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The Cocktail Lounge on King Street

Permit Number: 05769 70The Space: Discover refined elegance and comfort at The Cocktail Parlor, a 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo ideal for up to 4 guests. Located on lively King Street, this private second-floor apartment offers a sophisticated urban...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Rainbow Row Pied-À-Terre Condo in Charl...

Summary:Rainbow Row Pied-À-Terre - 30 Day RentalThe Space:This property is part of Rainbow Row and just a short walk from all of the city's historic attractions, including the Pineapple Fountain, the Battery, City Market, and White Point Garden, to...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Seven Minutes on Foot to Old Exchange an...

Ideally located in the heart of historic downtown Charleston, South Carolina.This listing is for a room within a hotel.✦ Your room is 300 sq. ft, equipped with complimentary toiletries, standard quality TV, available with Standard cable.✦...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
New 4BR Home • Modern Kitchen • West...

Brand-new construction home with 4 bedrooms (sleeps up to 8). There are four bedrooms for plenty of personal space, plus a modern, completely equipped kitchen, roomy living areas, and an in-home washer and dryer. Minutes from stores, eateries, and...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
New Luxury Home with Oceanfront-like Vie...

**During the Summer months, bookings are Saturday to Saturday, but we have a 3 nighttime min in the off-season**Tired of looking through tons of listings? Do you need a specific type of home or dates? We are a local family owned company, Exclusive...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Oceanfront w/ Gorgeous Views! Classic Be...

Cruise down Palm Blvd to find the most ideal beach vacation home, ideal for a family hideaway to Isle of Palms! This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home is the quintessential oceanfront escape, and offers an impressive location close to island eateries and...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12

Charleston Tours & Activities

Half Day Boat Rental

Sunset Marina

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$325.00 - $350.00

description: All the fun, none of the hassle. Check out our fleet and enjoy the lake without the stress and financial strain of boat ownership. Duration 4 Hours About All the fun, none of the hassle. Check out our fleet and enjoy the lake...

Sunset Shark Fishing

Barrier Island Eco Tours

duration: 2.5 Hours pricing: $375 for 2 and $50 for each additional up to 6 description: There's not a more beautiful and refreshing place to be in Charleston than on the water as the sun sets below the horizon, leaving a soft glowing light in the...

Dinner Delivered - South of Southern
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$165.00 - $325.00

description: We recommend booking online far in advance - minimum 72-hour notice needed for all Dinner Delivered options. Rates $299.00 for 10 people About Dinner Delivered - South of Southern Sometimes a true Isle of Palms vacation means...

Harbor Afternoon Rate

Wild Dunes Resort

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$99.00

meeting_point: Harbor Golf Course description: Tee Times Made 12pm-2:50pm Rates $99 per person Rates are for tee times after 12pm About **This is not a tee time. Must book tee time prior to paying. Please call for assistance** **The Range...

Moonlight Cruise Boat Tour

Sundog Sailing Charleston

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$450.00 - $550.00

meeting_point: Charleston, South Carolina, U.S.A. group_size: Up to 6 Guests description: Hop aboard the "Scout" for a moonlit or starlit cruise to take in Charleston's bests sights at night! A truly unique adventure to explore and sightsee along...

Inshore Fishing Charter - 8 Hour

Tight Line Outfitters

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$1,000.00

duration: 8 hours cancellation_summary: Cancellation Policy: 50% deposit required. Cancel 7+ days for full refund; 6 days or less incur a 50% fee; within 48 hours or no-shows are non-refundable. Date changes within 7 days not guaranteed. Weather...

Sunset Cruise

Santee Boat Rentals

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$80.00

duration: 2 Hours description: Take a sunst cruise around the lake. Depart at 6 pm and cruise the lake until Sunset. Shared group tour minimum 4 people; maximum 6 people. Call for private sunset cruise package. what_is_included: - Included on...

Advanced Diver Certification

Bermuda Triangle Dive Shop

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$99.00

duration: 8 hours meeting_point: 115 Pelham Road, Suite 12, Greenville, SC 29615 min_age: 15 group_size: 4 students per instructor description: The Master Diver certification represents the highest non-leadership level in recreational diving...

