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:

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Montage Palmetto Bluff

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"Third time we stayed at the Montage and they keep evolving. Beautiful scenery, outstanding service, every employee is so welcoming and helpful. I could not recommend this place more. Rooms have always been nice but the cottage just hits the ball out of the park. WOOOW. Food and drinks were great as usual. Can’t wait to come back."