Get-Aways

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A special in-depth tour for up to six persons of the historic house and grounds of Drayton Hall (a National Trust Historic Site), led by its Executive Director, George McDaniel.   This package also welcomes two persons to a one night stay at The Inn at Middleton Place including breakfast and evening reception.  While visiting, you'll also get an admission admission for two to Middleton Place House Museum, the Plantation Stableyards, and Gardens.  Take home two courtesy gifts: 1- A copy of "Voices of Drayton Hall" DVD: spanning four centuries of American history, the DVD appeals to those with interests in history, preservation, architecture, archaeology, African-American history, plantation life, and the American South - all through the epic storytelling lens of The History Channel.  2- "Plantations of the Lowcountry" cookbook, to take home and try out!

DRAYTON HALL: One of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in America, Drayton Hall (c. 1738) is the oldest preserved plantation house that is open to the public. Following seven generations of Drayton family ownership, the house remains in nearly original condition and has never been modernized, providing an unmatched look at colonial living and its builders' creative craftsmanship. From serene river views and informative landscape walks to the rich stories of its people of European and African descent down through the centuries, Drayton Hall offers visitors a unique way to experience history in a rare and evocative setting.

MIDDLETON PLACE: This was the home of Henry Middleton, president of the First Continental Congress, whose son, Arthur, was a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Today, this National Historic Landmark includes America's oldest landscaped gardens, the Middleton Place House, and the Plantation Stableyards.  The gardens, begun in 1741, reflect the elegant symmetry of European gardens of that period. Ornamental lakes, terraces, and plantings of camellias, azaleas, magnolias, and crape myrtle accent the grand design. 

INN AT MIDDLETON PLACE: offers relaxing accommodations in an atmosphere of unsurpassed natural beauty.  A recipient of the American Institute of Architects highest award, the Inn's design is a contemporary counterpoint to the adjacent 18th-century Middleton Place.

Item Special Note

Inn at Middleton Place is for one room/double occupancy.  Expires May 1, 2010, and does have black out dates (contact Inn at Middleton Place to ask about blackout dates)

Middleton Place admission is for two persons. Expires May 1, 2010.

Drayton Hall Director's Tour is for up to six persons. Invite some friends! Call to make arrangements for a mutually agreed upon time with the Director's calendar. Expires May 1, 2010.