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The Jacob Rabb House -Steps to the Historic Market

Vacation home with kitchen, steps from Charleston City Market

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In the heart of Charleston's Historic District, The Jacob Rabb House offers a tranquil retreat with a beautifully maintained walled garden and 3 off-street parking spaces. Unwind in the drawing room or piazzas, explore the nearby Old City Market and Battery on East Bay Street or enjoy every aspect of Charleston's historic charm within walking distance.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 82825 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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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.

The Jacob Rabb House -Steps to the Historic Market

Summary:
The Jacob Rabb House (circa 1851) is located in the exclusive Ansonborough neighborhood in the heart of the Historic District. Its location presents a walkable opportunity to experience Charleston, while also providing 3 off-street parking spaces. The elegant three-story home and walled garden is beautifully maintained. It offers an unbeatable combination of quiet luxury, privacy, and safety during your stay in the City of Charleston ... perfect for family vacations.

The Space:
The Jacob Rabb House is an historic masonry antebellum home that was built in 1851 by Jacob Rabb. He purchased the lot from the neighboring Methodist Episcopal Church and constructed the present building, a typical "Charleston single" house with a pilastered brick, gable end, and slate roof. Our home was the only survivor of its kind in the Fire of 1861 in Ansonborough, which is evident by the smaller more modest wooden dwellings constructed after the Civil War, such as the Freedman's Cottages at 14 and 17 Pinckney Street, and the small wooden single houses at 18 and 19 Pinckney Street. Jacob Rabb House has received several awards for historic preservation, including the prestigious Carolopolis Award from the Preservation Society of Charleston. It is protected by a Conservation Easement donated to Historic Charleston Foundation.
The charming Ansonborough neighborhood itself was conceived in 1696 as the first "suburb" of the original walled City of Charles Town. It came to be known as Ansonborough for the colonial naval officer George Anson, the future First Lord of the Admiralty. It was said that he won the rights to the property in a card game with a wealthy local merchant. What great luck! A stroll through the neighborhood will give you examples of amazing historic architecture, grand columns, lovely courtyards and gardens with original wrought iron gates, piazzas nestled among massive live oaks, and one of the few original cobblestone streets remaining in the City.
The property is located on Pinckney Street at Church Street, just one block off the famous Market Street. Our perfect location enables you to enjoy every aspect of Charleston's Historic District. Step right out your front piazza door and this grand City is yours. Walk through the Old City Market on your way to the famous Battery on East Bay Street, or take up a few art galleries and antique shops along King Street before a picnic. Stop by any number of tiny wine and cheese shops and pack a picnic before you head to Waterfront Park, or take a private horse-drawn carriage ride. Museums, the Aquarium, festivals, the Dock Street Theater, the famed Home and Garden Tours, and an evening ghost tour are all within walking distance of our home.
The property has undergone a series of major interior renovations since 2018. The garden and courtyard were renovated in 2019 and 2020. In 2023 an additional bathroom was added creating a 4th bedroom with en suite.
The property: upon entering via a 3-car gated drive into the private walled garden, you begin to experience the relaxation. The garden piazzas are perfect for viewing the horses and carriages just across the street. Let's go inside...
The first level of the home consists of a light-filled drawing room (also called the Morning Room in older Charleston days), a rustic exposed brick dining room that resembles a wine cellar, and a renovated kitchen with a luxury La Cornue gas and electric range, Carrara marble countertops, and custom cabinetry. The powder room is located off the kitchen.
On the second floor you will find the master bedroom (King Bed) and bath, consisting of a large shower, double vanities, and private water closet. There is a second bedroom with ensuite bathroom on this floor. With the second floor piazza entrance located just outside your bedroom door, you will be tempted to stay home and watch life go by.
The third level you contains two well-appointed guest bedrooms, both with Queen-sized beds, and a newly renovated hotel style full bath. We are confident you and your family will find our home to be exactly what you are looking for in a Charleston home.
**please note the top floor bathroom can take 10-15minutes to receive hot water to the shower and sink**

Guest Access:
Door access codes will be provided prior to check-in, along with pertinent property information, Wifi access and recommendations for dining, if needed.

The Neighborhood:
Located in the Historic Ansonborough neighborhood, the house is just 1 block from the Charleston Market, walking distance to all of the shopping, dining and historic tours of Charleston.

Other Things to Note:
The hot water heater is located at the bottom of the house. For guest's knowledge, the top floor bathroom take roughly 10 or so minutes to get hot water.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,825 square feet

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Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

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
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 is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Located in Charleston, this vacation home is in the city center. Port of Charleston and Wild Dunes Resort Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit South Carolina Aquarium and Patriots Point. Check out an event or a game at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, and consider making time for USS Yorktown, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Charleston, SC

What's nearby

  • Charleston City Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Port of Charleston - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • College of Charleston - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • South Carolina Aquarium - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 16 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry's On The Market - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hyman's Seafood - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Clerks Coffee Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hank's Seafood Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Matador - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Jacob Rabb House -Steps to the Historic Market pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Jacob Rabb House -Steps to the Historic Market?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Jacob Rabb House -Steps to the Historic Market?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Jacob Rabb House -Steps to the Historic Market located?

Located in Charleston Historic District, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Shops at Charleston Place and Charleston City Market. Port of Charleston and College of Charleston are also within 10 minutes.

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