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True Southern Historic Charm by the Battery with Enchanting Charleston Gardens

Savor afternoon breezes on the dual piazzas or unwind in your own private oasis of a Charleston garden with an Italian fountain.

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Pool
Interior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms326 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

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

True Southern Historic Charm by the Battery with Enchanting Charleston Gardens

Historic Downtown Charleston Single Home Steps Away From Rainbow Row

Constructed circa 1795, this authentic Charleston “single home” features four bedrooms and four bathrooms with three floors. Stepping inside, you are greeted by timeless elegance carefully decorated with period antiques, crystal chandeliers and rich mahogany. The main living space comes complete with rich upholstery and fine accents. The kitchen is bathed in natural light showcasing crisp marble countertops and new appliances. True to historic design, all the main floor rooms invite you onto the piazza for entertaining or catching the harbor breeze with a glass of wine in hand. Up the grand stairway, you will find two spacious bedrooms. The master bedroom has a stunning four-poster mahogany king bed and en suite bathroom. The second bedroom features a queen bed with two day beds and a bathroom.
Up the stairs to the third floor are two large dormer bedrooms with extraordinary windows offering prime views of the historic Battery. The two bedrooms are joined by a bathroom.
This South Battery home is fully enclosed and terraced in bricks. The main gardens feature evergreens and flowers for guests to enjoy year round. At its center, the garden showcases a shallow reflecting pool with an Italian fountain.


Offsite Adult Pool & Gym Access
We partner with an offsite resort called the Wonderer which is located in downtown Charleston, a short drive away. Our guests 25+ are able to visit the wonderer. There is a strict age policy, no one under 21 will be permitted (including the pool). Resort features : Olympic size pool (heated in winter) , Poolside Cabana (additional charge), Gym (classes at additional charge) , 2 bars , Restaurant , Private & Shared work space
*Disclaimer*
The Wonderer is a separate company. They reserve the right to alter availability due to events and no inconvenience credits with be given due to issues with the Wonderer. Availability is not guaranteed. We suggest booking in advance.

Owners live on property when in town but meeting them would be a plus to your trip. They are gracious and kind and very well versed. When they are not there, Jamie is usually always available.

This South Battery home is a stone’s throw (1 block) from acclaimed White Point Garden, Rainbow Row and all the restaurants, shopping and nightlife on East Bay Street in downtown Charleston. 

There are no events at this property. Up to 12 with owner written approval.
SHORT TERM VACATION RENTAL LEASE FOR PROPERTY SELECTED ON SITE DATE OF LEASE: _ _Date specified on site____ TENANT: ____Name specified on site___ TENANT ADDRESS & ____As listed on site. _Please email address if address not listed on site_______ PHONE OWNER: William Bennett MAILING ADDRESS: PO BOX 1231 CHARLESTON, SC 29402 PROPERTY ADDRESS: Address of selected home on site LEASE TERM: COMMENCING “date chosen on site”, AT 4 pm ENDING “date chosen on site”, AT 10am RENT AMOUNT: $ On Site TAX, CLEANING LINEN: $ On Site SECURITY DEPOSIT: $ On Site TOTAL DUE: $ On Site On Site LEASE IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1. PETS/SMOKING: No pets or smoking are allowed in the leased premises. If there is any evidence of either inside the property, your security deposit will be completely forfeited. If the forfeiture of the security deposit is insufficient to pay for any damage caused by pets or smoking, then you may also be liable for any additional damages. If property is listed as pet friendly, you must have permission for pet and leave pet deposit as stated on site. 2. MINORS: Tenant affirms that he/she is an adult over the age of 24 for most rentals but 30 for 467877 South Battery Property, 1994548 Rockville (Wadmalaw) Property, or 1994549 Lake Summit property and that the leased premises will not be occupied by minors without the direct supervision of Tenant. 3. OCCUPANCY: The maximum number of persons, including children, at all times is limited to listing. Your reservation is subject to immediate cancellation and/or additional charge at the option of the Owner if you have brought more guests than max listed. 4. CARE OF PROPERTY: Tenant agrees to return premises to Owner upon the expiration of this lease in as clean and good condition as reasonable use will permit, and to repair, replace or pay for any breakage or damage done by Tenant and/or his guests. 5. NO ADDITIONS: No fixtures or appliances shall be installed without the prior written consent of Owner. 6. REPAIRS/INSPECTION: Owner or Owner’s agents shall have access to the leased premises to make necessary repairs. Owner will use its best efforts to provide reasonable notice of any such access. 7. REPAIR REFUNDS: Appliances and amenities are not guaranteed, and refunds will not be given due to breakdown. Repairs will be made by the Owner as soon as practical. 8. SIGHT UNSEEN RENTALS: Tenant should make every effort to pre-inspect the property before executing Lease. Otherwise, Tenant acknowledges and agrees to accept the property in its condition upon commencement of the Lease sight unseen. Pictures on VRBO taken within 8 months or no changes have been made and depicted as picture. 9. LINEN: Owner shall furnish blankets, linens and towels which Tenant shall not remove from the leased premises. 10. RENTABILITY: If the leased premises is destroyed by fire or acts of God so as to be unfit for occupancy either prior to or during the term of the lease, the Owner shall return any prorated share of unused time that may have been paid in advance. The lease shall not terminate as a result of cosmetic or inoperable non-essential appliances. 11. SUBLETTING: The Tenant shall not be permitted to sublet or assign this lease agreement without the written consent of the Owner. 12. DEFAULT: Any default by the Tenant under the terms and conditions of this lease, including but not limited to the failure to pay rent, shall result in the termination of this lease at the option of the Owner and the premises must be vacated immediately with no refund to Tenant. If damage has been done to the leased premises in an amount in excess of any rent or security deposit paid, Tenant shall also be liable for any such damage. 13. CANCELLATION: All cancellations will first fall in policy as set by site. If not within those dates, all requests by the Tenant to cancel this lease must be made in writing. Upon notice of a desire to cancel, Owner shall use its best efforts to re-rent the leased premises. All pre-paid rents or deposits shall be held by Owner until the leased premises are re-rented at the full rental price. If the property is re-rented for the full rental amount, Tenant shall receive a refund of all pre-paid rents or deposits. If the property rents for less then the full rental amount, Tenant shall receive a refund of all pre-paid rents and deposits, less the difference between Tenant’s rental amount of the new rental amount. Prices are not lowered until we are a couple weeks out, at which time, we try to lower the price to allow for better chance to rent and to allow some sort of refund. 14. ACCEPTANCE: This lease must be agreed to which means, by booking, you agree to the terms and conditions of this lease. 15. SECURITY DEPOSIT: The security deposit should be considered with total rent due when considering deposit due. Deposit will be refunded by Owner and released to the Tenant after the property has been inspected and in accordance with applicable law UNLESS THE OWNER PROVIDES TENANT WITH WRITTEN NOTICE OF DAMAGE OR OTHER REASONS TO WITHHOLD A RETURN OF THE DEPOSIT WITHIN FOURTEEN (14) DAYS OF THE LEASE TERMINATION DATE. The security deposit shall not be deemed a limit on Tenant’s liability to Owner for any damage to the premises or otherwise. 16. ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS: Do not leave food of any kind outside. For safety reasons, do not sit or lean on the 2nd or 3rd floor piazza railings. Supervise children at all times while on the piazzas. Tenant and his/her guests assume all liability when occupying the piazzas. Please leave doors and windows closed whenever possible due to habitual insects and flying bugs. Any items for use with property should be listed on the site and may need a liability waiver, so waiver must be signed before use of any item on property like kayaks or water items if listed with property. 17.

