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Historic Suite in Downtown Charleston

Apartment with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Medical University of South Carolina

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Interior
Exterior detail
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Charleston, SC
  • Place, Medical University of South Carolina
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, The Citadel
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Historic Suite in Downtown Charleston

Summary:

The Sires Suite is a blend of historic charm and modern luxury featuring two bedrooms and one bath in which were thoughtfully renovated. This historic suite provides a private stay, just steps away from the city’s most celebrated shopping and dining.



The Space:

The Sires Suite summons the essence of a truly refined Antebellum Charleston experience, through truly paired with every modern convenience. The kitchen is a timeless centerpiece, featuring a timeless La Cornue gas oven and cooktop from Saint-Ouen-l’Aumône, France, complemented by a whisper-quiet, American-made Vent-A-Hood. Guests are invited to celebrate Old World culinary traditions using top-of-the-line All-Clad cookware and glassware. Custom cabinetry, the kitchen island, and soaring eight-foot barn doors are handcrafted on-site from reclaimed heart pine, sourced during the home’s renovations.

Entertainment is seemlessly modern with a Samsung 4k Smart television, offering complimentary access to Xfinity cable, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu.

Each bedroom is designed for rest, offering sound machines and smart charging stations, surrounded by cypress shiplap walls and centuries-old heart pine—much of it dating back to the early 1600’s.

The bathroom is a masterful blend of history and luxury, tiled with original repurposed Vermont slate dating to 1851, when the house was built by shipwrights. Salvaged standing-seam tin from the original front porch roof forms a striking backsplash behind the hand-hammered, nickel-plated vessel sink. Period-inspired water closets sourced from Kent, England complete the Old World aesthetic.

Outdoors, guests can embrace the Charleston tradition: relaxing on the porch and enjoying the coastal breeze. Rocking chairs overlook Cannon Street, while a private rear porch and patio offer additional space to unwind, complete with a lounge sofa and Acorn barbecue grill.



Permit: OP2025-06529



Guest Access:

Private entrance and access, complimentary parking, private outdoor porches.



The Neighborhood:

The Cannonborough neighborhood is an inviting downtown area that blends classic architecture with a modern lifestyle. From here, it's easy walking distance to historic locations such as King Street and a selection of delicious restaurants, cafes, and bakeries.



Getting Around:

There is plenty to see and places to visit within walking distance. Uber and Lyft are very common and will not be delayed. Street parking and parking garages are available and relatively easy to access.



Other Things to Note:

We are three blocks from King Street, right in the middle of all Charlestonian activity. Incredible restaurants such as Southbound, Verns, 167 Raw, Malagon, Indaco, and Azur. Great places to have drinks are even closer at places like Felix, Stars, Babas, and Prohibition. There are also great niche restaurants closer than King Street, such as coastal Italian at Allora or creative Indian at Rivayat.



If you want the full Charleston experience, a walking tour or carriage tour is a must. If you have sea legs and are aiming for total immersion into history, the steamboat runs to Ft. Sumter daily and you can land your two feet exactly where the Civil War started.



Interaction with Guests:

We are available for questions and we're glad to assist in any way we can.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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
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Important information

You need to know

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
Property Registration Number OP2021-02052

About the area

Charleston

Downtown Charleston, a neighbourhood in Charleston, is home to this apartment. 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? See what's going on at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center or Credit One Stadium.
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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • Medical University of South Carolina - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • College of Charleston - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Charleston Music Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Citadel - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marion Square - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 11 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪babas on cannon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Malagon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bad Bunnies Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Co-Op - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sugar Bakeshop - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Suite in Downtown Charleston pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Suite in Downtown Charleston?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Suite in Downtown Charleston?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Suite in Downtown Charleston located?

Located in Downtown Charleston, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Upper King Design District and Medical University of South Carolina. College of Charleston and The Citadel are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This rental achieves that rare balance of uniqueness and practicality. The apartment has a comfortable living room, well-equipped kitchen (all-clad pans if you want to do some serious cooking), and the best feature, IMO: a beautiful porch.Beds are comfy. The other big plus is the neighborhood—busy enough to provide great coffee, bagels, and dining options within blocks. But not so busy that you can’t get a good night’s sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amie E.

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

Great place - would definitely return!

mother daughter girls weekend. loved our stay. everything was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan O.

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

Couldn't recommend more!

