Walk to Upper King! Renovated Kitchen, Double Piazzas. Original Charleston Home Experience. - Vacation rental home in Charleston, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 4
• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Bathrooms
• Private vacation home
• Approximately 1234 square feet

Located in the Cannonborough-Elliottborough neighborhood of downtown Charleston near Upper King Street eateries, shopping and nightlife, Gertie's Downtown is a two story Charleston Single home that's just a short walk, bicycle or cab ride to all the action in downtown Charleston. Gertie's Downtown serves as a terrific home base from which you can launch your Charleston adventures. The home's layout, with the living room, kitchen and piazza on the first floor and the two bedrooms, two bathrooms and another piazza on the second floor, provide space for you and your guests to either interact together or getaway into separate spaces on your own.

Constructed in 1852, Gertie's Downtown is a enormous ole dame of a home that oozes character & appeal. While the home does have many architectural features you'd expect to find in a home of this age (like old windows, doors & bricks for the non-functioning fireplaces) and is located near the Crosstown highway (which can be noisy during the day & nighttime), it has multiple modern features like its delightfully modernized kitchen and new floor throughout the ground floor. The nightly rental rate reflects the older nature of this home. We do allow modest dogs under 40 lbs at this home. Please note that there is no dedicated off-street parking for this home.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS FOR GERTIE'S DOWNTOWN (sleeps 4):

Master suite (upstairs):
- Queen bed
- Dresser
- Nighttime stand with reading lamp
- En suite bathroom with shower/tub combo

Guest bedroom (upstairs):
- Full bed
- Dresser
- Ceiling fan
- Separate bathroom with a shower/tub combo is up another set of stairs from the hallway outside of the guest bedroom.

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AMENITIES:

- Free high speed WIFI & streaming intelligent TV
- Renovated kitchen with range, dishwasher, refrigerator, garbage disposal, microwave, coffee maker, toaster & more! (Wine refrigerator is not available for guest use.)
- Open layout between the kitchen & living room.
- Double piazzas -- one located on the first floor and the second piazza located on the second floor.
- Full sized washing machine & dryer.
- Don't wait in an office to check-in or get a key! Drive straight to your home and enter the front door with a lock code. Prior to your visit, we will send you our mobile app with directions and full instructions.

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Charleston Business License # BL032896-05-2023 and Operating Permit #OP2024-05286

Please note that Gertie's Downtown is located in a duplex. Sweet Cavernous Suite (which is located on the back half of the home) is also available for rent. If both Gertie's Downtown and Sweet Roomy Suite are available for your selected dates, then you may rent both Gertie's Downtown and Sweet Spacious Suite and sleep up to 8 people in the whole home. Parking in the driveway is reserved for Sweet Spacious Suite -- there is no dedicated, off street parking available for Gertie's Downtown.

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With close proximity to upper King Street and the Crosstown (Septima P. Clark Parkway), the location of this home enables guests to walk to eateries, stores & other cultural delights and provides fast road access to Mt. Pleasant, West Ashley, all local beaches, Charleston County parks, historic plantation homes along the Ashley River and other local attractions. There are a lot of new local eateries -- as well as all the offerings of Upper King Street -- within a couple of mins. walk from Murphy on St. Philip. With D'Allesandros Pizza (a local pizza institution), Brown's Court Bakery (extraordinary breads & pastries) and the Ordinary (high end oyster & seafood restaurant) located just a couple of blocks away, Gertie's Downtown guests have many unique local food options to discover. Walk to Barsa for some tapas or visit the Daily for some coffee or locally made kombucha!

The home is located in a very friendly neighborhood which is undergoing vibrant growth and change, as is much of Charleston. This is the best neighborhood in Charleston if you are looking to be steps away from King Street and experience the area as a local in a transitional neighborhood among young professionals, students and longtime local families. All the neighbors are very nice and welcoming. The diversity and richness of history in the Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood makes this part of town beautiful to locals and visitors alike. Gertie's Downtown is ideal for folks who savor a diverse, vibrant and eclectic neighborhood where you can watch the reinvestment & revitalization in old historic properties going on in real time. Parts of the neighborhood might still look a bit rough but it is safe.

We are close to the crosstown parkway, which may impact light sleepers with the highway traffic noises. There is also construction in the street which is nearly complete but may result in additional noise during the day.

