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Renovated 1850s Mansion in Downtown
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Charleston, SC
- Medical University of South Carolina8 min walk
- College of Charleston10 min walk
- Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal3 min drive
- Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Renovated 1850s Mansion in Downtown
Summary:
Live like a local in this show-stopping three bedroom, two bath apartment located in downtown Charleston. Housed in an historic home dating to 1851, every detail of the rental was fully renovated in 2017 to feature antique heart pine flooring, tongue and groove walls, European hardware dating to the original period of the home, a fully custom kitchen, brand new washer and dryer, and more.
The Space:
The floorplan is ideal for socializing with an open concept living room and eat-in kitchen on one end and the three bedrooms on the opposite end. The living room and kitchen look out on Cannon street, one of Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood’s most vibrant streets, home to many popular stores and restaurants all just steps from the rental.
The chef-ready custom kitchen features high-end kitchen appliances that make it convenient to whip up any meal – although with so many great restaurants within blocks of the rental, it may be hard to resist going out for meals. Off of this living room/kitchen area is a classic Charleston porch, offering guests an outdoor area to visit and people watch.
All three bedrooms boast comfortable queen beds with plush bedding. Two of the three bedrooms feature full ensuite bathrooms (shower and toilet – no baths). One of the two bathrooms opens both to the bedroom as well as the hallway, allowing the third bedroom to access the bathroom from the hallway just off the bedroom.
The rental is located on the second floor (spiral staircase!). Absolutely no parties or late-night noise will be tolerated.
Guest Access:
You have access to the large front porch with dedicated seating for only you, rear porch, and patio with big Green Egg charcoal grill, charcoal being complimentary of course.
The Neighborhood:
Once the site of colonial lumber mills, Cannonborough is now an inviting neighborhood blending stylish historic and reproduction architecture. It's also located within walking distance of Upper King Street's excellent restaurants, shops, and bars.
Getting Around:
There is plenty to see and places to visit within walking distance. Uber and Lyft are very common. You will not face any delay catching an uber.
Other Things to Note:
We are three blocks from King Street. Cannon Street dead ends into King where you would be right in the middle of all the activity - many nice restaurants such as The Darling, the Grocery, Ordinary, Endaco, good places to have drinks like Stars, the Belmont, Midtown, Prohibition. There are also great niche restaurants closer than King Street. Pick the experience - fine dining to relaxed outdoor dining, it is here. You could look up Hominy Grill, Chez Nous, Trattoria Lucca, Fuel, Goulette. Since Cannon Street (and Spring Street) are the only legal areas in the city to host an AirBnb in Charleston, you will be in good company here.
If you want the full Charleston experience you need to sign up for a walking tour or carriage tour, a must. If you have sea legs and are aiming for total immersion into history, the steamboat runs to Ft. Sumter several times daily so that you can land your two feet at 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.
Live like a local in this show-stopping three bedroom, two bath apartment located in downtown Charleston. Housed in an historic home dating to 1851, every detail of the rental was fully renovated in 2017 to feature antique heart pine flooring, tongue and groove walls, European hardware dating to the original period of the home, a fully custom kitchen, brand new washer and dryer, and more.
The Space:
The floorplan is ideal for socializing with an open concept living room and eat-in kitchen on one end and the three bedrooms on the opposite end. The living room and kitchen look out on Cannon street, one of Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood’s most vibrant streets, home to many popular stores and restaurants all just steps from the rental.
The chef-ready custom kitchen features high-end kitchen appliances that make it convenient to whip up any meal – although with so many great restaurants within blocks of the rental, it may be hard to resist going out for meals. Off of this living room/kitchen area is a classic Charleston porch, offering guests an outdoor area to visit and people watch.
All three bedrooms boast comfortable queen beds with plush bedding. Two of the three bedrooms feature full ensuite bathrooms (shower and toilet – no baths). One of the two bathrooms opens both to the bedroom as well as the hallway, allowing the third bedroom to access the bathroom from the hallway just off the bedroom.
The rental is located on the second floor (spiral staircase!). Absolutely no parties or late-night noise will be tolerated.
Guest Access:
You have access to the large front porch with dedicated seating for only you, rear porch, and patio with big Green Egg charcoal grill, charcoal being complimentary of course.
The Neighborhood:
Once the site of colonial lumber mills, Cannonborough is now an inviting neighborhood blending stylish historic and reproduction architecture. It's also located within walking distance of Upper King Street's excellent restaurants, shops, and bars.
Getting Around:
There is plenty to see and places to visit within walking distance. Uber and Lyft are very common. You will not face any delay catching an uber.
Other Things to Note:
We are three blocks from King Street. Cannon Street dead ends into King where you would be right in the middle of all the activity - many nice restaurants such as The Darling, the Grocery, Ordinary, Endaco, good places to have drinks like Stars, the Belmont, Midtown, Prohibition. There are also great niche restaurants closer than King Street. Pick the experience - fine dining to relaxed outdoor dining, it is here. You could look up Hominy Grill, Chez Nous, Trattoria Lucca, Fuel, Goulette. Since Cannon Street (and Spring Street) are the only legal areas in the city to host an AirBnb in Charleston, you will be in good company here.
If you want the full Charleston experience you need to sign up for a walking tour or carriage tour, a must. If you have sea legs and are aiming for total immersion into history, the steamboat runs to Ft. Sumter several times daily so that you can land your two feet at 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.
Property manager
George Seago
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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Children
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Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number OP2021-02052
About the area
Charleston
Downtown Charleston, a neighbourhood in Charleston, is home to this apartment. 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 Patriots Point. Check out an event or a game at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, and consider making time for USS Yorktown, a top attraction not to be missed.

Charleston, SC
What's nearby
- Medical University of South Carolina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- College of Charleston - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Charleston Music Hall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Charleston City Market - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
- Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Island Provisions - 6 min walk
- Uptown Social - 7 min walk
- Prohibition - 7 min walk
- The Darling Oyster Bar - 8 min walk
- The Ordinary - 6 min walk
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Reviews
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13 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
MattMonica F.
29 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing close to everything
MattMonica F.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andrea D.
11 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place
Andrea D.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
James T.
3 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
James T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lynn V.
23 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem in Charleston
Lynn V.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wincie A.
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sister and Mom Trip
Wincie A.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa M.
24 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quintessential great stay
Lisa M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stacy P.
1 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home
Stacy P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
heather r.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
heather r.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lori R.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular!
Lori R.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sunny D.
22 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in downtown Charleston!
Sunny D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Peter J.
6 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Peter J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gregory P.
1 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible VRBO Experience - A Truly Amazing Stay!
Gregory P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa R.
21 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Away
Lisa R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Keith H.
14 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding
Keith H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Theresa M.
8 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property - perfect for a long weekend
Theresa M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrea C.
4 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding Accomodations
Andrea C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maggie G.
3 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Trip
Maggie G.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark Y.
14 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place in a great location
Mark Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jackie M.
27 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Jackie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark A.
17 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Mark A.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mon Lin K.
18 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location + historic property = amazing girls weekend!
Mon Lin K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gregory M.
3 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2023 NYE family and friends getaway!
Gregory M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Isaura
24 Dec 2023
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Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Louis F., Newtown
7 Dec 2023
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About the host
Hosted by George Seago

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 1852, 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, grand piazza w/picnic table, and beautiful interior
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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