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Julie S of Westcliffe on April 22, 2013, wrote on TripAdvisor.com"

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BHarris63 of Panama City, Florida, on April 12, 2013, wrote on TripAdvisor:

We were in Savannah and decided to drive over to Hilton Head. We happened to see the advertisement for the plantation in a flyer and decided to go last-minute. Cynthia, the tour guide, is a direct descendent of the original owners. The home has been beautifully restored and we loved hearing the personal family history. You have the option of a glass of wine which you are allowed to carry along during the tour, and they serve lovely treats at the end and allowed free time to revisit each room and browse at your leisure. Don't miss this - it's a great way to spend a relaxing two or so hours. One of our favorite experiences of our trip!

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Alan & pricilla Densham of Ontario, Canada, wrote on April 7, 2013:

"Great Tour!"

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Andrea DeRaddo  of Willington, Delaware, on April 5, 2013, wrote:

"Thank you!  This home is beautiful."

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Lee D of Jacksonville, Florida, on April 8, 2013, wrote on TripAdvisor.com:

“Southern experience”

As you approach the home and catch a glimpse through the oaks hung with Spanish moss you know this is special. It only gets better. Cynthia welcomed us as we were guests and with a glass of wine the tour began. House is eclectic and filled with a marvellous collection from around the world. You hear the long history as you walk room to room. Finish with a full afternoon tea and the take your time to have a close look inside and outside. Definitely worthwhile and another insight into the past
                       

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Russell-Rosebud of Rosebud, Australia, on March 29, 2013, wrote on TripAdvisor.com:

“Southern experience”

As you approach the home and catch a glimpse through the oaks hung with Spanish moss you know this is special. It only gets better. Cynthia welcomed us as we were guests and with a glass of wine the tour began. House is eclectic and filled with a marvellous collection from around the world. You hear the long history as you walk room to room. Finish with a full afternoon tea and the take your time to have a close look inside and outside. Definitely worthwhile and another insight into the past      

Stayed March 2013, traveled as a couple
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Alan K of Las Vegas, Nevada, on March 26, 2013, wrote:

“Hidden Jem”

We were rained out for golf, so were looking for something to do. Book in the room mentioned Rose Hill Mansion, so after a little searching, we booked the tour. We were so glad we did! This is a restored Gothic style mansion, which is inhabited. The owners allow tours in which you tour the lower floors while being enchanted by the hostess, who is the great great granddaughter of one of the founders of the plantation. Afterwards, you're treated to a snack in the dining room, and encouraged to ask questions, go back and look at the rooms again, and even have a glass of a local wine! We thought it was the highlight of our trip.

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PeelBee of Sydney Australia on March 14, 2013, wrote this review on TripAdvisor.com:

“A Wonderful Taste of the Genuine South”

Pick your own superlatives! This place earns them all and manifests all that is great about the South. The house is superbly restored and furnished to transport you back to "Gone With the Wind". And to be escorted on the tour by the present owner and a descendant of the original owner added immensely to the experience. What's more, they invite you to wander at will, touch the ornaments and sit on the furniture - just like you're a guest in their home. And we were their guests, staying overnight in the lovely guest cottage adjoining the main house - bedroom, 2 baths, living room, kitchen and office all ours to enjoy. Wish we'd had more days to spend there - but we'll be back! . Thank you so much.. PeelBee Sydney Australia

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Peter Bradhurst of Sydney, Australia, on March 11, 2013, wrote:'

Tracey, we enjoyed our visit to Rose Hill Mansion immensely. It was a great opportunity for us to get some feeling for the history of the South and the gracious living that goes with it. The tour of the Mansion was outstanding, Cynthia was a great guide and Mrs White an extraordinarily gracious hostess.

McGarvey of Cleveland, Ohio, on March 1, 2013, wrote:

Awesome!

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Joy Michalson of Plymouth, Michigan, on February 27, 2013, wrote:

Absolutely Fabulous!

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jzosh of Hilton Head, South Carolina, on February 22, 2013, posted on TripAdvisor:

“History lesson from gracious hosts”

Our tour guide was a great great granddaughter of the original owner who built the home before the start of the Civil War. She did her homework and taught us so much about the home but also about Bluffton and the South. We were lucky to be there when the owners visited.  Top it all off with a glass of wine and some delicious treats and ends up one of the nicest afternoons we have had in a long time. Certainly worth your time to visit.

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Gerry Kissner of Zionsville, Indiana, on February 20, 2013, wrote:

...We enjoyed the tour so much & you (Cynthia) are the best tour guide we have ever had during our many travels.  Your personal stories & touches about the house & families who lived there made everything come alive & relevant.  Again thank you for that experience.

Sincerely,

Gerry Kissner

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Deborah Lee of West Chester, Pa, on February 13, 2013, wrote:

Was great!

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Antoinette Debblett of Trinidad & Tobago, West Indies, on Ferburary 12, 2013, wrote:

Great, thank you

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Sandy & Ted Tholburn of Bluffton SC on Ferburary 5, 2013, wrote:

Thank you for a great experience!

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Caitlin DePue of Bluffton SC on February 5, 2013, wrote:

Great time!

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Lee Marcacci of Alta Loma, California, on February 5, 2013, wrote,

Best tour in SC

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Dave & Anne Elson of McMurray, Pa, on February 5, 2013, wrote:

Wonderful!

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Frank & Elizabeth Pope of Sioux Falls SC on February 1, 2013, wrote:

Rose Hill is Carolina's finest!

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Betty & John Wahlig of Corning NY on January 11, 2013, wrote:

Wonderful!

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Maggie Knock of Saskatoon SK, Canada, on January 8, 2013, wrote:

Thank you for letting us tour your beautiful home!

