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Located in Beaufort, South Carolina, the 17 room Rhett House Inn is a classic restoration of 19th century Southern Antebellum architecture. Offering all of the amenities that seasoned travelers have come to expect from a fine bed and breakfast, this historic Beaufort Inn is among the finest accommodations on the southeast coast. The Rhett House Inn is situated in the historic district of Beaufort, SC, a small Southern town of only 11,000 and founded in 1712, and only steps away from the celebrated shops and restaurants. The historic town of Beaufort rests on the Intracoastal Waterway in the heart of the Sea Islands and Lowcountry, and boasts an acclaimed residential, commercial and waterfront restoration. A city rich in history, southern hospitality and casual seaside charm, Beaufort has earned the moniker, "The Queen of the Carolina Sea Islands." Historic antebellum mansions, surrounded by shady live oaks dripping with Spanish moss, grace the downtown area. |
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Carefully restored quaint historic neighborhoods, marked by fabulous mansions with exquisite gardens enclosed by white picket fences and ironwork porches, abound throughout. Beaufort is one of only three National Historic Landmark Districts in South Carolina. Guests of the AAA four-diamond Rhett House Inn are afforded such complimentary services as a full Southern breakfast, afternoon tea and pastries, evening hors d'oeuvres, nightly homemade desserts and unlimited use of bicycles, beach chairs and beach towels. Choose to relax on one of the verandahs in a hammock, or get lost in a book by the fire in the main living room bounded by English and American antiques. Each guest room is unique, and adorned with plush amenities to please even the most discerning of travelers. Two of the most prestigious locations in the Beaufort SC area have partnered to offer unparalleled luxury, service, and amenities in the heart of the South Carolina low-country. All of the charm and service of the Rhett House Inn paired with the Southern hospitality and amenities of the Sanctuary Golf Club at Cat Island will make for a truly unforgettable experience. Located just minutes from the historic Rhett House Inn the Sanctuary boasts a championship golf course, elegant dining, incredible pools, fabulous tennis courts, and world class lessons in both tennis and golf. The Rhett House Inn and the Sanctuary Golf Club redefine luxury and elegance while maintaining the small-town charm that has won Beaufort the title "Best Small Town in the South" according to Southern Living Magazine's Readers' Choice Awards. |
| Special PackagesSummer Special Summertime in the South is starting to heat up and rates at the Rhett House Inn have never been hotter with this 20% off Summer Special! Beaufort is the perfect spot to beat the heat this Summer. Enjoy our shaded verandahs while sipping on a glass of ice cold lemonade, or take a short stroll to the waterfront to enjoy the coastal breezes. Early Bird Special Rhett House Inn Complimentary Picnic Basket |
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The Rhett House Inn is a 9,000-square-feet home with a two-story wrap-around piazza just one block from the Intracoastal Waterway. A short walk from the historic district shops and world class restaurants, this inn has been in operation since 1987, slowly expanding to surrounding property several years later. In all, the AAA-rated Four Diamond lodging has been in the top tier of AAA-rated properties since 1994. As travelers begin the journey into Beaufort, one can't help but begin to smile at the personality of the lowcountry, as the region is called. Small waterways meander through marsh, giant moss-covered oaks line the streets and palm trees sway in the breeze. Things are more relaxed here, and The Rhett House Inn staff makes sure that the feeling is spread throughout. Pulling into the gravel parking lot in the back, a "Back Door Friends" sign welcomes guests to enter up the five or six steps and through the door. The inn with Charleston green shutters and high ceilings exudes Southern hospitality. Upon arrival, the staff welcomes you, and since food is available almost all day long, you'll probably be able to unwind with some type of treat. |
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The parlor, dining room and three guest rooms are on the main floor. Four rooms are up the stairs and another three are downstairs in what was a storage area during the first days of the home. In all, The Rhett House Inn offers 17 rooms to guests; the other seven found in the cottage just across the street from the back of the property. If you are looking for a way to unwind after the journey in, stop by the parlor to pick out a book, a movie or lounge around reading the day's newspaper. The parlor is also where guests can find the cash bar. A collection of liquors, beers and wines, including the inn's private label cabernets, merlots and chardonnays, are displays on a buffet. The inn serves its private label wine, produced by a California vineyard, during events it holds on the grounds. The inn can accommodate weddings of 50-250 guests and can fit a 40-foot-by-40-foot tent in the garden. |
Guests awaken to the smell of bacon and fresh coffee. A few visitors relax with a cup of coffee in the parlor. Gourmet Southern Breakfast is served in the dining room and on the piazza from 8 - 10 a.m. with coffee, hot tea and coffee cake served in the parlor starting at 7 a.m. Then homemade sweets and tea are available in the parlor from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., followed by light hors d'oeuvres in the living room from 6 - 7 p.m. and then dessert tops off the day in the kitchen from 7 - 10 p.m. Guests can choose between the breakfast special - sometimes blueberry pancakes - or the Southern breakfast, complete with bacon, eggs any style, grits and your choice of bread - wheat toast, biscuit or English muffin. The grits are a must-have. True stone ground grits are a smooth, luscious taste of the South. Guests can buy a bag of them from the gift area in the kitchen, but be sure to ask for the recipe as well. |
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For guests who are ready to venture out during the day, the inn can prepare a picnic lunch. This might be an easy choice if heading to the beach, about 16 miles away. Once out there, the Shrimp Shack is just about the only restaurant around, and the line winds its way out the door there. If you are more interested in hearing the waves crash at Hunting Island State Park, but be sure to ask for the Rhett House Inn lunch to go. Bikes are also available for guests who might want to explore the historic district surrounding the inn. Additionally, horse-drawn carriage tours frequently clomp by. Once you've had your fun for the day, the inn can arrange for an in-room massage if requested 24 hours in advance. Or guests can simply relax in the hammock on the second-floor piazza. With branches that stretch along the length of the house, guests have referred to this spot as like being in a tree house. |
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Rhett House Inn is a member of the following associations:
AAA
Classic Inns of the South
Mobil Travel Club
Select Registry, Distinguished Inns of North America
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