Bluffton is a charming Lowcountry town in Beaufort County, located just minutes from popular Hilton Head Island along the banks of the May River. The lovely town is a top non-beach summer getaway spot, known for its stunning live oak trees and gorgeous Antebellum-era historic homes and buildings.

Visitors can explore the city's vibrant downtown district with its young, hip populations and delightful art galleries, boutiques, and Lowcountry restaurants. Fishing and kayaking opportunities abound along the river, while many area oceanfront beaches are only a short drive away. Unique attractions include the 18th-century Church on the River, known as one of the American South's most beautiful churches, and the Bluffton Oyster Factory, South Carolina's only operating oyster factory, which hosts oyster roasts throughout the autumn months.

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