The Palmer Home
Fabulous rooms with a view overlooking Charleston Harbor and Historic Fort Sumter. Locally known as the "Pink Palace" it is one of the 50 most famous homes in Charleston. The forerunner of the submarine, "The David", was invented in this house. The Palmer Home is in the center of the historic district. Off-street parking is available. Tours available, please call (for tours only): 1-853-577-5931.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Center Historic district
- City
- Downtown
- Directions to property:
FROM SAVANNAH take 17 North to Ashley River Bridge. Bear right off of Ashley River Bridge onto Lockwood Blvd. Lockwood turns into Broad Street. Go to the end of Broad Street where you will see East Bay and turn right. Go 1/2 mile and on the right is 5 East Battery (The Palmer Home B&B). FROM MYRTLE BEACH take 17 South and cross Cooper River Bridge. Take Meeting Street exit, East. Go to the end of Meeting Street. You will have to turn here on South Battery - take a left. At the end of South Battery you will come to East Battery. Turn left on East Battery. The Palmer Home B&B is the second mansion on the left. - Nearest major airport: Charleston, SC (CHS) 20 miles
- Directions from airport:
I-26 East. Exit meeting Street. East on meeting Street to end of Meeting Street. You will have to turn here on South Battery - take a left. At the end of South Battery you will come to East Battery. Turn left on East Battery. The Palmer Home B&B is the second mansion on the left.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms/Suites
- There are 2 guest accommodations (2 with private baths)
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 165.00 and $ 325.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
- Other Accommodations: Carriage House
Beautiful Carriage House just remodeled for extended stays. Bedrooms have view of pool and harbour. Two bedrooms upstairs: one with two double beds, another with one double bed. One bath upstairs with shower only. Downstairs has a living room, dining room, full kitchen and porch with a King bed. VCR's, cable TV and private garden. Off street parking is available. Located in the center of the historic district, within walking distance to everything. Decorated with antiques. $275 per night plus 12% tax. Our Carriage House was featured on "Great Vacation Carriage Houses" on the Travel Channel for September - October 1999. See a photo of the Carriage House in our photo gallery.
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Ceiling fans | Satellite/Cable TV |
| TV | Telephone |
| VCR | Videos |
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 8am - 10am
- Breakfast is served in the Piazza, Dining Room, In room
- Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon tea, Non-alcoholic beverage
- Special meals available: Low Fat, Vegetarian
Policies
- Minimum stay required (Two nights on weekends)
- Smoking is not allowed
- Guest pets are welcome (In our Carriage House ONLY. $50 pet fee for each pet.)
- Limitations on children staying (Children 10 yrs. or older in the Main House.)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Bring your own)
- Deposit amount required (One night deposit for each room booked plus 12% tax on a credit card.)
- Check in time is 2 PM and Check out time is 11 AM
- Cancellations:
2 weeks notice prior to date of arrival.$25.00 handling fee per room cancelled. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- American Historic Inns
- Better Business Bureau of South Carolina
- Licenced Bed and Breakfast since 1980
- North American Bed and Breakfasts
- Professional Association of Innkeepers International
Discounts available:Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Francess Palmer
- The innkeepers speak: English
- There are 2 cats on the property
- There are 3 dogs on the property
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Beach, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Museum, Ocean, Performing Theater, Picnic area
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Boating, Fishing, Golfing, Shopping, Swimming, Swimming pool, Water sports
Charleston Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Charleston, South Carolina.