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Home Away from Home, Beautiful Historic condo in the heart of the city
Savannah, GA

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 214 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

doris c.

Location, atmosphere, and room to spread out
We spent 4 lovely nights at this rental property. The location is perfect for exploring historic Savannah! The neighborhood itself is charming and quaint, with so many must-see points of interest just a brief stroll away. You can easily reach Forsyth park, Clary's Café, the Mercer-Williams house, and so much more, all on foot right from the doorstep. Evening walks around the surrounding neighborhoods and through the squares, with their burbling fountains and trees draped in Spanish moss, were peaceful, restorative, and quiet. The condo is big and spacious, with lots of room to spread out. It was just the two of us (plus our little Chi), so we only used the master bedroom for sleeping, and the bed in there was very comfortable. Be aware that with its long windows on every side, the master bedroom is a very sunlit room, which makes it feel cheerful and bright during the day. However at night, the streets are also very illuminated. There are shades on each window, but they don't block out much of that light. So if you need it to be dark to sleep, bring an eye mask. Also, if the renter/s above you happen to be heavy walkers, who walk around with shoes on in the middle of the night, you will hear them (woke us up on more than one occasion). Otherwise, location, atmosphere, and spaciousness are the highlights of this rental property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Place was very clean and beautiful. We loved the location. Parking was easy to find.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Savannah weekend
The apartment was historical perfection- spacious and included nice touches like coffee, shampoo and conditioner. The host was very responsive to any inquiries. It was walking distance to everything in Savannah, and just a short drive to Tybee Beach. The front balcony was perfect for your morning coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

JANELL B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Gracious Hostess
Our Host was gracious to help in every way! Lovely condo with nice amenities. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Enjoyed a beautiful stay in this spacious and clean apartment. The location was close to everything. Walked to sights and so many restaurants close by. Forsyth Park is right around the corner too. We had a slight concern about parking but turned out to never be an issue. Great few days in Savannah!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness
21 E Gordon
This property is in the perfect location for sightseeing in the city. Everything is within walking distance. The check in and check out was very simple and the property was as described. The neighborhood is very safe as well as the property. Our overall experience was wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic neighborhood
Charming great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faye M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Savannah
This property is in a great location! Can walk every where!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren Denny H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Savannah Thanksgiving
We had a wonderful time! Loved the city and the location of this condo! One block from Hop on Hop off bus which we used to get around easily. Condo was lovely!! Many little extras! Only recommendation would be to add safety bars in tub and shower. Slippery for us seniors.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
The apartment was perfect and close to so many things to do. Highly recommend this place. The owner is very sweet and helpful as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vonda T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Loved the place and the proximity to things. Everything is within walking distance. The only thing I didn’t realize is that we would be on a second floor going up the small stairs. That was a little hard to lug the luggage up and down.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis O.

Savannah history vacation
Very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jeanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home, location
We had a great stay! The apartment was gorgeous. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location. Easy walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and sights. I was originally concerned about parking but never had an issue. IWas able to park upfront. I did purchase 3/2 all day parking pass. This was a huge help.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tess W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The condo was beautiful--love the historic architecture, the layout, and the location. The kitchen was well-stocked and great for cooking. The beds were very comfortable. We could walk virtually everywhere--and loved getting to know the city so intimately. We loved sitting outside to read. The condo helped us fall in love with Savannah. A couple of suggestions--having pillow cases for the extra pillows and more towels would have helped a lot. Also, because the parking in front of the condo is paid, we followed the recommendations to use some of the free parking nearby. But, it felt odd to take up parking at the Methodist church or in front of others' buildings. Having some sort of more "legitimate" parking would have been more comfortable. I guess we could just have paid the on-street parking--so maybe that's on us. It was just kind of expensive for a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing short of amazing.
What an amazing property to spend some of your days. Fantastic location, could walk to most things. Great charm and history.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dorothy O., Lake Mary Florida USA

