Quaint Bungalow in Historic Downtown Florence
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Quaint Bungalow in Historic Downtown Florence (Elley’s Bungalow) is a renovated, fully furnished 1938 vacation home designed for a quiet, relaxing stay in Florence, United States. The home is presented as a short-term option for traveling professionals such as nurses, per diem workers, and others on assignment in Florence and surrounding areas. It is also positioned as a convenient base for Downtown Florence and major local institutions.
Bedrooms & Bath
The bungalow has two bedrooms, each with a 12" green tea memory-foam queen bed, mattress encasements, and hotel-quality linens. The bathroom retains an original cast-iron stand-alone tub, and there is also a separate new shower located in the laundry room. A stackable washer and dryer are provided on-site.
Kitchen & In-home Amenities
A well-appointed kitchen with new appliances supports self-catering stays, and the property includes air conditioning and an ironing board. The home is smoke-free and includes an outdoor grill for casual meals. Complimentary coffee and bottled water are included.
Outdoor Spaces & Parking
Guests have access to the full home, including a covered carport and a screened-in porch overlooking an English garden. The overall setting is described as quiet, with friendly neighbors and a traditional, residential feel. A notable interior feature is a hand-painted mural of historic Florence by a local artist.
Location & Nearby Dining
The bungalow is located minutes from McLeod Regional Medical Center, MUSC Florence, Francis Marion University, and Downtown Florence, with quick access to I-95 and I-20. Nearby transit stops include Irby Street at Elm Street (about 564 m), Tommy's Quik Mart (about 656 m), Florence Library (about 783 m), and the Federal Building of Florence (about 833 m); Florence Train Station is about 1,855 m away. Dining options in the area include Long Grain Cafe (about 589 m), Bazens Florence (about 796 m), Wholly Smokin’ (about 1,032 m), Victors (about 1,055 m), and El Agave Mexican Restaurant (about 1,086 m).
Best for
This bungalow is best for short-term professionals and extended-stay travelers who want a fully furnished home with a kitchen, laundry (stackable washer/dryer), and a quiet residential setting near Downtown Florence. It also suits guests who value character details—like a locally painted historic mural—and outdoor space such as a screened porch and grill for at-home meals.
Travel tips
If you are arriving without a car, several bus stops are within roughly 0.6–0.8 km of the home, and the Florence Train Station is about 1.9 km away. For air travel, Florence Regional Airport is the closest airport (about 4.6 km), while Myrtle Beach International Airport is much farther (about 96 km). The home is described as minutes from I-95 and I-20, which can simplify day trips and commuting to local hospitals and campuses.
What guests say
Reviews emphasize a consistently clean and quiet stay with a comfortable, well-decorated interior. Guests repeatedly note that the bungalow is well stocked with essentials and extra touches that make it easy to settle in. Host communication is described as responsive and helpful. No recurring negatives are mentioned in the provided review excerpts.
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