178 St. Philip Street, Apartment C

3 Bed (Optional 4th) / 4 Bath

Welcome to 178 Saint Philip Street, Unit C – The Alexander Wilson House!  This amazing home offers a blend of modern comfort and historic charm, right in the heart of Charleston’s vibrant Cannonborough district. Just steps away from bustling King Street, this cozy retreat is perfect for families, friends or groups seeking a unique Charleston experience.

Property Essentials:

Bedrooms: 3 With Optional 4th
1. Bedroom offers flexible sleeping arrangements. This large, beautiful Charleston room with fireplace and mantle and intricate woodwork and moldings, can function as a living room or a 4th bedroom. It features a queen Murphy bed in a handsome custom cabinet and one queen sofa sleeper. The ensuite bath, roomy closet with built in storage and large double doors make this room function fully as a bedroom. With the doors closed the adjoining room serves as the living room. The sofa is flanked by side tables reading lamps, four upholstered chairs, carpets, colorful art, four large windows provide warm natural light live green foliage. This room offers great flexibility for large groups: Open the double doors which leads to the living room and kitchen, close the Murphy bed (takes about one minute), and you have a double living room, bar and kitchen entertainment area, and two flat-screen TVs.

2. Queen size bed, private ensuite bathroom, end tables, reading lamps, computer/dressing table, great closet with built-in storage, carpets and sophisticated art.

3. Two single beds or one king bed (additional $75 charge), ensuite bath, quartz vanity with storage, dressing/computer table, side chairs, closet with built-in storage, carpets, heart pine flooring, reading lamps. The dormer rooms use a charming spiral staircase which may not be suitable for all guests. The views over the rooftops and steeples are worth the steps.

4. One king bed (additional $75 charge) or two single beds, ensuite bath, dressing/computer table, side chairs, large closet with built in storage, reading lamps, carpet, wide heart pine flooring. The bult-in ensuite bath adds charm and privacy. The spiral steps may not work for all, but the views over the rooftops are spectacular.

Living Room(s) 2
Beautiful, classic Charleston living room with high ceilings, fireplace and mantle, heart pine floors with large windows and natural light. Our flexible floor plan offers options for use as a bedroom or a double sitting room. This room features a sofa-sleeper, beautiful woodwork and ceiling detail, original doors and moldings, comfortable seating, two flat-screen TVs, coffee table, end tables, Murphy bed cabinet, carpet, quartz top bar with storage, stylish art, great natural lighting, vibrant art, opens to kitchen with bar and two bar stools, expanding console dining table with side chairs.

Kitchen:
Our custom-made kitchen with handmade cabinets and lovely counter, offers a fully stocked space with modern appliances, counter space, pantry cabinet for your snacks and goodies, bar/counter storage, microwave, combination Keurig pod/pot coffee machine, all the small electric gadgets, opens to the living room and dining area. This is really a “great room” with combined seating and open to kitchen. A very popular gathering space.

Dining Area:
Bar counter with gracious overhangs for comfortable seating and bar stools. A drop leaf table with side chairs can be opened to create a traditional dining space.

Baths: 4
Bath 1: Private ensuite marble and tile bath with deluxe shower head, separate handheld shower, glass shower door, marble counter, large mirrors, handsome fixtures and towel racks. Provides private bath for bedroom or powder room for guests when using that room as living room.

Bath 2: Private bath with soaking tub and shower, rain shower head, pedestal sink, high end fixtures, stylish towel racks and deluxe hooks.

Bath 3: Private ensuite bath with marble floor, private water closet, clever custom shower with rain head shower and separate handheld shower. This bathroom is built into the front dormer room, providing privacy and exclusive use of this bathroom.

Bath 4: Private ensuite bath, old heart pine flooring, separate shower, floating marble vanity, ample towel racks and hooks. Clever, attractive design with custom vanity.

Awards:
-Five esteemed Carolopolis Awards from The Preservation Society of Charleston.
-Winner of the SC Governor’s Award for Historic Restoration.

Ideal For:
Family reunions, bridal parties, corporate retreats, couples’ trips, family trips, while providing a central location base to explore Charleston’s unique historical and cultural sites plus world class shopping, and culinary traditions.