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful neighborhood
Just a lovely house and decor. The cleaning company needs to be replaced. Did not have some of the necessary supplies, and some areas were not cleaned. It would have been a perfect stay otherwise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Beautiful Location for Birthday Trip in Savannah
This was a beautiful, historic location in Savannah in close walking distance to Forsyth Park, Riverside and a number of historic locations. The place is located on the second floor with steep stairs so be forewarned if you are older or have any physical disabilities. Historic Savannah in general has quite a few uneven cobblestones to the point where my group had a running joke related to how many times we’ve tripped. Overall the place was spacious and had beautiful brick walls and ornate furniture. I will say that there’s really only enough space for 4 people as the bed on the pull out couch was very thin and you could feel every bump in the metal. There were also no spare pillow cases and the extra pillows had stains on them. Fortunately we brought an air mattress in case the bed was uncomfortable which worked out for the best. On the flip side, my friends said the bed in the master was the best they’ve ever slept on and want to know what brand it is. We did notice that the floors were dirty, so I’m not sure how well cleaned it was, but we were walking around a lot. They could use some laundry detergent so guests can make use of but they do have a Kroger in close walking distance for any groceries. Overall the trip was wonderful and the main focus is the sights so it was a great place to stay when you want to fully experience what it would have been like in old Savannah.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Kathleen S., Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not as clean as it should be
We all pay a cleaning fee, so the rentals should be clean right? The Master bathroom was gross: soap scum on the outside of the cabinets and every drawer had ick inside. The sample shampoo was only half full, no soap in the shower. I didn't mind that I had to empty the dishwasher when I got there, but it's nicer when there is no work to do. Some coffee cups in the cabinet were not clean. There was a large stain on the fitted sheet in the master bedroom ~ the sheets were clean, but ick. The shower in the Master Bath has a broken door and it leaks, so we had mop up the floorevery time and do a load of towels every day...but the condo did not supply any laundry soap even though we were asked to run the wash before we left. It was a charming place, in a great location. We weren't allowed to use the beautiful back porch, so that was disappointing. Even though we had a great time in Savannah and visit often, I would not stay in this unit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina P., MIDLAND

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
Love the location! Beds were comfortable, everything we needed to make great memory's.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Maryam

