Historic Downtown Beaufort ...
Historic Downtown Beaufort ...
In the company of the beautiful port cities of Charleston and Savannah is historic Beaufort , South Carolina . Beaufort is located just 7 miles from Habersham on Port Royal Island , one of the large Sea Islands along the southeast coast of the United States . Beaufort is unique in that its entire downtown has been designated by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as a historic district .
Union troops occupied Beaufort and as a result , it was one of the few southern towns to escape destruction . More than fifty historic structures have been identified and include many lovely private homes beautifully restored and available to tour . Whether on a walking tour or by horse-drawn carriage , the romance and history of Beaufort ’ s Old Point is an experience not to be missed !
Art galleries , antique shops and modern boutiques are within the downtown walking area , not to mention fine dining and quick eateries . Regional malls and the nearby Bluffton outlet centers also help make this area a shopper ’ s dream . The moderate climate is perfect for enjoying the outdoors almost every day of the year .
Hollywood has had a longtime love affair with Beaufort and has featured the quaint town as the setting for some memorable films such as The Big Chill , White Squall and Forrest Gump . Largely unchanged by the years and celebrity influence , some refer to Beaufort as a “ mini Charleston ”, that has all the romance and charm , but maintains that small town feel .