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Scott & Jana Waltman on January 2, 2013, wrote:

Lovely.  Thanks for sharing.

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Kristen & Rochelle Jeffery of Bluffton SC on December 22, 2012, wrote:

Great tour!

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Paul & Sandy McCravey of Columbia SC on December 22, 2012, wrote:

Gorgeous!

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Joe & JudeAnn Yehl of Houston, Texas, on December 22, 2012, wrote

Wow!  Beautiful!

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Lisa Weede of Peoria, Arizona, on December 22, 2012, wrote:

Beautiful

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Micheal & Stephanie Erisiedel of Andover, Connecticut, on December 5, 2012, wrote:

Wonderful.  Very appreciative of the work that went into the restoration of this beautiful home (we know first hand what it takes).

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Larry & Holly Sowerby of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, on December 5, 2012, wrote:

Great story, house & history.  Amazing.

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Brittney Stowe of Sterling, Virginia, on November 21, 2012, wrote:

Thank you for allowing my family to visit.  :-)

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Jen Rollins of Ramansville, Pa, on November 21, 2012, wrote:

So beautiful!  Thank you!

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Linda F of Vail, Colorado, on November 20, 2012, posted on TripAdvisor:

“Loved this look into Southern past”

This unique Gothic-style plantation home has been restored to "better than new" condition, as it was never fully furnished before the Kirk family fled the Union Army in 1863. Current owners live in the mansion and a Kirk family decendant provides a riveting narrative of the beautiful home. One of the most interesting tours offered in the area.

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Barb and Tim on November 17, 2012, wrote:

Hi! Cynthia - I know you must be soooo busy today, but I just wanted to tell you how much we appreciated your expertise and your tour last evening of the Mansion and it was so nice to meet with you and reserve our date!! We are so excited to be able to have Rose Hill Mansion as our venue and appreciate the time you spent with us and all your ideas. We will be in touch and I will call you in the next week ..., but so looking forward to our wedding being held there! So happy we could reserve that date with all the history too!  And the history of the date with Caroline’s Birthday 152 years ago and that they were married there also. Tim just loves all the history and I couldn’t get over how beautiful it looks in person. So excited! Have a great evening tonight! I know it will be a great time for the fundraiser.

Thanks so much,

Barb and Tim
Tretheway/Ladd Wedding

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Stacey Rillorazio of Ontario, Canada, on November 7, 2012, wrote:

Just as I would imagine of the South

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Pamela Blahesle of Walnut, California, on November 7, 2012, wrote:

Beautiful !

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Shannon Monro of Gaylord, Michigan, on November 6, 2012, wrote:

A true treasure

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Linda Faos of Mesquite, North Carolina, on November 6, 2012, wrote:

Thank you for preserving history!

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Melissa Roberts of Hilton Head Island, SC, on November 14, 2012, wrote:

Magnificent home!

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Randy & Marcia Hunter of Bluffton SC, on November 14, 2012, wrote:

Breathtaking!

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Margaret Norris of Decatur, Alabama, on November 5, 2012, wrote:

Gorgeous!

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Bruce & Rhonda Merritt of Aurora, Colorado, on November 2, 2012, wrote:

Loved it!

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Marilyn & Lou Schroer of Destin, Florida, on October 31, 2012, wrote:

We loved it.  Great hospitality & presentation.

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Marilyn Witte of St. Louis, Missouri, on October 31, 2012, wrote"

Beautiful !

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Wayne Guirl of Simpsonville, SC, on October 30, 2012, wrote:

Very hospitable & informative tour.

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Bob & Donna Witherspoon of Latrobe, Pa, on October 29, 2012, wrote"

Wonderful house & tour.

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BRDYBNCH2010 of Niagara Falls, Canada, on October 26, 2012, posted on TripAdvisor:

“Really nice southern plantation home” 

Open for tours, but must be reserved. A little pricey, but refreshments are included. Well informed guide and lots of photo opportunity.
 

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Zach of Chicago in September 2012, wrote: 

Nice cottage and beautiful grounds! 

[review @ airbnb.com]

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 Debbie Ann Delozier on September 5, 2012, wrote on Facebook:

"My grandparents lived in this mansion as care takers in the '80s.
 

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Llisa J. Hailey on September 3, 2012, wrote on Facebook:

"Oh...this takes my breath....beautiful!!!"
 

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Donna S Everett on September 2, 2012, wrote on Facebook:

"That's about the most beautiful house I've ever seen!"
 

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Amy Singstock of Milwaukee, WI, on August 22, 2012, posted on Facdbook:

My parents, boyfriend and I visited Rose Hill earlier this year.  I just was going thru 'my year in photos' and remembered that I meant to write and tell you what a great time we had.  Not only was the tour wonderful, but so were the goodies & wine.  Both you and your guide were so hospitable and friendly - we didn't want to leave!

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Linda J Catona on August 28, 2012, wrote on Facebook:

"This is without a doubt a wonderful and informative tour I was so impressed I think i will go back before I leave !! I just love fit!! Everyone should experience the Rose Hill Mansion! "

 
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Christine Kennedy of England, on August 15, 2012, wrote:

Hi Robin,
We are the party of Brits that visited today & we we just wanted to tell you how much we enjoyed our visit.
The house restoration was magnificent & the visit was made even more special by being conducted by yourself with all your passion & enthusiasm for the project. We will certainly recommend friends to visit & wish you all the best of luck with your plans for future development. With kinds regards from the Kennedy Party.

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Randy Reynolds on August 15, 2012, wrote on Facebook:

To Mrs White I commend you on the restoration's that you have made on this find southern jem, And I should know growing up there as a boy, working and learning what it means to become a young man. And I can thank two men for that and that was John Sturgeon and my father.  And that find southern old lady that you call home may it bring you as much happiness as it has brought me over the years, I want you to know that I will always call it home.

