Middleton Place is a piece of Charleston real estate that allows guests to step back in time and imagine what life would be like in the mid 18th and 19th century. This extensive property offers America’s oldest landscaped gardens, a house museum, stable yards, a restaurant, and an inn. Purchase an all inclusive ticket to spend a day exploring everything, or choose which parts of the property you would like to visit. This Charleston real estate sits on the banks of the Ashley River and the gardens are absolutely stunning. There is something blooming any month of the year, so come back often to see the changing landscape. Be sure to see the camellias that bloom in the winter and have been on this property for centuries. Azaleas are on display in the spring. Do not miss the roses, magnolias, kalmia, and crepe myrtles in the summer.
See Life on a Lowcountry Plantation on Historic Charleston Real Estate
The House Museum tells the story of the Middleton family, which has played a very important and active role in American history. This Charleston home has remained in the family for 320 years and has a collection of family furniture, rare books, portraits, porcelain, and silver. Take a tour to learn more about this birthplace of one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. Also visit the Plantation Stable yards, which paint a picture of life on a low country rice plantation. Watch the costumed interpreters perform the skills once done here by slaves. Also view craft artisans such as a weaver, carpenter, blacksmith, and potter on site. Home to many animals, such as Cashmere goats, Guinea hogs, Brown Swiss and Jersey cows, River Water Buffalo, and Dominique and Rhode Island Red chickens, seeing these heritage breeds are a true treat. Take a look at Middleton Place to learn more, find admission prices, and plan a visit.
