Downtown Gem - Vacation rental home in Beaufort, SC

About this Property

• Sleeps 2
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Apartment

The Historic Clara Elliot House apartment is a short walk to the Beaufort River where downtown shopping and eateries await your exploration. This property features 10-foot ceilings and has been newly modernized with modern finishes and appliances. Appreciate the southern breeze here or at the Hunting Island State Park beach 14 miles away. Blackout blinds in every room.

About the Area

Located in Beaufort, this apartment is in the city center. USCB Center for the Arts and Beaufort Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Bay Street and Port Royal Farmers Market.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Know Before you Go

This property does not have elevators

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

Tips to get the very best Beaufort, SC vacation home experience:

Money saving strategies:

• The earlier you can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The best rental homes are reserved very early. Reserving your vacation property up to twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving are excellent times to search for and reserve your rental property.
• Summertime is the most expensive season in Beaufort. Reserve your Beaufort, SC rental in Fall or Spring months to get the benefit of warm weather while saving money and avoiding crowds.
• Owners sometimes offer discounts or promotional rates for veterans and active duty military. Ask your property manager if special offers are available for your family before you book.
• Property managers typically offer customers an option to obtain trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which commonly costs between 1% - 5% of the base reservation price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for any missed time as a result of personal medical-related catastrophes or weather disasters, as well as hurricane evacuation costs, such as an unexpected hotel stay or extra gasoline expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a bank account-saver if the unforeseen happens. Ask your host for program terms and fees.
• Many management companies supply Beaufort, SC area visitors guide magazines that include coupons, either offered independently by local businesses, or by way of a relationship between the property management company and the business itself. You can also find Beaufort, SC area magazine and coupon books at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers.

Use filters to narrow your rental search:

• Start by having your family decide on date ranges and a maximum budget.
• Note the number bedrooms and what type of bedroom configuration your family requires. Downtown Gem has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. If you need a larger or smaller rental, use our Beaufort, SC rentals search.
• Specific information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is usually available online. If you don't see them listed, contact the host before reserving the vacation home. Remember that most listings specify maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• If your group is traveling with pets, you'll need to book a rental that allows animals. Ask for information on breed, size, and type requirements. Note that some hosts charge additional pet fees.
• Are you visiting for a specific attraction or event? Try a map search to locate nearby properties.
• Proper accessibility amenities can make or break a vacation for persons with disabilities. Confirm all necessary amenities are included before booking

Some things to know before you go:

• Get the property manager's contact number and entry/exit procedures for your rental. Put the host's information in your smartphone and wallet.
• Ask questions. You may want instructions for a fireplace, intercom or WIFI setup. Contact your host. They are there to help! A brief text message prevents a lot of concerns.
• Protect the rental owner (and your things!) by locking and securing the home while you are away, just like you would at home.
• Make a record of any issues with the rental at check in, and immediately send them to the owner. We specifically recommend e-mails and text messages, as they usually contain time stamps that can be very helpful if damages are attributed to your stay.
• Be a good neighbor! You wouldn't like unpleasant vacationers bothering your home life. Practice the golden rule for common sense. Happy residents may even recommend great beaches and places you would have never otherwise known about!
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Locals can typically point you in the right direction. Who better to ask where to book the best tours, have a great night out, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Don't leave anything behind! Before you drive away, take a walk through the property to make sure you've collected all personal items. Make sure to check dressers, closets, and bathrooms for hidden treasure. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take any leftovers home.
• Go through the rental a final time and scan for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the property manager whenever you can. If the manager is not available, remember to take video of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Remember to leave a review! Hosts rely on excellent reviews to drive new reservations. They'll be much obliged for your review. Alternatively, if something went awry, other vacationing families will will be grateful for your review and help them have the best future vacation. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the property manager could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded reasonably to fix it.