*Note - Randy is the son of Lonny Reynolds, a former caretaker of Rose Hill Plantation House.

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Debbie Ann Delozier on August 21, 2012, wrote on Facebook:

"I have had so many wonderful times at this house.  Family Thanksgiving Dinners, Birthdays, so many celebrations with my Family here.

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edenl of Hilton Head, South Carolina, on July 14, 2012, wrote this review on TripAdvisor:

kramerkat on July 7, 2012, wrote this review on TripAdvisor:

"A wonderful rainy day during tropical storm Beryl"

Utrecht, The Netherlands on June 17, 2012 wrote on this review on TripAdvisor:

[Translation]:   Great Experience:

I have very much enjoyed and was very impressed with how the slaves once lived.  The tour of the House was also very interesting.  Found it also very nice that here the series north and south.  Definitely worth to go view.

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HapyGuy of Bluffton, South Carolina, on June 9, 2012, wrote  this review on TripAdvisor:

"Old time charm and a good story"

Happen on this experience. I am a huge fan of the Ashley River Plantations especially Middleton, so when I saw this on Tripadvisor I decided to give it a go, I was not disappointed. Very good tour, relaxed and extremely informative. It is expensive in my mind.

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Pat Farrand of Bluffton, SC, on April 25, 2012, wrote the following on the rosehillresidents@googlegroups.com:

A Southern acquaintance once asked, after my move from CT to the South, "How could I leave my family and land." Well, it's cold up there and my family is scattered over the US. Bluffton was such a beautiful place, I had to relocate here. I learned a lot more about my new Southern land when the RH Lunch Bunch enjoyed a delicious lunch and tour of the RH Mansion. Cynthia Glendinning, a direct descendent of the original owners of the Mansion, gave a highly detailed and enjoyable tour. We really are lucky to live in this beautiful and historic place. We are fortunate that the Whites have graciously opened their home so all of us can enjoy and appreciate the meticulous and extensive reconstruction, and historic research they have done of their unique property. Everyone in RH should tour at least once. It is the story of the land we call RHP. We should all learn more about it.
 
Enjoy and be proud of Rose Hill Plantation. 
 
Pat Farrand

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Erin Rollins on March 10, 2012, wrote:

"I don't think that I could imagine a more beautiful wedding than the one I had at Rose Hill! The staff there is outstanding and the landscape is simply beautiful! I would choose them every time! They made my wedding an absolute dream!"

[review on BestSavannahWeddings.com]

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Gloria Tuten of Robertville, SC, on March 5, 2012, wrote:

Cynthia,

Thank you for the wonderful job you did hosting my 70th birthday. The whole day & the time we shared ranks high on my list as one of the mosts wonderful days of my life!! Your tour, the beautiful house,  the delicious food and the love that I felt from family & friends made everything perfect! I would like to come back someday & take another tour.

Sincerely,
Gloria Tuten
Robertville Baptist Church
Robertville, South Carolina                  

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Peggy Vojuodich of Steubenville, Ohio, on February 12, 2012, posted on TripAdvisor:

Hello Cynthia & Robin,

Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed the tour of Rose Hill Plantation. The house was so beautiful & I enjoyed all the history. Also, the antiques made it feel like you went back in time. I believe Rose Hill Plantation was the highlight of our vacation.

Peggy Vojuodich
Steubenville, Ohio

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Ruby Irvin on February 12, 2012, wrote:

Dear Robin,

My daughter, three cousins & myself  visited your beautiful home last August & enjoyed it tremendously. You made our visit so worth our time...   If ever we are back in Georgia or South Carolina we will definitely schedule another visit.  Again, thank you for a wonderful part of our vacation.

Sincerely,
Ruby Irvin

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Heather Wilcauskas of Hilton Head, SC, on February 2, 2012, wrote:

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lowcountryblonde of Bluffton, SC wrote this review on Trip Advisor:

Reviewed January 24, 2012

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Skinzin Makeup on January 14, 2012, posted on Rose Hill Mansion's Facebook Wall:

"Thank you for having us the other night!  The mansion is just gorgeous!"

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Ddlybarger of Massachusetts wrote this review on Trip Advisor:

Reviewed 5 January 2012 about visit of July 2011

"Don't Jiss This Opportunity"

Probably one of the best house tours we have taken... seriously! The home owners are the tour guides so they have personally lived everything bit of the careful and detailed restoration process of the home. It's incredible to see what this husband and wife team have done to bring this magnificent property to its former beauty. From the moment we arrived and were greeted with a complimentary glass of wine to the end of the tour we were truly amazed at the passion these two have for the property. A must see!
 

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Amy Singstock of Milwaukee, WI, on December 6, 2011, wrote:

To: The Whites & Ms. Kirk (Cynthia),

  Just a note to tell you how much we enjoyed the tour, hearing about the history, and the delicious refreshments after the tour.
 
 My husband and I were very happy with our choice to see Rose Hill on 11/11/11. We talked about it for days after. Also, kudos to the baker on the pumpkin squares. Just delicious!

 Thank you for opening your home up and sharing the history.

Don & Wendy Moyer
Aiken SC
 

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Cake_of_Liberty of Washington State wrote this review on Trip Advisor:

*****  5 Stars    Reviewed October 18, 2011

“Gorgeously restored, with such a friendly tour!”

