Downtown’s Anchorage 1770 named one of America’s most charming inns

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Downtown's Anchorage 1770 named one of America's most charming
Photo courtesy Frank Lesesne/Anchorage 1770

Downtown’s beautiful and historic Anchorage 1770 was just named one of America’s 26 Most Charming Bed & Breakfasts.

In a new article published by Veranda magazine, a popular publication about home design and interior decorating, the Anchorage 1770 was touted for its location.

“This historic inn is located on prime Beaufort real estate (the Beaufort river) and offers waterfront living at its finest,” Veranda said.

“Whether you’re a romantic, foodie, outdoorsman, or wellness enthusiast—or a combination—there is something special for you at this charming B&B,” it added.

“In-room massages, an array of outdoor activities, and chartered excursions are among the various experiences you’ll cherish forever after a weekend in Beaufort.”

Accolades aren’t anything new to the Inn. Last year, Southern Living Magazine named it one of the South’s Best Inns, giving it the #7 spot in the entire South.

Before that, the inn was recently added to the Southern Living Hotel Collection; a distinction that also allows the inn access to special amenities from Southern Living and to host Southern Living events.

A brief history

The building at 1103 Bay St. in downtown Beaufort has housed plantation owners, admirals and injured Civil War soldiers.

Since it was built around 1753 and owned until the Civil War by the Elliott Family, the inn has gone through lots of changes. It was a social club for awhile, and then bought in 1891 by Admiral Lester Beardslee, commander of the Port Royal Naval Station, for $4,000.
The house serve many purposes throughout the 1900s and was saved from demolition by the Historic Beaufort Foundation in the 1970s.
The Lesesnes purchased the house in 2013 and opened the new B&B in 2015 after very extensive renovations.

Veranda also noted, “whether you’re looking for breakfast in bed or outdoors overlooking the bay, you can have it all at Anchorage 1770.”

They’re right!

See the full article from Veranda.

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