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1111 Middle Street by AvantStay | Charming Historic Cottage + Beach Access

1111 Middle Street by AvantStay | Charming Historic Cottage + Beach Access

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Welcome to your preserved historic home!
Walk through history, 200 year old floor.
Screen porch. Catch the SW breeze.
Keeping to tradition. Charming and welcoming.
Open deck with beach path.

Overview of 1111 Middle Street by AvantStay | Charming Historic Cottage + Beach Access

Reviews
8.8 out of 10 Excellent
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10191 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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Sullivans Island, SC
  • Popular LocationSullivan's Island Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationFort Sumter1 min drive
  • Popular LocationPatriots Point14 min drive
  • AirportCharleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)26 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

1111 Middle Street by AvantStay | Charming Historic Cottage + Beach Access

Charleston was founded in 1670, which makes it one of the most historic cities in our nation. 1111 Middle Street on Sullivan’s Island has been a part of Charleston’s history for just over 150 years! Built around 1860 (owned by the same family for 125 years) and featured in the National Historic Register, 1111 Middle Street is one of the most special and unique homes your family will ever spend a vacation!

Located near Fort Moultrie, this property was central to the defense of Charleston during the War of 1812, the first shots of the War Between the States, and the sinking of U-Boats during World War Two. During the Cold War, the conning towers of nuclear submarines would silently pass this amazing home after being armed at the Naval Base. Even today, from the large screen porch your family will be able to see the coming and going of hulking container ships, cruise ships, and the Charleston Shrimp Fleet as they navigate the channel between Sullivan’s Island and Fort Sumter. From sunsets over Charleston’s Church Steeples, to the imperious Cooper River Bridge, 1111 Middle Street offers one of the most special views of Historic Charleston and the Atlantic Ocean since the early 1800’s.

1111 Middle Street has many features of the property that preserve its special history. The property owner’s steps at preservation have made the home highly desirable. Even Hollywood has recognized the uniqueness of this home and featured it in the movie “Dear John”! History lives both inside and outside of 1111 Middle Street. The interior features historic wood floors and walls with four bedrooms and two full baths. Smoking and candles are prohibited to preserve this beautiful home.
Two bedrooms are located upstairs and feature harbor views. The downstairs master bedroom opens onto the oceanfront porch. The living room and dining area also open to the screened porch. The preservation of this home prevents it from featuring a central heating and cooling system. It is closed during the winter season and air conditioning is provided with window cooling units. Also, in keeping with the historic nature of the home, only a single television is featured. The large screen porch is where your family will spend most of their time when not on the beach. It is wide with incredible views and is ideally positioned to capture the southwest winds during the summer months making it comfortable despite the heat.

A short private path takes you down to a quiet beach that changes in size based on the Charleston tides. Beachside Vacations is so proud to offer you the opportunity to relive history in this truly amazing home that has been watching over Charleston for 150 years. From battles that shaped our country’s history, to hurricanes and earthquakes, 1111 Middle Street has been present on Sullivan’s Island throughout and is the perfect home for your family’s next vacation. Book early for the best chance to reserve this amazing home! "Licensed vacation rental by Town of Sullivan's Island."

Additional Amenities Include:
High-speed internet with Wi-Fi.
Air conditioning is provided by window units. There is not a heater for the home.
Washer and dryer.
Parking for four cars.
Linens and bath towels are provided, as well as starter supplies including soap, shampoo, and paper products.

Home Truths:
- Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Beach chairs/toys are not included at this property, please reach out to AvantStay to rent beach chairs/umbrellas.
- You must be 25 years or older to book this home.


Parking Details:
Driveway accommodates 4 cars.

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Room configurations are as follows:
Bedroom 1: Queen bed
Bedroom 2: 2x Twin beds, Bunk bed
Bedroom 3: 2x Twin beds
Bedroom 4: 2x Twin beds

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Accidental Damage Protection: A non-refundable accidental damage protection plan has been included in the price of your reservation. Under this plan, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $2000. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets. This plan is not available for reservations 28 days or longer or reservations that require a security deposit.

This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

Property manager

Beachside Vacations LLC
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Sea view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Sullivan's Island

Located in Sullivan's Island, this holiday home is on the beach. Port of Charleston Cruise Terminal 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 natural beauty can explore Isle of Palms Beach and Front Beach. Patriots Point and USS Yorktown are not to be missed.
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Sullivans Island, SC

What's nearby

  • Sullivan's Island Beach - 1 min walk
  • Fort Moultrie - 2 min walk
  • Fort Sumter - 1 min drive
  • Patriots Point - 14 min drive
  • USS Yorktown - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Charleston Station - 24 min drive
  • Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Page S Okra Grill - 9 min drive
  • The Obstinate Daughter - 2 min drive
  • Mainland Container Co. Kitchen & Bar - 6 min drive
  • Bon Banh Mi Southeast Asian Kitchen - 6 min drive
  • Poe's Tavern - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1111 Middle Street by AvantStay | Charming Historic Cottage + Beach Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1111 Middle Street by AvantStay | Charming Historic Cottage + Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1111 Middle Street by AvantStay | Charming Historic Cottage + Beach Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1111 Middle Street by AvantStay | Charming Historic Cottage + Beach Access located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sullivan's Island holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Sullivan's Island Beach, Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park and Fort Moultrie. Tolers Cove Marina and Charleston Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elena A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach house
Older beach house right on beach! Fully equipped kitchen. Extra blankets and heaters for chilly nights. Lots and lots of room including porch facing beach. Sunrises to the east! Sunsets to the west! Spectacular view of Cooper River Bridge, which happened to be designed by Michael Abrahams!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Maggie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Step back in time
Loved the age and simplicity of the home. Fantastic location. As an interior designer I was chomping at the bit to decorate this house and guesthouse and bring it to the next level. Desperately needs a new sofa, the springs in the existing ones are shot. The porch and hammock were a dream!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Life on sullivans island as it used to be in the great kl’days! Authentic in a sea of wannabes
Read slept ear listened to the waves
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kutcher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic, Quiet & Beautiful On The Beach
Everything was top notch and came as listed in the property description. No frills & rustic so to speak. The property is steps from the sand and the views from the beach of the bridge and downtown Charleston are beautiful. The only comment I have is that the breaker kept flipping when the space heaters were plugged in. I would suggest the property owner has a ‘map’ of what can be plugged in where to eliminate this problem.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous views of ships.
We loved this property for its historical quirkiness. It was comfortable and well provisioned. The view of the passing ships was spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

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