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Charming Freestanding Cottage in Historic District

Holiday home with kitchen, 6-minute walk to Savannah College of Art and Design

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Living area
Pool
Living area
Room
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Savannah College of Art and Design
  • Place, Forsyth Park
  • Place, River Street
  • Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)

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

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming Freestanding Cottage in Historic District

Southern Belle Vacation Rentals in Savannah, GA, and Tybee Island, GA provides first-class amenities including access to our exclusive resort-style heated pool located at 19 Silver Avenue, Tybee Island GA. All of our homes are professionally cleaned after each stay and disinfected using a quaternary disinfectant throughout the entire property prior to each new arrival.

Welcome to CraftSmith Cottage on Charlton, a charming freestanding cottage in Savannah's historic district. Exceptionally quiet, this freestanding private cottage offers many cozy indoor and outdoor nooks to relax while “living like a local.” Enjoy a glass of lemonade on the front porch overlooking a sweet garden of camellia and azalea. Or, dine al fresco in the airy screened porch, which opens to a paved backyard patio and garden.

Comfortable, serene space

Recently updated and furnished, the cottage offers serenity in the living room with its stylish, comfortable chairs and couch, Smart TV, local art, and heritage tables made of reclaimed wood. Twin beds in the guest room and a queen bed in the primary suite offer brand-new pillowtop comfort. Beautiful wood floors gleam throughout the home, and sunlight streams through three sides of historic windows in the living room. Vaulted ceilings help the 820-square-foot gem “live large.” A modern galley kitchen includes granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. A front-loading washer and dryer are in the spacious dressing area between the primary bedroom and light-filled master bath. The hall bathroom lies across from the guest bedroom and features a pedestal sink and full bath/shower.

Close to everything

Unprecedented in downtown Savannah, the CraftSmith Cottage boasts private parking spots in front of and behind the cottage, even though you'll probably find yourself walking everywhere. You're just a few blocks away from author Flannery O'Connor's childhood home, Colonial Cemetery, and the historic St. John the Baptist Cathedral. A leisurely stroll through the leafy squares of Savannah will bring you to a bountiful array of coffee shops, restaurants, and boutiques. Return home to the CraftSmith Cottage for elegant comfort and artful style.

Walking time to local landmarks (per Mapquest):

13 minutes to Forsyth Park
21 minutes to City Market
11 minutes to nearby Kroger
10 minutes to Mrs. Wilkes Dining room
19 minutes to River Street

Guest access

Walk Everywhere, Do Everything
Full Kitchen
Seating for everyone
Located in the Savannah Historic District
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds
2 smart TVs
Sleeps 4
Private off-street parking
Wifi
Property is professionally managed

Other things to note
Heated Pool Access in season. Our guests have access to a beautiful, heated pool that is located on Tybee Island. For Savannah properties it is a scenic 25-minute drive through Wilmington and Whitmarsh Island, taking you over the Savannah River Delta onto Tybee Island. Please check the SouthernBelle website for pool availability.

Guests with Pets
Sorry, although we are pet-lovers, this home does not allow pets.

Long-Term Stays For our long-term stays,
30 days or more, we require a deposit and our office will reach out to you for details. For 60 days or more long-term stays, we require an additional clean.

SVR-00754

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Savannah

Located in Savannah, this holiday home is in the city centre. River Street and The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Abercorn Street and Leopold's Ice Cream. Georgia State Railroad Museum and Charleston savannah shoe co are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Savannah, GA

What's nearby

  • Savannah College of Art and Design - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Forsyth Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • River Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • SCAD Museum of Art - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Savannah Convention Center - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 11 min drive
  • Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Parker's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Screamin Mimi's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hitch - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonough's Restaurant & Lounge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Peregrin Pool & Bar - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Freestanding Cottage in Historic District have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Freestanding Cottage in Historic District?

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Freestanding Cottage in Historic District on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$730.22, 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.

Is Charming Freestanding Cottage in Historic District pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Freestanding Cottage in Historic District?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Freestanding Cottage in Historic District?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Freestanding Cottage in Historic District?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Freestanding Cottage in Historic District located?

Located in Historic Downtown Savannah, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lafayette Square and Savannah College of Art and Design. River Street and Forsyth Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Don D.

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

Nice clean stay

Very nice little home close to downtown and all kinds of great activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jozette C.

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

Great location and just enough space

Very cute and clean cottage close to riverfront. Perfect stay for our friends weekend. Loved the outdoor space in back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

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

Girl's Getaway

Very pleasant. Great walking distance to the center of the historic district.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee K.

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

The Beautiful Porch

The house was very lovely and convenient for walks in the surrounding neighborhoods. Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia L.

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

Excellent experience

The house was very clean and had a great location. Getting in touch with the property manager was very easy. I especially appreciated her checking in with us to make sure everything was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Friend reunion

House was super clean with old charm and modern amenities. Having 3 parking spaces was a great perk too since parking in Savannah can be a challenging. All major streets with food and entertainment is easily walkable and then you can retreat to a nice quiet neighborhood. I would highly recommend this property for your next stay in Savannah
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Quaint Cottage

This cute cottage is clean and the perfect location. The off-street parking is a bonus because we put A LOT of miles on foot! Communication was excellent before and during our stay. Our only complaint is that this rental unit is not stocked very well compared to others. They definitely only have the bare minimum on hand, so be prepared to bring or buy everything you need to cook (except pots/pans), store leftovers, laundry detergent, and beach towels. Plus bathroom linens are the bare minimum per person.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzy W.

