Summary:
Welcome to The Nicholas. Reimagined and renovated in 2023, our guest rooms and suites provide a boutique, historic, and elevated experience.

The Nicholas provides a technology-forward guest experience. Our cleaning team is on site daily should you want your room refreshed. Our guest services team is intermittently at the property throughout the day. Our evening concierge is on site 2-8pm Thu/Fri/Sat and 2-6pm Sun/Mon. Our guest services team can be reached daily 8am-10pm via telephone or text.

The Space:
George’s King Suite
Third floor king suite that is reportedly haunted
Private bathroom
349 sf, sleeps 2

To understand why this is “George’s Suite,” you must first know the history of The Nicholas. Henry Cobia, an early owner of the property, also owned slaves. During the 1830s, a male and female slave lived in a room on the third floor of the house along with their nine-year-old son. In 1843, due to financial difficulty, Cobia was forced to sell several of his slaves, which included the boy's parents. The next day, the little boy walked down to a dock on Charleston Bay and asked a man where his parents were taken. He was told that they had been transported to a ship that was currently docked in the middle of Charleston Harbor. Motivated by the hope that he might be reunited with his parents, the boy stole a rowboat and rowed in the direction of his parents' ship. All at once, the little boat capsized, and the boy drowned.

Guests have reported seeing the ghost of a little boy playing around the halls, then disappearing from sight. Former employees affectionately named him, George. Some may view this as unsettling and others may view it as alluring, but George reportedly just engages in harmless mischief that includes opening doors, rocking chairs and turning lights on and off. Most of the disturbances take the form of mattress shaking or the radio turns on in the middle of the night.

George’s King Suite occupies the top floor of The Nicholas overlooking Wentworth Street. This spacious suite features a king-sized bed and private reading nook. The newly renovated bathroom features a large walk-in shower and posh luxury water fixtures and vanity. The room has all of the hotel’s original charm and character with chic, modern upgrades and amenities that provide both function and elegance.

Please note, there is no elevator in the hotel.

*Unlock Hotel Amenities with your home*
All guests, age 25 and up, staying at this property with Coastal Vacation Properties have been granted access to The Wonderer Charleston.

This 2-acre private membership club nestled in downtown Charleston is a modern oasis offering resort-style amenities and a Bali-Tulum-inspired atmosphere unparalleled on the Charleston peninsula.

The Wonderer includes a swimming pool, onsite eateries for breakfast, lunch, dinner, trendy cocktails, and of course poolside cabanas! It also includes an indoor gym and fitness studio with daily classes, a recovery room full of spa therapies, private and shared workspaces, live music, and an active calendar of social events.

Guest Access:
Each of our guest rooms can be accessed by a keyless door code for ease of entry, and allows for a zero-interaction check-in/check-out process. A door code specific to each guests’ stay will be provided the day prior to your check-in. The other areas of the inn will be shared with other travelers. Breakfast is served daily in the common area lounge on the first floor. If you have any questions about directions or access to the property, our team would be happy to assist.

Once you confirm your reservation at The Wonderer, you will receive a link to book your time to visit the Campus. Please note, all fitness classes and ticketed events are offered based on availability and may come at an additional cost. Day Passes are available with required pre-registration via a link that will be shared with you upon booking.

Day pass reservations at The Wonderer for guests of this property are completely free of charge. The Wonderer’s on-site parking lot is a paid lot, however there is free on-street parking in the area subject to availability.

Please note: availability at The Wonderer is not guaranteed without a confirmed reservation. The number of available day passes remains strictly first-come, first-serve. If you plan to enjoy The Wonderer anytime between April 15th - September 1st, we strongly suggest booking in advance to guarantee access.

The Wonderer has a minimum age requirement of 25 years old (unless you're a member, a guest of a member, or receive a special exception from club management).

The Neighborhood:
Situated in the heart of downtown Charleston, this property offers the epitome of urban living. Just blocks away from the iconic King Street & College of Charleston, you'll find yourself in the midst of a thriving community, with an array of local shops and renowned restaurants at your doorstep. Immerse yourself in the city's vibrant culture, take leisurely strolls through cobblestone streets, and savor the rich history of this charming Southern city.

Each house is beautifully unique. The culinary scene for which Charleston has become so famous is just steps away. The fantastic restaurants, shopping, and nightlife of King Street are close enough to walk, but far enough to not keep you up all night.

Getting Around:
You can walk anywhere and everywhere in Charleston, but just in case, here is a list of the top transportation services:

The DASH trolley is free in Charleston. There are 3 routes, and two of the routes have stops just blocks from this property. More information can be found with the route map on the DASH website.

Uber & Lyft (generally less than $10 anywhere on the downtown peninsula)

Charleston Executive Limo

Charleston Bike Taxi

Charleston Rickshaw

Green Taxi

Holy Spokes