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8B at Saint Philip Square, One Block to King, Spacious Group and Family Favorite

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TV, books
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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Close to Medical University of South Carolina and College of Charleston, 8B at Saint Philip Square, One Block to King, Spacious Group and Family Favorite provides a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

8B at Saint Philip Square, One Block to King, Spacious Group and Family Favorite

Welcome to Saint Philip Square, an award-winning collection of historic homes spanning nearly one city block of downtown Charleston. The Alexander Wilson House at 178 Unit B Saint Philip St. is a 2-bed 2-bath gem blending modern comfort with Charleston’s rich history just one block from King St. Recognized with 5 Carolopolis Awards and the SC Governor’s Award for Historic Restoration, this retreat offers a perfect location for families or groups seeking an authentic Charleston experience.

Bedroom 1: King bed, ensuite bath, end tables, reading lamps, computer/dressing table, and double closet.
Bedroom 2: Two queen beds, ensuite bath with soaking tub or kids’ bath, side table, and dressing table.

Bathroom 1: Marble and tile bath with shower head, separate hand held shower, and glass shower.
Bathroom 2: Tub/shower combination, glass door, rain shower head, and separate handheld shower.

Living Room:
Sofa-sleeper, two upholstered swivel chairs, flat-screen TV, coffee table, marble top end tables.

Kitchen:
Fully stocked with modern appliances, combination Keurig pod/pot coffee machine, all the small electric gadgets, opens to the living room and dining area.

This unit has its own private porch with comfortable outdoor seating!

- Landscaped parking for 1 vehicle.

This is not a typical short-term rental; it is not a renovated dependency or a newly constructed unit in an old neighborhood, nor is it situated on a tiny lot in a questionable or remote area. The old hardwood floors, tall ceilings, original moldings, plasterwork, windows, and doors exude a special warmth, character, and charm that is very difficult to achieve in new construction. The exterior copper roof and guttering provide additional warmth and character. It's the real deal!

Offsite Resort Amenities:
- Access to The Wonderer, an exclusive adult-only resort downtown Charleston 2.6 miles away from Saint Philip Square (guests 25+ only; no one under 21 permitted at the pool).
- Olympic-sized heated pool (cabana rentals available).
- Gym and fitness classes (additional charges apply).
- Onsite bars, restaurant, and workspaces.
- Note: The Wonderer is a separate entity, and availability may vary. Book in advance for guaranteed access.

St. Philip Square offers a city block of historic elegance right in the heart of Charleston’s vibrant Cannonborough district. Just one block to King Street, walkable to Charleston’s world renowned dining, attractions and shopping along King Street.
Earning 5 esteemed awards from The Preservation Society of Charleston for historic reservation, our accommodations blend new with nostalgia - each boasting unique charm and character.

House Rules:
- No parties or events without written approval
- No amplified music.
- No smoking inside.
- Pets allowed with prior written approval ($200 non-refundable fee)
- Quiet hours from 10 PM to 8 AM – Be respectful of neighbors.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 10:00 AM.
- Only registered guests are allowed to stay overnight.
- Any decorations must be secured using painter’s tape only to avoid damage to walls.
- Guests must follow trash disposal instructions provided by the host.
- Please return all items and furniture to their original locations.
- The Wonderer access must be booked in advance – no refunds for availability issues.

Property manager

Jamie Molony

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,249 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

325185

About the neighborhood

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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • College of Charleston - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Medical University of South Carolina - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Port of Charleston - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Charleston City Market - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 15 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Uptown Social - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Prohibition - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Benny Ravello's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bourbon N' Bubbles - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 8B at Saint Philip Square, One Block to King, Spacious Group and Family Favorite pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 8B at Saint Philip Square, One Block to King, Spacious Group and Family Favorite?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 8B at Saint Philip Square, One Block to King, Spacious Group and Family Favorite?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 8B at Saint Philip Square, One Block to King, Spacious Group and Family Favorite located?

Located in Downtown Charleston, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Upper King Design District and College of Charleston. Port of Charleston and Medical University of South Carolina are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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8B at Saint Philip Square, One Block to King, Spacious Group and Family Favorite Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LISA M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay!

One of the best VRBOs I have stayed in. Everything was well thought out. Super comfortable beds, well-stocked kitchen, fantastic outdoor space, great location, walkable to everything. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fits Everyone’s Needs and Wants

Fabulous days in Charleston were enhanced by this quiet getaway home. Kitchen was perfect for cozy morning meals where pots and dishes abound. Easy access with safety features and exemplary service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

Absolutely wonderful stay! Location was perfect, so close to the best shopping and eating! Host thought of everything! Truly probably one of the very nicest VRBOs we’ve ever stayed at! Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful apartment near King St!