Great location, beautiful house with quintessential Charleston charm, and all the amenities one could need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Great historical property near downtown

Our favorite part of our visit to Charleston was actually sitting on the front balcony of this property, watching folks walk by, hearing diners at Southbound next door. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Upanne W.

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

Timeless in Charleston

Lovely accommodation in a nice neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

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

Extended weekend with friends

The property was very well maintained and full of character! There were a lot of excellent restaurants within walking distance - we enjoyed visiting several of them during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

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

Charleston getaway

We had a wonderful time at this VRBO. The location was a convenient walk to many of the places that we had wanted to visit. We especially enjoyed the porch, where each morning we ate our breakfast. Many good restaurants nearby. The checkin and communication was very good.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgia S.

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

great location and absolutely beautiful

fabulous!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

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

Amazing!

The location and amenities were spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

Perfect Charleston Getaway

Stunning, squeaky clean, comfortable beds, great location for walking to amazing restaurants, cafes, etc. Sitting out on the porch with coffee and wine was one of our favorite things!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby A.

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

Location, Location, Location

My friend and I loved this rental. Our only issues were the bathroom storage/counter space. The sink is in the hallway, which isn't a big deal
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris k.

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

Friends Long Weekend

Great location, extremely friendly manager and owner. They were so flexible with and easy to work with. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location and property! Very well appointed accommodations. Very satisfied!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan D.

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

Amazing Charleston Apartment

George’s place was fantastic! Beautiful, unique apartment in a great area of Charleston and within walking distance of historic downtown. I definitely plan on staying there again on my next trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

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

Girls trip

Absolutely the greatest experience from start to finish ! Location was ideal! Best trip ever ….. love Charleston everyone is so nice !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Charming Charlestonian!

The intentionality of every detail was noticed - from the drive up to the little nooks and crannies. Within a short walk to amazing food and iconic Charleston spots. We will certainly let be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

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

Great Location & Vibe

So convenient, blocks from King Street. Uniquely decorated with many nice high end touches. Plenty of space, but we spent most of our time enjoying the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie A., Hinsdale, IL

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

Wonderful

We will be returning to this property!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

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

Perfect location, high end stay

The location is amazing, away from the busy foot and car traffic of downtown, while still easy to get to great restaurants and more. The accommodations were built with such care and with luxury touches. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend! George and Morgan we’re wonderful hosts, quick to respond, very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

great spot on Cannon...

It was lovely. Great porch and across from an amazing bagel/coffee shop! Walkable to everything. Lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darci W.

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

One of my favorite VRBO experiences

The owners spared no expense. The apartment is one of the best VRBO experiences that we've had. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis H. S.

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

Awesome!

Very clean. Outstanding location. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

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

We highly recommend this location!

We really enjoyed our stay here. George and Morgan have done a fantastic job with this condo, it’s beautiful! The location is perfect , located very close to King Street and many wonderful restaurants and coffee shops. George was there to meet us and provided a list of things to do and restaurant recommendations. We had a wonderful time and hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fathema M.

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

Rustic luxury in a great location!

The interior and exterior were both absolutely gorgeous. We enjoyed sitting out in the porch and people watching until late! The shower was a fan favorite, and the interior, while small, was so tasteful and luxurious with everything we needed for a great stay. Awesome location- quiet enough to be relaxing, central enough that we could go anywhere. Thanks George for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

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

Excellent Property and Location

Me, my wife, and infant son stayed at this amazing rental for a weekend stay. It was the perfect location to walk around, shop, and eat. The check in process was seamless and the property was exactly as described. Having a parking spot made getting around the city and barrier islands very easy. 10/10 would recommend staying here during your time in Charleston.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by George Seago

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I love my family. I love my work. I enjoy what I do. I am proud to be able to share the fruits of my labor with guests. I am a general contractor and building owner that takes pride in 5-star authentic historic renovations. I find it hard to not laugh at the mundane and the extraordinary. I am a born and raised Charlestonian. I am honored, and I enjoy sharing a part of the Charleston experience with guests.

Why they chose this property

Built in the 1850s, this grand mansion recently underwent a painstaking renovation, resulting in a luxurious mix of historic material, modern convenience and style. This property is located in the heart of downtown in a vibrant neighborhood near Charleston's best restaurants and shopping. A fully stocked kitchen provides you options and won't leave you fretting the basics like for olive oil. Spread out onto the lovely piazza, soak in the sea breeze and consider the tales and lore this incredible city has seen in the last 300 years.

What makes this property unique

Location, historic mansion, and beautiful interior

Languages:

English, Spanish

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