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Charming 2BR/2BA Guest House on Historic 2 acres in downtown Summerville!

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming 2BR/2BA Guest House on Historic 2 acres in downtown Summerville!

Enjoy the privacy and solitude of this renovated 1920s Guest House situated on 2 acres of the award winning gardens of historic Linwood, a Victorian era estate built in 1883. The 2 bed/2 bath property offers an example of life on a Victorian, in-town estate right in the heart of the quaint town of Summerville. Amenities include Wi-Fi, Cable TV, washer/dryer, dishwasher, off street parking, and lots of nice special features including 2 private screened in porches and a sun room.

We are located...
- 3 mins to downtown Summerville with great local restaurants, shops and a YMCA for working out
- 10 mins to Nexton Square with more great restaurants and shopping
- 25 mins from the Charleston Airport (CHS)
- 35 mins to Historic downtown (restaurants, shopping, carriage tours, etc.)
- 40 mins to Sullivan’s Island (our favorite local beach)
- 45 mins to Folly Beach (our second favorite local beach)

We're close to all that the Summerville / Charleston area has to offer!

** We offer BIG discounts for extended stays. Please inquire by email **

The 1920s Guest House at Linwood is located on a two-acre historic estate in downtown Summerville with a beautiful garden and walking paths around the property that are open for guests to explore. There is a main house and three detached houses on the property. The 1920s Guest House is the house at the end of the driveway to the left.

Private History and Horticulture Tours of the 1883 Linwood estate are available upon request.

Please reach out if you have any questions or need any help during your stay!

Property manager

Linda Shelbourne

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Summerville, SC

What's nearby

  • White Gables - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Azalea Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Summerville Dorchester Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nexton Square - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Lowcountry Conference Center - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 24 min drive
  • Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Elks Lodge Bpoe 2719 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 2BR/2BA Guest House on Historic 2 acres in downtown Summerville! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming 2BR/2BA Guest House on Historic 2 acres in downtown Summerville!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2BR/2BA Guest House on Historic 2 acres in downtown Summerville!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 2BR/2BA Guest House on Historic 2 acres in downtown Summerville! located?

Located in Summerville Historic District, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of White Gables, Azalea Park, and Summerville Dorchester Museum. Bishop Pengelley Memorial Chapel and Wassamassaw Community Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Charming 2BR/2BA Guest House on Historic 2 acres in downtown Summerville! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

carol g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
History of property was interesting
Great accommodations/ very convenient to Charleston.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a wonderful experience in sweet cottage
I so enjoyed the peace and quiet, lovely SC front porch, and location. Plenty of space and very kind owners. Highly recommend. I booked for two months awaiting construction of new home. Such a lucky decision. Couldn’t have been happier and fell in love with Summerville.
Stayed 61 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Could Use Alot of TLC
My husband and I recently rented the 1920's guest house in Summerville, SC, for a week. This house has great potential and we really wanted to give it high marks, but sadly it fell short. Certainly it's adorably quaint, and sits in a beautiful garden setting. However, that isn't enough to overlook the problems. Our first morning we were awakened by the sound of the gardner, using a gas engine trimmer on the hedge below our bedroom window at 8:00 a.m. Time to get up! The mattresses are worn out, and should be replaced. There was mold in the shower, lots of sand and dirt under the bedroom rug and the entire house is in severe need of a deep clean. I was frustrated that the porch table was so dirty I had to clean it before I sat down our breakfast plates. The kitchen skillets were very worn as was the limited flatware set. We made several trips to the local stores because it didn't even stock the barest of supplies, so before you go, here is the list: Paper Towels; Large Kitchen Bags; Dishwasher Powder and Dishwashing liquid. We have owned a beach house rental for 5 years, and understand that guests expect to get what is advertised for the money they are paying.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summerville getaway
The grounds are beautiful Lovely sitting area outside and nice screened in porch. Nice size bedrooms Kitchen was equipped with what we needed Close to restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
This is a darling 1920s cottage. Everything was wonderful and so cute. We had a fantastic time and would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
This cottage is juat perfect for our family of 4. It was perfectly located and very close to downtown Summerville. Short drive to Charleston, Mt. Pleasant, Isle of Palms, and etc. The cottage had everything we needed and was a nice and peaceful place tonreat after visiting all tourist sites all day. The check-in and check-out process were a breeze and management was very helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginger A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a quick getaway
We loved staying in this cute cottage! Plenty of room & very clean. The gardens were beautiful. Perfect location for us! Thank you for sharing with us & we will be back for a longer stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay
We stayed at the 1920 house, absolutely beautiful. Loved the history of the property. We were free to walk the grounds of the historic house. It was close to down town. I would definitely go back when I'm in town again. LOVED IT!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint 1920’s cottage
This was the cutest cottage!! Close to town, surrounded by beautiful, lush gardens, has a heated pool, wonderful owners!!!
Stayed 59 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Experience
The property is absolutely beautiful. We had an amazing stay and highly recommend. Linda and Peter the owners of the property are lovely and make you feel that their home is yours
Stayed 39 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful!
Our stay with Linda and Peter was everything we could have hoped for! The property is so beautiful and they are the perfect host and hostess! True southern hospitality!!
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Peter and Renate G.

