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The Bell Tower Loft at Sanctuary Place

Apartment near River Street in Savannah

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Property grounds
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Savannah, GA
  • Place, Forsyth Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Abercorn Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Savannah College of Art and Design
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Savannah

Midtown stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Midtown apartment, you'll find Forsyth Park and Savannah College of Art and Design. River Street and Savannah River are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Forsyth Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mercer Williams House Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Abercorn Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Savannah College of Art and Design - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Savannah Civic Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 9 min drive
  • Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Collins Quarter at Forsyth - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪A Taco Affair - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Egg Roll King - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Bell Tower Loft at Sanctuary Place

This is a single family loft with a private entrance. The Front Loft at Sanctuary Place was completed in 2010. Like it's sister Loft next door, the Front Loft is full of original details combined with modern design features. Throughout the space the commitment to preserve the past is evident.

Great care has been taken to accentuate the original craftsmanship while attending to the needs of modern life. The stained glass creates a welcoming allure of light in different combinations throughout the day making the Font Loft ideal for entertaining or just relaxing with a book.There are two bedrooms and two baths - both beds are queen. The first floor bathroom has a walk in tile shower, the top floor bath has a large cast-iron tub. The Loft is fully equipped for cooking and stocked with the comforts of home. Visitors can relax and meet other guests in a private courtyard with fountain. Great location right off Forsyth Park.

Built in 1889 as St Paul's Episcopal Church by architect Eric Eichberg, this historic property hosted varied congregations over the past century before falling into disrepair around 2002. Restoration began in 2005 and the Front Loft was completed in 2010. The exterior sides, covered with stucco, were refitted with cyprus siding. The original vintage pine was reclaimed from the roof and sides to be used for the interior construction. The flying buttresses and bell-tower, both missing for decades, were reconstructed from historic photographs. About 50% of the stained glass was replaced with restoration glass, the surviving memorials were restored where possible.
The interior was designed to flow upward and outward providing different vantage-points to view the original details. The original ceiling and support columns provided the framework for a minimalist design concept - further accentuating the remarkable Victorian-era craftsmanship. The stained glass combine with amazing results to create a surprising amount of warmth for such a large volume of space. The juxtaposition of the old and new creates a comfortable balance, giving the Loft the true feel of a home.

We hope to see you soon and happy travels,
Sanctuary Place

Self check in and I will provide instructions by email.

Always available and close by if guests have any issues/questions.

Downtown neighborhood in the Victorian District. Very close to Forsyth Park.

Very close to free shuttle stop that serves downtown proper. Transit schedule provided.

Easy to get around by car, foot or public transit.
Children allowed.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a security system
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Bell Tower Loft at Sanctuary Place to the airport?

This apartment is 15.6 mi (18-min drive) away from the Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Bell Tower Loft at Sanctuary Place have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is The Bell Tower Loft at Sanctuary Place to the beach?

This apartment is 12.3 mi (22-min drive) from Butter Bean Beach.

Does The Bell Tower Loft at Sanctuary Place offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Bell Tower Loft at Sanctuary Place?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at The Bell Tower Loft at Sanctuary Place?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Bell Tower Loft at Sanctuary Place?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does The Bell Tower Loft at Sanctuary Place have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does The Bell Tower Loft at Sanctuary Place have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is The Bell Tower Loft at Sanctuary Place to downtown Savannah?

This apartment is 0.8 mi away from Savannah.

The Bell Tower Loft at Sanctuary Place Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 119 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful stay

fantastic place - the pictures do not do justice to the place. great location, will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable

Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Beautiful place with such amazing architectural detail…. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming property, great location!

This property is so cool, with all the comforts of home. Highly recommend the experience of staying here, it is a close walk to gorgeous Forsyth Park. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique property!

This was a special place to stay - so unique and comfortable. Kevin was very responsive and communication was quite easy. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

The space is gorgeous. Comfy bed and I loved the tub. I plan on staying here the next time I visit Savannah!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

The property is beautiful. The house is well stocked and comfortable. The historic detail in the house and property is breathtaking. The location was also really nice. The park was walking distance. We had a very nice trip. I recommend this property and hope to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect stay!

Even more beautiful than the pictures and the perfect place for our group of foru sisters! The host was very kind and accommodating pictures
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DonnEshell F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will be back!

We absolutely loved this rental!!!! Beautiful, clean, well stocked and perfect for our girls getaway! If you love details in architecture and history mixed with modern ammenities this is the place for you <3 Kevin was a super nice host!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of a Kind!

