Charming, Historic 1br\/1ba Garden District Cookhouse Apartment - Vacation rental home in Charleston, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 2
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Apartment

A luxury stay in a piece of history, The Cookhouse is a charming and handsome option located in Charleston’s Garden District near Wragg Mall and its live oaks and fountain, the Charleston Museum, the Visitors’ Center, Marion Square’s Saturday Farmers’ and Crafts Market, two historic mansions open to the public (the Aiken-Rhett and Joseph Manigault Houses), the College of Charleston, the Charleston School of Law, and the nationally-recognized cuisine/entertainment district on Upper King. Within walking distance (or by complimentary trolley) are the King Street shopping area and antiques district, The Market, and numerous other historic districts.

The roomy professionally-decorated ground-floor Cookhouse unit accommodates up to four people. The unit has a queen reproduction historic rice bed, two sizable non-working fireplaces (the original kitchen and laundry rooms to the main home), accent antiques, a cavernous bathroom with granite-tiled shower, and a entirely-equipped kitchen/sitting room with eating area and full-sized couch bed. The Cookhouse features a professionally-designed patio and garden and has off-street parking for 1-2 cars.

Charleston is full of history, appeal and excellent hospitality. The Cookhouse accepts you painless access to beaches (15 mins.), historic river plantations (20 mins.), the South Carolina Aquarium, charming, diverse cuisine, and accepts you to just relax, read, nibble, and imbibe your favorite beverages in the shared garden.

Illustrated in Bernard Herman’s Townhouse: Architecture and Material Life in the Early American City 1780-1830 (2005), the Cookhouse was newly elegantly restored following the award-winning restoration of the main John Robinson House, a historically significant Federal double home (1814) constructed by the wealthy merchant who later constructed the adjacent urban plantation now known as the Aiken-Rhett House. There is an interesting article with numerous photos on the Cookhouse restoration in Period Homes magazine (Vol. 14, No. 6, Nov. 2013), a copy of which is available in the Cookhouse.

Please note that The Cookhouse is a duplex structure located behind the main home. This listing is for the ground-floor 1br/1ba unit and there is also a second floor 1br/1ba unit above. The units are completely separate with their own private entrances and share no interior spaces. Also note that while The Cookhouse can accommodate a max of 4 people, the second bed is a full-sized couch bed in the living area.

While this is a newer listing due to a new management team taking over as hosts, this property has been a short term rental for many years with nearly 200 positive 5-star reviews from the homeowner's previous listing.

This is a completely-licensed short term rental, City of Charleston Permit # OP2018-00221.

About the Area

Downtown Charleston, a neighborhood in Charleston, is home to this apartment. Charleston City Market is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at TD Arena or Charleston Gaillard Center.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

How to get the best Charleston vacation property experience:

Find your perfect rental:

• June, July, and August are the most expensive months in the Charleston area area. Reserve your rental property in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of gorgeous weather while saving money and avoiding crowds. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront vacation rental that would otherwise be unavailable during June, July, and August.
• Reserve your rental as early as possible. Rental schedules often become available a year in advance (or in September just after Summer ends). Many families book their Summer rental homes during holiday get-togethers. Book before these holidays for best selection.
• Some hosts and property managers offer discounts or promotional rates for active duty military and veterans. Check with your property manager to see if special discounts are available for your group.
• Property management companies often offer their guests an option to buy vacation insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally will cost 1% - 5% of the base stay price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any missed days as a result of personal medical-related emergencies or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel overnight or additional gasoline expenses. Trip insurance might be a a life-saver if the unforeseen occurs. Ask your host for additional information.
• Many property management companies and vacation rental houses supply Charleston area area visitor guide magazines which include special offers, either offered directly by local businesses, or through a relationship with the rental management company and the business itself. You can also find visitors guide and coupon books at local shops and grocery stores.

Narrow your Search:

• Begin by selecting vacation dates and a budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the configuration your family needs. Charming, Historic 1br\/1ba Garden District Cookhouse Apartment has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Specific information regarding bedrooms and bed types is almost always available on booking pages. Otherwise, email the property management company before booking the vacation property. Note that most listings specify the max. guest capacity, which oftentimes includes pull-out couches. You will need to work out what configuration is suitable for your trip.
• If there's a specific Charleston area destination you simply love, browse rentals that are either nearby, or those that cater especially to your desires.
• Suitable accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with a disability. .
• Are you bringing the family pet? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Type of pet, size and breeds may be limited. Make sure to ask before booking, and study your agreement! Additional fees or charges could be applied to your agreement.

Considerations for your stay:

• Take a copy of the property manager's phone number and arrival/departure procedures for your rental.
• Document any damages to the property at check in, and immediately contact the property manager. We especially recommend texts and e-mails, as they usually contain built-in time stamps that can be very helpful if there is a dispute.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief phone call prevents many concerns.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like troublesome vacationers disrupting your peaceful home life. Practice the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great restaurants and attractions you would have not otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can typically help you find the best spots in town. Who better to ask where to charter a fishing boat, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Lock your vacation home while you are out. Keep your property safe!
• Re-check the vacation property to confirm that you've packed all of your family's items at check-out. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Record a video to document the condition of the property.
• After your trip, leave a review! Property managers rely on excellent reviews to stimulate new reservations. They'll be grateful for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't right, other vacationers will will be grateful for your feedback and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.