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(8A) Alexander Wilson House at St. Philip Square

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Historic "yellow house" on St Philip Street
Living room overlooking piazza
Entering through the piazza door.
Piazza with glass top table, 4 chairs, wicker love seat and 4 chairs
Bright kitchen with new appliances
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 778.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Charleston, SC
  • Popular LocationCollege of Charleston6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMedical University of South Carolina11 min walk
  • Popular LocationPort of Charleston Cruise Terminal3 min drive
  • AirportCharleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)14 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

(8A) Alexander Wilson House at St. Philip Square

This chic and modern first floor apartment with piazza is part of the unique ST PHILIP SQUARE. We are in the upper King Street area close to restaurants, bars, shops in this most vibrant, exciting area of historic Charleston. This first floor apartment in a classic Charleston "single" house is entered through the side street door entrance and lovely piazza. The apartment features original woodwork, mouldings and wainscoting with 11' ceilings.

•2 Bedrooms
•2 queen beds, 1 double bed, 1 sofa sleeper
•2full bathrooms, 1 extra vanity, 1 bathtub
•brand new kitchen
•spacious living room
•historic high ceilings and woodwork
•piazza with seating and glass dining table
•parking

•The light filled 22' x 11' LIVING ROOM features a "mid-century style" with a comfortable queen sleeper sofa, leather chairs and a 43" wall-mounted smart tv. We provide wifi and usb ports.

•The DINING table has two drop leaves. When pulled away from the wall and opened it can seat 4 people, using two more chairs from the kitchen. In nice weather guests can enjoy al fresco dining on the porch glass table.

•The brand new KITCHEN with marble counter tops and all new stainless appliances has an eating counter with two counter chairs. The kitchen has a new dishwasher, disposal, microwave, new stove, chic refrigerator, a full supply of dishes, glasses, cookware, and utensils.

•Off of the living room, the front BEDROOM has two modern queen size beds with new mattresses, a lovely fireplace, a closet with good storage and a beautiful marble sink with apron. The ensuite BATHROOM has a luxurious walk-in shower, and another large marble counter with sink.

•Off of the other end of the living room is a BEDROOM with a full-size bed, dressing table and ample closet with storage. The second BATHROOM with tub and new marble counter is also off of the living room and close to the second bedroom, serving both that bedroom and anyone who might enjoy the new sleeper-sofa in the living room. Hair-dryers, wifi, USB ports, iron and ironing board, toiletries, and fluffy towels are all provided.

•This apartment has full use of the PIAZZA where you will enjoy the glass top table with four chairs, a wicker settee and 4 wicker chairs. The large capacity washer and dryer are accessed from the piazza.

•We have taken great care to furnish this apartment with interesting, exciting, comfortable and tasteful furnishings and artwork. We would want to stay here if we were visiting Charleston. The apartment is perfect for three or four couples, a family with children, a gals' getaway, a 4-guy retreat where everyone has his own bed, or a wedding group. The 3 bedroom/2 bathroom apartment upstairs and the 3 bedroom/2 bathroom cottage with brick courtyard next door make a flexible arrangement for a large group possible and attractive. Each apartment has its own free parking.

THE AREA
If you are not familiar with Charleston or this area, you can see we are slightly north of the College of Charleston on historic St. Philip Street. This charming apartment is the perfect base to enjoy an enchanting Charleston experience. Charleston is like Rome, Italy in that most of the notable monuments and historic details are found in a fairly contained area. You can literally walk from the apartment to the southernmost extremes of the Historic District in under thirty minutes. Passing antebellum homes and cobblestone streets, this journey will take you through the Historic King Street District and the neighborhoods of Cannonborough, Elliottborough, Radcliffborough, Harleston Village and finally South of Broad until you reach the Battery itself. Go east one block and you are on King Street, the home of designer shops, eclectic boutiques, antique stores and a host of other fascinating shops as well as nationally acclaimed restaurants. Upper King is the new center of Charleston's renowned restaurant and night life. A recent survey of the "essential 18 Charleston Restaurants" has several of these restaurants (Hominy Grill, The Grocery, The Macintosh, The Ordinary) within four blocks of the apartment. We also love to walk to Five Loaves Cafe, Stella's Greek Restaurant, Goulette Rotisserie, Sugar Bakery and the Charleston Farmers Market at Marion Square. The South Carolina Aquarium and the Children's Museum of the Low Country are close and a delight for both children and parents. The Charleston Museum, one of the nation's first museums, is also within walking distance. We are excited to offer this attractive space on VRBO.

