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Choosing your premiere venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in South Carolina. You’ll want to consider everything from the aesthetics of the space to any in-house amenities and services. Luckily, PartySlate makes it easy with our Find Venues page. Use the filters to narrow your search — taking into account everything from your guest count to specific catering preferences. Once you’ve set your filters, scroll down to search our curated list. Look for the “featured” tag for PartySlate’s top recommendations. With PartySlate, finding your ideal South Carolina venue has never been easier.

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    The Ordinary

    544 King St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA

    The Ordinary is a Southern seafood hall and oyster bar located in an old bank in Charleston, SC. Our menu celebrates the “merroir” of the Coastal Carolinas and the East Coast, and we strive to support local and regional fishermen, crabbers, oystermen, farmers and producers. From the same team behind FIG, our approach is recognizable: we aim to pair great food with great drink and friendly, detailed service. At The Ordinary, we do so against the backdrop of an historical Charleston building that has been transformed into a high energy, bustling American brasserie.

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    Tanglewood Plantation

    2100 SC-341, Lynchburg, SC 29080, USA

    You don't need to travel very far to experience the grace and beauty of a classic Southern wedding. Experience the charm and elegance of a bygone era at a plantation that is located smack dab in the middle of the South. The Tanglewood Plantation is the ideal venue for flawless gatherings thanks to its verdant grounds that span more than 25 acres. Plantation home at Tanglewood Plantation is a genuine example of the Greek Revival style, which was popular in the 1830s. The home is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places due to the historical significance of the building and the fact that it has been preserved. In the past, Senator Ed "Cotton" Smith called the plantation house home, and President Theodore Roosevelt stayed there at one point. For the purpose of preparing food, there is a sizable catering kitchen that is at your disposal. This kitchen is equipped with refrigerators, stoves, ovens, hot boxes, large prep tables, and an ice maker that can hold 400 pounds. A driveway is tucked away behind the kitchen to conceal any vehicles, and it can also be used for food preparation in the great outdoors, such as grilling or barbecuing.

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    The Davenport

    230 Trade St, Greer, SC 29651, USA
    • Spaces for 140-210 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Historic Space

    The Davenport is a full-service event and reception hall set inside a historic building in downtown Greer, South Carolina, with photos dating the property to around 1898. The venue offers a 2,500-square-foot banquet hall with hardwood floors and exposed brick, and clients are free to bring their own DJ, caterer, and florist rather than choose from a required vendor list. The hall accommodates up to 140 guests for a seated dinner with room for buffet tables, or up to 210 guests for a standing reception, and is used for weddings and receptions, rehearsal parties, company parties, seminars and training, holiday parties, birthday parties, and other special events. A kitchenette with a stove, microwave, sink, and refrigerator is available for event use, along with wireless internet and on-site parking in the historic downtown Greer setting.

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    Brookgreen Gardens

    Holliday Cottage, 1931 Brookgreen Garden Dr, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576, USA

    A gathering at Brookgreen Gardens, with its imposing live oaks and renowned sculpture collection, will be a treasured memory of a setting that combines art and nature. Whether it's a once-in-a-lifetime personal or social gathering, a business conference, or an annual corporate retreat, Brookgreen's team of creative and experienced specialists will help you create an exceptional event. The ability to hold an event in the Gardens is a perk available only to members. To reserve your date, you must have a current President's Council membership, which can be increased if necessary to satisfy the site rental requirement. We encourage you to get in touch with Anna Lovell, Manager of Weddings and Private Events, at (843) 235-6017 or via our contact form to learn more about the options and scheduling that are available to make your special day better than you could have imagined. The venue or garden space you choose, the expected number of guests, and the date of your event will all affect the rental/site expenses.

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    The Dunes Golf and Beach Club

    9000 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572, USA
    • Spaces for 300-500 Guests
    • 1 Country Club

    The renowned Dunes Golf and Beach Club is the premier country club in Myrtle Beach, SC, with a 70-year history. Our seaside property's stunning beauty, combined with our dedicated staff and world-renowned Robert Trent Jones golf course, creates a haven for members and their guests to enjoy being a part of such a special community. Thank you for your interest in holding your unique event at our prestigious Myrtle Beach location. The staff and management of the Dunes Golf and Beach Club are dedicated to providing you and your guests with the best service as well as the highest quality and unrivaled cuisine available in Myrtle Beach. We invite you to take a tour of our facilities with a member of our expert team to learn more about the several options for customizing your event. We are convinced that your event will be one to remember, thanks to our attentive personnel, award-winning chefs, and breathtaking coastal views. Wedding ceremonies, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, business seminars, charity fundraisers, and a range of adult and children's parties are among our specialties. The beautiful ocean view from the Ballroom's east wall is visible through picture windows. It has long been a favorite venue for Myrtle Beach wedding receptions, banquets, and meetings, with seating for more than 300 people and receptions for up to 500. The Ballroom, the Atlantic Room, and the Palmetto Room can all be joined to accommodate bigger gatherings or extended and reconfigured for small, private occasions. In addition, the beach front lawn of the Dunes Club is the preferred setting for wedding ceremonies on the Grand Strand.