My brother and his wife wanted to tour a plantation house. Of course, they were none around Savannah, but they found the Rose Hill Mansion, so we drove up. We were offered a beverage while getting checked in and paid. I tried a sweet wine from the area. What I liked about the tour was that it was informal and laid-back. We were allowed to sit on the furniture (how personal) while Cynthia entertained us with the history of the house, it’s occupants and their struggles. The house is beautiful itself, but it is also loaded with beautiful items. They have pictures of the mansion after the fire, so we could appreciate all the work that went into its loving restoration.

After the tour ended, we were allowed to wander the grounds (and back through the house). But before we went outside, we were surprised with an offer of beautiful food and drink: peach tea (fabulous), lemonade, and a lot of home-baked goodies, including pie and cookies. I had peeked in the kitchen and marveled at their old-fashioned appliances. We got to meet Mrs. White in her kitchen. While we were chatting, I mentioned the appliances. She showed me that they were modern appliances with a façades. We were all four really pleased with the tour.

(photos by Ask_Cake_of_Liberty, courtesy of www.tripadvisor.com)
 

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SavantIII 11 of Centerville, Ohio, wrote this review on Trip Advisor:

***** 5 Stars    Reviewed October 18, 2011

SOUTHERN ELEGANCE”

Rose Hill Mansion is a living museum. The demographic who appreciates history, architecture, restoration, and family stories will truly enjoy this experience. Perhaps this is not the best tour for children. Rose Hill Mansion was constructed prior to the civil war, and was occupied by union forces. Rose Hill Mansion was not on Sherman’s list of destruction, although a construction error in 1987 resulted in terrible damage. Rose Hill Mansion has been restored.

We have enjoyed the privilege to visit many historical properties in the U.S., Europe, and China. Rose Hill Mansion is a fine day visit from Hilton Head. 

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Larry Sterpka of Kent, Ohio, on September 28, 2011, wrote:

Robin,

My name is Larry Sterpka and my wife, Betty, and I took the tour of Rose Hill Mansion.

We wanted to let you know what a wonderful job both Cynthia and Lacey did to make us feel at home.

Lacey was very sweet and friendly, representing your business very well.

Cynthia was an absolute sweetheart.

She was so friendly and her knowledge of the history and willingness to share numerous anecdotes made the Rose Hill Mansion tour a highlight of our trip to Hilton Head this year.

Both young ladies are wonderful at what they do.

Beautiful gems.

We wanted you to know how much we enjoyed and appreciated them.

Thank you for your time. 

Sincerely,
Larry & Betty Sterpka
 

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Andy Jacobs of Cedar Grove, NJ, on August 16, 2011, wrote:

"fantastic tour, information & goodies!"

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A Group from Paris, France, on August 6, 2011, wrote:

[translated from French]: "A very good memory of South Carolina and this jewel set with diamonds remains."
 

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Mr. Pawel Snyder of Poland, on August 6, 2011, wrote:

"Thank you for the wonderful tour!"
 

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Dave & Yvonne Oliver of Palmer, Alaska, on August 3, 2011, wrote:

 "Loved the experience!"

[Here with Porche group]
 

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Tommy & Joan Conch of Perry, GA, on August , 2011, wrote:

"Fantastic Place !"

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Kathy Bourassa of Jupiter, FL, on July 19, 2011, wrote:

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Michael Caudill on July 11,2011, wrote:

Just in case you scrapbook, and I suspect you might, I am sending you a photo of our daughter-in-law playing your piano. Her name is Erin Mays Caudill (Mrs. Marshall Caudill). We visited you Wednesday, July 6. It was a pleasure to see your beautiful house and hear your narrative.
Thank you,
Michael Caudill

[Please see "Tour" section for larger photo with more information]

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Deborah & David Lybarger of Plymouth, MA, on July 6, 2011, wrote:

The South at its finest!  Thank you.

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Lynne & Tony Rodwell of Plymouth, England, on July 6, 2011, wrote:

A fantastic house.

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Nancy Clayton of Lexington, Kentucky on July 1, 2011, wrote:

Cynthia was very gracious!

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Patricia Steele of Virginia on May 26, 2011, wrote:

Mary V. Raffaele of Massapequa, NY, on April 27, 2011, wrote:

Paul Seagrave on April 20, 2011, wrote:

Barbara Long of Lakewood, Colorado on March 6, 2011, wrote:

Hello Robin:
 
I hope you didn't think I had forgotten about my promise to e-mail you the two pictures I took of you. I came back to Colorado very ill with the cold/flu virus that seems to be bothering so many. It took all I had just to get through the work days.
 
Today I had enough energy to sit down, review and edit the Rose Hill Mansion photos I took. I have attached those of you, some I took of the house and grounds, and even one of myself on the steps. I'm sure you have many, many photos, but I fell in love with the house and all that it means to you and your husband; I couldn't resist sharing these photos with you. I completely understand your passion for this wonderful, regal structure. And the grounds are so beautiful, even at this time of year.
 
I send well wishes to you and yours.

With Warm Regards,
 
Barb Long
Lakewood, Colorado                              (photos right courtesy of Barbara Long)

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Bill Kirk of Overland Park, MO on March 3, 2011, wrote:

This post [ http://www.rosehillmansion.com/kathryn_kirk_tribute.html  ] was written by Robin White, of Rose Hill Plantation in Bluffton, South Carolina, for the subscribers to their website, http://www.rosehillmansion.com. With her husband Rusty White, they have spent years to restore the plantation home to its former glory. 

Since the time we “discovered” the Whites a few years ago, Kathryn’s work and friendship with them, and the kindness and love they showed her, enriched the last years of her life in ways they will never know.  I can never thank them, along with Robin’s parents, Ann and Robert Sumners, enough for how much joy they gave to her life. Kathryn and I are very proud to consider all these fine people as cherished members of our family.

If you are ever near Bluffton, which was originally called Kirk’s Bluff, please try to see the home.  Any mention of Kathryn will ensure you receive very special treatment.

