It took two years of dedicated research to fully unearth the secrets and untold stories of this legendary Charleston landmark. 20 South Battery’s History Book shares the untold stories that shaped the estate from its conception, through its Gilded Age glory, to the fascinating lives within its walls. Dive into the full story and connect deeply with the property’s rich past, brought to life through exclusive history and rare
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Long before 20 South Battery stood as one of Charleston’s architectural gems, the land it occupies was part of a sprawling waterfront estate with sweeping views of the harbor, manicured gardens, and a quiet story steeped in both opulence and…
Step back into 19th-century Charleston, where the blazing summer sun pushed residents toward an inventive and luxurious solution: saltwater bathing houses—floating retreats on the harbor that combined cooling comfort with high-society charm. Just a short stroll from 20 South Battery,…
If walls could whisper, the grand mansion at 20 South Battery would hum with more than history. It would tell tales of love cut short, of war’s violent echoes, and of two ghosts who couldn’t be more different—one a genteel…
The story of Col. Richard Lathers and the grand transformation of 20 South Battery, Charleston In the wake of the Civil War, Charleston was a city scarred by conflict and struggling to find its footing. But in 1870, a colorful…
In the roaring 1920s, while flappers danced and cities modernized, Charleston, South Carolina, was quietly crumbling. Ancient homes, once proud and elegant, were being knocked down to make room for gas stations and “greasy modernity,” as one woman would call…
In the heart of historic Charleston, where cobblestone streets whisper stories of centuries past, stands a grand old house with a vibrant new life. The Stevens-Lathers House, built in the 1840s, is no longer just a beautiful relic of antebellum…