Pretty, but needs lots of repairs
In our opinion: The home was missing a minimum of two smoke detectors. The house needs a thorough cleaning before each renting., ie. pots and pans were greasy, window blinds in bedroom had so much cobwebs, it appeared not to have been cleaned in a long time. Cobwebs also in other parts of the home. The guest bathroom looked un pleasant , ie, caulking done around the bathtub needs to be removed and reapplied by a professional. Some baseboards needs replacing, others cleaned, painted and new caulking applied by a professional. The shower curtain had a lot of mold. We washed it two times in 3 weeks but mold did not come out. It needs replacing. My wife would not use the guest bathroom. We sanitized all usable areas of the kitchen.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon c.

Treasured southern cottage
Our family of five with two small children just vacationed at lovely Linwood Inn and gardens in Summerville, approximately a half hour from Charleston, SC. We stayed in the historic 1920's cottage and had lovely amenities, swimming in the large in-ground pool for residents, which is surrounded by award-winning Victorian gardens, playing in the fenced-in playground across the street, walking 4 blocks to nearby town for meals, or bringing ready-made meals to the cottage kitchen. The distinctly southern gardens of the 2-acre estate include a courtyard and formal gardens near the main house, making the cottage serene and quiet sparing the water fountains and trickling coy pond. Our spacious rooms in the cottage were very clean with attractive decor and extremely comfortable beds, complete with all fresh linens and towels. The guest house itself has two bathrooms, two bedrooms, a screened-in porch and screened-in patio, as well as a living room with a fire place. Ceiling fans throughout helped to add a breezy atmosphere for the kids as they played board games and enjoyed each others' company inside the cottage. Linda's literature collection is perfect reading for relaxing on a getaway. We will all treasure Linda and Peter's most gracious hospitality and our very special time staying at a "home away from home" in the Lowcountry. Incidentally, CBS's Sunday morning show aired on July 12, 2015 a television segment, called "Sweet Tea," filmed right on Linwood Inn's wide wrap-around porch which is, albeit, thirst-inducing! Showcasing the town of Summerville and offering a televised interview on the property's estate from a pair of rocking chairs, it's yet another testament to the Shelbournes' always pleasant and accommodating ways. http://www.cbsnews.com/news/lets-raise-a-glass-to-iced-tea/
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

Beautiful home away from home!
My family and I stayed here last summer we loved it so much we are going back in August of this year as well ! We love the property ! You feel very welcome . It was very clean and comfortable . We highly recommend it to our friends and family .
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for family getaway
We stayed in a different cottage but the accommodations were exceptional. Perfect for my family with two toddlers. Across street from a park, pool and endless gardens to explore. We will be back and highly recommend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Cottage in Gorgeous Setting!
My family of five (two adults and three small children) stayed in this beautiful cottage during my sister's wedding. We had everything we needed in the fully equipped kitchen and plenty of room to relax and enjoy ourselves fully! My children adored being next door to the pool and spent many hours jumping and swimming in the beautiful pool. (Which was gated, so I had ease of mind that they couldn't go without me!) I loved the hardwood floors and gorgeous decorating of the guest house. The Shelbournes were delightful hosts and mad sure we had everything we needed. This guest home provided my family a wonderful oasis to escape and relax in the middle of a busy wedding weekend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

We Will Be Back!
I was surprised that we were able to book this spot only three months out for a vacation in June outside of Charleston. And, I'm even more surprised after being there and staying the week! The grounds were absolutely second-to-none, the pool was wonderful (that we pretty much had to ourselves), the house is perfect! Two wonderful porches, and we enjoyed our home-cooked dinner one night on the back porch with our finds from the local Mt. Pleasant farmer's market. Downtown Summerville is extremely charming and I wish we'd had more time to spend there. I enjoyed lovely walks each morning around the beautiful neighborhoods close by as well. I hesitated to write a good review only because I'd like to keep it a secret, but that wouldn't be fair to the lovely owners who took so much time to tell us the best places to visit and eat and to Linda who also took the time to show our kids around the main house and share some of its history. We will be back and if I can't book the cottage or the hay barn at Peter & Linda's for our next trip, I will be very disappointed. Cheaper than a hotel and it really shouldn't be.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy
We stayed at The Cottage this week. Very cozy, great location, and charming owners...Peter and Linda! When things got hot, a short stroll across the lawn to a cool-down in the pool. Simply lovely!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Time
The house description was accurate but does.not do justice to the gardens and grounds which are spectactular! Quiet location, very convenient to Charleston. Several golf courses near-by. Owners very accommodating. Don't hestiate to book and enjoy