Stoney-Baynard Ruins
The Tabby Ruins of the historic Baynard Estate
Originally built by Captain Jack Stoney in the 1790s,
the Baynard house was once a
grand antebellum plantation house
overlooking the Calibogue Sound.
The Stoney family were the first residents.
The 1,885 square feet of house was built of
timber and a mixture of oyster shells, lime and sand.
It was added to the National Register Of Historic Sites in 1994
Legend has it that the house changed hands when Stoney lost a poker game to William Baynard in 1840
The grounds include
the main house as well as slave quarters.
William Maynard raised four children at the mansion with his wife, Catherine.
When the Union forces invaded Hilton Head Island in 1861, the Baynards evacuated the property. The residence was raided and served as Union headquarters during the Civil War before being burned.
The ruins as also been known as Baynard Ruins and Braddock"s Point Plantation.
The area is a great place for a leisurely walk or bike ride, take a minute and visit this piece of history if you're ever on Hilton Head Island.
It doesn't take long to see but it's a step back in history. There aren't any accommodations, restrooms or tour guides, just you and history. It's tucked back in the Sea Pines
Resort the signs will lead you there
I'm always looking for history telling spots and this one fits the bill.
Thanks for stopping by!
Sea Pines
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Located off Plantation Drive in Sea Pines
Baynard Ruins Park is on the right just
hafter passing Baynard Cove Road and
Marsh Drive.
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