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 NT$2,255 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
NT$2,255
NT$2,772 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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! (1,536 reviews)
The staff was friendly. The rooms and public areas could definitely use some updating.

Reviewed on 2026/2/27

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 NT$6,840 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
NT$6,840
NT$9,458 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Ok

Reviewed on 2026/2/22

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 NT$3,558 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
NT$3,558
NT$4,212 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
The upgraded room was great— roomy with all the basics for an extended stay. Clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast, and a good location added to our stay.

Reviewed on 2026/2/28

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! (1,111 reviews)
The cleanness and the quietness which I needed i would recommend it family and friends I will be booking it again

Reviewed on 2026/2/22

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! (347 reviews)
Needs some updating.

Reviewed on 2026/2/24

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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (608 reviews)
Very clean room. Easy check in and check out. Great location.

Reviewed on 2026/2/15

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

Patterson Island

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

Patterson Island

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

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

Wahoo Island

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

Wahoo Island

Reviews of Townsend

3.4
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
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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.

Cities near Townsend

Wayne County Courthouse

Jesup

Jekyll Island showing flowers and a house

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Fort Pulaski National Monument

Eulonia

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