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- IcicleCreekUnited States177 contributionsThe grounds (with self-guided tour) are beautiful and the visitor center was interesting. Our only complaint was with the house tour. The guidebooks and websites said the house tour was 45-50 minutes and the Drayton Hall website says it's one hour. However, the tour we were on lasted 90 minutes. That was too long for many on the tour. Our guide was knowledgeable and enjoyed sharing lots of details (and maybe hearing his own voice) but many in the group weren't looking for that level of detail. He didn't "read the room" very well. We also spent 20 minutes near the visitor center listening to background before going to the archeological site, then the house. This was helpful context, if a bit more than was needed, but there should be chairs for some people to sit.Written April 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Suzanne W5 contributionsThis cathedral is magnificent! Such beauty ! The church was built out of hand chiseled brownstone from Connecticut over a hundred years agoWritten May 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LostInTimePittsburgh, PA22,248 contributionsThis is a nice old church with a very overgrown cemetery. That made it feel very cool to me. I saw it on a walking tour and didn’t get to go inside.Written June 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MominOCOrange County, CA4,983 contributionsEnjoyed the architecture. Most of us didn't climb the steps due to the heat but those who did could not go inside anyway.Written June 27, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Grover RPensacola, FL22,013 contributionsFor two days, I had meetings as a part of a conference here. It is a beautiful old building on the river and made for pictures. I had no idea of any historic significance until I saw here on tripadvisor.Written February 29, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Taylor BChicago, IL8,509 contributionsMy wife and I are historians, especially the history of the Civil War, colonial America and the OId West. It allows us to travel from coast to coast and visit old mining camps, ghost towns, antebellum plantations and mansions and battlefields that reveal vivid stories of our country's past. The Ashley River Historic District is one of those fascinating stops along the way. As one of he most iconic places in South Carolina's Lowcountry, it illustrates the Palmetto State's layered cultural heritage, from its colonial beginnings in the 17th century through the mid-20th century. Drive along the 11-mile-long Ashley River Road, the oldest road in South Carolina still in use today, and you will see dry land, swamps, marshes of the Rantowles Creek and Stono Swamp watershed, historic and archaeological resources associated with the rice culture and phosphate mining of the early 18th century to the mid-19th century, the hunting plantations and timber industry preserves of the late 19th century through the mid-20th century, the Wando, Cooper, Ashley, Stono and Edisto rivers that served as the primary transportation routes in the Lowcountry, Native American trade routes, slave settlements, cemeteries and two National Historic Landmarks, Drayton Hall and Middleton Place. Other historic sites along the way are Fort Bull, Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Trestle, Runnymeade Schoolhouse, Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Old Dorchester and the Laurels. Ashley River Historic District, which covers nearly 24,000 acres, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1994.Written September 20, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Brent GMurrells Inlet, SC96 contributionsHistoric site located close to everything Charleston has to offer. Has a very nice courtyard for wedding ceremony and inside (upstairs) very nice room for dinner celebration. Note the inside is air conditioned but outside area can get warm especially in late May. The wedding we attended thought wisely to have the program printed on small fans, a welcome relief to combat the afternoon heat. As others have noted there is a noise ordinance that kicks in at 10 or 10:30 depending on the day of the week. Catered food was good, and wait staff, bartenders and help were all very nice. Need to work on their sound system though as it was dropping in and out during the ceremony which made it hard to hear parts, but overall a very nice experience.Written May 29, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Terrie JCharleston, SC3,427 contributionsI had not been in here in quite a while, but it is still beautiful. The ceiling is very high and has a special older beam design. The alter is very nice with lots of stained glass. There is a lady who can answer questions. Elizabeth came out to tell me about the repairs after Hurricane Hugo. There is a small bridal room in the back. This is a beautiful and solemn chapel on the Medical University of SC campus.Written April 30, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- thetravelorganizerTega Cay, SC619 contributionsThe Greek Revival sanctuary building was originally home to St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church (another interesting stop at 405 King Street). After St. Matthew’s moved to its present location opposite Marion Park, a small group of German Lutherans who wanted to return to their “home church” and worship in their native tongue acquired the building in 1878. St. Johannes purchased the 2½-story single house on Hasell Street next to the sanctuary for its parsonage in 1919. The church’s last pastor to reside here moved on in 2006 and the church faced a difficult decision: sell “as is” or take on an extensive – and expensive – restoration project. After years of dispute and debate, the small congregation took out a 25-year, $350,000 loan to reimagine the former parsonage as an event venue (primarily wedding) complete with English garden, reception hall, and, if desired, sanctuary. Check the church’s “Events” calendar for opportunities to visit.Written May 27, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mary MNashville, TN19 contributionsWell, it looks cool from the street and the Zillow listing - but that’s all you’re going to get. As a private residence you won’t get beyond the iron gate, which I totally respect.Written June 4, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
