The famous pineapple fountain at Waterfront Park, Charleston, SC.
Romance seems to be on everyone’s mind in February, the month of Valentine’s Day. Have you considered what can be more romantic than a dozen roses and a box of chocolates? Picture sharing Valentine’s Day weekend (or any special weekend) in a romantic city filled with romantic architecture. Charleston, South Carolina offers some of the most romantic restaurants, waterfront views, delightful shopping and stunning architecture.
Romance doesn’t have to be just a card from Hallmark or chocolate covered strawberries. A getaway travel experience in a city like Charleston can create memories of a lifetime and bring relationships closer. While the city is known for many haunted landmarks, many of the historic homes have stories behind them—and some quite romantic. The typical home in historic Charleston has one to three side porches.
Side porches are a distinction of Charleston homes
It may seem odd at first glance for a home to have a porch running down the side, but these side porches served multiple purposes. For one, the lots were narrow, so the side porches provided more space along the side of the home. Another purpose was to catch the breeze off the ocean. The porches had a door that gave access from the street. When husbands came home, the door stayed closed while the couple reconnected on their romantic porch with the salty and breezey air. After spending quality time together, they would open the door for visitors and passersby.
Have you ever spent a relaxed afternoon sitting on a swing with a special person? How about while overlooking a beautiful harbor in Charleston? The swings in Charleston are a hot commodity, and the seats are taken quickly by couples wanting to spend a moment together in peace.
The swings overlooking the harbor in Charleston are popular for couples sharing romantic moments.
The Calhoun Mansion, Charleston’s largest private residence, is easily one of the most romantic homes in the area. The home boasts 35 rooms and is an astounding 24,000 square feet. As you step into the entrance-way of this home, you can feel how romantic the era was when the home was built. The Italian style-home features stunning woodwork, tall windows and beautiful draperies and tapestries.
The Calhoun Mansion
The draperies that hang from floor to ceiling add to the home’s grandiose style.
Imagine sharing dinner with your loved one in this beautiful dining room!
You could emulate this grand setting in a more approachable and warm way with the updated classic styling of the Estate Collection. This 66-inch pedestal table would be perfect for an intimate meal.
Estate pedestal table
The table’s beautiful starburst veneer top would make it right at home in the Calhoun mansion.
Starburst veneer of Estate table lends elegance
For a larger and more formal gathering, this Estate double pedestal rectangle table would be a perfect setting.
Estate double pedestal dining table
After dinner, wouldn’t it be divine to have a romantic stroll in gardens like these at the Calhoun Mansion?
The Calhoun grounds feature gardens and fountains.
While romance can always be a simple as cards and flowers, take a chance and try something different. You would be amazed by all the romance you can find in southern cities like Charleston. Although a trip to this beautiful city may not be in your plans, enjoy Valentine’s Day with your loved one in your own romantic setting—your home.
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