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HOME RULES:

- DOGS CONSIDERED, DOG FEES MAY APPLY, PLEASE INQUIRE. Cats are NOT allowed.
- NO SMOKING
- For TV apps, personal subscription required.
- Tenant must be at least 25 years old. NO PARTIES, EVENTS, PERFORMING ARTISTS OR BANDS ACCEPTED AT ANY TIME. You may not exceed the max. occupancy at any time — day or nighttime. These are causes for eviction with no refund, and may damage our ability to offer the home for future guests exposing you to liability. This is a residential home -- please be respectful of our neighbors.

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Guests staying at all ITrip Charleston managed properties receive the following:

* Amenity pack, starter set of soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, make up wipes, paper towel, toilet paper, dish soap, sponge, dishwasher & laundry detergent tabs.

* All beds ready made with newly laundered sheets & towels.

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Please keep A/C temperature above 70F for optimal comfort. It is recommended to set it at 72F. Remember to keep doors and windows closed to maintain a cool home and keep bugs out. Fridges may take 24 hrs to cool when loaded after cleaning.

About the Area

Downtown Charleston, a neighborhood in Charleston, is home to this vacation home. Charleston City Market and USS Yorktown are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Isle of Palms Beach. South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point are not to be missed. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking and cycling.

Special Instructions

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

Pet Policy

Pets allowed

Charleston area rental property booking tips:

Money saving strategies:

• Summer months are the most expensive season along the coast of SC. Booking in Spring or Fall is one of our best tips for saving money on your rental home. Rates are lower, and you'll find a larger selection of acceptable homes. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Charleston area vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday near the ocean? Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Years Eve are great times to gather with loved ones at the beach.
• Book your rental as soon as possible. Rental schedules generally open a year in advance (or in September just after the Summer season ends). Many groups book their Summer rental homes during Christmas and Thanksgiving get-togethers. Reserve before these holidays for best selection.
• Active Duty and veterans of the US Armed forces may qualify for special discounts. Be sure to ask your prospective property owner if your vacationing group qualifies for a reduced rate.
• Property management companies frequently offer their guests an option to purchase trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which normally costs between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of costs for any days missed as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as ensuing additional evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a life-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask the property owner for more information.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental doesn't have one, you can find them at local shops and fuel stations. In addition to great local information, visitor guides contain discounts for nearby shops and restaurants.

How to choose the best rental in the Charleston area area:

• Choose dates and spending budget.
• Determine how many bedrooms and the bed configuration your group needs. Walk to Upper King! Renovated Kitchen, Double Piazzas. Original Charleston Home Experience. has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our rental home search.
• Specific details about bedrooms and bed counts is commonly available on booking pages. Otherwise, email or call the property management company before you reserve the vacation property. Remember that most property listings specify the max. guest capacity, which typically includes sofa beds and bunks. You will need to work out what bed configuration is best for your group.
• Are you looking for special amenities? Most rental websites include amenity lists and search filters. Filtering by amenity will allow you to quickly find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for the less-mobile. .
• Are you traveling with furry, four-legged family members? Although a number of vacation homes allow pets or animals, guidelines and costs vary per property. Allowable pet type, breed, and size are often limited. Remember to ask the property manager before booking, and study your rental agreement! Pet fees or charges could be applied to your agreement.

Tips to have a fantastic stay:

• Get the owner's phone number and check in/check out procedures for your rental home. Store the manager's contact information in your smartphone and wallet.
• To ensure that no damages are attributed to your visit, inspect the property for any problem areas during arrival. Make contact with the rental manager immediately to record any issues. If there is a dispute, having a record of problems and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a hot tub, elevator or washer/dryer. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents quite a few problems.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like disrespectful vacationers disrupting your peaceful home life. Use the golden rule for best judgement. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would have not otherwise known!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can usually point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to take kids for a treat, have a great night out, or the best spots for bird watching?
• Keep your rental home locked while you are away! Don't let crooks spoil your holiday.
• On check-out day, complete a final walk-through to make sure you did not leave anything behind. Re-check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Clean the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Document the condition of the property at check-out. We recommend taking a video during your final walk-through.
• Did your family have a terrific stay? Many rental management companies make it easy for customers to provide feedback. If your property and/or property management company was terrific, they would love to hear it. If anything was out of order and they failed to address it within reason, or if the vacation rental wasn't as described, you'll want to make a note as part of your review.