Fodor's Expert Review Montage Palmetto Bluff

A 30-minute drive from Hilton Head, the Lowcountry's most luxurious resort sits on 20,000 acres that have been transformed into a perfect replica of a small Southern town, complete with its own clapboard church. Located on the banks of the May River, Palmetto Bluff allows guests to escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy the scenery amid the sprawling property. Upscale amenities include an acclaimed spa, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, and a variety of restaurants and dining options. There's also no shortage of activities, including tennis, biking, horseback riding, a sporting clay shooting club, kayaking, scenic cruises, multiple pools, and even a bowling and game room. Accommodations range from hotel rooms to cottages to spacious home rentals. All of the cottages are generously sized—even the one-bedrooms have more than 1,100 square feet of space—and the decor is coastal chic, with sumptuous bedding, gas fireplaces, surround-sound home theaters, a screened-in porch, and marvelous bathroom suites with steam showers. Whether on a day trip or a weekend-long stay, this is an experience you won't want to miss.