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The Kitchen House
Bed and Breakfast

Welcome to Luxury Accommodations with a History of Hospitality

(843)577-6362

Legendary southern hospitality continues to be the tradition here. The refrigerator and pantry are stocked with goodies of all sorts. You will find juice, fresh fruit, muffins, gourmet jams, grits, cereals, special teas and fresh coffee- everything you will need for a satisfying breakfast. Afternoon sherry awaits you on arrival.

DESCRIPTION

Centered around its four original fireplaces, the house consists of a living room, dining area and a full kitchen area on the first floor. Upstairs, you will find two exquisite bedrooms, a bath, plus plenty of closet space. Its a room with a view and so much more. With a secluded patio, your house overlooks a colonial herb garden and flowing magnolia trees.

Nestled in the heart of the Residential Historic District of Charleston, the Kitchen House is an elegant, pre-Revolutionary War house (circa 1732) that was once home to Dr. Peter Fayssoux, who served as Surgeon General in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. The house descended to his daughter, whose sons, the brothers Hamilton Prioleau Bee and Bernard Elliot Bee, grew up to be confederate generals. The latter is most remembered as the man who gave the nickname of "Stonewall" to General Stonewall Jackson.

The original architectural plan of the building was neither that of a Charleston single nor double house, although it is two rooms wide. It was built with exposed exterior corner posts which can still be seen. Corner posts are derived from medieval construction in England. There are only two other houses in South Carolina known to have this style of construction.

The kitchen building has been restored around its four original fireplaces using historic antique materials. This structure accommodates the Bed and Breakfast guests.

LOCATION

Charleston, South Carolina, holds a singular place in American history. This history has been painstakingly preserved for your enjoyment. Soak in this serene setting at your leisure. When the time is right for you, make plans to stroll to the magnificent museum houses, fine dining establishments, and unique shopping areas which surround you. It all leads to your doorstep- at The Kitchen House.

The Kitchen House

Bed and Breakfast