Welcome to The Farmhouse: A Historic Lowcountry Home in Summerville, SC
A historic Lowcountry home in Summerville, SC, with a family story, a touch of country charm, and a warm welcome.
Some homes are special because of where they are. Others are special because of the memories they hold. The Farmhouse is both—a place rooted in the history of the Lowcountry and woven into the story of my family.
A Home with A History
The Farmhouse has stood in this corner of the Lowcountry for generations. Historic property records identify the home as dating to approximately 1890, placing its beginnings in a time when life moved at a different pace, and the surrounding landscape was shaped by rural living, family farms, and close-knit communities.
Although we are still piecing together the full history of the house and the people who lived here before us, surviving Limehouse family records offer intriguing glimpses into its past. A 1942 family document refers to portions of the property by names including “Wolfe Place,” “the Pond,” and “the Lane.” These names are small but meaningful reminders that this land holds stories—some documented, others still waiting to be discovered.
Preserving the home allows that connection to continue. The restoration has been an opportunity to care for an old house, honor its character, and give it a new chapter while respecting the generations that came before us.
A young couple, Jennifer and Chris Pelayo, now own the home at 225 Stallsville Loop, and you are welcome to enjoy the paid activities they offer on their property, many of which require reservations. The animals in the pasture near the house belong to this fabulous young couple.
A Family Legacy, Preserved with Love
The Farmhouse is near and dear to my heart. My mother’s wish was that the property remain in our family, and honoring that wish has made restoring it especially meaningful. The house needed some tender, loving care and thoughtful updates to create the inviting atmosphere you will experience during your stay, while retaining the warmth and character that make an old farmhouse so special.
For me, this is much more than a house. My brothers and I spent our summers here, from our toddler years through our teenage years. Over the years, we returned to spend time with our grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins who lived around the corner and throughout the Lowcountry. The Farmhouse was a gathering place, a familiar part of our childhood, and a connection to the people and traditions that shaped my family.
My grandparents valued traditions, while my parents encouraged education, exploration, and new experiences. Those influences have stayed with me, and I have brought them together in the restoration of this home. I hope to honor the past while creating a place where guests can enjoy the simple pleasures of time together, discover the charm of the Lowcountry, and make wonderful memories of their own.
Sharing The Farmhouse with you is a way of carrying that legacy forward.
Though the house has changed over the years, its spirit of family, tradition, and hospitality remains at the heart of what makes it so special.
Farm Life Comes with a Few Sounds
Life on a farm has its own rhythm, and it doesn’t always follow a vacation schedule!
Chickens, goats, cows, and other animals don’t believe in sleeping in. The tractor and pickup truck have work to do. And occasionally, you’ll hear mooing, clucking, and goats baaing before you’ve had your first cup of coffee. The animals have personalities of their own, and there is always a little something happening around the farm. If you’re a light sleeper, sound machines are provided in the sleeping rooms to help you rest comfortably.
The pasture and front-yard flowers change with the seasons. Spring brings new growth, garden flowers, and the excitement of baby animals. Fall welcomes crisp mornings and changing leaves. Winter brings quieter fields and cozy farmhouse evenings. Each season has its own beauty, making every visit a little different.
These are all part of the authentic farm setting and the special charm of country life in the Lowcountry.
Make Yourself at Home
Whether you’re visiting to reconnect with family, explore the Lowcountry, enjoy a slower pace, or simply spend a few peaceful days away, we hope The Farmhouse becomes part of your own story.
Here, history lives alongside everyday farm life. The seasons bring their own changes, the countryside has a rhythm all its own, and the Victorian farmhouse has a new opportunity to welcome guests through its doors.
Settle in, take your time, and make yourself at home. We are delighted to share this special place with you and hope you leave with wonderful memories and a little of The Farmhouse’s history in your heart.
The Farmhouse has also allowed me to create a sense of community. You’ll find spices, olive oils, and other essentials in the kitchen. In keeping with that community spirit, I simply ask that if you use the last bit of something, you replace it. In this small way, you become part of the tradition of farmhouse living, where neighbors help neighbors.
The Farmhouse Difference
There are vacation rentals, and then there are places with a story. You’ll enjoy locally curated coffee, fresh farm eggs, homemade quiche, and homemade sourdough bread, all deliciously approved by the “Whimsical Great-Granddaughter.” The property is tucked away on the outskirts of Summerville and is the only home with a working farm in the area. Most people don’t even know this little gem exists, helping keep it serene, quaint, and wonderfully peaceful.
The Farmhouse sleeps four, with two master bedrooms featuring en-suite baths; a sitting room where you can read a book, play a game, or simply relax; a newly built powder room; a living room; and a dining kitchen. The style is farmhouse Victorian, with original rooms featuring heart-of-pine floors, tall windows, high ceilings, and bedrooms with beadboard below the chair rail and on the ceilings. It is also a home without hallways.
It is my understanding that the main room and the two bedrooms once served as a tenant house. Each bedroom had an exterior door, allowing tenants to come and go as they pleased. While the fireplaces have been sealed for decades, I hope to restore them someday. The newly renovated kitchen is well equipped for nearly any meal you would like to prepare, and the coffee and beverage bar keeps drinks separate from food preparation.
The Renovated Kitchen
Each item in the home was hand-selected by the “Whimsical Great-Granddaughter,” from new furniture additions to luxury bedding, with modern conveniences including Wi-Fi, Smart TVs, and a modern laundry room. In each bathroom, the décor was chosen to complement the bedroom and create a natural extension of its style. The Camellia Room at the front of the house features a vintage canopy bed (standard size) purchased in 1942, along with its matching pieces.
The attached en-suite bathroom has a beautiful modern ball-and-claw soaking tub, a full-size shower, a double vanity, and a crystal chandelier from a home in Decatur, GA, dating to the early 1920s. The bathroom also has a walk-in closet, through which you can access the laundry room. From the front bedroom, you can enjoy views of the heritage plants so lovingly planted by my grandmother, along with new plantings that fill in as flowers complete their life cycles and eventually disappear with time.
The Calla Lily bedroom is decorated with vintage furniture, each piece hand-selected for its beauty and function. This bedroom features a king-size bed, a woman’s vanity with a mirror, and a chest of drawers with a secret compartment. The linen selection was inspired by my mother, lovingly known as the “Nature Girl.” This room has an exterior door leading to the patio and a view of the front pasture. The en-suite bathroom features a large double vanity, a full-size shower, and an exquisite vintage crystal-and-brass chandelier.
A young couple, Jennifer and Chris Pelayo, now own the home at 225 Stallsville Loop, and you are welcome to enjoy the paid activities they offer on their property, many of which require reservations. The animals in the pasture near the house belong to this fabulous young couple.
The kitchen was also inspired by my mother, Katherine Grace, with granite countertops that symbolize sand and ocean water. The light fixtures in the dining kitchen feature leaves, another nod to nature. You’ll find a fully equipped kitchen stocked with spices, olive oils, coffee, and tea.
The front porch welcomes you with views of a yard filled with heritage flowers and a Charleston Tea bush. The rocking chairs belonged to my grandparents, and the swing was an absolute must. Although new, it brings back so many memories of swinging on the porch. Just outside the back door is an inviting patio with a vintage wrought-iron table and chairs—the perfect spot for a glass of wine, a soothing cocktail, a cold beer, and great conversation.
I hope you enjoy your stay, share The Farmhouse with others, and return often. Like a working farm and the changing seasons, the house will continue to evolve. Click here to reserve your stay directly.