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The Sumter Suite- Private, Luxury Apartment Downtown Charleston

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Charleston, SC
  • Place, Medical University of South Carolina
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Charleston Music Hall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Charleston

A stay at this apartment places you in the heart of Charleston, within a 15-minute walk of Medical University of South Carolina and College of Charleston. .This family-friendly apartment is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Port of Charleston and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from South Carolina Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Upper King Design District - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • College of Charleston - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Charleston Music Hall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Citadel - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 11 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bad Bunnies Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Malagon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪babas on cannon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Co-Op - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sugar Bakeshop - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Sumter Suite- Private, Luxury Apartment Downtown Charleston

Summary:

Live like a local in this show-stopping three queen bedroom, two bath apartment located in downtown Charleston. Housed in The Charlestonian on the second floor, this suite offers private entrance, patio and porch, kitchen, living area, laundry, and complimentary parking for one car. Incredible for walking to CofC, MUSC, and world-renowned shopping and dining on King St. and surrounding historic downtown.



The Space:

The floorplan is ideal for socializing with an open concept living room and eat-in kitchen on one end and the three bedrooms on the opposite end. The living room and kitchen look out on Cannon street, one of Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood’s most vibrant streets, home to many popular stores and restaurants all just steps from the suite.

Off of this living room/kitchen area is a classic Charleston porch, offering guests an outdoor area to visit and people watch.

All three bedrooms boast comfortable queen beds with plush bedding. Two of the three bedrooms feature full ensuite bathrooms.



*Please note this rental is located on the second floor and only accessible by (spiral staircase!) Absolutely no parties or late-night noise will be tolerated.



Operating Permit: OP2025-06529



Guest Access:

This suite has access to the large front porch with exclusive, dedicated seating, a private rear porch, and patio with Green Egg charcoal grill, complementary charcoal. Complimentary parking for one vehicle.



The Neighborhood:

The home is set in Cannonborough, an inviting downtown area blending historic and stylish residential homes. It’s steps away from the College of Charleston, as well as Upper King Street’s eateries and shopping.



Getting Around:

There is plenty to see and places to visit within walking distance. Uber and Lyft are readily available.



Other Things to Note:

We are three blocks from King Street, right in the middle of all Charlestonian activity. Incredible restaurants such as Southbound, Verns, 167 Raw, Malagon, Indaco, and Azur. Great places to have drinks are even closer at places like Felix, Stars, Babas, and Prohibition. There are also great niche restaurants closer than King Street, such as coastal Italian at Allora or creative Indian at Rivayat. If you want the full Charleston experience, a walking tour or carriage tour is a must. If you have sea legs and are aiming for total immersion into history, the steamboat runs to Ft. Sumter daily and you can land your two feet exactly where the Civil War started.



Interaction with Guests:

We are available for questions and we're glad to assist in any way we can.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Must be 21 years of age to book a reservation. In order to make a reservation by utilizing instant-booking settings and permission, the guest must...

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number OP2025-06529

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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The Sumter Suite- Private, Luxury Apartment Downtown Charleston Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the quaint neighborhood while within walking distance to the city center. Local cafes etc were perfect. The Co-op, Allora, the Wine Bar, Southbound, Ladels, among others were perfect!We broke a glass on the porch and owners cleaned it up quickly and without judgment. lol. Will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bethany G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was wonderful. Comfortable beds, beautiful morning light filled kitchen, great outdoor space, easy parking, responsive/attentive hosts. My only complaint is the shared bathroom is very tight with the shower door and entry door banging into each other if you are not careful, and the shower head is very high straight overhead.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful apartment in great location

Loved our stay. The house was meticulously maintained and the decor was fantastic. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

Better than expected, pictures do not do it justice. Bedrooms are large, with comfy beds. Cute bathrooms with era type decor. Kitchen well stocked and super cute! The Southern porch is the real winner! Large, comfy and lamp lit for a cozy ambiance. The one note is the narrow spiral staircase to enter the residence. For 3 older women with suitcases, it took a team effort. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MattMonica F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing close to everything

The Charlestonian is in a great location within walking distance of some great dining and shops. The apartment has a nice vibe with interesting and unique design choices. The beds were very comfortable with high end linens. Both the front veranda and back porch are very comfortable with teak furniture and accessories. The kitchen is stocked with all the basic cookware and utensils to prepare meals if you choose to stay in and cook. Also, having a washer and dryer is a huge plus. We had a great week at Charleston. I would recommend this apartment to anyone wanting to experience downtown Charleston.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D., Sedro-Woolley, WA

Liked: Cleanliness

great place

thoroughly enjoyed our time - everything you need - porch was great for relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Fantastic property. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn V.

