Welcome to 178 Saint Philip Street, Unit C – The Alexander Wilson House!  This amazing home offers a blend of modern comfort and historic charm, right in the heart of Charleston’s vibrant Cannonborough district. Just steps away from bustling King Street, this cozy retreat is perfect for families, friends or groups seeking a unique Charleston experience.   

Bedrooms: 3 With Optional 4th
1. Bedroom offers flexible sleeping arrangements.  This large, beautiful Charleston room with fireplace and mantle and intricate woodwork and moldings, can function as a living room or a 4th bedroom.  It features a queen Murphy bed in a handsome custom cabinet and one queen sofa sleeper.  The ensuite bath, roomy closet with built in storage and large double doors make this room function fully as a bedroom.  With the doors closed the adjoining room serves as the living room.  The sofa is flanked by side tables reading lamps, four upholstered chairs, carpets, colorful art, four large windows provide warm natural light live green foliage.  This room offers great flexibility for large groups: Open the double doors which leads to the living room and kitchen, close the Murphy bed (takes about one minute), and you have a double living room, bar and kitchen entertainment area, and two flat-screen TVs. 

2. Queen size bed, private ensuite bathroom, end tables, reading lamps, computer/dressing table, great closet with built-in storage, carpets and sophisticated art.  

3. Two single beds or one king bed (additional $75 charge), ensuite bath, quartz vanity with storage, dressing/computer table, side chairs, closet with built-in storage, carpets, heart pine flooring, reading lamps.  The dormer rooms use a charming spiral staircase which may not be suitable for all guests.  The views over the rooftops and steeples are worth the steps.   

4. One king bed(additional $75 charge) or two single beds, ensuite bath, dressing/computer table, side chairs, large closet with built in storage, reading lamps, carpet, wide heart pine flooring.   The bult-in ensuite bath adds charm and privacy.  The spiral steps may not work for all, but the views over the rooftops are spectacular.   

Living Room(s) 2 
Beautiful, classic Charleston living room with high ceilings, fireplace and mantle, heart pine floors with large windows and natural light.  Our flexible floor plan offers options for use as a bedroom or a double sitting room.  This room features a sofa-sleeper, beautiful woodwork and ceiling detail, original doors and moldings, comfortable seating, two flat-screen TVs, coffee table, end tables, Murphy bed cabinet, carpet, quartz top bar with storage, stylish art, great natural lighting, vibrant art, opens to kitchen with bar and two bar stools, expanding console dining table with side chairs.  

Kitchen: 
Our custom-made kitchen with handmade cabinets and lovely counter, offers a fully stocked space with modern appliances, counter space, pantry cabinet for your snacks and goodies, bar/counter storage, microwave, combination Keurig pod/pot coffee machine, all the small electric gadgets, opens to the living room and dining area. This is really a beautiful room with combined seating and open to kitchen.  A very popular gathering space.   

Dining Area: 
Bar counter with gracious overhangs for comfortable seating and bar stools.  A drop leaf table with side chairs can be opened to create a traditional dining space.   

Baths:  4 
Bath 1:  Private ensuite marble and tile bath with deluxe shower head, separate handheld shower, glass shower door, marble counter, large mirrors, handsome fixtures and towel racks.  Provides private bath for bedroom or powder room for guests when using that room as living room.   

Bath 2: Private bath with soaking tub and shower, rain shower head, pedestal sink, high end fixtures, stylish towel racks and deluxe hooks. 

Bath 3: Private ensuite bath with marble floor, private water closet, clever custom shower with rain head shower and separate handheld shower.  This bathroom is built into the front dormer room, providing privacy and exclusive use of this bathroom.   

Bath 4: Private ensuite bath, old heart pine flooring, separate shower, floating marble vanity, ample towel racks and hooks.  Clever, attractive design with custom vanity.