General:
Stylish and comfortable 3 (optional 4) bedroom, 4 bath apartment with warm natural light,

Charleston piazza, historic building, nestled in lush garden setting, premier location adjacent to King Street with handsome open spiral stairs connecting to the upstairs dormer bedrooms, mini split climate controls in every major room. One of the premier Charleston single houses in a premier location.

Large Group in Tow?
Ask about combining your reservation to include the 178 A unit downstairs and 178 D unit for a total of 9 bedrooms and 8 baths, comfortably sleeping 26 guests.

Make this delightful apartment your home away from home and
enjoy all that Charleston has to offer.

Description and History:
178 Saint Philip Street, Unit C – The Alexander Wilson

The land (lot 33) on which this remarkable building was constructed was acquired by Dr. Samuel Wilson in 1819. The property was part of the Rowland Rugely (1734-1776) estate. One month after purchasing the property he deeded it to his son Alexander B Wilson. Wilson, listed as a planter, built this house in 1820 and occupied the property until his death on November 20, 1840.

Designed in the distinctive “Charleston Single House” style, this home boasts a variety of unique and charming architectural characteristics that have contributed to its widespread popularity. The structure is one room wide and extends several rooms deep, with the narrow side facing the street. Full length piazzas provide ample outdoor living space and shade to keep the house cool. The home is characterized by tall ceilings and large, symmetrically arranged windows on the facades. It also features steep gabled standing seam roofs and entrance door on the piazza side. This is a particularly lovely Charleston house.

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, standing seam copper roof, copper guttering, original moldings, plasterwork, old glass windows, and solid panel doors exude a special warmth, character, and charm that that is very difficult to achieve in new construction. It's the real deal!

Saint Philip Square:
Saint Philip Square is an award-Winning collection of historic buildings meticulously curated to enhance your stay in Charleston, and this property is one of seventeen unique rentals.

The grounds feature five special outdoor garden areas with amenities such as fountains,
 dining areas, fire pits, and covered barbecues. In the evening, this oasis sparkles with outdoor lighting, making it the perfect place for nightcaps after a day of exploring.

Your unit at Saint Philip Square includes a piazza-style private porch overlooking gorgeous, landscaped gardens. With comfortable seating, it’s ideal for a morning cup of coffee or a restful break between city adventures and socializing with good friends.

Study the area map and you will see our property shares a common border with Charleston’s famous King Street, renowned for shopping, dining, and nightlife. You are as close as it gets to King Street. With a large, landscaped lot you can rest assured your vehicle is nearby.

Neighborhood:
Saint Philip Square is situated adjacent to Charleston’s renowned King Street along the southern boundary of Cannonborough. Our property provides unrivaled access to King Street’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Within a two-block radius, you'll find over thirty restaurants offering international cuisines including French, Spanish, Italian, American, Mexican, Japanese, and Greek. This impressive selection doesn't even count the gourmet sandwich shops, coffee bars, pizza spots, oyster bars, wine bars, bakeries, ice creameries, or vibrant entertainment and music venues.

Charleston, like Rome, is unique in its rich historical and cultural offerings, and both are extremely walkable cities. All within a leisurely stroll, you'll discover the historic Charleston Battery, Broad and East Bay Street, Waterfront Park, the Four Corners of Law, historic churches and private homes, the Gibbes Museum of Art, the Charleston Museum, the Aiken-Rhett House, the Charleston Children's Museum, the Charleston Visitors Bureau, the College of Charleston, and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). All these locations are easily accessible in a thirty-minute walk--no to need move your car from our parking lot.

Don’t feel like walking? Take an Uber or Lyft or try a Pedicab or rickshaw. The Charleston Black Cab Limo is excellent for larger groups, and you travel in luxury. In addition, the city provides free shuttle bus services utilizing its attractive DASH trolleys.

Want to explore further? We are two minutes by automobile to the main cross-town artery which easily connects to major highways making the Airport, Isle of Palms, Sullivans Island, Folly Beach, Mt. Pleasant, and Ashley River Plantations (Drayton Hall, Middelton Place, and Magnolia Gardens) readily assessable.