Bill Kirk

[ brother of Kathryn Kirk ]

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Lynn Hummell of Bluffton, SC, on February 2, 2011,  wrote"

Jo Ann Kingsley of Beaufort, SC on December 20, 2010, wrote:

Fran, please convey to Robin and Rusty how much we enjoyed coming to Rose Hill on the tour on Saturday.  Your hospitality was perfectly in keeping with that beautiful home.  I am sure the tour was worthwhile for you as well because I know several people who are returning with guests.  Thanks again.

Tisha Johnson Martin on November 23, 2010, wrote:

My husband, son and I LOVED the ghost tour we attended last month! The history and ghost stories were great! A must for all Rose Hill residents!! I want to attend again soon :)

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Pamela Ryan of Bluffton, SC, on October 20, 2010, wrote:

Hi Robin,
 
I never got around to thanking you for your fabulous tour back 
in May. I wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed it and could 
have listened to your stories for a few more hours!! :)
My cousin, I brought with me from Arizona, was intrigued and 
loved every minute of it.
 
My sister is here now visiting from Oregon and I would love to 
bring her over.  Do you have any tours scheduled between now and the 29th?
 
Thanks,
Pamela Ryan


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Jerry Meyer of Coldwater, Ohio, on October 20, 2010, wrote:

Jeanette Ruano on October 19, 2010, wrote:

David H Gwaltney on August 19, 2010, wrote:

I wanted to share this painting with you, my family took your tour a year ago. Just finished the painting....David

Hi Robin, so glad you liked the painting....this original was created on my iPad and titled it "The Note". ....finger painted...  All my current work in online at www.flickr.com/dgwaltney

                                                                                                                         (For larger image of this painting .....

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Felice Boehmcke on August 18, 2010 wrote:

Hello Robin,

I just wanted to thank you for a very lovely day yesterday.  All of the ladies were so impressed and just loved your tour and your beautiful home.  Many of us are new to the south and are eager to learn all about our new surroundings and its beautiful history.  We are all planning to come back in January to see the holiday decorations and I am really looking forward to that.

Thanks again for everything.

Felice

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Karen Kirk Reeder on August 1, 2010, wrote:

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Mindy Sauer on July 28, 2010, wrote:

Robin,

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Judy and George Reuscher of Bluffton, SC on July 23, 2010, wrote:

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William Taylor of England on July 7, 2010, wrote:

Dear Mrs. White,
just to say many thanks for the tour yesterday.
Fascinating, and do hope that over time you manage to complete your amazing project to your complete satisfaction.
Yours,
William Taylor and family.
 

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Cecelia Shannon of Stone Mountain, GA on June 4, 2010, wrote:

Karen Renfold on May 26, 2010, wrote:

Dear Robin,
Once again thank you for the most enjoyable afternoon! Your wonderful 
tour, full of historical information is so interesting we wanted to 
say forever! Thank you for sharing many of your ghost sotries with 
us!  My friends loved it all!
Fondly,
Karen Penfold
 

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Jill Tillison on May 27, 2010, wrote:

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Deleane Miller on May 20, 2010, wrote:

[Enclosing] a picture for you from our visit.  We had a wonderful time.  Thank you so much for your southern charm.

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Hi Robin,

Lenore & Bob Langlois of Iowa on May 6, 2010, wrote:

We toured your beautiful mansion on April 28, 2010.

I was there with my husband Bob, my sister Diane & brother-in-law Hugh. We were in South Carolina celebrating our 50th & my sister's 40th wedding anniversaries.  We saw many sites but we were most impressed & pleasantly surprised by your gracious  hospitality.  We felt like family! 

The treats were not expected, but we enjoyed them & they were delicious!

Thanks for being the highlight of our trip! 

Lenore & Bob Langlois (Iowa)
Diane & Hugh Smith ( Illinois)
 

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Amanda Schielke of Manhattan, KS on April 8, 2010, wrote:

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Rene & Tim Brodeur of Winter Springs, FL on April 7, 2010, wrote:

Tim & I enjoyed your tour immensely. You are a treasure! Thanks again  for waiting for us to arrive. We hope something wonderful comes your  way on your birthday. We do think that you have found many wonderful  things in life already though. Enjoy!

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Polka Dot Petunia on April 1, 2010, wrote:

I'm finally home after a wonderful trip to South Carolina and Georgia for Spring Break. My mom and I had a fabulous time with Carol, my mother-in-law. We did the 75th Home and Garden tour in Savannah. The homes, furnishings, gardens, and owners were over the top. The history is unbelievable! We spent time in Savannah, Hilton Head, Bluffton, Beaufort, and Sheldon.

[posted on her blog - http://thepolkadotpetunia.blogspot.com]
Photo by Polka Dot Petunia

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Bonnie on March 25, 2010, wrote:

Robin,

Thanks so much for a wonderful, educational afternoon.  Our group had a great time!  You are as amazing as your beautiful estate :o)

Bonnie

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Ron May on March 24, 2010, wrote:

We enjoyed the tour.  It's a beautiful place.

Ron May

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Time Green on March 24, 2010, wrote:

Hi Robin,

I was part of your tour Tuesday 3/16/2010.  We all greatly enjoyed your tour and your trip through history you so vividly portrayed during the tour.  When my wife and her friend were planning on visiting your plantation house I had NOT planned on going, but I had a internal prompt that kept nagging at me to go ahead and go with them, and as they were leaving I quickly got my things together and said I was going with them. I'm very glad that I did.

We enjoyed the "handson" approach of the tour, being able to get up close and personal with your home and its relics, too often we've been in similar situations with everything roped off etc ... so this was a pleasant treat.

