Centrally Located, Historic 2bd/2ba Downtown Condo
Welcome to the Bee’s Knees, a 30+day rental in the heart of downtown Charleston! The 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1200 sq ft home, originally built in the 1880s, was recently restored back to its former glory but updated to modern standards. The Bee's Knees is a sanctuary in the heart of it all - directly across the street from MUSC and St. Luke’s Chapel, 5 blocks from Upper King St., a 20-30 minute walk to main sightseeing attractions and an easy drive to Mount Pleasant, West Ashley and IOP.
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
Outdoors
- Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
- Patio
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
Outdoors
- Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
- Patio
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Family
- Children's books and toys
- High chair
Kitchen and dining
- Coffee maker
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Free street parking
Services
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
- Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
Location features
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Accessibility
Neighborhood
We are located in the Cannonborough area of downtown Charleston, across from MUSC, and within walking distance to some of the best restaurants and attractions in the city! Beaches are an easy 20-30 minute drive from our property.
Guest Access
Two parking spots are provided with your reservation. The parking lot is located in the rear of the building and both spots are marked with our apartment number. For any additional cars or visitors, there is ample street parking, especially on weekends and in the evening hours. Guests can self check-in using the smart lock on the front door. The code will be provided 48 hours prior with additional check-in instructions. Centrally located downtown in the Cannonborough neighborhood of the city, guests can walk, bike, Uber or rent a Turo to get anywhere they need on or around the peninsula.
Good to know
The home boasts 12 foot ceilings, original pine hardwood floors, as well as original windows, transoms and fireplaces. While the subtle imperfections of the home tell a story of centuries past, the home also includes the modern luxuries and comforts our guests have come to expect such as hotel-grade mattresses and linens, high-speed WiFi, all new appliances and high-end bathroom finishes. The bottom floor apartment is accessed through the front of the building with two reserved parking spaces located in the rear of the building. The primary bedroom includes a brand new, luxurious king bed, full-length mirror, smart TV, nightlight and smart device charger, spacious closet with extra pillows, cleaning supplies and space for all of your personal belongings as well as a desk for those needing a private workspace. Located off the hallway is a full-size washer/dryer closet with provided laundry supplies. Continue down the hall to your primary bathroom, complete with a rain and handheld shower. The main living space includes a dinette with seating for two, a Pottery Barn couch with queen sized pull-out sofa and memory foam mattress. The 55” smart TV includes a variety of free channels through Roku, or you can activate “guest mode” to access your own streaming channels and catch up on your shows. Whether you’re looking to entertain or cook a gourmet meal, the kitchen is fully stocked with everything you’d need, including plastic dinnerware for our youngest of guests. The coffee bar includes a variety of k-cups, tea bags, ground coffee from a local Charleston roaster, sugar and creamer. Take a seat at one of our locally-made, custom breakfast bars, with seating for 4. Last but not least, step foot into our second bedroom with two queen beds, hotel-grade mattresses and linens, an antique 19th century dresser, smart TV and ensuite bathroom. Ideal for families with kids, the shower/tub combo has a hinge glass door for bathing the kiddos as well as a step stool for the little ones who can’t quite reach the sink. Guests can also enjoy some time al fresco on the shared front porch. Please note, quiet hours are in effect after 10 p.m. Beach essentials such as Turkish beach towels and a cooler/beach bag combo is provided for guests to use for trips to the beach, picnics in one of the city's parks or day trips.
Other Details to Note
Owner pays all utilities (water, electrical, gas, internet). One (1) pet is allowed with advance approval. Guest will be charged a $150 pet fee. Our city is growing quickly. With that growth comes construction. Unfortunately, there’s nothing we can do about the resulting noise or the current, cosmetic state of some neighboring buildings. During your stay, this shouldn’t be too bothersome, since the city’s noise ordinance dictates quiet hours between 10pm and 8am. We do not provide refunds for construction noise or activity occurring outside of the limits of our property.
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