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    Truffles Cafe Sea Pines

    71 Lighthouse Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA
    • Spaces for 100 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant
    • 1 Event Space

    Truffles Cafe is an upscale café at The Shops at Sea Pines Center on Hilton Head Island, a family tradition and neighborhood favorite since 1983. The kitchen prepares the majority of its recipes daily with the finest ingredients, drawing on farm-to-table freshness and locally sourced products whenever possible, and serves lunch and dinner daily. For gatherings, the Sea Pines location offers private dining that seats from 6 to 100 guests, making it a flexible setting for celebrations, parties, and business dinners of nearly any size. The events team helps plan each occasion, large or small, around the café's warm, plant-filled dining rooms.

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    Litchfield Country Club

    619 Country Club Dr, Pawleys Island, SC 29585, USA
    • Spaces for 220 Guests
    • 1 Country Club

    Litchfield Country Club, located in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, is an amazing golf club wedding site. You can celebrate your love in a variety of stunning indoor and outdoor event settings at this location. Litchfield Country Club offers couples an unforgettable event site as well as expertly prepared full-service cuisine. We have the solution you've been looking for if you want classic Lowcountry design at a reasonable price for your wedding or special occasion! Litchfield Country Club, a unique wedding and events location in the center of Pawleys Island, has been dubbed "The Hidden Jewel of the Lowcountry." We offer a delightful break from the traditional country club, hotel, or resort style venues, evoking a bygone era of Manor Houses. The gilded mirrors, sofas, display cabinets, enormous mantle & fireplace, coffee tables, and consoles all contribute to the almost limitless customizing options. A Bride can truly create whatever theme she wishes for her wedding with a distinctive and royal brass chandelier overlooking the dance floor. A wall of windows offers unrivaled panoramic views of rolling meadows, which, when combined with the charming "Lovers' Bridge" over the stream, creates an unrivaled backdrop for spectacular picture shoots. This ceremony setting is definitely "picture perfect," with some of the oldest live Oaks in the area. We are known for our excellent customer service and amazing food prepared by our executive chef and team, and we enjoy tailoring each wedding to the couple's preferences. Litchfield Country Club offers couples an array of special services to help them achieve the fun-filled, stress-free wedding of their dreams.

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    Clemson Outdoor Lab

    415 Charlie White Trail, Pendleton, SC 29670, USA
    • Spaces for 15-250 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 3 Outdoor Spaces
    • 7 Total Spaces

    Set on a peninsula within Lake Hartwell, five miles from Clemson University's main campus, the Clemson University Outdoor Lab is a lakeside retreat and event center surrounded by wooded trails and open water views. The property offers eight distinct venues, from a lakefront banquet hall to intimate covered decks, along with cabin and suite lodging for guests staying overnight. The Outdoor Lab hosts conferences, meetings, retreats, weddings, receptions, family reunions, and cookouts. Kresge Hall, the largest of the venues, overlooks Lake Hartwell with a stone fireplace and a wrap-around porch, while Cannon Chapel Pavilion offers a covered, string-lit gathering space within the Clemson Forest. Smaller venues like the Deck at Michael's Mooring and the Hopa Cabana provide more intimate lakeside settings for rehearsal dinners and gatherings. Guests can add a pontoon boat ride or canoe trip on Lake Hartwell, hayrides, and nature trails to their event, and the property's high ropes course and group initiatives support team building for corporate retreats. In-house food service through Carolina Catering, along with cabin and suite lodging, allows the Outdoor Lab to host all-inclusive, multi-day events.