Harvest Hangout

Wild Dunes Resort

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$27.75 - $69.38

meeting_point: Indigo Rooftop - Sweetgrass Inn description: Join us for the resort's most popular holiday at the Harvest Hangout! To celebrate Thanksgiving, join us for a buffet, bingo, Thanksgiving feature, and more fun for the whole family...

Sunset Cruise - 42' Freeman

Pole Dancer Charters LLC

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$1,200.00

duration: 3 Hours meeting_point: 1903 Waterway Island, Isle Of Palms SC, 29451 description: Enjoying a summertime Charleston sunset is truly hard to beat. Experiencing it in company with family and friends from a boat's view just makes it better...

Interpreter Guided House Tour (All inclusive)

Drayton Hall Preservation Trust

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$15.00 - $29.00

duration: 1 Hour description: Enjoy this Interpreter-Led Tour of Drayton Hall! About Founded in 1738, Drayton Hall is the nation’s earliest example of fully executed Palladian architecture and the oldest preserved plantation house in America...

Multi-Day Jet Ski Rentals -- Lake Jocassee / Devils Fork State Park

Endless Adventures Jet Ski Rentals Lake Keowee

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$750.00 - $2,065.00

description: Multi-day Jet Ski Rentals About *All Multi Day Rentals are delivered in water to your dock. We inspect for adequate mooring and protection and go over how to tie the skis properly to avoid damage. Therefore, we will deliver the...

Charleston, SC

Charleston is a historic port city on the South Carolina coast, known for its cobblestone streets, antebellum architecture, and vibrant culinary scene.

Founded in 1670, Charleston offers a rich blend of Southern charm and coastal beauty. Visitors can explore the city's well-preserved historic district, take a carriage ride past colorful homes, or tour landmarks like Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. The city also boasts a thriving food scene, waterfront parks, art galleries, and easy access to nearby barrier islands like Sullivan's Island, Folly Beach, and Isle of Palms.

Charleston offers a wide range of lodging, including historic inns, boutique hotels, and vacation rental homes in both the city and on surrounding beaches. Whether you're dining on Lowcountry cuisine, relaxing on the sand, or walking beneath the oaks at a plantation garden, Charleston combines history, hospitality, and coastal charm to create a uniquely Southern vacation experience.

South Carolina's oldest city is arguably also one of its most charming, inviting, and altogether purely fun. A collection of historic structures that pre-date the birth of America, opulent gardens and mansions open to the public, and some of the best shopping, dining, and lodging options in the southeast, it's easy to see why this ancient southern town is one of the most popular tourism destinations in the state.

Charleston SC

In return, Charleston welcomes visitors with arms wide open. The term "southern hospitality" was seemingly designed for this area, as the city has earned the reputation of being one of the most hospitable destinations in the country - a reputation that was cemented by recent accolades in Travel + Leisure magazine, naming it "America's Most Friendly [City],"and Southern Living magazine, which honored Charleston as "the most polite and hospitable city in America."

Charleston SC

Certainly, visitors are welcome to come and experience the city for its friendly nature, slightly-coastal vibe, and blocks upon blocks of world renowned restaurants and boutiques, but the big attraction in this city is the abundant history that can be found, quite literally, around every street corner. Hundreds of buildings in the historic downtown and Lowcountry outskirts have been deemed a national historical landmark, and with quiet streets that are flanked with towering Palmettos - (the city and the state's signature tree) - and centuries-old live oaks, an impromptu stroll can easily turn into a detailed tour of some of the East Coast's most historic, and altogether beautiful, famed national and regional sites.

Charleston SC

In Charleston, a rich history, phenomenal collection of architecture, and a unique southern style all combine to make this major city one of the premier tourist destinations in the south. Easily enjoyed by visitors of all interests and from all regions, Charleston should rank at the top on any travelers list of beautiful places to see in the southern United States.

Charleston SC

The city of Charleston began in 1670, as the English Colony of "Charles Town," named after and founded by King Charles II of Great Britain. The colony was an end result of English expeditions to this region of the New World that began in 1663, and cumulated in 1670 with the establishment of a new settlement.

