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⭐Free Parking⭐ - Walk to Downtown & MUSC

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The Jazz Room
The Jazz Room includes a kitchenette, TV with streaming service, Jazz musician photos throughout the room, and a memory foam bed for a great night of sleep.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Charleston, SC
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • College of Charleston
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden

About this property

⭐Free Parking⭐ - Walk to Downtown & MUSC

Summary:
The Parson Inn is located in historic downtown Charleston one block from Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). Our Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood is considered the "Gateway to the Peninsula". There are a number of local restaurants, bakeries, and other small boutiques. A spa, yoga studio and an Italian sandwich cafe are within steps of the the front door. The Room has a shared bathroom with one other guest room. Parking is provided onsite for one car.
Cert of Ops - OP2018-00253

The Space:
The house is a traditional Charleston single house built in 1852. It has been renovated but still has its historic charm.

The Neighborhood:
The neighborhood is surrounded by the Medical University of South Carolina. It is a vibrant community that is just a few blocks from King Street, where you will find restaurants, bars and shops galore. Our neighborhood has restaurants, a yoga studio and a spa within steps of the house.

Getting Around:
You can either walk, bike or Uber to most any place. There is also a free shuttle that transports visitors to the city center. Parking is supplied onsite for one car and there is street parking available for other cars. The MUSC parking garage is also just steps away. We suggest an economy size vehicle to navigate the narrow downtown Charleston streets.

Other Things to Note:
A microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker are provided in the room.

Property manager

Karen Parson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Quiet hours from 10pm-8am

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
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

About the area

Charleston

Downtown Charleston, a neighbourhood in Charleston, is home to this holiday home. Charleston City Market and USS Yorktown are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Riverfront Park. Check out an event or a game at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, and consider making time for South Carolina Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • Medical University of South Carolina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Citadel - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • College of Charleston - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Charleston City Market - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 11 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪MUSC Cafeteria - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bad Bunnies Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sorghum & Salt - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ⭐Free Parking⭐ - Walk to Downtown & MUSC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ⭐Free Parking⭐ - Walk to Downtown & MUSC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⭐Free Parking⭐ - Walk to Downtown & MUSC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ⭐Free Parking⭐ - Walk to Downtown & MUSC located?

Located in Downtown Charleston, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Medical University of South Carolina and The Citadel. Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal and Charleston City Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great! Very clean and comfortable

Served us well for our college of Charleston tour visit. Good choice for price and location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Candace N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2025 Ridge Run

Perfect place to stay for us because our son lives on Rutledge.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Cute and Cozy Space

This space was clean and cozy. Bathroom was a shared space on a different level. Wish it was on our same floor. But overall the stay was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

vrbo SC

Great place, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teryn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Get Away

Clean, peaceful and vibrant accommodations. Snack s basket is phenomenal! The mattress was so GOOD!! My friend and I never felt or knew when one of us got up or rolled over.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice

Excellent place very good host communications.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

small space but perfect for 2

very clean and well maintained; convenient location; like home feel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariya P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and convenient

Great location. Very nice old house. The only downside, is that you have to share a bathroom with other guests. I wish that was more clearly stated on the listing. Thank you for a great visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Convenient

Location was good, accommodation was good, price was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaurie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Stay!

My husband and I had an excellent stay here. We visited Charleston for 3 days and found this spot to be an excellent base for exploring the city. I highly recommend. Very comfortable, clean, stylish, and super friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend in Charleston

We had a wonderful time staying at the Parson Inn. It was not too far from downtown and only about a 20 minute drive to the beach. The room was clean and comfortable. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So convenient!

Perfect for walking to the shops along Cannon. Thank you for being so communicative!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Host

This was an amazing location for the price and perfect for a couple visiting Charleston for the weekend. Walking distance to King street and several other restaurants. Karen is an amazing host that left out snacks and a personalized note. Would recommend to anyone!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay here

There could not have been more attentive and gracious hosts than the Parsons We needed assistance twice, and they were johnny on the spot. The property is very clean, and it is in a walkable restaurant-accessible neighborhood. I recommend staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

April m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice spot close to colleges and King St.

Our stay was lovely! The only downside was the bathroom being on the second floor and our room being on the third floor. Separate bathroom was on the listing I just wasn’t aware it wasn’t on the same floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

fantastic

My stay was exactly what I needed and exactly what I expected from the pictures. The host quickly responded to my questions. I will definitely book again the next time I visit CofC. Thank you for an excellent experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and well maintained but terrible bed.

Potentially excellent value let down by lumpy mattress and awkward access through narrow door to 3rd floor room.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Jayne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Well located clean but noisy

Good location - walked to all the sights in 30-40 mins, clean and comfortable bed. The noise being an old property was an issue for us, both the sirens/helicopters (it’s next to ED) and the internal noise of us/others creaking up and down stairs in the night to the shared bathroom. Heavy sleepers would be fine though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good for price

A bit far to downtown. Attic unit. Low ceiling. Bath is down stairs
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Upgrade

As I have a mobility challenge when I brought it the host’s attention she accommodated me at no extra charge which was much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jack P.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

NO PRIVATE BATHROOM

perfect room and comfortable amenities provided. Bathroom shown in photo was not private or attached to room. I would have NOT booked this room if I knew that we would be SHARING with other guests. This should be more clearly noted in the listing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Savannah B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Affordable Stay

This property was very affordable. It was quaint and the location was okay. The Inn is located close to a hospital, so ambulance and emergency vehicle sirens sounded often at all hours. It did have off road parking which was nice. However, it was very tight and 4-5 cars could not fit easily. The shared bathroom was okay. It was a nice bathroom with the style. I do feel that it could have been cleaner for my preference. The grout was stained thought the shower as well as the rest of the floor. I have a similar style tile and grout in my home bathroom and it appeared to be mildew/mold. My shower does the same thing and frequent cleaning with appropriate cleaners takes care of it. There were plenty towels and toiletries. We enjoyed the bottle of wine left in our room and the snacks provided downstairs. The smart tv was nice for signing into our streaming services. The property manager was great and answered messages promptly. Overall it was an affordable and quirky rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

2/10 Terrible

Graydon

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
Problems started on the front porch. No manager on-site. Front door locked. Pressed doorbell and got a recording that no one was available. Called on the telephone, same result. Half an hour of waiting for a return call — none came — and called again. This time someone answered. She said she'd sent me an e-mail but none came. Told me the code for entering the building. Room on the third floor — no elevator — bathroom/shower on the second floor. Bathroom shared with other building occupants. Manager said this was disclosed on their website but the acknowledged that other people had trouble seeing anything about that, too. Trucks driving by all night long, huge noise.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and cozy

The property was very clean and cozy. It was a little further away from the main streets than we expected but it was great weather for the longer walks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

DANIEL

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen Parson

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Why they chose this property

What makes this property unique

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests