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Historic Downtown Cottage - Close to King!

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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Charleston, SC
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • College of Charleston
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Port of Charleston
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Charleston

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Charleston, just a 4-minute walk from Medical University of South Carolina and 13 minutes by foot from College of Charleston. .This vacation home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Port of Charleston and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from South Carolina Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Medical University of South Carolina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • College of Charleston - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Citadel - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port of Charleston - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Charleston City Market - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪da Toscana Porchetta Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪MUSC Cafeteria - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Co-Op - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Southbound - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Downtown Cottage - Close to King!

Summary:
Stay in the heart of Charleston in this charming downtown cottage located in the Cannonborough neighborhood! Just six blocks from King Street shopping and dining, with a free trolley stop one block away, this home offers comfort and convenience. Features include a private patio, fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, and secure off-street parking. Perfect for couples or small groups looking to experience historic Charleston.

The Space:
Private patio and secure off street parking. The first floor has an open layout with a living and dining area. The kitchen is fully equipped with a gas range, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator. The bathroom is located off the kitchen and features a stacked washer dryer, tub shower and pedestal sink. There are heart pine hardwood floors throughout the first floor with many original features.

Bedroom #1: Queen Bed
Common Space: Futon + Air Mattress (per request)

Professionally managed by YOURPAD Vacation Rentals.

Guest Access:
The cottage has a nice yard and off street parking. It is located only a block away from three popular restaurants, Xiao Bao Biscuit, Bistronomy By Nico and Fuel. Walk about 5 blocks and you will be on King Street with many of Charleston's favorite new restaurants and boutiques.

The Neighborhood:
The Elliotborough/Cannonborough district of downtown Charleston. With its friendly neighbors, cozy restaurants, and tree lined streets, our neighborhood will immerse you in Charleston’s classic charm. This house is perfect for a family or group seeking a fun, culinary and cultural vacation. Popular dining spots in the neighborhood include Xiao Bao Biscuit, Fuel, Porchetta Shop, Southbound, R Kitchen, Chubby Fish and many more! Our guests and neighbors also rave about Welton's Tiny Bakeshop and Kudu Coffee. We recommend going to either for a cup of locally-roasted coffee or their delicious cookies and cakes. The house is only a short walk from the very popular King Street where you will find a multitude of great shops – including antique shops, book stores and fashion boutiques – as well as endless buzzing restaurants and bars.

Getting Around:
You can walk almost everywhere - but should you want to rest your feet, there are many other options for getting around: Uber, Lyft, Charleston Bike Taxi, Charleston Rickshaw, Green Taxi or Yellow Cab.

Other Things to Note:
• THIS PROPERTY IS LEGAL & LICENSED BY THE CITY OF CHARLESTON, PERMIT 05524

• PLEASE INQUIRE ABOUT PETS. If bringing a pet, please inquire prior to booking. A $150 pet fee will be applied and charged at time of booking. Based upon approval.

Interaction with Guests:
• Our YOURPAD Charleston team is available 24/7 by messenger, text, or call during your stay. We're happy to provide any recommendations during your vacation as we love making sure you have a wonderful time!

• You'll receive all of your check-in details, lock code, emergency contacts, and a list of our favorite nearby restaurants seven days prior to your stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 02949

Property is also known as

Historic Downtown Charleston
63d01361b92f3d00492e0c6b
Historic Downtown Cottage Charleston
Historic Downtown Cottage Private vacation home
Historic Downtown Cottage Private vacation home Charleston

Historic Downtown Cottage - Close to King! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 88 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Shannan L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not as advertised. Very old and decrepit, smelled moldly; part of counter top missing; dingey and not what I expected. Creaky floor boards. Requesting refund from rental company, still waiting a week later.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location with a historic vibe!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the location as we were within walking distance of much of what we had planned throughout downtown. The neighborhood is quiet and the apartment itself is cozy while offering plenty of space for two people to lounge in comfortably. As other reviews noted, the loft area does get warmer than the rest of the house, but the box fan provided made the nights comfortable for sleeping.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was as advertised. Of note, the remote for the TV is missing. But we were too busy to spend time watching anything. The kitchen was adequately supplied, with the one exception that there were no garbage bags. Overall it is a lovely property, typical of Charleston which has aged well. I would recommend this property to a couple who do not intend to hang out at the house but use it as a base to explore all the area has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lynn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Natalia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Property listing was accurate. Great location, comfy cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

robin d.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

CM S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house, privacy and location, but a bit warm

The privacy, location, convenience of nearby stores and historic Charleston was very nice. It was a quiet, walkable neighborhood, so having a car was not necessary if you wanted to see the local shops and restaurants. The only complaint was that the bedroom on the upstairs floor got quite warm during the day, and the AC couldn't keep up. The ground floor was very cool and the air well circulated, but the upstairs gets several degrees warmer during the summer and can feel stuffy in the summer humidity and heat.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Maureen J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charleston stay

great location and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordanos T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location was perfect!

Location was perfect, super walkable. Fuel Cantina and Holey City Bagels were conveniently close-by. Food was great everywhere we visited. Downtown Charleston including all attractions were within walking distance for us (could be a bit long for others who aren’t walkers)…it was a beautiful, pleasant walk to and from. Charleston City Market, The Lost History of Black Charleston walking tour led by historian and educator Damon Fordham, and Folly Beach were among my favorite experiences. My friend enjoyed the wine complimentary of the Vrbo, which was a nice way to cap off our wonderful stay in Charleston. We both thoroughly enjoyed our visit and look forward to returning. Oh and the mattress was super comfortable. We slept well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick walk to MUSC

Stayed for a week.Safe, clean and quick walk to MUSC.Fun neighborhood
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Disappointed but quaint

We only stayed one night so we really did not have much time to explore the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Denise K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage

Be careful of the kitchen door it opens by itself. Needs a deadbolt. Also there is no bathroom upstairs and no way to turn the stairway light off or on from upstairs. Otherwise very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

gordon p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good time.

We had an enjoyable stay!! Charleston was awesome!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Kathleen B.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John W., Evansville, IN

Liked: Cleanliness

Comftorble

The place was clean and comfortable. However, the price I paid was the same as a 2 bedroom, ocean front condo on Isle of Palms the last time we were here. I will stay there if and when I come back. Love Charleston!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Great Time

Had a blast staying over the 4th of July at this place. It was hot which was to be expected, but the lower floors were very cool during the day and at night. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was great

Wonderful location and lodgings
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, cozy cottage

This property is a cute, cozy cottage in a walkable neighborhood with a few breakfast options, restaurants/bars, and shops on King Street. Off-street parking was a great bonus! For a shorter stay, the cottage was just what we needed and had lots of charm. The bed was so comfortable! The layout was fine for us; however, some may not like that the bathroom is so separate from the bedroom (downstairs then up two steps and through the kitchen) for bathroom trips in the middle of the night. Check-in and check-out were easy with great communication from owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Getaway

My furbaby and I enjoyed several days just relaxing. Walking distance to coffee and pastries in the morning and conveniently located everywhere else we wanted to go. Very clean and cozy!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable bed!

Stayed here for two nights for a quick birthday trip. Just as advertised. We used the place basically to shower and sleep. But was very clean. Bed was very comfortable upstairs. Less than 10 minutes to King, East Bay. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023