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

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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8142.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out 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

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

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

Welcome to 8C at the Alexander Wilson House at St. Philip Square. Enjoy beautifully renovated properties in the heart of historic downtown Charleston and less than 1 block to King Street.

DETAILS OF THIS PROPERTY:
•4 bedrooms
•2 queen bed, 4 single beds that can be converted to two King beds with $75 fee for each room wanted, 1 queen sofa sleeper
•4 all new bathrooms with marble and glass.
•One bathtub. All ensuite.

•All new, fully stocked kitchen, quartz counter
•Piazza with glass table for 8
•Historic, high ceilings, hardwood floors
•Fully renovated, professionally designed
•Great for groups
•One parking spot for this quintessential Charleston single house, this apartment is located on the second floor of one of Charleston's special historic houses. You enter the house through street steps onto the first floor piazza and then up the steps to the second floor overlooking treetops and rooftops. Now enter the apartment from the second floor piazza into a large high ceilinged GREAT ROOM with beautiful hardwood floors, a large dining room table. The brand new KITCHEN with elegant cabinetry and quartz counter is tucked away to the rear of this light-filled "great room". The marble counter with barstools is an inviting gathering space where you can visit, watch the cook or enjoy a glass of wine. The kitchen has a complete supply of dishes and cookware. We have tried to add items that would make entertaining a joy.

LIVING ROOM/4TH BEDROOM
To the left are double folding doors leading into the grand living room with classic fireplace. The room is furnished with 4 velvet swivel chairs on brass legs and a top of the line, beautiful sofa sleeper with gel queen mattress.

In one corner, next to the fireplace, is a very clever and complete BATHROOM (2nd) with roomy marble shower with handsome glass door. Guests can use this room as a 4th bedroom with a very secure door.

The great room where you enter and the well equipped kitchen complement the gracious living room along with the piazza to make a comfortable and attractive space for friends and family to mix and socialize in a typical Charleston setting.

MASTER BEDROOM
Off of the dining room to the right is a small but comfortable bedroom (BR 1) with queen bed, a pretty window and closet and an entrance to the BATHROOM (1) with a soaking tub/shower. This bathroom can also be entered from the entrance room so also serves as another guest/common bathroom.

DORMER ROOMS
Between the kitchen and the living room is a charming spiral staircase leading to two super charming DORMER ROOMS (2&3), each with their OWN BATH (2&3). These rooms have the oldest and prettiest floors of any of our properties The triple windows look over the rooftops and are a joy to experience. Each of these rooms has a King Bed with the idea that there is plenty of room for couples or singles that want the larger bed size to share. Of course the space is perfect for children but also a couple would be happy since each room has total privacy including closet space and desks.

The space is under the dormers so a tall person will duck if getting in and out from the sides. The middle space in front of the window is full height. Let us know your preference so we can have it set up the way you want.

Each apartment has something special but this might be our favorite. It is elegant and provides an opportunity for our guests to receive their guests as a Charlestonian would. The three apartments in this building are all separate but connect through the piazzas and provide the perfect space to be together and separate.

Property manager

Jamie Molony
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Fireplace

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

No 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. 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. 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
  • Marion Square - 9 min walk
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 11 min walk
  • Charleston City Market - 3 min drive
  • 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 (8C) Alexander Wilson House at St. Philip Square pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is (8C) 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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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charleston Wedding
My family came to Charleston for a wedding and I wanted to have us all together. This was a perfect size home and the location was great. This made all our first time experiences in Charleston perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle U.

Liked: Communication, location
Good location
We had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charleston Weekend with Friends
This place was perfect for our group of 7 girlfriends in town for the Charleston Wine and Food Festival. Walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the visitor's center where we caught our shuttle out to the Village. We enjoyed the courtyard and fire pits after a long day. I highly recommend to those looking for comfort, convenience and have the physical ability to climb stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B., Saint simons island, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and size!
We had a great weekend and the house was very clean. The location was walking distance to everything we wanted. Parking is a challenge if you have more than one car but there is a garage nearby. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Tim O., Medfield, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great Location
Great location, just a block off of King St. Loads of local spots for coffee, happy hour or lunch/dinner. Walk to most areas easily. The accommodations are a bit small for 5 adults as the 4th bedroom is actually the living room. Plenty of outside seating. Washer/dryer and grill are shared with several other units. Would still book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jamie Molony

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We are "old" Charlestonians, married 50 years if that tells you about us! We met in college, married and now have 3 children, 5 grandchildren. We have travelled a lot. We discovered VRBO in Europe and realized it's the best way to go. Upon returning home from our 17 year sailboat odyssey, and having spent time in a number of vrbos, we were happy to become host instead of guest. We have been converting our long term apartment rentals into short term rentals. It has ben an intense and interesting project.

We always preferred to stay in a place that was "in town" close to the action, walkable. But we also cared about being in a place where the host shows they cared about style and design. We have really enjoyed having the opportunity to combine great space with gorgeous decor, convenience and comfort.

Why they chose this property

This is a typical Charleston, beautiful house with high ceilings, gorgeous floors, fabulous porches located in the very desirable Cannonborough neighborhood. The house lends itself perfectly to short term rental because of its quality, its location, its versatility and its space.

St Philip Square uniquely offers 8 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

This apartment is the flagship of St Philip Square. The entire complex is a fabulous collection of historic properties that offer high end, well appointed, attractive and comfortable accommodations. Because we have such a diverse group of unique properties we can offer the perfect setting for a small family, a big group of friends, a family reunion, a wedding party (the whole wedding party) a business retreat.
This particular apartment has designed with "hospitality" in mind. We have a lovely typical Charleston living room with fireplace and mantel with grand windows and opening into a convenient dining room/kitchen area with attractive quartz bar, elegant cabinets, full equipment and storage.

The apartment can accommodate the parents, the bridesmaids/groomsmen, the guests who can slip into the living room for the night with its clever full bathroom. The bridesmaid or groomsmen can escape up to the top floor with multiple single beds, clever bathrooms with lots of space, charming windows.

You would chose this apartment if you were hosting. If you want to be in a pretty place. If you want new, modern kitchen and bathrooms in an historic Charleston house. If you want to people watch from the piazza. If you want to walk a block or two south, north, east or west to a great restaurant, a fun bar, a unique shop. Or if you want to park your car and leave it. Or if you want to park your car and have it right by your side when you want to go to a beach or a plantation.

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