Open Gates is nestled back in a quiet part of town off of historical Vernon Square just one block from the waterfront where the docks are lined with shrimp boats. The Inn is surrounded by centuries-old live oaks and picturesque magnolia trees. The grounds offer a delightful respite from every day worries. The swing on the front porch is a great spot to enjoy the quiet of nature and listen to the memorial fountain in Vernon Square.

Begin your visit here at The Heyward House in the town of Bluffton. Tour our House Museum, built by enslaved West Africans in 1841; find maps and brochures for area businesses, and get a taste of the culture and history of our fair town. The Heyward House Museum and Welcome Center is owned and operated by the Historic Bluffton Foundation, a non-profit, 501-(C)-3 corporation, dedicated to the preservation of the culture and history of Bluffton.