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    Sadlers Creek State Park

    940 Sadlers Creek Rd, Anderson, SC 29626, USA
    • Spaces for 150 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Waterfront
    • 1 Park

    Sadlers Creek State Park sits on a 395-acre peninsula extending into Lake Hartwell, one of the Savannah River reservoirs near Anderson, South Carolina. The lakefront setting, six miles of trails, and 56,000-acre lake give the park a natural backdrop for outdoor gatherings. For group events, the park's lakeside Pavilion is a covered, open-air facility overlooking Lake Hartwell that accommodates up to 150 people, making it well suited to family reunions and other large gatherings. Two additional picnic shelters are available for smaller groups and can be reserved in advance or used first-come, first-served when open. The park is convenient to I-85 and the Savannah River National Scenic Highway, with a 100-foot fishing pier and two boat ramps nearby for guests looking to extend the day on the water.

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    Vagabond Cruise

    149 Lighthouse Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USA
    • Spaces for 18-149 Guests
    • 4 Boats
    • 4 Waterfront

    Operating from Harbour Town Yacht Basin since 1968, Vagabond Cruise is Hilton Head Island's original sightseeing and excursion cruise operator, hosting private events and celebrations on the water beneath the Harbour Town lighthouse. The fleet suits a wide range of gatherings. The Spirit of Harbour Town, a 74-foot climate-controlled luxury yacht with panoramic 20-foot windows and an open-air upper deck, accommodates up to 148 passengers, while the 82-foot Vagabond carries up to 149 across two decks of open-air and shaded seating. For smaller, more intimate outings, the mahogany-and-teak Mystique launch hosts up to 18 guests, and the America's Cup-winning sailboat Stars & Stripes takes up to 30 under sail. Weddings aboard range from intimate ceremonies of just two to celebrations of up to 120 guests, with silver, gold, and platinum reception packages alongside rehearsal dinners, champagne brunches, and private bridal and groomsmen sails. The venue also hosts corporate holiday parties, celebrations of life, group dinners, and other private charters against the backdrop of the Lowcountry coast.

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    Sleepy Hollow Barn & Plantation

    220 Issaqueena Trail, Clemson, SC 29631, USA
    • Spaces for 150-300 Guests
    • 1 Barn
    • 1 Historic Space

    Set on a 44-acre working farm in Clemson, South Carolina, Sleepy Hollow Barn & Plantation centers on the J.C. Stribling Barn, built in the 1890s as one of the first brick barns in the state and now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The barn's rare bank-barn construction, decorative brick latticework, and jerkinhead roof give the space its distinct rustic-elegant character, with original timber beams and French-pressed brickwork preserved throughout. Weddings, corporate events, and family gatherings take place in the barn and on the adjoining Wedding Green, a garden ceremony space framed by ancient oaks and rolling pasture, with the historic structure as a backdrop. Both rental packages include full access to the barn and Wedding Green, tables and chairs for up to 150 guests, use of the bridal suite and groomsmen's changing areas, and an on-site venue manager during event hours. The barn is heated and air-conditioned year-round, and couples are free to bring in their own licensed caterer and vendors.

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    Historic Ballenger House

    212 E South 3rd St, Seneca, SC 29678, USA
    • Spaces for 12-160 Guests
    • 1 Event Space
    • 2 Historic Spaces
    • 2 Total Spaces

    Historic Ballenger House is a circa-1925 residence in historic downtown Seneca, South Carolina, recognized as a site on the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor. Built by Grady Woodfin and Eleanor Ballenger, the home stayed in the family until 1979, when their son donated it to the newly formed Seneca Woman's Club, which has owned and maintained it ever since. The main-floor Magnolia Room seats up to 48 guests and suits weddings, receptions, meetings, and fundraisers, while an upstairs conference room, converted from a bedroom in 2019, accommodates 10 to 12 for smaller gatherings. Both spaces come with audiovisual equipment and complimentary internet access included in the rental. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Seneca Woman's Club sustains the property through membership, rentals, and fundraising, directing a portion of rental proceeds toward scholarships for local high school students.

