This circa 1774 house is a great example of the 18th century Charleston single house. The door, which opens directly on to the porch of the house, is called a "hospitality door." If the door was open, it signaled that you were receiving visitors. If it was closed, you were not receiving. The actual entry into the house is halfway down the porch.

Hospitality Door

This circa 1774 house is a great example of the 18th century Charleston single house. The door, which opens directly on to the porch of the house, is called a “hospitality door.” If the door was open, it signaled that you were receiving visitors. If it was closed, you were not receiving. The actual entry into the house is halfway down the porch.