Property manager

Jamie Molony

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 3505 sq ft (326 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 not allowed

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 is also known as

325193
Historic Spacious Downtown Garden
Grand Historic Home Spacious Downtown Piazza Garden

About the neighborhood

Map
Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • Rainbow Row - 12 min walk
  • College of Charleston - 15 min walk
  • Charleston City Market - 20 min walk
  • Waterfront Park - 2 min drive
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 22 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blind Tiger - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bitty & Beau's Coffee - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Toast Of Charleston - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Poogan's Porch - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Second State Coffee - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is True Southern Historic Charm by the Battery with Enchanting Charleston Gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at True Southern Historic Charm by the Battery with Enchanting Charleston Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at True Southern Historic Charm by the Battery with Enchanting Charleston Gardens?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is True Southern Historic Charm by the Battery with Enchanting Charleston Gardens located?

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

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True Southern Historic Charm by the Battery with Enchanting Charleston Gardens Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank B., Lattingtown

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and location
Home was fantastic. Owners were lovely and we had an amazing stay. Magical place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Southern Comfort
Wonderfull property. Jamie is terrific. Perfect location to tour Charleston.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob N.

Another great stay!
This is our second trip to Charleston and this property in particular. The location is perfect; everything worth seeing on the peninsula is in walking distance. The hosts are friendly and the house itself is amazing. Already planning our third trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Billy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
My 2 teenage kids and I had a great stay at this home. The owners are very nice and easy to talk to. The home is in a great part of town and very quiet. Loved it, would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous getaway
Three couples enjoyed a fabulous week in Charleston. Location is great -- enjoyable walking distance to all the sites and restaurants. We also enjoyed being at home together, especially the fantastic porches and southern spring weather.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ed M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NYE South of Battery
Stunning property, a piece of Charleston history and perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stewart D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Historic Home - Spectacular Location.
Very much enjoyed our 4-night stay. Lovely home and very well appointed. Most comfortable in all respects for our family of 7. We walked to dine and shop on King Street and Downtown areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chrisotpher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Perfect home for family or several couples
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela R., York, South Carolina, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Experience
Everything was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R., Naperville, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Iconic House on the Battery
A lovely house to spend with my family to celebrate a milestone birthday Magnificent house filled with old world charm !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful home. The property had a very warm and welcome feel to it.
The house was incredible. Super close to everything. Walking distance to restaurants and shops. There was plenty of room for all 8 of us. Beds were super comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Charleston Home
We stayed with 3 other couples while attending a wedding! The house was perfect for visiting with friends. The kitchen is well appointed and the beds are comfortable. The location was perfect for enjoying the city restaurants and shopping. Would recommend to my friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kira H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful historic home
Lovely home. Very comfortable beds. Two bedrooms are considerably nicer than the other two on the third floor …but if you have flexible people staying with you it doesn’t matter. Plumbing was a little wonky. Need to be patient with the hot water. But it’s a beautiful location and home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill D., Newport Beach, California

