This unique studio space has been re-imagined to balance the magic of the past with modern amenities, including eclectic furnishings and decor, original architecture details, contrasting textures, and an outdoor dining area. All linens provided along with K-cup coffee maker and coffee. This is a LEGAL listing. We have been granted an exception by the city to operate as a short term rental. This property is not suitable for children..*****Important!***** Early checkin and late checkout can not be accommodated.
Please note that this apartment is on the second floor and there is a flight of stairs involved. Optional parking is located at a local garage around the corner. Please note that parking in downtown Charleston is very expensive. Please see additional property at #741046.
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Property Registration Number Exception from the city
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a deadlock
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 Isle of Palms Beach, while Patriots Point and USS Yorktown are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center or Credit One Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Ritual Rooftop Restaurant & Lounge - 3 min walk
Mudhouse - 4 min walk
Starbucks - 4 min walk
Lowland Tavern - 1 min walk
The Swamp Fox Restaurant - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic District Downtown 344 King Street pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Historic District Downtown 344 King Street?
As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic District Downtown 344 King Street on 26 July 2026 start from NZ$411, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Historic District Downtown 344 King Street?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Historic District Downtown 344 King Street?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic District Downtown 344 King Street?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Historic District Downtown 344 King Street located?
Located in Charleston Historic District, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of College of Charleston and Port of Charleston. Charleston City Market and South Carolina Aquarium are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Ashley was most helpful and quickly responded to any questions during our stay.
Bill B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Laura B.
23 December 2016
Beautiful city!
We loved the studio! Very comfortable & great location! The only thing that could be improved is more hot water & water pressure. We'd stay here again.
Laura B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
I really wish you had let us know about the water pressure! We have very hard water in Charleston and sometimes the shower head gets clogged with calcium deposits. I could have fixed it for you! However, glad y'all had a good time in Charleston and enjoyed the loft! Hope to see y'all again!
Very nice. Safe. 3 locked doors which made it nice and secure. Right on main street plenty to do. Stairs were not a problem for us.
Charles F.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Linnae M.
11 September 2015
Perfect for Downtown Charleston Visitors
This was our first time to charleston and the perfect spot! You are right smack dab in the middle of all the shopping and have easy access by foot to where you want to go. It's above a really well known store worth visiting and has plenty of space for two people. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay while in Charleston that's not a hotel!
Linnae M.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thank you Linnae for your review! I made my husband look at your review and he smiled a very huge grin! We work very hard to make our guests feel comfortable and at home while they stay here. Charleston is a great city and we are so lucky to be able to share our space with those that love Charleston as well.
This was a great stay. Right on King street, close to all the activities but still private and quiet enough. Very clean and probably the best stocked with supplies VRBO we've stayed at. Perfect for a couple. Walkable to everything including the aquarium and the Fort Sumter ferry. Do yourself a favor and don't rent a car. Much better to walk and Uber everywhere.
Location of this rental is very convenient and is right in the middle of King street surrounded by shops and restaurants. We were able to walk almost everywhere we wanted. Parking is in a garage about a block away. We absolutely loved the historic charm of this rental! It had everything we needed and more! Ashley was very helpful with any questions we had. We would definitely stay here again.
Sarah I.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Tadashi S.
28 September 2013
Excellent location and beautiful room!
We found a gem in the ideal location with a room that was everything we were looking for. I would highly recommend staying at this property on king street. The unit is well decorated and looks as though it has been recently renovated. If you're looking shop, eat (we're foodies) and take in the history of the city (you won't need a car) then you've found the right place. Something I don't think that is noted... There is an open/outdoor area outside of the unit where you can sit, read or just enjoy the breeze.
Tadashi S.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Tadashi, thank you for your review. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay in Charleston. We also love to hear that you enjoyed the property. We have finally gotten photos of the piazza because everyone says it is such a plus. I must admit that when we stay in the unit, that is our favorite part. Hope you can visit us again soon!
Verified
6/10 Okay
John L.
8 September 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
5th
property was musty and smelly.(not in a good way)
John L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 April 2021
John never complained about the apartment being musty. My only guess is that because we fog the apartment after every checkout with a sanitizing solution (For COVID-19), it gave an odor that he didn’t like. Unfortunately, he never gave us a chance to correct the problem.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jeff J.
28 November 2013
Won't write this review if I could return frequently....