Time Green

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Karen E. Penford on March 13, 2010 wrote:

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Un-Reconstructed String Band on March 10, 2010, wrote on their webpage photo album:

"Thanks Robin....That was a great event!  Your house is awesome.  Great to hear from you!  Hope all is well with you and your family.  Please tell your Dad hello from all of us.........Susie
 

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Doug & Sheila Beesley of Ontario Canada on March 4, 2010, wrote:
 

Robin:

Just a note to thank you for the great tour that you gave of your home on Wednesday February 24th, 2010 to my family.
 
We thoroughly enjoyed the history, your beautiful home, and the refreshments that you provided to us during our visit.
 
Also while we were  there, I purchased a print of your home, and have since had it framed and hanging in my home, to share the history on how I obtained it, and carefully got it back to Canada.
 
We hope to come back to Hilton Head Island next February 2011.
 
Thank you again.
 
Sheila, Doug, and Robin Beesley
Barrie, Ontario.
L4N7E8
Canada

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Marietta Winchester on March 3, 2010, wrote:
 

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Pat and Dave Wood of Strasburg, Ohio on February 15, 2010, wrote:

Visiting The Rose Hill Plantation Mansion was without a doubt a magnificently wonderful experience. We enjoyed the history and picturesque setting as Ms. Robin took us back in time and shared her home with us. A combination of here and now with there and then was what settled into my mind. I gazed at not only Robin and her family ancestry, but the love that went into restoring this wonderful home and maintaining its ancestry.

I certainly could go on about all of the fabulous paintings, décor, antiques and so on, but I just want each of you reading this to take the time to go to Rose Hill Plantation. You won’t be sorry.

Thank you so much Robin for sharing another look at the history of the “old south”.

Pat and Dave Wood

Strasburg, Ohio

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"buddygirl" of New Jersey on February 12, 2010, wrote:

Fabulous Home and Tour. The best part is the owner conducts the tour herself. Robin is a an enjoyable hostess - so informative and knowledgable about the history of the plantation and local area. The personal touch she adds is so rare in todays world. We had a party of 9 people adults, teenagers & kids and she kept all of us entertained. The tea party at the end of the tour was a wonderful end to a fabulous tour. 

• Stayed February 2010, traveled with family

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John Maxwell on February 8, 2010 wrote:

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Mary McDonald on November 30, 2009 wrote:

We thoroughly enjoyed the tour of your lovely home, and will be visiting it again in the future.

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Carol Brown on November 26, 2009 wrote:

A belated note of thanks for the outstanding tour you gave our group last month.  They were greatly impressed by your knowldege of the history of your beautiful home and the Bluffton area.  We were also astounded by the tremendous amount of work you and your husband have put into the restoration of Rose Hill Mansion.  It is truly a work of art.  Thank you again for a most memorable morning. 

Carol Brown

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Jamie Tresch on November 20, 2009 wrote:

Hello Robin:

Thank you again for the brief history of Rose Hill you gave us and for opening your home to the public to provide such a beautiful setting for a wedding. 

Regards,

Jamie Tresch and Rachael Spiropoulos

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Dianne Carr on September 29, 2009 wrote:

Thank you for the lovely tour of your home in Bluffton on September 25th. You were so gracious and did an excellent job of conveying your excitement at restoring the home and adding your own personal touches. You helped make our first trip ever to South Carolina very memorable.

I mentioned to you that day that we live in the home my grandparents built in Utah. While at 73 years old, it is certainly not "old" in the sense of your home, but it is very much like the home I remember as I grew up just a block away from the home. We are keenly aware of the historic nature of the home and try very hard to preserve it. It also has some lovely gardens surrounding it, although it is a smaller piece of property located in the heart of our community which was founded by Mormon pioneers in 1850. My husband is a master gardner, and he does a wonderful job with the 250 rose bushes, the lily pond with fountain and the gazebo and many other plants. We also mix fruit trees and other edibles among the ornamentals. Our home and especially the garden, are the site of many gatherings such as family get togethers, neighborhood parties, church parties, benefit garden tours and wedding receptions. So you can see, we have just a taste of the effort you put into maintaining your lovely home. You are welcome to visit if you are ever in the area.

Again, thank you. We will certainly recommend your tour to anyone visiting the area. May you be blessed in your future restoration and preservation efforts.

Dianne Carr

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Leo Ruffing on September 27, 2009 wrote:

MS White,

My wife and I really appreciated our visit to Rose Hill.

Blessings,

Leo Ruffing
Chaplain for Korean War Veterans Assoc.

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Glynis Chapman on Septrember 22, 2009 wrote:

Robin, I wanted to write and thank you for the wonderful time my sister and I had when we recently visited Rose Hill. We were not sure quite what to expect but Bronwen wanted a "Gone With the Wind" experience and you certainly delivered that with your very own personal story and beautiful home. You and your husband have worked so hard to restore your home and I wish you continued success in giving the tours.

The area was fabulous to visit and your home really helped us envisage how life must have been during the plantation years.

Thanks again for a super afternoon and good luck and best wishes for the future.
Glynis Chapman.

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Joy Snider on August 10, 2009 wrote:

Thanks again for the tour of your lovely home & grounds when we were visiting South Carolina last week.  We enjoyed it so much.  May God richly bless you.

Sincerely, Joy Snider

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Jim Ellington on July 29, 2009 wrote:

Ray Mullaney, Rose Hill Plantation, Bluffton, SC onJuly 25, 2009 wrote:

Thanks for the wonderful update on the history of Rose Hill and its mansion.  I truly enjoy your stories, and I am sure that all of the residents appreciate them as much as my wife and I do.

