Palmer Home Bed and Breakfast

he Palmer Home Bed & Breakfast was built in 1848 by John Ravenel, whose son designed the "Little David", the first semi-submersible vessel and the forerunner to the submarine.

Thanks to its excellent constructions and thirty-six inch walls, the Palmer Home has withstood hurricanes, tornadoes and even the first major earthquake in the history of the United States in 1896.

This private home is now operated as a bed and breakfast by third generation owners, Francess and David Hogan. The house is furnished and decorated with antiques dating back two hundred years.

The Palmer Home has been featured in various news and magazine articles and television programs, including the French issue of Vogue Magazine and the Travel Channel on May 8th and 25th, 2000.

All of the guest rooms are located on the third floor and offer spectacular views of the Charleston Harbour and historic Fort Sumter. Getting luggage and souvenirs up to your rooms is no problem - the home is equipped with an elevator for everyone's convenience!

Included in your night stay is breakfast consisting of: Bagels, croissants, fresh squeezed orange juice, jams, jellies, cream cheese, coffee, tea, hot chocolate and soft drinks. These are all provided for you in your room breakfast bar refrigerator. You may eat in your room or on the piazza overlooking the Charleston Harbour.

The Palmer Home is also a great place for weddings and parties. Guests enjoy gathering in our beautiful drawing room with its spectacular view of Charleston Harbour and taking horse-and-buggy rides around Historic Charleston. Drawing Room

The Palmer Home is a great site for your wedding vows! Get married in the garden, on the piazza, or in the bay window with a spectacular view of Charleston Harbor.

DISTINCTIVE FEATURES

• Guests enjoy spectacular views of Charleston Harbour
• 18,000 square feet
• Twenty-six rooms
• Three B&B rooms and one Carriage House
• Ten fireplaces - Black African marble
• Spectacular views of Charleston Harbour
• A separate carriage house
• Off street parking
• Swimming Pool