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Ancient church ruins with archways and old oak tree, South Carolina, USA
Church Ruins
Final Resting Place
We saw a sign for some church ruins. How could I not go? These ruins are owned by a private owner and can be walked around free of charge. Known also as the Sheldon Church or Old Sheldon Church, the building was originally known as Prince William's Parish Church. The church was built as a chapel of ease in the English Georgian style, using the Roman Tuscan or Doric order, between 1745 and 1753. The traditional understanding is that Prince William's was burned by the British in 1779 during the Revolutionary War, rebuilt in 1826, and then burned again in 1865 during the Civil War:
Lying amongst ancient oaks and scattered graves, the Old Sheldon Church ruins is a historic site in northern Beaufort County, South Carolina. Built between 1751-57, the Anglican church was primarily paid for by Lieutenant Governor William Bull, who "greatly assisted General Oglethorpe in establishing the physical layout of Savannah, Georgia." The church was partially burned during the American Revolution, only to be rebuilt and later dismantled shortly after the American Civil War. The church is often called Old Sheldon after Bull's plantation. #History
Best Western Point South

Best Western Point South

2.5 out of 5
3536 Point South Drive Yemassee SC
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Yemassee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Greate staff, very clean, dog friendly

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

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Hampton Inn Yemassee/Point South

Hampton Inn Yemassee/Point South

2.5 out of 5
139 Frampton Drive Yemassee SC
The price is £114 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
£114
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Yemassee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (797 reviews)
Great staff- clean and roomy rooms- Breakfast was great!

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Hampton Inn Yemassee/Point South
Best Western Plus Bluffton / Hilton Head Hotel

Best Western Plus Bluffton / Hilton Head Hotel

2.5 out of 5
259 Okatie Village Dr Bluffton SC
The price is £92 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
£92
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bluffton. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Okatie Creek Golf Club and Argent ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
Paid for 2 queen beds but got a king sized one. Was uncomfortable with 4 people

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

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Cozy Edisto Condo-Close to the Beach!

Cozy Edisto Condo-Close to the Beach!

Edisto Island SC
Stay at this condo in Edisto Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Plantation Course at Edisto and Edisto Beach State ...
9/10 Wonderful! (92 reviews)
The photography for this condo was very misleading. We expected lots more room. There were four of us. Once we saw how small it was, we locked it and went to Wyndham and rented something that was accurately presented to us. I would like a refund.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Cozy Edisto Condo-Close to the Beach!
Cottage: 3005 Palmetto Blvd.

Cottage: 3005 Palmetto Blvd.

Edisto Beach SC
Stay at this holiday home in Edisto Island. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Plantation Course at Edisto ...
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The Wren Guesthouse

The Wren Guesthouse

Beaufort SC
Stay at this cottage in Beaufort. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions USCB Center for the Arts and St. Helena's Episcopal ...
10/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
Wren Cottage was clean and had all the necessities for our visit. We could walk to food, historical tours, and shopping in a few minutes. The location has easy access for bike rides on the Spanish Moss trail. The cottage was an ideal location.

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

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Carolina Cider Company

Enjoy an outing to Carolina Cider Company during your stay in Yemassee. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

Carolina Cider Company

Auldbrass

You can learn about the history of Yemassee with a trip to Auldbrass. Take in the festivals in this family-friendly area.

Auldbrass

William Odom Moore Memorial Park

Explore the great outdoors at William Odom Moore Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Yemassee. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

William Odom Moore Memorial Park

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