Wortham House 3BR/3&1/2b Gothic Carriage House Set in Garden

Charleston, South Carolina
$1112 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

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Wortham House is a circa 1823 gothic revival carriage house (the oldest in this style in Charleston and the USA) located in the center of a city block behind an 1804 private residence in downtown Charleston. Both properties are on thenational Register of Historic Places.

Wortham House has three bedrooms in the second floor each featuring twin beds (one of which can be converted to a king), flat screen TV's and full private bathrooms. The house can accommodate 6 adults. The first floor features a large, tastefully furnished lounge perfect for morning reading with coffee and afternoon cocktails. A powder room is located adjacent to the lounge. A dine in kitchen for six is also adjacent to the lounge when breakfast is served until 9am. In the kitchen there is a refrigerator, an oven and microwave for heating of food brought in to the house. Unfortunately cooking per se is not allowed by the city of Charleston.

Wortham House is surrounded by award winning gardens published in multiple magazines and books. It has been most recently recognized by the Smithsonian Archives of American Gardens and the Garden Conservatory of America's Best twenty-five gardens in the U.S. Space in the garden is available for dining. Off street parking for 2-3 cars is incorporated in the garden.

We do not allow pets, children under the age of 18, or cooking on premise. Although your breakfast is included in your rate. The entire property is non-smoking, including the driveway and garden. Multiple level changes in the old building and the garden make it unsuitable for those who are unsteady on their feet. Also, no rollaway beds provided.

City of Charleston operation permit (required on website) - Residential STR-OP2019-00668

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Free Breakfast Available
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 2700 Sq Ft (251 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Microwave Paper Towels Refrigerator Toaster
  • PARKING

    Car Not Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Limited Housekeeping
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • William J.

    Submitted Dec 26, 2025

    Stayed Dec 19, 2025

    Betsy is an extraordinary host. Her breakfasts were excellent. The property is exquisitely decorated. The garden is a beautiful!

  • Bretaigne B.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2025

    Stayed Oct 23, 2025

    Our stay in Charleston was so special at the Wortham House Carriage House. Betsy Johnson was the perfect hostess! The house was clean and the breakfast she brought us every morning was a delicious start to the day. The Wortham House Carriage House is Charleston! We just loved it and will definitely be back.

  • John W.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    A step back into time with an old Charleston ambiance; a lovely garden that is even more picturesque than the photos; and yet, well-maintained and clean furniture, bathroom, and amenities. This a completely and tastefully renovated carriage house feels like a home rather than a rental property.The beds are all single beds not conducive to combining into a king, but this was NOT an issue for our group of senior citizens.Our group spent the afternoons in the lovely garden having sundowners and soaking up the elegant and relaxing vibe.I can't imagine a better place to stay while visiting Charleston

  • Terri F.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 9, 2025

    Betsy was an absolute gem of a host. She clearly loves this property and takes incredible care of every detail.

  • Jackie P.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    We had an amazing stay! Betsy was incredibly welcoming and made us feel completely at home. Her house is absolutely stunning photos don’t fully capture its beauty. The history behind the property is truly fascinating. I highly recommend staying here; we had such a memorable time. The daily breakfast was a lovely bonus and something we really appreciated

  • Jan T.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2025

    Stayed May 29, 2025

    From the minute we set foot on the beautiful Wortham House property, Betsy, our fun, informative, and charming host made sure that everything was above and beyond our expectation(s). She was waiting for us as we arrived and welcomed us to her beyond spectacular home and gardens. Pictures do not do the house or the gardens justice. Her home is decorated with beautiful antique furnishings. We enjoyed sitting in the living room with spectacular views of the gardens as well as congregating around the kitchen table in the morning over leisurely poured cups of coffee. Betsy’s home is absolutely spotless and it is obvious how she has earned her moniker of premiere host. It was our first visit to Charleston and it won’t be our last.

  • Mette C.

    Submitted May 29, 2025

    Stayed May 22, 2025

    We had a delightful stay at this beautiful property. Betsy was so sweet and made delicious breakfasts each day. She was very accommodating with a food allergy restriction.

  • sarah w.

    Submitted May 4, 2025

    Stayed May 1, 2025

    Betsy went Above and Beyond providing thoughtful touches and amazing hospitality. The gardens and home were absolutely gorgeous. We hope to have an opportunity to visit Charleston again so we can return to this lovely home.

  • Tiffany K.

    Submitted Apr 22, 2025

    Stayed Apr 18, 2025

    The moment we pulled up to the driveway.. we were greeted by our gracious host, Betsy! She was so incredibly sweet and full of information. She showed us around the grounds and gave us a brief history about the property.. how she and her husband transformed it into a storybook abode. The Carriage house and garden were so inviting down to the last detail. We loved it so much.. our only regret was that we didn’t spend more time there. We can’t wait to go back!!!!