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is excellent for walking around the historic district. Condo is absolutely charming. Furniture is lovey. A couple of small fuses would be perfect. The bathroom doors don’t lock. The shower door need to be fixed. Need more towels and better fitting sheets. It’s a beautiful building.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Rockwell City, Iowa, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Make your stay perfect!
When looking for a VRBO, you need a great location, an a clean unit! This place has it all! We did not have a car, so walked to everything for our 4 day stay! So easy to get from Forsyth Park (a block away) to the River Walk area and every historic site and City Park in between! The location is superb! The unit was very clean upon arrival. The primary bedroom with attached bath is very comfortable. We did not cook in the unit but the kitchen was stocked. It is an older building so you can hear some noise from the units above and below however it’s very minimal and quiet hours were observed. Would definitely stay again if we come back to Savannah!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert P., Rochester Hills, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
A trip back in time
What a wonderful location to fully immerse yourself in historic Savannah! Very comfortable accommodations in a perfect location relative to the squares, parks, waterfront, and shopping in historic Savannah! Bring your walking shoes and have a ball!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary getaway
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Perfect location close to Forsyth Park and walkable to many restaurants and shops. The bed was very comfortable and we had no problems finding a nearby parking spot. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimbrly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend getaway
Savannah is my favorite place to visit and this trip did not disappoint! The apartment was very pretty, clean and the location was perfect. Plenty of room for 4 adults. Easy walk to shopping and restaurants. The neighborhood feels very safe and quiet. The beds were comfortable. Street parking was never an issue. Would definitely stay here again! A couple of small suggestions: could use a few dish towels in the kitchen - there are none; maybe some extra bath towels as we only had 1 per person for our stay; there were extra pillows in the closets but no pillowcases. Very minor details to an otherwise perfect stay. We absolutely loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Checked every box
We loved this place. It’s exactly as described: spacious, comfortable, lovely, well located, easy access…. We were 4 adults- my husband, son, daughter in law, and me. Plenty of room to be together and private bedrooms/bathrooms. Street parking was incredibly easy. The neighborhood (and all of downtown Savannah) is beautiful. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location - great place
Location was great. If you don't mind a bit of a walk to the river, then you don't need a car at all. Free parking was easy to find around the corner. Place was clean and had some good spaces to relax. Minor drawbacks: the second bedroom is kind of small, so managing luggage etc. required some flexibility. You are not allowed to use the back deck - which is a shame because sitting outside in Savannah in April is a treat. Had a great time and this was a great home base for our adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Shannon R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and great location
Historic feel and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Tanya T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Black Mold on the bathroom ceiling!
There was black mold on the master bathroom ceiling and I have pictures to show! The owner claims she didn't know about our pets but tell me where in the booking process it ask that? I assume they would know since I went out of my way to book a place that accepts pets! She harassed us about this by approaching us and threatening to call the police several times! We booked the place to celebrate my MIlitary POLICE sons 21st birthday before he gets deployed and the owner totally ruined this by threatening in person and by text several times to call the police ( in which we are police as well and know the laws!!) Do not rent this condo unless you want to sit in the condo and read a book!!! And beware the owner lives within earshot so don't celebrate anything or she will harrass you too!! Oh and we left a day early due to mold and harrassment!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming
This property is conveniently located in the historic district. Comfortable and charming condo; a great place to see such a charming city.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location
Would highly recommend this unit. We stayed four days, with no car, and had no issues getting to everything by foot. Grocery store, historic sights, restaurants, all within walking distance. We did take the free bus one time, which has a stop very close to this location. Unit was very clean in a quiet, safe neighborhood. Did not feel unsafe walking from downtown to this unit in the evening. There is a homeless population that hang out in some of the squares, but never bothered us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

ken a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
The place was very spacious, clean!! We were minutes from Forsyth Park, and everything was in walking distance!! River street a must see, and a straight shot down Drayton or Bull. Bill will take you through several squares. Beautiful city and very friendly!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Property as advertised. Clean, great location, quiet neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

laura f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can't keep us away!
This is the second time we have spent two weeks at 21 Gordon Street and we plan to be back next summer. The apartment is spacious, quiet, filled with light and wonderful furnishings. It is also in the perfect location to explore Savannah in all directions.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Perfect
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed for a bachelorette!
This property was truly wonderful! Just one street over from forsyth park and finding free parking was a breeze! Going inside the home was well lit, clean, spacious, and most importantly COOL during the hot July months! Both beds were extremely soft, and I truly slept like a baby in the master bed! It seriously is the softest bed I’ve slept on in a while. We rebooked this place for the upcoming wedding! Slam dunk this place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome trip
Awesome location and loved the old charm feeling of the condo. Perfect spot for a girls trip and would definitely return to this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

Love the location and ambiance!
This is a sweet old house on my favorite square in Savannah's Victorian District. Our apartment (of the 3 in the building) was delightfully decorated with many tasteful antiques plus modern amenities. The natural signs of use on vintage pieces and historic places only adds to their charm. But some of these furnishings are suffering from greater wear and tear as well as incomplete cleaning. There are numerous specific examples I could give, but I no less adore this darling home and do not wish to speak ill of it or the staff. I simply recommend that the owner should spend an unannounced visit in this apartment for a couple of days to make a thorough observation of the current state of things. Repairs are definitely in order (leaky glass shower front floods master bath.... severely scuffed walls need painting... much more...). And more attentive cleaning is sincerely required (filthy pull-out bed in living room leaves it completely untouchable... hair matted shower drains had to be cleared upon arrival... much more...). Please know that I still would not hesitate to enjoy this lovely home again! I merely hope to find its upkeep next time in the condition that one should expect. 😉
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meagan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Absolutely beautiful building, unit and location. I’m keeping this on my list to return to with my family. Nicole was a delight to speak with, super nice and friendly. Can’t recommend this property enough!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Amanda K.

