hap-bee fall weekend in charleston, south carolina

last friday after work we traveled to beautiful and historic charleston, sc for a weekend of exploring the city with our friends’ five week old baby boy, william, while they attended a wedding. we stayed right off kings street at our first boutique hotel, restoration on king – it was a wonderful experience. our room included a living room, kitchen, eating area, two bedrooms, and three bathrooms. it was lovely. and the weather was ideal- we spent almost all day saturday exploring the city- kings street shopping, art galleries on queen, battery park, the market, coffee shops – i always fall head over heels in love with this special place. 

hotel snapshots- very nice and so hospitable. 
lots of little touches throughout the day:
 leaving chocolate covered almonds, setting out robes, turning on the sound machines- & more.
standing in the spot where mr. monaco proposed and i said yes. 

every night at 5pm, restoration on king holds a happy hour with wine, cheese, olives, and beer
followed by cookies and milk at 8pm 
‘as sweet as tupelo honey’

so thankful for all of our brave veterans- esp. today
love our beautiful country
land of the free- home of the brave.

such a good boy – he loves to snuggle
every morning our complimentary breakfast was delivered in a basket
you could pick anything you wanted/placed the order on your door the night before 
i stop in this coffee shop, city lights coffee, almost every time i visit-
 the owner is super friendly, coffee is perfect, and i love all of the fun colors
carolina bbq lunch 
such an enjoyable trip with a precious baby boy
thank you for inviting us to watch your little love
we loved every second of it.  
*some boutique snapshots from the weekend coming soon*
have you ever traveled to charleston? 

if you have, what do you love most about this extraordinary southern city…

and if not, do you ever plan to travel here?
{you really should} 
xo

Comments (18)

  • Ursula

    November 11, 2014 at 2:37 pm

    That bbq lunch looks pretty fantastic! You take such awesome photos. I can't wait to travel a bit more in the states. I've only been to a few places, but there is so much charm in cities like Charleston

    1. nelle monaco

      November 11, 2014 at 11:07 pm

      Thank you so much! 🙂 You should come visit- lots of cute cities! I appreciate your sweet message!

  • Kristin DiCristofano

    November 11, 2014 at 4:51 pm

    The breakfast in the basket is perfection! I've never heard of anything like it before. Sounds like a perfect weekend getaway!

    1. nelle monaco

      November 11, 2014 at 11:07 pm

      I thought the same thing- was so happy when it was delivered. It was amazing. Thank you so much for stopping in… hope you're well!

  • Veronica Lee Burns

    November 11, 2014 at 6:09 pm

    that place sounds ideal for staying with friends! And everywhere you went looks so fun and pretty.

    1. nelle monaco

      November 11, 2014 at 11:08 pm

      It's perfect for a friends weekend … such an amazing experience! thank you so much for stopping in!! xo

  • Pink and Green Mom

    November 11, 2014 at 7:51 pm

    Glad you had such a great time here!! 🙂

    1. nelle monaco

      November 11, 2014 at 11:08 pm

      It's one of my favorite cities- thank you so much! I fall in love every single time! xo

  • Rachel Nicole | littlebluesailboat.blogspot.com

    November 12, 2014 at 2:54 am

    Every time you post about Charleston, I want to go right away! We took a cruise out of Charleston a few years ago and had a few hours to explore, but it was definitely not enough time and I vowed that I'd be back for a longer visit. Hopefully we can get down there soon to experience it more in-depth! And it seems that the hotel y'all stayed in this time is perfect for a family with a baby!

    1. nelle monaco

      November 14, 2014 at 11:45 pm

      You all would love it… you should make some plans! 🙂

  • Rachel Nicole | littlebluesailboat.blogspot.com

    November 12, 2014 at 4:01 am

    Also, just adore that photo of you and Mr. Monaco. Simply presh. <3

    1. nelle monaco

      November 14, 2014 at 11:45 pm

      Awe- thank you love!

  • Unknown

    November 13, 2014 at 1:25 am

    Charleston is on my places to visit in the US! The photographs are lovely! You make me want to go and try the yummy barbeque.

    1. nelle monaco

      November 14, 2014 at 11:46 pm

      🙂 It was delicious and I just love everything about this city… have a great weekend!

  • Unknown

    November 13, 2014 at 2:19 pm

    I would love to go to Charleston someday. It looks like they have a lot of cute local shops and restaurants. Thanks for sharing your trip!

    1. nelle monaco

      November 14, 2014 at 11:46 pm

      You should 🙂 It's so lovely… have a great weekend!!

  • Mandy

    November 14, 2014 at 6:40 pm

    Charleston is on my list of places I want to visit! I've never been to NC or SC (except to fly through Charlotte). Your post is wonderful and makes me want to go more and more!

    1. nelle monaco

      November 14, 2014 at 11:47 pm

      Thank you so much, Mandy! You should try and visit- the carolinas are so beautiful!! <3 the mountains and the beach- and Charleston is hard to beat. Have a great weekend!

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