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King Street Boutique Resort

Charleston is one of the most fashionable vacation destinations in the South. From history and dining to shopping and sightseeing, there's something to do around every corner of the city. Located in the heart of the city along Upper King Street, the...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Downtown Whole House Rental Steps to Kin...

Summary:Feel the ultimate gathering place in the heart of Charleston with our whole home TAKEOVER. This historic 1885 home offers two unique units. With nearly 3000 sq. ft. of space, you'll have plenty of room to spread out and create lasting...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Southern Shangri-La C | Bohemian Haven i...

Permit Number: 06314The Space: Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by a vibrant wall mural crafted by local artist Carly Thomas. Enter through the side door by the driveway, climb the steps, and you'll find yourself in Apartment C.????️ Southern...

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  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Beachy 3BR - close to DT and Folly

Welcome to this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located in elegant James Island.Step inside to find a comfortable living room complete with a cozy couch, intelligent TV, and a desk ideal for remote work or studying. The kitchen is entirely equipped with...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
PRICE REDUCED 3BR/3BA Home near Hospital...

**Home is for sale. Reduction in price for any inconvenience. Renter will agree to open home for showings by agents with 24 hour notice or specify certain days of the week. Home will also need to be tidy for showing. This will be written in the...

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  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
 New Upscale 4 Bedroom, King Beds , Priv...

Your Charleston adventure begins at this enchanting 4-bedroom home.Stay Cannon is a legally allowed vacation rental as required by Charleston City Ordinance and is located in the trendy Cannonborough/Elliotborough neighborhood.Great for family and...

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  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10

Charleston Tours & Activities

The Greenville BBQ Trail Tour

Greenville History Tours

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$55.00

Enjoy back-to-back tastings of what are considered by many to be among the top BBQ spots in the city! A driving tour with a ton of food and visits to the kitchens/smokers! Duration: 2.25 Hours About Greenville's BBQ scene has been gaining...

Shibumi© Shade Three Day Rental

Edisto Bike and Golf Cart Rental

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$75.00

The newest must have for the beach!! Super light weight and easy to set up! All you need is a calm ocean breeze to create 100sq ft of perfect shade!! Please make arrangements to pick up your Shibumi and return at the end of your rental during...

Scuba Maintenance Specialties

Let's Adventure! Duration Time Varies Based on Specialty About These are all the specific specialties regarding scuba equipment and tank maintenance. The specialties we can teach are: SDI VIP Inspector TDI Oxygen Equipment Service...

Links Afternoon Rate

Wild Dunes Resort

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$179.00

Tee Times Made 12pm-2:50pm Rates $139 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** - *Guest will be required to present pass to access Isle of...

Photography Studio Rental

Mayfair Art Studios

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$30.00 - $240.00

*Take the perfect photos in the Mayfair Photography Studios!* ___________________________________ Rates **Hourly Studio Rental:** $30.00 ___________________________________ Duration Up To 12 Hours ___________________________________ ...

Lake Jocassee Private Sunset Boat Tour

Relax with your friends and family! Rates - Private Charter (includes up to 6 people): $300 ***$50 for each additional person (up to 10 total passengers)*** About Sunset Boat Tour Includes includes Some major waterfalls, limited swim time...

Johns Island Orthodontic Consultation

Sweetgrass Orthodontics

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$50.00

duration: 45 Minutes meeting_point: Sweetgrass Orthodontics - John Island Location description: At this initial appointment we will have a chance to get acquainted, acquire the necessary diagnostic information, and will determine if there is a need...

Private Charleston History Highlights Walking Tour

The absolute best way to get to know the city! Rates - Private Walking Tours Price is for 2 guests • Additional Guests are $40 per person Duration Two Hours About Your private tour guide will walk at a leisurely pace...

USS Yorktown - Patriot's Point Tour

Adventure Sightseeing

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$32.00 - $58.00

duration: meeting_point: Charleston, SC pricing: description: Let us transport you in our climate controlled mini bus from downtown Charleston across the water to the Patriot's Point! Visit the iconic USS Yorktown aircraft carrier at the...

Custom Tour Option

Holy City History Tours

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$350.00

This is a customized tour personally suited for you and your group. All details are worked out via email or phone.

Paint & Sip with For the Love of Art Studio @ Tideland Brewing

For the Love of Art Studio has partnered with Tideland Brewing to bring you *paint & sip* parties! ___ Tideland is not your cookie cutter brewery--they strive to give every customer that lowcountry southern hospitality. You will be both treated...

Guided Inshore Fishing Charters
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$450.00 - $550.00

Ladies and gents, let's go fishin'! Duration 3 or 4 hour charters About ALL charters are private charters Inshore Fishing Oh, what fish you will find! Explore the inshore areas where we will find Redfish, Flounder, and...

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."

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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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