Beautiful home
This home is beautiful & even better then the pictures! Perfect location, close to Forsyth park & walking distance to all restaurants in downtown Savannah. The only reason I took 1 star off was because the house wasn’t very clean & the sheets looked like they hadn’t been washed :/
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

theresa g.

Perfect location, Spacious
The location of this place was excellent. Within walking distance to everything we wanted to do. We absolutely loved how it was right around the corner from Forsyth park. The place itself was very spacious. We liked how it had 2 bathrooms and 2 bedrooms. However, the cleanliness was lacking. There were Stains on the pullout couch cover and it was super uncomfortable. As soon as you’d sit/lay down the entire bed would sink. Almost every light fixture had light bulbs that were burnt out, making it difficult to see well. The Wi-Fi is as out the entire stay but we were gone enough that we didn’t really mind that much. We couldn’t find any extra trash bags and there were only 5 towels for the entire stay. Overall, we had a nice stay but I think it could definitely use some deep cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Coreline M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The great thing about this property is the location. It really feels like you are living in a Savannah neighborhood, directly off of Monterey Square and a stone’s throw from the Mercer Williams house. Close enough to walk to everything but away from the hustle and bustle of the river.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Stephanie C.

Great location! Details below…
Overall the stay was good. Location was excellent but stairs going in had no railing and the stairs going to the second floor were very narrow so very difficult for my elderly mother to navigate. Excellent communication with Nicole, who was very responsive when we had a small air-conditioning issue. It was fixed promptly so appreciate the turn around. The furniture was a bit dated but I I guess you expect some of that in an older building. The showers could’ve been a little bit more clean however beds were very comfortable and overall it was a great place to stay. Beautiful area near parks. Would just recommend if you have issues with stairs maybe renting the first floor unit. .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Ric G., Martinsville

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This was a wonderful location to historic district. On the DOT line. Owner was very easy to work with. If you happen to like to cook on vacation. Bring a can opener and extra dish towels. Grocery store is a short walk from condo. Possibly user error, but unable to get TV or internet to work in bedrooms. Since we were gone most days this was not really an issue for us. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erika D., Berkley, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic Savannah
We definitely enjoyed our stay in Savannah, especially the prime location of this property. It was within walking distance to everything in Savannah & overall, I very nice property with a historic feel but clean, modern appliances & updated interiors. The host was quickly responsive to our questions & made us feel welcome in her home! We recommend Collins Quarter in Forsyth Park for excellent brunch & cocktails, the lobby bar in the Drayton Hotel for evening cocktails, Corleone's for great Italian food & drinks, Lula's Chocolate Bar for decadent desserts & Bernie's Oyster House for fresh, raw oysters, peeled shrimp & a great low country boil! Thank you Savannah for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

CINDY G., Caldwell United states

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter trip
Great location ! Easy parking. Very charming. Had all the necessities that you would need. Comfy beds. Would recommend to anyone heading to Savannah!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Thanks Cindy Glad you had fun for the holidays! Come back and see us again.

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location!
We had an amazing week staying here and visiting the local establishments. The location allows for walking to anything you need. One block from Forsyth Park was a huge plus and spent a lot of time there enjoying the weather and beautiful scenery. This was my first visit to Savannah and loved every minute.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay.
Very clean, spacious, excellent location. The unit had everything we needed. The beds are VERY soft and comfortable. If you like a firm mattress you might be disappointed. Wi-Fi was a little spotty especially in the back bedroom so not ideal for working but it’s supposed to be a vacation anyway.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022