Liked: Cleanliness

A gem in Charleston

My family enjoy thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We were in Charleston for my son’s wedding. The place itself and the service was outstanding. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wincie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sister and Mom Trip

Wonderful location, great interior! Loved all the little details!! Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quintessential great stay

Such a great experience, cozy beds, gorgeous decor and amenities, including wonderful verandah and smooth arrival process. Love the spiral staircase to get up to the place. All was excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home

We really enjoyed our time at this beautiful home. Everything you need is there. Location is great and very walkable. Communication with management team very easy and responsive. Would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

heather r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

Great spot near king street. Good bagel spot nearby. Owners provided great coffee and tea as well as board games. We enjoyed breakfast on the porch. Met one of the owners who was delightful and let us tour the other upstairs unit. Clearly they have put a lot of sweat equity in this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular!

This place is amazing! Our host was very responsive and made check in easy and efficient. The property itself was super comfortable with every amenity you need! Beds were dreamy and the porch was a real treat. Really impressed with the attention to detail and historic beauty of the home. We will be coming back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sunny D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place in downtown Charleston!

We were in town for a wedding, this was the perfect place to stay for access to great restaurants, coffee shops, and just touring Charleston. Loved the historic features of the beautiful home! The kitchen was small but beautifully designed and had everything we needed. My husband loved the extra large coffee mugs!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter J., Pawleys Island, South Carolina USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Incredibly beautiful interior right in the middle of everything. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible VRBO Experience - A Truly Amazing Stay!

I recently had the most incredible stay at this VRBO property, and I cannot say enough good things about it! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a stunning property that exceeded all our expectations. The location was perfect. The house itself was immaculate, beautifully decorated, and equipped with all the amenities we could possibly need for a comfortable stay. The attention to detail was evident in every corner, and it was clear that the hosts had put a lot of thought into making our experience unforgettable. One of the highlights of our stay was the outdoor space - the outdoor porches were amazing overlooking the Charleston homes. The hosts were exceptional - friendly, responsive, and genuinely committed to ensuring that we had a memorable stay. Their recommendations for local activities and dining were spot on, and added an extra layer of enjoyment to our trip. Overall, our experience at this VRBO property was nothing short of amazing. It was the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and serenity, and I cannot wait to return. If you're looking for a truly unforgettable getaway, look no further.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Away

Had a great time in Charleston while staying here. Close enough to walk to most - place was immaculate and beds were very comfy. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding

We had a wonderful stay. The location was perfect for our surrounding events. My only regrets were not having enough time to eat at the restaurant next door and too little time spent enjoying the balcony. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property - perfect for a long weekend

We flew down to Charleston for a girls weekend. This VRBO caught our attention right from the start because of the gorgeous pictures. The location did not disappoint! It was a lovely property in a great location - close enough to everything we wanted to see, but in a residential area that was quiet and safe. We had a blast. We definitely felt pampered. Would love to come again, and stay here! The attention to detail was wonderful, and we enjoyed ourselves tremendously. Thank you! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding Accomodations

Our Charlestonian stay was top notch. The apartments spacious and no detail is overlooked. The gorgeous wood, high ceilings, comfy beds, the porch and extensively outfitted kitchen made the stay memorable. We'll be back. The hosts went out of their to help accommodate my needs as our travel plans changed. Thank you kindly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Trip

The Charlestonian was a great place to stay with great hosts! We appreciated the proximity to everything and the extra information our hosts provided regarding the area.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice place in a great location

The property was as described and met our expectations. Very nice inside and out and within walking distance to just about everything. Food (literally on site and next door), coffee, stores, and a few small parks. You can't do much better in my opinion.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

JMD

Very pleased
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Very clean place and nice. There was plenty to do in close proximity to this place. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024