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Step into Compass Cottage, a historic 1872 haven in downtown Charleston. Unwind in the private back patio with a fire pit or explore the nearby culinary scene, just steps away from unique eateries like Xiao Bao Biscuit and The Grocery. This charming retreat offers resort-style amenities through access to The Wonderer Charleston, featuring a swimming pool, onsite eateries and trendy cocktails.
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 6 980 sq ft
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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 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
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About the neighborhood
Located in Charleston, this vacation home is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waterfront Park and Riverfront Park, while Patriots Point and USS Yorktown are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, and consider making time for South Carolina Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.

Charleston, SC
What's nearby
- College of Charleston - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
- Medical University of South Carolina - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Port of Charleston - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
- South Carolina Aquarium - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
- Charleston City Market - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
Getting around
Restaurants
- Prohibition - 4 min walk
- Babas on Cannon - 5 min walk
- Starbucks - 4 min walk
- Charleston Beer Works - 4 min walk
- The Darling Oyster Bar - 3 min walk
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Historic Home 2 Blocks To King, Backyard Patio Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
9.8
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
Reviews
May 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ferial G.
Jan 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodation.
Ferial G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth H.
Feb 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic Home
Elizabeth H.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan P.
Nov 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home and location!
Megan P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adam S.
Apr 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Adam S.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne S.
May 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday/Grad Celebration
Suzanne S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristin J.
Oct 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charleston trip
Kristin J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Ray M.
Dec 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walking distance to King St and COC
Ray M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline K.
Jun 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday mother daughter’s getaway
Jacqueline K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather F.
Feb 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
Heather F.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne G.
Apr 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and Wonderful Stay
Suzanne G.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Patricia G.
May 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visit to Charleston
Patricia G.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark H., New York, United States
Jul 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific 3 bedroom
Mark H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ashley B.
Sep 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Ashley B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
rachel w.
Jul 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location, adorable property
rachel w.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine B.
Mar 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and accommodations
Christine B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tracy M., Kernersville, NC
Jul 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charleston Girls Weekend
Tracy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
George D. T.
Nov 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, clean space nesr the action
George D. T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lynn A., Wilton, CT
May 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Lynn A.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Adam H.
Jun 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Adam H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mikaela L.
Oct 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great hosts
Mikaela L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alyssa S.
Mar 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Alyssa S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alice M.
Dec 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a nice time!
Alice M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joe H.
Oct 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Joe H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Scott O.
Apr 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Charleston
Scott O.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024