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 Square 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 Streetcar 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.