We stayed at this property for a brief getaway during the Charleston Wine & Food Festival 2025. The location was fantastic -- close enough to all of the action on King St but still somewhat quiet and removed. The apartment was well appointed and clean with lots of historic charm.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charleston Comfort!

Lovely 2 bedroom 2 bath town home. Super clean and new well equipped kitchen. Comfy beds with nice linens. Walkable neighborhood with many great restaurants. Property manager very responsive to whatever you might need. Charleston is a gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, great location

House was as described - clean, well organized and appointed, comfortable and attractive. A great base for our visit to Charleston for some fishing. I would stay here again. Ample parking, coffee within walking distance, easy access to downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great space in a bustling city

Quiet but convenient. On site parking a huge plus. Accessible to many attractions. Would stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect girls getaway!

We loved the accomdations. Adorable apartment and perfect location! Ideal for a group getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jen r., Indianapolis, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place Great location

This property was perfect! Great location, great layout and love that there were 3 beds and 2 full baths. Cute kitchen and lovely covered porch made it the perfect spot for us. We loved it and would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Kyle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Father

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect!

We had such a wonderful stay for a long girls’ weekend in Charleston! This was the most perfect apartment in the best downtown location right near King St! It was beautiful inside and nicely decorated. The apartment is in a perfect location either a quick walk or a short Uber ride to any destination.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful condo right by King St…can walk to everything and the property management is so friendly

We had such a great trip to Charleston, and this condo was the perfect spot for us. It was ideal for our family of 4…beautifully designed and very practical. It would also be great for 2/3 couples for a fun trip. Short walk to many restaurants/bars/shops in the King St area, easy on-site parking, really cool local architecture, and the property management was incredible. Definitely southern hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Pewaukee, WI usa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girlfriend's trip

Our apartment was beautiful and perfect for the 5 of us. It was definitely high quality furnishings throughout. Our outdoor deck was lovely with nice furniture. The courtyard had several sitting areas and fountains. Walking distance to everywhere and we felt very safe. If we visit Charleston again, this is where we would stay. Thank you for offering such a nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wesley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice apartment for our family weekend trip

We are a family of five and we enjoy more upscale and quality accommodations, and this one delivered. Tucked away off the main drag but still close to the action. We felt safe and it was fairly quiet for a downtown location. The apartment was nicely updated and fully loaded. You will need to drive a few minutes to get to the heart of the action on Market and/or King but that’s what we preferred. To be fair and balanced, the only things I would nitpick on is the glass coffee table that made me a bit nervous because of our kids, and the futon sofa was a bit small for our family for movie night. Not a big deal for most people but the dishwasher was a bit hard to figure out but we eventually did. All in all, great spot to rent and we will definitely consider it again. Book it, you will be glad that you did.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh Ann D.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori F., Middleton, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vaca

Property was as described and in a great location for us to walk to most places we were visiting.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Charleston Getaway

Totally modern apartment in an historic area, close to all Charleston has to offer. Two bedrooms, both en-suite, make it perfect for two couples. Everything in the apartment was thoughtfully selected for guests’ ultimate comfort and convenience.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Charleston Home Base

My sister and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The unit is gorgeous and well-equipped with everything you would need in the kitchen and bathrooms, plus super-soft beds and bedding. The unit has a great layout and we really appreciated each having our own ensuite bathroom. The location is perfect and we were able to walk almost everywhere we wanted to go in the area, plus we enjoyed the outdoor space and the easy parking. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

This apartment was absolutely perfect for our girls’ weekend in Charleston! Very clean and had everything we needed. Walking distance to most places we wanted to visit. The host Jamie was also very helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Emily C., Westchester County, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous home, great location

House was so clean, had all the amenities, and the property manager was so nice and accommodating. Only thing I could say was the cleaning crew came at 10:00am on the dot and was basically working around us getting our bags out which wasn’t the best/most comfortable experience. But would definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend

This property is absolutely stunning. They thought out every detail needed to make it comfortable for a group of people to stay. The location is perfect as you can easily walk to restaurants and bars. The property owner was quick to message us back when needed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

It was our groups first time visiting Charleston. This was for a bachelor party. Location was perfect for downtown bar scene as well as convenient for local golf spots. Overall great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Weekend

The property was a great fit for our group attending a destination wedding in Charleston. The location is in a great neighborhood for walking with lots of bars, restaurants and shops to chose from. Jamie was excellent to work with and very accommodating. The property is well appointed (much better than some rentals) and the space is airy, clean, and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022