<>The guest house has ten bedrooms and is located in the old, historic, downtown residential area of Charleston. From the house it is a short, interesting walk to historic sights, restaurants and shops. For tours and many other activities, Lyn and Norm will be glad to help you with any reservations or questions you might have.
We strongly recommend touring the city with a Charleston tour guide; Ed Grimball or one of Charleston's most knowledgeable tour operators Talk of the Towne mini bus. For more information on either great tour visit their web sites.   Relax and enjoy a private in-room massage by Stephen, just ask Lyn to schedule this for you. She can personally attest to a great experience.

We offer complimentary wireless Internet.
(Cannot guarantee access however)
If it is mandatory - ask us first !!

The trolley stops at the corner now and you can ride it around the historic district and to the market area for dining and shopping. $1.50 or .75 for 55+. Daily and multi day passes available.

To view events in Charleston visit the portal to the lowcountry Also for restaurant ideas.

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Modern conveniences have not been overlooked however: off-street parking for rooms with private bath, air conditioning, televisions, fax are all available. Limited phone availability. High speed wireless network in most rooms and the common areas. Lyn provides these amenities as well as:  Southern continental breakfast, afternoon sherry, bikes (when working, ask if important to you) and an in-room service of brandy and chocolates.

Your Host:

Lyn is the owner of the Rutledge Victorian Guest House. Lyn has been collecting Victorian antiques for over twenty years. Some of the antiques in the house have been passed down through Lyn’s family, others have been found throughout the Midwest. .  Lyn made her home for many years in the Kansas City area.

One of Lyn's favorite hobbies is reading, so she has made sure there are many quiet, relaxing areas to unwind.

DEPOSIT/CANCELLATION: We require a one night deposit by credit card, check or money order.
Any cancellation must occur 7 full days (14 days for Charleston special events and holidays) prior to the arrival date in order to avoid full reservation being charged.  Outside 7 days a $25.00 cancellation fee will be charged per room (charge will be $50.00 if 14 day applies).  Upon arrival all guests are responsible for entire confirmed reservation and will be charged for early departures.  Non arrivals will be charged the full reservation 
To insure comfort and privacy of all guests we cannot accommodate children under 12 and pets.
We apologize but we cannot offer assistance with luggage (bell service). Please complete reservation inquiry to obtain rates and availability, or check online.