  • Donna T.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2025

    Stayed Apr 9, 2025

    Our stay was Charleston hospitality at its finest. This property was even more lovely than described. Each bedroom and bath was appointed in beautiful Charleston style. The beds were comfortable and had the softest sheets ever. The entire home was impeccably clean. Bathrooms were refreshed daily. Our hostess was a charming Charleston lady who brought breakfast each day, shared stories with a sense of humor and grace and made us feel welcome like family. The gardens were thoughtfully laid out and neatly maintained. We all highly recommend Wortham House.lovely than described.

  • Cheryl Q.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2025

    Stayed Apr 4, 2025

    Wortham Carriage House is exactly as you see it online! Beautiful historic Carriage House that does not disappoint. The gardens are absolutely stunning reflecting the award winning recognition they have received over the years. The house is exquisite...only to be matched by the hospitality and kindness of the Owner who went over and above to accommodate all of our wishes to make our stay more comfortable...Betsy Johnson! A true Charleston gem! Her hand delivered breakfast in the morning was a southern treat; matched only by her charm and stories that we will all remember!Our stay was for a family Girl's trip and we could not have chosen a better place to gather for the weekend!Thank you Betsy for all your extra care and kindness!Warmest Cheryl, Gail and Girls [Savannah, Virginia, OBX and Atlanta represented]!

  • Rick D.

    Submitted Apr 7, 2025

    Stayed Apr 1, 2025

    My wife and I were in the area for one week. The first 4 days for the Charleston Festival. The remainder, a beach stay at Folly Beach. We had 5 home/garden tours lined up. The problem was that Gene/Betsy’s carriage house & gardens were far nicer than ANY of those on the tours. A truly spectacular place! The carriage house was such a beautiful spot to stay and come home to each day. Betsy bringing breakfast each morning was absolutely delightful.It wasn’t until the second portion of our trip when we left their property and stayed at another vacation rental in Folly did we uncover Gene & Betsy’s dark plot to be such great hosts and cause us to miss them and their gorgeous house/gardens. Thus making a return to visit them in the future inevitable. Devious, Gene & Betsy! Devious!

  • Sheryl Y.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2025

    Stayed Mar 27, 2025

    From the moment we decided to come to Betsy’s home for our girl’s weekend to our arrival, it was truly a wonderful experience. The gardens, home itself, cleanliness of everything, full breakfasts and willingness to adapt to my one friend’s dietary needs and to share insights about the home and Charleston, was above and beyond. The location is perfect — loved being in a neighborhood, yet close enough to walk to King Street and more. We all would come back in a heart beat, and absolutely stay here again. This historical Carriage home is a gem and Betsy is an absolute doll! So glad we came. Thank YOU Betsy!!!

  • Elyse H.

    Submitted Mar 27, 2025

    Stayed Mar 20, 2025

    We absolutely loved our stay. The home and gardens are exactly as described and shown in photos. The daily breakfast was amazing and made our trip so easy. We were a group of 6 for a girls birthday weekend and it was a perfect home for us. We would stay here again!

  • b c.

    Submitted Mar 20, 2025

    Stayed Mar 13, 2025

    We came to Charleston for a family wedding with our 3 adult children. The wedding was great but the experience at Wortham house made our entire trip one of the most memorable we have had. Every detail from the Southern hospitality to the Lucious gardens and charming antiques made our trip unforgettable. Our hostess Betsy has not missed a detail in supplying the home and made us all feel very comfortable.

  • Lisa R.

    Submitted Jan 26, 2025

    Stayed Jan 24, 2025

    Another absolutely amazing stay at this beautiful home with the most gracious hostess. Our weekend was so memorable. This home is stunning and Ms. Betsy makes your stay so comfortable and welcoming. We cannot wait to return.

  • Heather S.

    Submitted Nov 1, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    From the time we arrived to the time we left we felt like we were living in another time in history. Betsy treated us like royalty taking care of our every need! Her breakfasts were amazing and the attention to detail surpassed our expectations. Betsy takes southern hospitality to an entirely new level. The gardens around the carriage house are the icing on the cake! Absolutely stunning! We have found the hidden Gem of Charleston! Now we know why people return again and again. Thank you so much for helping make some wonderful memories during our stay. We will be back!

  • Lindsey M.

    Submitted May 22, 2024

    Stayed May 17, 2024

    My friends and I wanted to experience the southern charm and history Charleston for a girls weekend. We are so glad we stayed at the Wortham House as a part of that experience! The house was beautiful and spacious, the gardens were breathtaking and Ms. Betsy was the perfect accommodating host. We especially enjoyed the breakfast provided. It was the perfect weekend and we only wished we had been able to stay longer!

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