55 www.ReadMPM.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.MountPleasantPodcast.com When Severin passed away in 2003, Camlin attended her funeral at the chapel in the onsite enslaved Friendfield Village and then stayed the night at Bellefield. When Camlin woke up the next morning, he was positioned as normal, not at the 90-degree angle. Camlin said since the bizarre occurrences stopped after Severin’s death, it seemed as though her spirit had told the ghost that Camlin was good and that it could leave him alone now. Soon after Severin’s passing, according to Camlin, because of heavy levels of asbestos and lead paint in the house, the mansion was sealed and tours for the public ceased. Now, whether believer or skeptic, when visiting the grounds surrounding the empty 4,000-square-foot manor, it is impossible to disregard the moody presence seeping from behind its walls. THE GRAY MAN One of the most prominent legends in the Georgetown and Pawleys Island area is the story of the Gray Man. As the most commonly told tale based in 1822 goes, a nameless rider was on his way back to see his fianceé when a storm suddenly hit. As the man and his horse struggled to cross the marsh, they either drowned or the slippery pluff mud pulled them under. When another upcoming storm ensued, a gray silhouette of the man reappeared on the island as if to warn his fianceé of its danger. The woman and her family left abruptly and upon their return home, they found theirs was one of the only houses standing. Today, according to lore, whenever there is a sighting of the Gray Man, his apparition is an indication that a storm is on its way — and while it is prudent to take precautions, rest assured this good omen means your property will suffer little to no damage. These stories are just a handful of examples of Lowcountry hauntings that lurk behind the gates of the plantations and walls of historic homes, theaters and churches and throughout hidden backroads, forests, marshes and swamps. While exploring these settings, pay attention to signs such as taps, knocks, bangs, bells, thuds, scraping at the window, random voices, a door randomly slamming shut or a creak in a floorboard. Additionally, orbs often appear in photographs or a sudden headache can seemingly arise from out of nowhere. Because here, in East Cooper, you never know when you might experience your own mysterious and unexplained encounter. all things fall THE INSURANCE AGENCY REINVENTED AROUND YOU.® Our top priority is customer service - it's what sets us apart from the rest. Our clients trust us with their biggest investments and we owe them nothing but the best service, protection and price. 843-408-4554 | BrightwayMcKenzie.com Call a Team Member Today! Jenny McKenzie Agency Owner A Fashion Forward shopping experience in Women’s Apparel, Footwear and Accessories 916 Front Street Georgetown, SC 29440 @georgie girl @georgie_girlfashion
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