We had an amazing stay at this historic, restored church! It was large, comfortable and full of history! The location is walkable to everything, especially Forsyth Park. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Savannah Trip

Perfect "home-base" for our Savannah stay! We loved the character of the Loft; it's even better than the pictures! Easy street parking outside and very clean and comfortable inside. Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Not your average VRBO

Rich in character and comfort. Close to all we wanted to see.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Stay

We had an incredible stay at The Bell Tower Loft. The decor and furnishings were lovely - a combination of modern and antique. So cozy inside. And so convenient to Forsyth Park and all the sites of historic Savannah. Our host was thoughtful and checked in with us. A perfect vacation. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding guest weekend

This beautiful unit was the perfect stay and added to the unique Savannah experience. The stained-glass windows were stunning, especially at night, and then as they lit up the loft in the morning. The apartment was clean, well equipped, and in a great location. Great hosts, great time just went too fast. Can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property!!

Decided on Savannah for spring break and we were looking for a unique property. This unit was incredible. Dark wood, original floors, stained glass, and our daughter loved the loft. Owners were very responsive to any questions we had. We’d consider buying it and retiring.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A writer’s retreat!

This is such a beautiful home and in a great location. Although we were minutes away from so many places, cafes and restaurants, and things to do, honestly we spent most of our time in the bell tower, hanging out in the cozy living space and cooking meals together. Would definitely make a return visit! Thanks Kevin for maintaining this lovely historic building and providing great customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tish A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly

My sister and I had a wonderful time in Savannah. The Bell Tower was better in person than even the pictures showed. It was so charming. Damien and Kevin were quick to respond to any questions. We would definitely recommend this beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bart S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My kind of Church!

This is an amazing experience to stay in a work of art. This host is also truly amazing. I will definitely return. Thanks for the memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henrietta W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A stunning property in historic Savannah

My family had a lovely time in this beautiful ex-church. It's close to the park and we enjoyed the Farmer's market on Saturday morning. Nice cafés and restaurants nearby, and Savannah itself is, of course, very pretty. Kevin was very responsive when I couldn't work out all the switches 🙂. Some noise through the partition until late night but overall it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great communication!

Our stay at the Bell Tower was cut short due to a power outage because of Hurricane Helene. Our host was so helpful through the whole process to cancel and get our refund. The property is also beautiful and one of a kind. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of Heaven - South of Forsyth

Very impressive historic property in a quiet neighborhood just south of Forsyth Park, a very pleasant 1.5 mile walk to downtown. We spent most of our time touring downtown (& its Speakeasies!), eating in the area south of Forsythe Park. We found the website photos to be accurate, but being in this space was exceptional. The host, Kevin, was extremely pleasant, helpful, and knowledgeable about the building's renovations. We plan on visiting again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close walk to Forsyth Park

Enjoyed our stay with the close walk to Forsyth Park and quick hop on the free buses to the historic downtown. A unique accommodation - love the combination of refurbished church and contemporary accents. Was a little concerned with the gap where you could see daylight underneath the closed off doors in the downstairs bedroom. (Would feel more comfortable with the gap closed up). Easy check in & quick replies to inquiries!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Character property in a most convenient area

We have stayed before in a couple of places in Savannah in the area surrounding Forsyth Park, but this is definitely the best. It is a stunning conversion, keeping the character of this converted church, but with all mod cons. The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen was well-equipped and the lounge and dining area were all we could have wanted. We would certainly make this our first choice if we come to Savannah again. If you are reasonably fit, it is within walking distance of the historic squares, and if not, the free DOT bus can be picked up at Forsyth Park. Savannah is definitely our favourite town in the US - so far (we are Brits!).
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historical Charm with a Cozy Feel

From booking to checkout, the process was seamless and smooth. Communication with the owner was great. The house was true to the photos, but once you’re inside and actually see in person the awesome way they so tastefully preserved the historical detail of the home while still updating amenities to provide a comfortable feel, this house easily meets and exceeds expectation. We were within walking distance of downtown, Forsyth Park, and not far from River Street…It is such a great location. The house was well stocked with all we needed. An overall wonderful experience and we are thankful to have found this listing and had the opportunity to stay here. We would recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historic church in Victorian District

Eating out with no problem. Restaurants were within walking distance. What wonderful walking it was. Postcard views everywhere. Kevin was a gracious and inviting host. He answered all the questions we needed answered. The house was extremely welcoming. We cannot say enough, good things about the church/house. It was exceptional. We loved the loft. It was a different perspective than anything we’ve ever been in. My sister has always wanted to live in a church and this will fulfilled her dream. Thank you Kevin for our wonderful stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

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