The Gilded Fern

Welcome to The Gilded Fern - a beautifully restored residence within a charming 1920's Victorian duplex. Blending classic elegance with modern comfort, this thoughtfully appointed retreat is located in the heart of the Thomas Streetcar Historic District.


The space:

The light-filled living room with grand bay windows and ample seating is perfect for relaxing after a day in Savannah.

Enjoy cooking in the well-equipped kitchen and gathering at the dining table. Three queen bedrooms with plush linens promise restful sleep. A full bath with a vintage clawfoot tub adds character, while a separate half bath provides extra convenience.

Unwind on two private porches - ideal for morning coffee, evening cocktails, or dining al fresco. Extras like free street parking, washer/dryer, keyless entry, and a desk workspace make longer stays easy.


Guest access:

• Entire second-floor residence of a duplex
• Occupancy: 8
• Two private furnished porches
• Table for 6 on back porch for al fresco dining
• Secure keyless entry
• Free on-street parking
• Living room with smart TV
• Well-equipped kitchen
• Dining table with seating for up to 6
• Bedroom 1: Queen bed, smart TV
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed, smart TV
• Queen air mattress for 7th and 8th guests
• Full bathroom with vintage clawfoot tub/shower
• Half bath
• Washer/dryer
• Linens and towels professionally laundered and sanitized for every stay
• Wi-Fi 1200+ Mbps
• Smart TVs include Philo (70+ live cable channels) and access to personal streaming accounts


Other things to note:

Accessibility:
This is a second-floor unit; there are a few steps leading from the street to the front entry porch, followed by a staircase upon entry.

Long-Term Stays:
For stays of 30 days or more, a cleaning is required every two weeks.


Neighborhood highlights:

Located in the trendy Thomas Square Historic District, you’ll be steps from locally owned restaurants, cafés, and shops, with quick access to the Historic Downtown District.

You’ll be staying in a home within an authentic Savannah working-class neighborhood. Your stay may expose you to a variety of socio-economic groups and cultural backgrounds. We encourage guests to embrace and respect this diversity, as it’s part of the community’s character. While the gentrifying area may look a little gritty at first, guests soon find it to be safe and secure, with new homes, renovations, and a growing mix of local cafés, shops, and restaurants to enjoy nearby.


Getting around:

• 5 minute walk to Starland District
• 15 minute walk to Forsyth Park
• 5 minute drive to Historic Downtown District
• 10 minute drive to River Street
• 6 minute drive to Enmarket Arena
• 12 minute drive to Savannah Convention Center
• 25 minute drive to Tybee Island

Ride-share options like Uber and Lyft are easily accessible from the property, with typical wait times under 5 minutes. Using a ride-share also saves you the hassle and expense of finding parking downtown.