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The Thomas Lamboll House at 19 King Street is a perfect example of how an old Charleston
home has weathered and adjusted itself to the changing times of several centuries. Also, when
known and understood, it reads like a history book of Charleston and the fortunes and
misfortunes which have beset her.
Built around 1739 by Thomas Lee for Thomas Lamboll, it has known many owners, most of
whom have seen fit to make changes; however, through it all the house has maintained its
original charm and atmosphere.
Your hosts, Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Read invite you to journey back in time as you enjoy the
ambiance and history of Charleston. The Lamboll House is located just off the Battery in the
heart of the historic district. It offers two large guest bedrooms with private baths. French doors
leading onto the third floor piazza which has a distant view of the harbor overlooking the tree tops.
Rooms:
Comfortable queen size beds in cheerful rooms with Charleston's traditional old world style
decor. Two large guest bedrooms with private baths and french doors leading to the piazza. The
piazza over looks the tree tops with the Ashley River in the distance.
The floors and hardware are original. The furniture is reproduction and antique, several of which
belonged to Mrs. Reads great grandmother.
Room rates range from $125 to $185 a night depending on the season. Master Card or Visa are
accepted.
A Few Comments From Our Guests.
* "We had a marvelous stay at your B&B. Thanks for making us feel at home and sharing
Charleston with us." J. Deal
* "We enjoyed our three days of warm hospitality and especially the evenings out on the piazza
among the trees and birds." B. Dove
* " I am just dropping you this note to thank you for making our stay at your lovely home such a
pleasant one. Thank you for being so gracious and hospitable." L. Geth
* " We have traveled to Kiawah many times and on each occasion have walked through and
around the battery area that embraces the splendid array of ante- bellum houses like your
Lamboll House masterpiece. But we had never even considered staying in one of them until we
became addicted to a "Bed & Breakfast" fever that has led us to some very interesting places
and their owners. We regard our three days at Lamboll House to have been the zenith of this
experience.-------Again thanks for helping to make our trip this year to Charleston so meaningful.
We will remember your kindnes and hospitality as the high points of our visit." L.&C. Stermer.
Come and meet your hosts and other guest in the inviting living room and enjoy a continental
breakfast in the dining room.
History:
In 1722 Thomas Lamboll purchased the land for his house. The Lands extended to the north
line of 25 King Street to the Cooper River and to the Ashley River. It included White Point
Gardens where The Lamboll's had a large Rose Garden accessible only by boat. Mr. and Mr.
Lamboll were noted botanist and also had an extensive botanical garden on the southwest
corner of King and Lamboll Street that extended to the harbor.
Thomas Lamboll died in 1774. After his death, his daughter, Mary Lamboll Thomas, inherited
the property. Eventually it was acquired by the City Council of Charleston for the straightening
and widening of Lamboll Street.
In 1849 the house and lot were purchased by Patrick O'Donnell, and the building moved about
20 feet north to its present site. Mr. O'Donnell chose this house for a temporary residence while
he supervised the construction of 21 King Street immediately to the north. Apparently his stay at
19 King was not temporary enough - O'Donnells bride-to-be (for whom he was building the new
house) chose to marry another man before the building could be completed.
The Lamboll House a notable example of pre-Revolutionary architecture, which also shows
evidence of later attempts of change. Many architectural periods are represented- ranging from
the early Georgian to the Victorian period. The house, which is now over 250 years old, is a good
example of the way in which old Charleston homes have adapted to newer styles without losing
their original character and charm.
Contact:
19 King Street
Charleston, South Carolina 29401
Reservations: 843-723-3212
FAX 843-723-5222
home has weathered and adjusted itself to the changing times of several centuries. Also, when
known and understood, it reads like a history book of Charleston and the fortunes and
misfortunes which have beset her.
Built around 1739 by Thomas Lee for Thomas Lamboll, it has known many owners, most of
whom have seen fit to make changes; however, through it all the house has maintained its
original charm and atmosphere.
Your hosts, Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Read invite you to journey back in time as you enjoy the
ambiance and history of Charleston. The Lamboll House is located just off the Battery in the
heart of the historic district. It offers two large guest bedrooms with private baths. French doors
leading onto the third floor piazza which has a distant view of the harbor overlooking the tree tops.
Rooms:
Comfortable queen size beds in cheerful rooms with Charleston's traditional old world style
decor. Two large guest bedrooms with private baths and french doors leading to the piazza. The
piazza over looks the tree tops with the Ashley River in the distance.
The floors and hardware are original. The furniture is reproduction and antique, several of which
belonged to Mrs. Reads great grandmother.
Room rates range from $125 to $185 a night depending on the season. Master Card or Visa are
accepted.
A Few Comments From Our Guests.
* "We had a marvelous stay at your B&B. Thanks for making us feel at home and sharing
Charleston with us." J. Deal
* "We enjoyed our three days of warm hospitality and especially the evenings out on the piazza
among the trees and birds." B. Dove
* " I am just dropping you this note to thank you for making our stay at your lovely home such a
pleasant one. Thank you for being so gracious and hospitable." L. Geth
* " We have traveled to Kiawah many times and on each occasion have walked through and
around the battery area that embraces the splendid array of ante- bellum houses like your
Lamboll House masterpiece. But we had never even considered staying in one of them until we
became addicted to a "Bed & Breakfast" fever that has led us to some very interesting places
and their owners. We regard our three days at Lamboll House to have been the zenith of this
experience.-------Again thanks for helping to make our trip this year to Charleston so meaningful.
We will remember your kindnes and hospitality as the high points of our visit." L.&C. Stermer.
Come and meet your hosts and other guest in the inviting living room and enjoy a continental
breakfast in the dining room.
History:
In 1722 Thomas Lamboll purchased the land for his house. The Lands extended to the north
line of 25 King Street to the Cooper River and to the Ashley River. It included White Point
Gardens where The Lamboll's had a large Rose Garden accessible only by boat. Mr. and Mr.
Lamboll were noted botanist and also had an extensive botanical garden on the southwest
corner of King and Lamboll Street that extended to the harbor.
Thomas Lamboll died in 1774. After his death, his daughter, Mary Lamboll Thomas, inherited
the property. Eventually it was acquired by the City Council of Charleston for the straightening
and widening of Lamboll Street.
In 1849 the house and lot were purchased by Patrick O'Donnell, and the building moved about
20 feet north to its present site. Mr. O'Donnell chose this house for a temporary residence while
he supervised the construction of 21 King Street immediately to the north. Apparently his stay at
19 King was not temporary enough - O'Donnells bride-to-be (for whom he was building the new
house) chose to marry another man before the building could be completed.
The Lamboll House a notable example of pre-Revolutionary architecture, which also shows
evidence of later attempts of change. Many architectural periods are represented- ranging from
the early Georgian to the Victorian period. The house, which is now over 250 years old, is a good
example of the way in which old Charleston homes have adapted to newer styles without losing
their original character and charm.
Contact:
19 King Street
Charleston, South Carolina 29401
Reservations: 843-723-3212
FAX 843-723-5222
Thomas Lamboll House B&B ( Charleston, South Carolina )
