 1 BR/1 BA apartment on Historic 2-acre estate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Guest Quarters - Cozy 1 BR/1 BA apartment on Historic 2-acre estate?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Guest Quarters - Cozy 1 BR/1 BA apartment on Historic 2-acre estate on 15 Mar 2026 start from £93, 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 at Private Guest Quarters - Cozy 1 BR/1 BA apartment on Historic 2-acre estate?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Guest Quarters - Cozy 1 BR/1 BA apartment on Historic 2-acre estate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Guest Quarters - Cozy 1 BR/1 BA apartment on Historic 2-acre estate?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Guest Quarters - Cozy 1 BR/1 BA apartment on Historic 2-acre estate located?

Located in Summerville Historic District, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of White Gables, Azalea Park and Summerville Dorchester Museum. Bishop Pengelley Memorial Chapel and Wassamassaw Community Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Suzanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Great location, Safe and cozy. Needs new linens and gentle updates. Hosts very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana A.

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

loved it!

I wouldn't mind making this a yearly stop!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol M C.

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

Winter Get-away

Our month long stay was amazing!!Vrbo's description was spot on. Linda and Peter were wonderful hosts. The apt's description was spot on, very clean and comfy.We
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

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

Vacation

The property was beautiful, and tbe room was clean, quie, and comfortable. The owners that lived upstirs were very kind and helpfull.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

david e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Safe. Only complaint is a short shower head.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay. The grounds were beautifully maintained. Location was in the lovely historic district. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

anne m m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect, cozy haven a few blocks from beautiful downtown Summerville. The grounds are gorgeous and the home is quiet and very charming. I felt very safe being there alone and had everything I needed for my extended stay. The hosts responded immediately to my questions and accomodated me wonderfully. I'll be back!!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

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

Beautiful Home

Beautiful home and very peaceful surroundings. The property owners are delightful people.
Stayed 48 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

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

Lovely Home

I greatly enjoyed my stay here. The property is beautiful and very nice. The Shelbournes are amazing hosts.
Stayed 83 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie F.

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

Beautiful Summerville

Over all we enjoyed our stay. We were somewhat surprised by the small space. Could have used a second comfortable chair as the rocker was pretty but not at all comfortable. Also there was no hot water to the bathroom sink. We appreciated Linda's caring attitude with us and the other guests that included prayer. Enjoyed the pool and property very much. Gorgeous!
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doriann S.

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

Summerville break

Linda and Enola were wonderful hosts. Everything was just as I expected and more so. It was a lovely touch when we arrived to find the welcome coffee and bread! The grounds were beautiful and we will be back at a later time of the year next time so we can experience them in full bloom.
Stayed 36 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten M.

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

Picturesque & Cozy

The grounds were beautiful. The house was a historical treasure and reminded me of the home I grew up in. The king bed was a dream and the train whistling in the night was charming. The resident cat, Mr. Earl Grey won my heart and he is quite welcoming. I loved the location and everything about my stay.
Stayed 32 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Good Place for Travel Nurses

Excellent place for travel nurses. Amazing gardens and pool area. Great hosts. Within twenty minutes to Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital. Definitely will stay again at this place if needed.
Stayed 62 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

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

Great place!

Logistically advantageous to everywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 27 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann B.

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

A winter escape!

My husband and I traveled to Linwood to escape the cruel Indiana winter and to visit my daughter who lives in the vicinity. What we didn’t expect was to find the most beautiful, relaxing vacation spot we have ever experienced. We are definitely planning a return trip thanks to our gracious hosts and their oh so efficient property manager. Thanks once again Linda,Peter, and Enola! Mike & Mary Ann Beard February 20, 2020
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Absolutely beautiful place !

Located blocks from downtown. Beautiful property. Very friends owners. Lots of privacy. Definitely would recommend to friends and family 😉
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Laurie H.

Wonderful little apartment. Beautiful grounds and lovely hosts.

We were here in the fall, I imagine the gardens are fabulous in the spring. Nice pool area and quiet neighborhood close to town.
Stayed 40 nights in Sep 2018

About the host

Hosted by Linda Shelbourne

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Peter and Linda have lived at LINWOOD for forty years. When their sons purchased their own homes near by, Linda developed the stately, Victorian house (1893) into a B&B. After 20 years of success and many awards, their concentration is now on the unique, comfortable, beautiful cottages which are in the grounds of the small, historic estate. We have a heart for hospitality, history and horticulture and love sharing all that with our guests. Guests come as strangers and leave as friends especially our winter folks who stay three months, enjoying the warmth of the Carolinas. It is particularly nice to have extended stay guests which is why we give very good rates to those staying longer.

Why they chose this property

Not only is "The Private Guest Quarters" a unique, comfortable and charming accommodation, it is very conveniently located to historic Charleston, Dorchester and Berkley counties for temporary work, relocating, or visiting.

What makes this property unique

This charming and comfortable, small accommodation is a great place to use as headquarters while working in or exploring the beautiful SC coastal region. You may drive north to Myrtle Beach and south to Hilton Head and Savannah. Wonderful to come home to this self contained, fully furnished abode after a busy work day or vacation in the area. Relax and walk to town for a drink and dinner if not in the mood to cook your own in the " Quarter's" kitchen.

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