If you vacationing in Charleston and need to sleep from 2 to 72 people...in award winning historic properties...one block from King St. and .4 miles to Calhoun St...beautifully renovated with stunning decor and parking, St Philip Square is your answer!

You need to look carefully to realize our properties are noticeably closer to South of Broad, and our buildings are substantial historic buildings, with charm and character not possible in new construction, in a community setting where groups can gather, in an area where it's possible to rent without the owner present, in properties that sparkle with stunning renovation and charming decor. We have a unique offering for wedding groups, family reunions, business retreats, friends traveling together, honeymooners, anniversary celebrants or families with kids.

INSURANCE

We advise during the month of September particularly, and some into October, that you purchase the trip protection insurance. It is the peak of hurricane season in our area. We do not offer refunds or date changes for any reason outside the 60 day cancellation period.

Property manager

Jamie Molony
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Charleston

Located in Charleston, this apartment is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Riverfront Park, while South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point are popular area attractions. 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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 6 min walk
  • Charleston Music Hall - 8 min walk
  • Marion Square - 9 min walk
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 11 min walk
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 10 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Prohibition - 2 min walk
  • Uptown Social - 4 min walk
  • King Street Dispensary - 1 min walk
  • Charleston Beer Works - 5 min walk
  • The Darling Oyster Bar - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is (8A) Alexander Wilson House at St. Philip Square pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at (8A) Alexander Wilson House at St. Philip Square?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at (8A) Alexander Wilson House at St. Philip Square?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is (8A) Alexander Wilson House at St. Philip Square located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quintessential Charleston
Beautifully decorated, amenities were provided, very clean. Enjoyed our outdoor space on the piazza. We could hear the street noise, but it didn’t wake us up.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Trip
My 4 friends and I stayed here for a long weekend. The house was beautiful and clean. The linens and towels were great, tons of awesome small details (nice soap in bathrooms, sound machines in each room, etc). Jamie and her staff were super friendly and very accommodating, we saw them around the property often. Outside street was a little noisy, especially on Saturday night, but as mentioned above, sound machines in each room definitely helped and it’s a trade-off that I’m more than ok with for the great location and awesome place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

carrie h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely disappointed!
Nice place but the noise from the street was almost 24 hours a day. Construction on the property directly next door started before 8 am combined with the street noise it was almost unbearable! There is also a fire station around the corner! We heard fire trucks probably 5 or 6 times at all times of the day in the 3 days we were there. This property currently is not suitable for guests due to the constant noise. We were very disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginny M., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
gorgeous property and great location
We absolutely loved this property! It was spacious, beautifully decorated, well stocked and very clean. The location was perfect -- easy to get downtown, easy to get to Mt. Pleasant and elsewhere -- and the area felt very safe and walkable. Plenty of shopping and restaurants nearby. We couldn't recommend it more highly!
Stayed 25 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacy c., Levittown, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ❤️of Charleston
St Philip’s Square is a cozy oasis in the head of the city. This is our second stay and as usual The accommodations included anything and everything you could need for a home away from home. The property is beautiful with a long porch and walking distance to all restaurants, shopping and attractions. Thank you for such a wonderful visit
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jamie Molony

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We bought this property in a group of historic houses on St Philip Street in 1997 and first rented to college students while we travelled throughout Europe on our sailboat for 17 years. During that time the market and the area have changed tremendously. VRBO has opened up the world to vacation renting. This building is in the ideal spot In Charleston as this area has exploded into the favorite restaurant, bar scene in Charleston, in the midst of boutiques and historic sites.

Why they chose this property

This historic building features original woodwork and lovely pizzas giving our guests an authentic experience of being in a typical Charleston single house.

St Philip Square uniquely offers 10 properties within a "square" that opens onto a shared parking area. Each apartment is a separate unit and has its own qualities. It is the perfect opportunity for groups of all sizes to organize a joint rental but each apartment is separate and its own place. The VRBO numbers are listed here:
1446527. 1531369. 1351757. 1662029. 834186. 7841346. 7841344. 567555
If you put these numbers into a VRBO search without dates you will be able to view each listing.

What makes this property unique

The free off-street parking, the special location, the outstanding management, the high ceilings and pretty woodwork, the striking decor and the updated kitchen and bathrooms are always appreciated by our guests.

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