Townsend, GA

Travel Guide

Dating to the 1790's this was the home of Major Pierce Butler, an Officer of the American Revolution and one of the men who drafted the US Constitution. It was a thriving rice plantation until the end of the Civil War. . The house that is visible behind the rice mill chimney was built in 1927 by Colonel TL Huston. He was Half owner of the NY Yankees and hosted many professional ball players here, including Babe Ruth. The entire island is now part of the Altamaha Waterfowl Management Area.
Dating to the 1790's this was the home of Major Pierce Butler, an Officer of the American Revolution and one of the men who drafted the US Constitution. It was a thriving rice plantation until the end of the Civil War. . The house that is visible behind the rice mill chimney was built in 1927 by Colonel TL Huston. He was Half owner of the NY Yankees and hosted many professional ball players here, including Babe Ruth. The entire island is now part of the Altamaha Waterfowl Management Area.
Fort Pulaski National Monument
Coastal Georgia
Coastal Georgia which includes heritage elements and interior views
Best Western Plus Richmond Hill Inn

Best Western Plus Richmond Hill Inn

2.5 out of 5
4564 US Highway 17 Richmond Hill GA
The price is SAR 297 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
SAR 297
SAR 363 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Richmond Hill. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,533 reviews)
Clean room, building is a bit old, needs some updating but overall acceptable. Bed was comfy, needs new pillows but linens were clean. Staff was friendly, especially the breakfast area lady. She was right on top of things kept everything full and clean. Breakfast consists of scrambled egg, sausage ...

Reviewed on 10 February 2026

Best Western Plus Richmond Hill Inn
Jekyll Island Club Resort

Jekyll Island Club Resort

4 out of 5
371 Riverview Dr Jekyll Island GA
The price is SAR 666 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
SAR 666
SAR 959 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free parking, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Steeped in history and well preserved. Wonderful, friendly service. Beautiful!

Reviewed on 24 January 2026

Jekyll Island Club Resort
Best Western Plus Jekyll Island

Best Western Plus Jekyll Island

2.5 out of 5
700 N Beachview Dr Jekyll Island GA
The price is SAR 332 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
SAR 332
SAR 397 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Very clean room, and friendly staff. We enjoyed our stay and will stay again.

Reviewed on 2 February 2026

Best Western Plus Jekyll Island
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Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center

Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center

3 out of 5
1175 N Beachview Dr Jekyll Island GA
Book a stay at this beach villa in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,104 reviews)
The staff was very helpful and friendly The room was very nice

Reviewed on 8 February 2026

Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center
Ocean Lodge Resort

Ocean Lodge Resort

4 out of 5
935 Beachview Dr St. Simons Island GA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (341 reviews)
Given the unusually cold weather, the floor was quite cold. The bedroom was very dark with no overhead lights, only one lamp. However, nice sized unit with kitchen and 2 bathrooms. Roof Top lounge was closed but on the weekend the restaurant is open on the second floor. The food, service and live ...

Reviewed on 31 January 2026

Ocean Lodge Resort
The Sea Gate

The Sea Gate

4 out of 5
1015 Beachview Drive St. Simons Island GA
Book a stay at this beach condo in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Driftwood Beach and Demere Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (607 reviews)
Layout was good. Very large bathroom

Reviewed on 4 February 2026

The Sea Gate
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Popular places to visit

Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge

You can take time to visit Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge during your travels to Townsend. Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.

Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge

Harris Neck

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Harris Neck during your travels in Townsend. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Harris Neck

Lewis Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lewis Island during your travels in Townsend. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Lewis Island

Smallest Church in America

5/5(5 reviews)

Smallest Church in America is just one of the places to see in South Newport, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Smallest Church in America

Black Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Black Island during your travels in Townsend. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Black Island

Cambers Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cambers Island during your travels in Townsend. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Cambers Island

Reviews of Townsend

3.4
Guest rating
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5 - Excellent 15%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 30%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 40%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 5%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 10%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Only visited St. Simons Island while passing through the area. Didn't see Townsend.

5/5 - Excellent

SebCam

I enjoyed Eulonia Park Basketball court, surrounded by trees it was a very unique place to shoot some hoops, and only a very short walk to the park from Country Inn :)

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Great fishing along the river and coast

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

No idea.

3/5 - Okay

Laura

Dont expect anything els than a bed for sleep. But is what you pay

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I was just passing thru.