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Kathy Haeffner on July 25, 2009 wrote:

I truly hope you are keeping these wonderful writings and plan to publish them for future lovers of local history.  Your work of love and talent for the telling of the tale should not be lost.  I, like many, enjoy every story.  Keep up the great quest!

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Mary Ann McLane on May 6, 2009, wrote:

Dear Robin,

The ladies of Candlelight Lane thank you for your generous hospitality.  We truly felt at home.  I'm enclosing some pictures I think you will enjoy.

Sincerely,

Mary Ann McLane

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Shirley McDonald on April 15, 2009, wrote:

Dear Robin,

Thank you for taking the time to show us your beautiful home.  It is a great credit to you and your husband.
You have done such a beautiful job.
I hope to come back again some day.

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Mary J Ticknor of Bluffton, SC on April 10, 2009 at 10:52 AM wrote:

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Randi Holm-Hansen of Norway on April 10, 2009 at 8:05 AM wrote:

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Leslie Reece on March 31, 2009 at 4:25 PM wrote:

My family and I truly enjoyed your presentation of your lovely home.  My youngest son, Harry, (age 9) was entranced by the Civil War swords 
and artifacts. Catherine, (age 10)  wants a wedding gown exactly like your beautiful family heirloom. Our eldest, Sally, (age 11) was in 
awe of the beautiful mantels in your home. My husband and I were  equally impressed with your vast knowledge of the low country. Your 
hard work and dedication was evident to all. We are greatly  appreciative of the time you spent with us. It was a lovely way to  spend the afternoon.

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Leanne & Brian Flood of Caledon East, Ontario on March 24, 2009 at 5:59 PM wrote:

We really enjoyed our tour of Rose Hill today.  Your personal involvement and passion helped to make it one of the best house tours we've taken.

Many thanks and all the best in your future restoration work.

Leanne & Brian
Sue & Bob

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Ann Morgan of Bluffton, SC on March 20, 2009 at 4:25 PM wrote:

Thank you again for the most informative tour and a thoroughly delightful afternoon.  My mother and her friends enjoyed it also (it was the perfect birthday gift for an 80 something who has all she needs!)

Deena Ewertt on March 13, 2009 at 6:27 PM wrote:

Robin,

Nancy Chiles Burnett, Falls Church, VA  on February 12, 2009 at 11:32 AM wrote:

Our group of five loved being with you yesterday.  You offered so much information and in such a relaxed and personal way.  (We liked the peach tea and cookies too!!!)  Our very best wishes to you and your beautiful home. 

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Nick & Nora of Williamsburg on January 15, 2009 at 6:15 PM wrote:

Robin,

Nora and I would like to thank you for showing us around your home.  We enjoyed the experience.  We would also like to thank you for your kindness of sharing snacks and your kitchen. 

Thanks again, Nick and Nora

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Debra & John Ciempa, Lakeland, FL  on December 22, 2008 at 10:11 AM wrote:

We toured Rose Hill the first week of December while on vacation in Hilton Head. This was one of the most favorite things we did!! Robin was just so personable and attentive. We could tell she definitely is very dedicated to the history and day to day operations of this place, and to making it a success. It is just beautiful, especially with all the Christmas trees, etc. I would highly recommend the tour to anyone visiting this area. We intend to visit that area again, and I am sure we will stop by again!

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Kippi McColloch on December 16, 2008, wrote:

Dear Robin,

   I want to say agin how much I appreciate your opening and sharing your magnificent home to me.  It was a special rememberance of my sweet Granny and one I will hold close to my heart during this holiday season.  I hope you and your have a great Christmas and I look forward to seeing you again!

Truly,

Kippi

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Marie Harvey, Dawsonville, GA on December 12, 2008 at 2:33 PM wrote:

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Kay and Stan Hoveland, San Dimas, CA on November 26, 2008 at 05:52 PM said:

We had the good fortune to tour the house with Robin on November 21 during our week's stay at Hilton Head Island. My husband and I agreed that this was the most personal experience in a home, mansion or castle tour we have ever had. Robin took the time to answer our questions and share the history of the house in a way that held our interest completely. The efforts of the Whites for making history stay alive are commendable. This wonderful experience should not be missed.

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Donna Fontana-Smith on November 18, 2008 at 08:34 PM said:

My husband and I visited Rose Hill Mansion last month and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Robin White is a delightful hostess and it is quite obvious that she loves her home and it's history. If we're ever back in the area, I'm sure the mansion will be on our list of things to do.
 

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Jim Claflin on October 6, 2008, wrote:

Robin and Rusty,

We are appreciative of your time and effort in your personal tour of Rose Hill.  My Mother spoke often in her later years of the time her family lived at the Plantation house and my grandfather farmed the land as overseer for Mr. Walker.  It seemed an especially sweet time for her even though only a brief period.

Our visit was a highlight of our trip.

Jim and Ruth Claflin

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 Patty Tweedle, Branson, MO on October 4, 2008 at 8:25 AM said:

Dear Robin, 

Patty here...we met yesterday on the lovely tour of your home.  I just had to write and tell you what my son Jake said...."Mom, I've loved being here in So. Carolina, vacationing with you and seeing my new school...playing a couple rounds of golf, but the highlight was Rose Hill Mansion."   What do you think of that?!

I am simply astonished at all that went into making Rose Hill Mansion the model of historic beauty that it is today....you and your husband must be so fulfilled knowing that 'you did this'!!  My husband and I had our home built from 'scratch' and that was one heck of an undertaking...hats off to you both for perservering and giving Bluffton something very, very special.

