The Gaillard-Bennett House, located at 60 Montagu Street in Charleston, South Carolina, is a distinguished example of Federal and Regency-style architecture. Constructed around 1800 by rice planter and merchant Theodore Gaillard, the house was later enhanced by subsequent owners, including James Shoolbred, Charleston’s first British consul, and Washington Jefferson Bennett, who added features such as cast iron balconies. The property was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.​

 Federal Style: The original design reflects the Federal style, characterized by symmetry and classical details.​

• Regency Additions: Under Shoolbred’s ownership, the house received Regency-style enhancements, including a portico and rusticated entrance steps.​
•  Cast Iron Balconies: Added during Bennett’s tenure, these balconies are a notable feature of the house.​
•  Photographs from the early 20th century capture the house’s elegant features, such as its cast iron balconies and garden gate, offering a glimpse into its storied past. ​

In 2019, the Gaillard-Bennett House was sold for $5.6 million, significantly below its original listing price of $12.95 million. The sale included adjacent properties and featured extensive renovations, including the restoration of a former kitchen quarters and the addition of a saltwater pool.