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Barksdale House Inn

3.0 star property

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A spacious living room with a large bed, a chandelier, and a fireplace.
A two-story Victorian-style house with a red roof, large windows, and a front porch.
A living room with a tufted sofa, two armchairs, a patterned ottoman, and a chandelier.
A hallway with a large mirror, a bench, and wall sconces.
A fireplace with a white mantel, a decorative screen, and a painting of flowers above it.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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27 George Street, Charleston, SC, 29401
  • Place, College of Charleston
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Marion Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Charleston City Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charleston, SC (CHS-Charleston Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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A four-poster bed with a dark wooden frame, a white bedspread, and matching pillows. There is a blue upholstered bench, a round wooden table, and a magazine on the table.

Premium Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A spacious living room with a large bed, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

Premium Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A four-poster bed with a ceiling fan, a large floral-patterned rug, and a view of the outdoors through a window with curtains.

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a floral ottoman, and a framed painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a dresser, a desk with chairs, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, bedside lamps, a TV, and a patterned rug.

Full Room 8

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, wooden flooring, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A four-poster bed with a dark finish, a patterned rug, two wall-mounted lamps, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A four-poster bed with a blue bedspread, a green patterned area rug, and a wooden nightstand with a lamp.

Comfort Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a door.

Comfort Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A four-poster bed with floral bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a chair in a bedroom with a blue wall and a floral rug.

Comfort Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a sofa, and a patterned rug.

Comfort Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Barksdale House Inn

A snack bar/deli, self parking, and concierge services are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a library, free newspapers, and tour/ticket assistance.
Barksdale House Inn offers 14 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The free breakfast at Barksdale House Inn gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from College of Charleston. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a snack bar/deli and concierge services.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a front-desk safe, and a terrace
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from College of Charleston and 8 minutes by foot from Charleston City Market
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Barksdale House Inn. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Charleston bed & breakfast is smoke free.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 16 per night)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1778
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 3.5 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night (maximum USD 250 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 65 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 16.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night (maximum USD 250 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 3.5

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Barksdale House
Barksdale House Charleston
Barksdale House Inn
Barksdale House Inn Charleston
Barksdale Inn
Barksdale House Hotel Charleston
Barksdale House Inn Charleston
Barksdale House Inn Bed & breakfast
Barksdale House Inn Bed & breakfast Charleston

Barksdale House Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 762 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent two nights here, everyone on the staffwas friendly, excellent breakfast and safe area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness
Great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, best breakfast, and the hosts are terrific!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great Breakfast was very good Room was clean and quite adequate / Building had a lot of character
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully appointed room and excellent freshly cooked breakfast. Great location for getting around.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were so cute and parking was super easy!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. Great central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Piyush

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and welcoming staff. Loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the middle of things, perfect for visiting College of Charleston. Great breakfast too!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, great location, friendly staff, good breakfasts!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely bed & breakfast in the heart of Charleston. Easy walking distance to everything. Room was spacious and clean. Staff was very welcoming and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with a nice patio, great breakfast, wonderful staff and fantastic location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with a great breakfast - the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

The Barksdale House was wonderful! Very accommodating. The breakfast was made fresh to order and they had a very nice wine social every afternoon. Ample parking in back was so convenient and it was located within walking distance to everything. A great B & B and would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxed and unpretentious. Great bed and bathtub. Delicious breakfast. Wish I had a few more days there!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and breakfast was fantastic!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this place. The staff is super friendly and accommodating. The breakfast is great. Love to sit out on the patio too. Close to everything. Beautiful. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Louise

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable bed. Friendly staff. Good breakfast. HOWEVER, cockroaches, broken sink stopper, non responsive help staff. Stay in main building if you dare to stay here…not the Carriage House
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff, great breakfast, cute room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a charming and atmospheric place! The staff were incredibly warm and welcoming. We stayed for a couple of days with my son and had a wonderful experience. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was so charming and beautifully decorated. Location was great, we walked to everything. The breakfast was excellent. There was also coffee, tea and snacks available all day. The staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service. Nice breakfast. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and staff! Breakfast was very good as well! We will be back when it is warmer /)
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026