Middleton Place

Welcome to a landscape where profound natural beauty and a deeply complex human history are inextricably entwined. As you stand here at the entrance of this historic estate, take a moment to breathe in the humid, sweet air of the…

You have arrived at the epicenter of the estate's residential history. Stand before the stately brick structure that currently occupies this prominent hillside. …

Turn your gaze away from the brick architecture and look outward across the sprawling, manicured green spaces. You are now standing at the edge of sixty five acres of exquisitely designed landscape. …

As you transition away from the strict geometric gardens, you enter an area dominated by awe inspiring botanical giants. Ahead of you stands a living monument of staggering proportions. …

Follow the path as it curves along the side of the hill until you reach a small, sturdy, somewhat unassuming structure partially built into the earth. This is the Spring House. …

We now approach a structure of profound historical importance, a place that requires our quiet respect and absolute attention. This modest wooden dwelling before you is known as Eliza's House. …

As you move away from the residential areas, your ears will likely pick up the sounds of animal calls and the clinking of metal. You are entering the Stableyard and the historic workshops. …

As our walking journey through Middleton Place draws to a close, find a quiet spot overlooking the water to pause and collect your thoughts. Processing the myriad of narratives we have encountered today is no small task. …