Because I would prefer this gem be kept under the radar. But since Charleston isn't on my frequent visitor list, I will join the other reviewers and let everyone know how perfect this was for our anniversary weekend. Great location, everything in the room was first class. Don't worry about noise - it's in the back and very quiet at night. If I had occasion to travel to Charleston on business, I would definitely book this - way better than a hotel room. If you have a car, it will cost you an additional $16 a day to park at a lot a couple of blocks away.
Jeff J.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Jeff, thank you for your review. It is nice to know y'all had a good time in Charleston and enjoyed the property. Hope to see you back again!!
Verified
8/10 Good
Lynn S.
24 March 2018
Great location!
We enjoyed our stay in Charleston very much! The location of this studio apartment is within walking distance to everything. We also loved the decorating and the bed was very comfortable. There was a noticeable musty smell within the apartment and on our last morning the water pressure in the shower was not very good. The thing that surprised me the most was that there were no toiletries. We use VRBO quite frequently and this is the first place where we had to go around the corner to Walgreen's to purchase shampoo, conditioner and soap. I would think these would be provided, as even low-end hotels make these items readily available.
Lynn S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Glad you enjoyed your stay. We do not advertise that we provide toiletries, as we are not a hotel. However, in the furture we will provide bar soap. The water pressure in Charleston is not the greatest. For this reason, we had a pump installed to take care of the problem. If it was still a problem, we wished you would have said something. We also have very hard water in Charleston and all that needed to be done was to clean out the deposits of the shower head. The “musty” smell complaint is a first. We have had our vrbo for 4 years and have not had that complaint. We will look into it.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sarah C.
28 October 2013
Perfect location; very comfortable
This apartment is just perfect. My husband and I stayed there for 4 nights this month and it was extremely comfortable and is in a very convenient location.. The bedroom has two closets with hanging space and shelves, so we were able to put away our clothes and not have them all over the room. The kitchen is completely new and very well-equipped, including a washer/dryer. The bathroom is large and there are lots of towels. The bed is very comfortable.
I typically am always a little warm in Charleston and the various hotels' A/C never quite keep up; however this apartment also has a ceiling fan, which with the A/C, made for a totally cool room, even though it was a really warm weekend.
We really enjoyed staying in this lovely place and hope to book it again. My husband pronounced that this is where he always wants to stay when we visit Charleston.
Sarah C.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Sarah, thank you for such a wonderful review. I only wish we could have met y'all. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. We tried to make the apartment as a place where we would want to stay. (Which we do when it is not booked.). We hope to have you back again soon!
This home was perfect, it was in a great location and everything in the listing was accurate. We were able to park our car for the weekend in the parking garage and then walk everywhere we planned to go. There was a target and cvs within walking distance for items and food. Restaurants and shopping were right outside as well. We would definitely stay here again!
This was a wonderful property in the middle of Charleston within walking distance of almost everything we wanted to see. We didn’t need to rent a car and between walking, the DASH bus system and Uber we got everywhere we wanted to go.
My husband and I stayed here for a long weekend. It was everything we wanted and more. The location was fantastic, right in the middle of everything but quiet at night. Ashley was super helpful and quick to respond. We will definitely be back!
My husband and I just returned from a 3 night getaway....we had an awesome time. Ashley was a wonderful help answering any of my questions...her place is exactly what we needed! Would definitely return! K. Allen
Location could not have been better-right in the middle of all the activities in Charleston and especially convenient to TD arena and the College of Charleston. Immaculate, comfortable, attractively decorated, and had everything we needed for our stay.
This property was everything and more! It is in the perfect location to be able to walk to all of the shops, restaurants, market and harbor. It was stocked with everything you could need, even beach towels that we used for a day trip to Folly Beach. Clean and well-kept with a comfy bed! The owners are very responsive and accommodating. Highly recommend to anyone looking and would rent here again next time we return!
Lindsay L.
About the host
Hosted by Ashley
The owners are Ashley & Batu Aytore. They own and operate the antique shop below the apartment for rent. This is very convenient, as we are usually around to handle any questions you may have.
Why they chose this property
This building has been in the family since 1991 and we feel as we own a little slice of heaven here in Charleston.
What makes this property unique
We think the most wonderful thing about the apartment is the location. It is conveniently located for shopping, antiques and lots of fabulous restaurants. Walk everywhere.... Forget you own a car!!!
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Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests