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First Look: Charleston’s Newest Boutique Inn

With a focus on old-fashioned service and fresh contemporary style, places like Zero George and the Dewberry have changed the hotel game in Charleston. The fashion-forward trend continues at 86 Cannon. The Holy City’s newest boutique inn, which began accepting reservations in February, is housed in a circa-1860 single-house in Charleston’s hip Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood. “I wanted to stay true to the original bones of the house through classic architectural detailing, but move into present day with modern furniture forms and unique finishes,” says Betsy Berry, the design mastermind behind 86 Cannon’s look.

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The 86 Cannon exterior has plenty of curb appeal.

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The owners live in the renovated kitchen house, but the back building, outfitted with a commercial kitchen, can be rented out as well.

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86 Cannon’s street-facing front door.

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The first-floor veranda.

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Citrus trees flank the front door.

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A brass guestroom doorknocker.

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A first-floor guestroom with veranda access.

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A serene third-floor guestroom in blue.

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A classic meets contemporary vanity.

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The blue guestroom’s modern bath.

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Curl up with a book on the library couches.

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The third-floor library and honor bar.

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Inside the café, where breakfast and nightly wine and cheese are served.

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The salon.

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