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Charleston Experience
Well-maintained home on the Battery; the home was exceptionally well-appointed and equipped with everything we needed to enjoy our stay. If you can tear yourself away from the porch overlooking the lush garden, it is easy walking distance to historic Charleston.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, excellent location
We decided to celebrate my wife’s birthday in Charleston with friends and were fortunate to find this amazing home in a location convenient to key sites and activities. The porches overlooking the beautiful gardens made a great place to spend an evening with our friends. We would highly recommend this property as a way to experience historic Charleston.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

bill g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Quiet. Easy to park. Great walking area. Wonderful property. Three levels. Comfortable beds. Great dining and cooking equipment. Secure
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lifetime memory
We celebrated my parents' 50th Anniversary in this wonderful home and not one detail could have been better. We will never forget the stunning home, the wonderful view, and how perfectly located the home is.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cortni M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect historic experience
This home is a gem! This neighborhood is our favorite area of the French quarter. This home has so much character and we thoroughly enjoyed reading about its history in the book the owners provide. Everything about this rental was perfect. Jamie was a treat to deal with when we needed anything. She even had a pack n play for our 9 month old baby! Thanks for the wonderful vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and comfortable house located in a lovely neighborhood of Charleston
We loved this lovely house that comfortably accommodate our family of six. The living room, dining room, and kitchen were all nicely furnished and comfortable. The four bedrooms and baths nicely met our needs. Our family enjoyed the porches, and backyard garden. It proved to be the perfect location for our grand daughter’s Easter egg hunt. When we had an AC problem, the rental manager had a repairman over to the house within an hour after hours to fix it. This stay was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Classy Charleston Charm
What a fantastic home! The location is fabulous ...SOB (South of Broad St), you can see the water from the two large porches as you sip your coffee in the morning and wine at night. You are in walking distance of everything! It’s furnishing, linens, decor...are luxurious. The manager, Jamie, is a delight and so helpful! We were fortunate to meet the owners of the home, who are as gracious and charming as their house. We were so pleased and are looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jean O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Charleston home
This home is as beautiful as the pictures. It was so much fun for our group of six adults to stay there to celebrate two birthdays--it gave a much more "local" feel to our stay in Charleston. Our favorite part of the trip was returning to the porch in the afternoons to drink wine and talk. The neighborhood is lovely, safe and quiet. The house is spotlessly clean and the beds are very comfortable. Just an FYI--there are plenty of stairs to navigate! I would definitely recommend this house to those travelers that want an historic Charleston feel for their trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Beautiful
Our family gathered in Charleston in celebration of our 50th Anniversary, 2 families from PA and one from TX. We could not have found a more suitable home to stay in for this get together. We had family photos taken at White Point Park, less that 2 blocks from the house. We then started to explore the city of Charleston both as a group and individually. What an amazing adventure, a wonderful city. Most found everything within walking distance from the house. Thank You for the opportunity to stay in your home. We will always treasure the time we had to be together here.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time, great house, great location
My wife and I stayed her with my son, daughter, and two of her friends. We were a little concerned when we found out the owners lived in property. Totally unfounded. Never saw them and never knew they were there. The house was great and location was fantastic. About one block from the Battery (park). Great thing about Charleston is the history and this house is right in the middle or it. Jamie made everything easy. I’d highly recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori M., Rancho Mirage, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in a Historic Charleston Home checked off my bucket list
A most wonderful place full of history. We gathered our family from 4 states to enjoy a once in a life time Christmas celebration. The Battery Street home was everything we hoped for. Close to all that is desirable in Charleston from shopping, entertainment, history and fantastic dining. We hosted a Christmas dinner for 22 members of family and friends. 5 Star home and 5 Star hosts. We could not be happier in our choice of lodgings to share with our close friends and family. Thank you to the Bennet family for opening their spectacular home to us to make our stay warm and full of happiness. We look forward to returning in 2022. If you love history you will love this homes documented past.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation stay 2022
This was a fantastic property with an awesome location. The only surprise was that the owners live in the first floor rooms. They were lovely people but we were unaware there were others that lived in the house before we arrived. So people walking in the back yard was a little disconcerting. This was the perfect property for our stay and would highly recommend staying here. The property manager was very quick to respond to our questions while we were there (over the weekend even). Pros: Beautiful historic home in great condition, well kept, great location, easy to walk to restaurants, shopping, and bay. Cons: Parking (no surprise in the historic area and they did provide permits for restricted parking days. Thanks!). It would be helpful to have a battery powered cart to get further afield but I'm not sure where you would park such a beast.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022