Sincerely,

Barbara Tweedle

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Mark and Nancy Sumners, Acworth, GA on September 25, 2008 at 01:25 PM said:

We have never seen a house quite like it!! We were amazed how far it has come from the fire to where it is now. Full of antiques, pictures, and antebellum beauty, this is a "must see" while in the Hilton Head area. Robin gives a wonderful tour, and you get a surprise at the end( I won't spoil it for her). Trust me, you will be pleased and surprised by how much you will enjoy this. Civil War buffs...you HAVE to see this place. One of the best tours we have taken, ever.

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Mary Beth Marquard on September 16, 2008 at 4:03 PM said:

I live in Ohio (Yankee, but you said you love us) and wish I could come over and visit for peach tea (Delicious) or even to help around the mansion. 

Jeanette Tylor of Bluffton, SC on August 16, 2008, wrote:

Hi Robin!

 

I was one of the lucky ladies who attended your tour of Rose Hill Mansion this morning. It was, without a doubt, the very best tour of an historical site I have ever visited. Your passion for your beautiful home is unequalled. I'd be willing to bet if I were to visit again (and I promise you I will) I would hear even more wonderful treasures that you store in your heart. Your presentation is so genuine and heartfelt and a welcome departure from the typical tours with the rehearsed spiel. You have an amazing talent and we are so very fortunate to have you as our neighbor.

 

I can't thank you enough for sharing your dream with us.

 

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Gail Nettles on December 21, 2007 at 8:07 said:

 

It was a beautiful home to see on the computer.  Especially since my husband's great grandfather worked as a carpenter at the Rose Hill plantation.  He was Henry David Nettles and he lived in Bluffton.

 

Gail

 

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Jean F. Guilleux on September 27, 2007 at 6:14 PM said:

 

Dear Robin,

 

On behalf of the members who visited your mansion today, I'd like to thank you for being such a knowledgeable and enthusiastic hostess.  You and your husband can be proud of this achievement.  And thanks for making History come alive.

 

With my sincere thanks for a wonderful visit,

 

Jean F. Guilleux

www.ASSC.net

Archaeological Society of South Carolina

President, Hilton Head Chapter

 

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Carolyn Hancock of Beufort, SC on July 26, 2007, wrote:

 

Dear Robin and Rusty,

 

Thank you for the wonderful day.  We so enjoyed visiting your lovely home and the Low Country lunch was delicious.  It was very generous of you to invite all of us.  Thank you for your gracious hospitality.

 

Al and Carolyn Hancock

 

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Priscilla Perkins of Beaufort, SC on July 25, 2007, wrote:

 

Thank you so much for the outstanding event at Rose Hill Plantation last Saturday.  How gracious of you to open your lovely home and grounds to such a large crowd!

 

The unveiling of the historical marker was most impressive and I am sure the period music was enjoyed by all.

 

Sincerely,

Priscilla Perkings

Member: Stephen Elliott Chapter, U.D.C.

 

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Anita Henson of Beaufort, SC on July 24, 2007, wrote:

 

Dear Robin & Rusty,

Thank you both so much for a wonderful day at Rose Hill.  We all enjoyed the band and the interesting house tour.  You have done a great job restoring and decorating the mansion.  Thank you again for including all of the SCV and UDC members and spouses in this great celebration.

Come visit us next time you're in Beaufort!

Love,

Anita & Jody

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Carolyn Arnold on July 23, 2007, wrote:

 

Dear Rusty & Robin,

 

Thank you for inviting us to your beautiful home on Saturday.  Ya'll have a lot of love in your home.  You should have it displayed in Southern Living magazine!

 

Truly, it was a delightful visit and thank you, again, for inviting us.  Looking forward to seeing ya'll in October.

 

Ed & Carolyn Arnold

 

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Barbara Connelly of Bluffton, SC on July 23, 2007, wrote:

 

Dear Robin,

 

Pete and I wanted to thank you and Rusty for being so kind as to share your beautiful home with us all.  How grand it must be to have so much history under your feet and to be in a situation where you are able to attempt to return it to its former glory.  You are both to be commended.

 

We didn't have the opportunity of actually meeting either of you, but perhaps that will happen one day.

 

Each day as we drive by and admire your home and your property, our appreciation is enhanced just knowing what your home looks like on the inside and knowing how gracious the owners are.

 

Once again, many thanks to you and to Rusty.  We thoroughly enjoyed the day.

 

Sincerely,

Barbara

 

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Kitty Canling wrote:

 

Dear Robin,

 

I wanted to thank you so very much for allowing the ECW ladies at St. Helena's to use your house on the Spring Tour.  It was fun for the flower committee to make arrangements for your house and to see it before the tour started.  We had wonderful feedback on how much fun people had.  It was very generous of you all to open your house to all those people, and for that we thank you!

 

Sincerely,

Kitty

 

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Lois Lunardini on May 16, 2007, wrote:

 

Dear Robin,

 

It was such a pleasure to see Rose Hill Mansion House.  You were such a gracious hostess.  It was expecially great to learn the history behind the house.  Thank you for your time.  Your home is so lovely.

 

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Carol Jelen of Bluffton, SC on May 6, 2007, wrote:

 

I had such a wonderful time touring your beautiful home with the Deer Haven Red Hat Divas.  The tour you gave us was very interesting and informative.  You were such a gracious hostess.

 

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Mariah Moryl wrote:

 

Dear Robin & Rusty,

Thank you so much for all of your kindness.  Our wedding was a million times better than we ever dreamed of.  I promise to call you and set up a time to show you the pictures when I get them.  Thanks again.

 

Mariah & Jeremiah Moryl

 

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Robin White on May 1, 2007 at 11:44 AM said:

We have just added this Guest Book section to the website. We welcome your comments about the website and/or the Rose Hill Plantation House. If you have actually toured the plantation house, we thank you for visiting us and welcome your comments.

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