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

Lovely Getaway Cottage

We loved this cottage and the location was close enough to be a short drive to downtown parking or a long walk (we drove). The home was lovely, well furnish and had plenty of supplies to get started (except coffee). The parking was so great to have in Savannah! The home may not be very child friendly though, I was fearful my 3 year old would accidentally break one of the beautiful pieces of furniture or other items. The only other gripes are: nowhere to hang wash clothes in master shower, no working door to laundry room (attached to master bedroom) and you have to go to the rental agency to check in and out (on too far but a little inconvenient). Overall great place to stay though!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

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

Quaint

The house is cute and quaint, in a great neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Great Location

If you like to walk, then the comfortable Craftsmith Cottage will be ideal for you. My partner & I walked all over the historic part of Savannah. It was nice to park the car & not have to move it, unless we needed some groceries. The cottage was super clean. The beds
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Great option for exploring historic Savannah

I never visited Savannah before and chose this spot as an alternative to a hotel by the river. It worked out great. Easy walk to Forsyth Park (visit the farmers market on Saturday. Easy walk to several main attractions. And very easy to catch either the free DOT or the paid hop on and off trolley. Close to Urban Deli for coffee, lunch, or ramen and Screaming Mimis for pizza. The house was very comfortable. Just as described. Screened porch was wonderful to enjoy morning coffee or reading in the evening. I always appreciate a professional management service for rentals. Having dedicated parking (3 spaces!) also meant I didn't have to worry about coming and going.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey K.

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

Wonderful!

The house was perfect, super clean and a great location! The host was very responsive and check in was so easy! I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Debora C.

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

Comfortable stay in Savannah

The rental worked out great. We had plenty of room. It was very quiet. We enjoyed having a table to eat on which it first rental did not. Very nice stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick Z.

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

Nice

Nice place to stay, but I would suggest adding safety bars in bathrooms to help us ‘mature/arthritic’ folks to make it perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex H.

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

Bachelorette Trip

This property was everything we were hoping for!! It was clean, and the perfect size to accommodate for my wedding party! Our favorite part was the back porch!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clay M.

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

Perfect for the two of us!

This warm and inviting cottage was perfect for the two of us, creating great memories. Cozy and close to all of downtown (easy walking distance). Plan to visit again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

janet t.

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

Great location

Walking distance to many historical areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice S., Florida

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

Exactly what we needed

Check-in and check-out perfect! Prior to carrival we received multiple emails explaining everything that we needed we had no questions. Communication was awesome! House is VERY clean. Met our expectations. We would stay again if we were back in Savanah.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celia A.

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

Great location but a few small problems

Stayed with my husband and two brothers. Loved the proximity to the historic district. Very comfortable beds. But the wall cut out in the master bedroom made it hard to sleep when others were staying up late. Noise and light from the kitchen were frustrating. Great parking. Kitchen needs a better toaster and better pots. Adding a small table in the master bathroom would be nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lee Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Road trip

Once we figured out where to park , the place was pretty much as described. Had an issue with hot water which was taken care of. Beds were comfortable. Location convenient. outlets didnt work in bathrooms. Sort of a mixed bag. But being a girls trip, we made do.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Vicki S.

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

Girls Weekend

We had to manually lift the sink stopper to drsin in the main bedroom bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Great unique . We totally enjoyed our stay. Played cards every nite in back porch

Amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby H.

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

Cute cottage in Savannah

We are very happy with our whole experience here, the house was out of the hustle & bustle of downtown but were able to walk most places even with two small children. House was clean and comfortable for our family of 4.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis A., Kill Devil Hills, NC USA

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

Fantastic home in historic downtown.

We came to Savannah to celebrate my daughter's birthday. We found this home and it was perfect. Great location - in walking distance to everything downtown. Street and area fairly quiet - only noise was the boys/girls club across the street which was only for short periods of time a day. Having the off street parking was a definite plus as parking is very limited in this area. House was extremely clean and was very well equipped. Everything worked and we noticed no issues with the house. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

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

Wonderful cottage

Great location and charming house for our 3 night stay in Savannah for our family of four!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Southern Belle Vacation Rentals

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Southern Belle Vacation Rentals is a full service property management company dedicated to providing clients with great places to stay and friendly service. We're here to help and give advice on just about anything. Southern Belle Vacation Rentals is owned and operated by Summer and Walt Freeman who have combined their skills and grown Southern Belle into a thriving rental business. Our philosophy is to provide great service, desirable homes, and an overall “can do” attitude to guests and homeowners. To continue having a strong reputation for listening to our customers and exceeding their expectations, again and again. To ease stress by making trips as perfect as possible. Just bring a suitcase, a smile, and let us do the rest!

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