Be Our Gaston's "The Garden of Good"

206 East Gaston Street, Savannah, GA 31401, United States – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.9/10! <small>(score from <b>26</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.9
Scored 9.9
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
26 reviews

The location was amazing. The owners did an awesome job making it so warm and inviting.

William United States
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Be Our Gaston's "The Garden of Good"

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Ideally located in the centre of Savannah, the recently renovated Be Our Gaston's "The Garden of Good" offers well-equipped accommodation featuring air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV. The property has inner courtyard views and is 500 metres from Cathedral of St John the Baptist and 300 metres from Monterey Square. The property is non-smoking and is set 500 metres from Lafayette Square. The kitchen has an oven, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Popular points of interest near the guest house include Forsyth Park, Madison Square and Pulaski Square. The nearest airport is Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, 14 km from Be Our Gaston's "The Garden of Good".

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Savannah, this property has an excellent location score of 9.9

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
10
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    William
    United States United States
    “The location was amazing. The owners did an awesome job making it so warm and inviting.”
  • Annabelle
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “This property is simply gorgeous. The owners have gone the extra mile to think of the little things to make your stay more comfortable.”
  • Patricia
    Canada Canada
    “I was delighted with my room. The pictures did not do it justice. Everything was perfect-including the lovely cake, variety of teas and sugars. So many little extras for our comforts. Patrick and Kelly went above and beyond as host and hostess....”
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Kelly and Patrick McAtee

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Kelly and Patrick McAtee
First and foremost, there are no hidden fees when booking our property! We charge state and local taxes because we are required to by law, and we charge a very reasonable cleaning fee. That's it. Furthermore, you are not required to do anything upon check-out. YOU are the guest, and this is YOUR vacation. Now onto the details......The “Garden of Good” is a play on words from the 1994 novel and subsequent 1997 movie, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, that was filmed in Savannah. Subtle nods to both the movie and a garden-type atmosphere are evident in the space, from the statue of "Bird Girl" to a floor-to-ceiling shower enclosed in a painted garden motif....and so much more! The space itself is our carriage house, which sits above our garage -- formerly the horse stables in the 1800s. If walls could talk, they would tell you about the "horse driver" who once worked and stayed in this very spot or about the horse-drawn carriage and how it creaked as it pulled into the space beneath you. What's so special about The Garden of Good is that it was specifically designed to bridge the beauty and integrity of the past with the modern-day expectation of what a guest would like to experience in a luxury accommodation. From the original walls of Savannah Grey brick and antique hardwood floors to luxurious linens, a Frame TV, complimentary rose and lavender sugars, and more, our guests' anticipation of being pampered while experiencing the 19th century is realized. Unlike a hotel, there is a full kitchen at your disposal, as well. And, unlike most Airbnbs, everything about this kitchen is high-end -- from the dish-ware to the refrigerator. The water is filtered; homemade treats await you; everything you need to make a real cup of coffee is already there.
Perhaps what is most interesting about us is that we traveled the U.S. for nearly nine months during the height of the pandemic, staying in Airbnbs for the entire duration. We were one of those crazy families who just up-and-sold everything (the house included) and roamed North America while road-schooling our two youngest kids. We learned so much about hosting during this experience, as you can imagine. When you go from one Airbnb to the next, you really get a sense of what works and what doesn't. Ironically, we had no idea that we'd end up buying a home in Savannah's historic district with two rentals as part of it! After a major renovation to both units, we are ready to put our "expertise" to work and try hosting on our own. Most importantly, I want people to know they are getting an inclusive experience without being nickel-and-dimed. There are pastries when you arrive. There is high-end coffee and tea. There are homemade lavender and rose sugars. There is filtered water. This is all complimentary. And, beyond all of that, the units were designed with luxury in mind. Who wants to sleep on a hard mattress with scratchy sheets, or in a hotel room whose thermostat seems to unfairly and mysteriously increase in temperature in the middle of the night? The goal of our two rentals is to deliver a luxurious experience at a fair price. Lastly, we are also avid runners and walkers, and we anticipate sharing routes with our guests. As a couple who has traveled all over the world, something we find lacking in so many hotels and rentals is information about safe local running routes. We want our guests to have this information!
The number one comment we are getting from every guest is, "Oh my God, the location!!!!" And, yes, that's true; we have an incredible location. Only one block from Forsyth Park and walkable to everything downtown, Be Our Gaston is proud to call Gaston St. home. It is a gorgeous, quintessential historic district street that is out of the fray -- unlike areas closer to the river. What most people don't realize is that Savannah's historic district is only about 2 square miles, and it is divided into north, south, east, and west districts. When here, visitors cover the entire grid multiple times because it is really that small! Our location is almost in the center of that grid, and it is a lovely place to be!
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Be Our Gaston's "The Garden of Good"
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.
  • Street parking
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Be Our Gaston's "The Garden of Good" takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:30

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 00:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Damage policy

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to USD 250 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 25

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Be Our Gaston's "The Garden of Good" in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to US$250 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Be Our Gaston's "The Garden of Good"

  • Room options at Be Our Gaston's "The Garden of Good" include:

    • Studio

  • Be Our Gaston's "The Garden of Good" is 550 yards from the centre of Savannah. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Be Our Gaston's "The Garden of Good" offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at Be Our Gaston's "The Garden of Good" is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at Be Our Gaston's "The Garden of Good" may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.