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Charming 2BR/2BA Guest House on Historic 2 acres in downtown Summerville!
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 4 92.9 sq m
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Explore the area
Summerville, SC
- Azalea Park11 min walk
- Summerville Dorchester Museum15 min walk
- Nexton Square7 min drive
- Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)28 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming 2BR/2BA Guest House on Historic 2 acres in downtown Summerville!
Enjoy the privacy and solitude of this renovated 1920s Guest House situated on 2 acres of the award winning gardens of historic Linwood, a Victorian era estate built in 1883. The 2 bed/2 bath property offers an example of life on a Victorian, in-town estate right in the heart of the quaint town of Summerville. Amenities include Wi-Fi, Cable TV, washer/dryer, dishwasher, off street parking, and lots of nice special features including 2 private screened in porches and a sun room.
We are located...
- 3 mins to downtown Summerville with great local restaurants, shops and a YMCA for working out
- 10 mins to Nexton Square with more great restaurants and shopping
- 25 mins from the Charleston Airport (CHS)
- 35 mins to Historic downtown (restaurants, shopping, carriage tours, etc.)
- 40 mins to Sullivan’s Island (our favorite local beach)
- 45 mins to Folly Beach (our second favorite local beach)
We're close to all that the Summerville / Charleston area has to offer!
** We offer BIG discounts for extended stays. Please inquire by email **
The 1920s Guest House at Linwood is located on a two-acre historic estate in downtown Summerville with a beautiful garden and walking paths around the property that are open for guests to explore. There is a main house and three detached houses on the property. The 1920s Guest House is the house at the end of the driveway to the left.
Private History and Horticulture Tours of the 1883 Linwood estate are available upon request.
Please reach out if you have any questions or need any help during your stay!
We are located...
- 3 mins to downtown Summerville with great local restaurants, shops and a YMCA for working out
- 10 mins to Nexton Square with more great restaurants and shopping
- 25 mins from the Charleston Airport (CHS)
- 35 mins to Historic downtown (restaurants, shopping, carriage tours, etc.)
- 40 mins to Sullivan’s Island (our favorite local beach)
- 45 mins to Folly Beach (our second favorite local beach)
We're close to all that the Summerville / Charleston area has to offer!
** We offer BIG discounts for extended stays. Please inquire by email **
The 1920s Guest House at Linwood is located on a two-acre historic estate in downtown Summerville with a beautiful garden and walking paths around the property that are open for guests to explore. There is a main house and three detached houses on the property. The 1920s Guest House is the house at the end of the driveway to the left.
Private History and Horticulture Tours of the 1883 Linwood estate are available upon request.
Please reach out if you have any questions or need any help during your stay!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
We handle all linens. If you could please leave kitchen tidy and run dishwasher. Take out trash and turn off lights. We will do the rest. Thanks and hope you loved Linwood!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Summerville
Located in Summerville Historic District, a neighbourhood in Summerville, this holiday home is near theme parks. Oakbrook Nature Trail and Givhans Ferry State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gahagan Park and Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark. Frankie's Fun Park and Audubon Swamp Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Summerville, SC
What's nearby
- White Gables - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
- Azalea Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Summerville Dorchester Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Nexton Square - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
- Charleston Southern University - 14 min drive - 15.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Icehouse - 14 min walk
- Elks Lodge BPOE 2719 - 3 min drive
- Margaritas - 16 min walk
- Montreux Bar & Grill - 9 min walk
- Five Loaves Cafe - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Linda Shelbourne

Peter and Linda have lived in the large, elegant, mansion on the 2 acre historic estate since 1979. The main house was built in 1883. They created 'LINWOOD', Historic Home and Gardens, as an award winning B&B. As of 2019 their concentration is on providing rental accommodation to visitors who may be vacationing, working or relocating. They remain avid gardeners and eager hosts, helping guests who are renting their accommodations to enjoy the fascinating history and beautiful aspects of the South Carolina LowCountry. They are happy to provide maps, tour information or help in any way. For photos of them, see their LINWOOD website.
Why they chose this property
This charming and comfortable cottage is surrounded by the award winning gardens of the historic estate. Just 4 blocks WALK to quintessential southern, Summerville's unique shops and great restaurants. 15 minutes drive to famous plantations, 30 minutes historic Charleston, 45 to the beaches, 10 for golf. Consider a kayak tour, birding, sailing and much more available in this great location, just 14 miles from Charleston International Airport.
What makes this property unique
Aside from comfortably sleeping 4 guests, this charming cottage has 2 bathrooms, a large, eat-in, and fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, granite counters. there is a stacked washer/dryer, two screened in porches on either side of the living room, garden views, private garden. Free Wifi, TV fire stick, off street parking, grill and many more great amenities are included in the reasonable rate. For many more photos of the entire property please view their LINWOOD website.
Languages:
English
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