Charleston SC

As the southernmost colony in the country at the time, this newly established community was subject to a number of potential attacks. Spain, France, and the suddenly displaced Native Americans were all threats to Charles Town, and forts and arsenals, (some of which are still standing), were quickly constructed to protect the small new population.

Charleston SC

However, despite this veritable range of threats from the get go, the new settlement was quickly and perpetually a resounding success. The site of Charleston or "Charles Town," bordering the Ashley and Cooper Rivers and located just several miles away from the barrier islands along the Atlantic Ocean, made it a prime locale for a shipping industry to thrive. In addition, the humid Lowcountry terrain that surrounded the area proved to be very fruitful for agricultural ventures, and within a few decades of its initial establishment, Charleston was churning out tons of Indigo and rice to export to ports all over the world. In fact, by the mid-18th century, it's estimated that nearly half the nation's rice was grown and shipped from the now major city of Charleston.

Charleston SC

During its early establishment and expansion, the city also became well known for its diverse group of residents - a distinction which would lead to some of the oldest churches, chapels and synagogues in the country. In Charleston, French Huguenots, Jews, Catholics, and other denominations could all escape religious persecution and live in peace, and as a result, a number of some of the oldest structures and congregations related to each religion in America can be found within the historic downtown city blocks.

Charleston SC

Of course, despite this relative prosperity and religious freedom, Charleston was not without its flaws. Slavery was at the backbone of this thriving industry, and the city had some of the largest plantations in the states, (with some of the highest numbers of slaves per property.) The majority of current sites and attractions like the Rice Museum or the Magnolia Plantation have special exhibits on this dark but clearly accurate chapter of Charleston's history, and a number of testaments to this forced lifestyle - like some of the oldest slave cabins in the south - can still be found in and around the city.

Charleston SC

Also, while Charleston was a hero during the American Revolution, and a wealthy and beautiful landmark during the antebellum period, it would became a shamed and occupied city during the Civil War, with Union troops marching in and overtaking the Southern stronghold in its entirety in 1865. A great fire and massive hurricanes would follow, destroying a number of the original landmarks, but thankfully not all of them, and today visitors can stroll through the small streets and find literally dozens of buildings that pre-date this tumultuous period.

Charleston SC

Today, Charleston is a friendly and diverse town that is chock-full of restaurants, antiques, historical attractions, golf courses, art galleries, farmer's markets, expansive gardens, and virtually anything a traveler would need to stay entertained.

Charleston SC

The dining scene alone in the city is staggering, with over 700 restaurants in the city and surrounding regions to explore. Ranging from French bistros to easy-going BBQ joints and delis, virtually every palette and appetite can be accommodated in this southern city. Fresh seafood is almost always on the menu, as the water-locked region, that's close to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, is well-known for having some of the freshest SC shrimp, crabs, and fish available.

Charleston SC

Boutiques, galleries, and shopping centers are always in season, as are the wide range of golf courses that inspire visitors to play at their best among some of the most gorgeous landscapes along the coastline. History buffs will want to look into the large number of tours available via a number of mediums, like narrated bus rides or romantic horse and buggy strolls through the historic downtown, and everyone will enjoy the fantastic seasonal celebrations that have become a hallmark of the city, like the yearly Seafood Festival or Charleston's own Oktoberfest.

Charleston SC

For accommodations, the city has a sprawling range of nationally-recognized chain hotels, however, most folks find the best places to stay are the intimate inns, bed and breakfasts, and individually rented condos or homes that can be found scattered throughout the downtown area. Appropriately priced, luxurious, and close to all the action, visiting groups of all sizes - from couples to large families - can easily find plenty of inviting room in this southern city during any time of year.

Charleston SC

Perhaps best of all, there is no "off-season" in Charleston - the city is always wide open and accommodating for guests throughout the year, with a warm climate that will shake off the winter blues or infuse a summer vacation with an added dose of fun and southern style.

Charleston SC

Easily one of the most historically grand cities in the south, Charleston is a stunning destination that is sure to leave visitors smiling. Warm, hospitable, history-rich, and simply beautiful, this southern city is always worthy of exploration, and is always ready to wow newcomers with its deep-seated legacy, incredible modern amenities, and world renowned southern hospitality and downhome charm.

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