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    The Carolina Girl Yacht

    95 Ripley Point Dr, Charleston, SC 29407, USA
    • Spaces for 100-150 Guests
    • 1 Boat

    Are you looking for the ideal wedding location? Are you looking for a unique setting to book? Bring your special occasion to The Carolina Girl, a one-of-a-kind Charleston, SC yacht with seating for up to 100 people. The excitement of your special event is combined with the best of Charleston on this huge yacht. Your guests will be treated to stunning views of the Charleston Historic District, Charleston Harbor, and the Arthur Ravenel and Ashley River Bridges, which can be narrated by a local historian if desired. ​ The Carolina Girl is swiftly becoming one of Charleston's most popular event locations, with a reputation for consistency, dependability, and grandeur. Your event will be even more thrilling with a distinctive backdrop as visitors dine, drink, and dance in style. We provide all of the amenities you desire, as well as a competent and courteous staff dedicated to exceeding your and your visitors' expectations. ​​​ Start your Charleston wedding weekend off right by hosting a rehearsal supper on a private yacht for your bridal party and family members. On board Charleston's greatest water venue, this small celebration will bring two families together. ​ Nothing about your Charleston wedding, including your rehearsal dinner, should be anything less than magnificent. Allow The Carolina Girl to handle your rehearsal dinner so you can relax and enjoy the company of the people you care about the most. ​​ Break away from conferences and business meetings by throwing a casual and one-of-a-kind party or event for executives and clients in Charleston. Customer appreciation, team building, vendor gratitude, employee appreciation, and other events are all hosted by us. Whether it's a cocktail party or a seated dinner, your spectacular event starts with a celebration on board a luxury boat. Host a dockside event with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres while overlooking the Ashley River. Let us help you plan your event!

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    I'On Meeting House

    352 N Shelmore Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA
    • Spaces for 120-200 Guests
    • 1 Event Space

    Elegant weddings can be held at the l'On Meeting House, which can be found in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. This venue is only a few minutes away from downtown Charleston and offers stunning views of the Cooper River. The charming setting features whitewashed walls, high arched windows, tall wooden doors, and an enviable and lush landscape that is sure to be coveted by all country music fans. The wedding reception will have a swoon-worthy setting thanks to the venue's abundance of warm natural light, which permeates each and every nook and cranny. On-site planners are available to assist you in making your vision a reality, no matter the size of the event you are organizing, be it an intimate gathering or a grand soiree. The l'On Meeting House has sufficient space to host gatherings for up to one hundred fifty people. Couples have the option of exchanging their vows on the beautifully maintained lawn during the warmer months. When the temperature begins to drop in the evenings, you should set up a tent so that you can continue your celebration under cover while dining and dancing. When the couple of honor enters, they are greeted by a bright and airy space to exchange their "I do's." Embellish the blank canvas according to your preferences, and then use it as the background for the stunning photographs that will be taken on the wedding day. The warm candlelights that surround the room are complemented by the suspended ceiling lights, which together create the ideal intimate setting for an elopement with your closest and most dearly held loved ones. All bridal showers, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, and receptions are welcome to be held at l'On Meeting House. The coordinators of the event are able to lend a hand with everything relating to the wedding reception. For engaged couples who are looking for the ideal person to marry them in front of their loved ones, the staff is able to coordinate the scheduling of an officiant for the big day. The guests of honor are welcome to use the dressing rooms in advance of the ceremony in order to primp and preen prior to meeting and greeting guests outside. Because the venue is accessible for people using wheelchairs, the day can be enjoyed in comfort and security by all of the loved ones who are in attendance.

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    Old Santee Canal Park

    900 Stony Landing Rd, Moncks Corner, SC 29461, USA
    • Spaces for 600 Guests

    Old Santee Canal Park is a 195-acre park in Moncks Corner that opened in 1989 to commemorate the building of the first true canal in America, with exhibits documenting the area's history and habitat dating back to 4000 B.C. The park sits along Biggin Creek's backwaters and swamp environment and is threaded with four miles of boardwalks, drawing bird watchers, hikers, and paddlers. The park's event spaces include the Stony Landing House, an 1840s plantation home on a bluff overlooking the Tailrace Canal with period reproduction furnishings on its first floor and a brick-paved, lit under-story for evening use, suited to weddings, receptions, reunions, and business meetings. The Interpretive Center offers a 30-foot glass wall facing Biggin Creek, historical exhibits, and three decks, and is available for after-hours events including receptions. The Learning Center, with two porches and lawn picnic tables for breakout sessions, accommodates small conferences, retreats, and corporate training. Within the Interpretive Center, the air-conditioned and heated Canal Room seats 30 to 40 guests for meetings, showers, and parties. The Little David Picnic Shelter, a 32-by-32-foot covered structure with nine picnic tables, a grill, and electric service, sits near restrooms and a playground for casual outdoor gatherings.

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    Living History Park

    299 W Spring Grove Ave, North Augusta, SC 29841, USA
    • Spaces for 40-450 Guests
    • 1 Bar
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 5 Total Spaces

    Living History Park is a colonial-era recreation village in North Augusta, South Carolina, portraying life from 1735 to 1785 across more than 20 historic structures, including the Willow Spring Meeting House, the Blacksmith Forge, the Spring House Tavern, the Grist Mill, and the Perry Hill Cabin. Founded in 1991 and established in 1993 on the grounds of a former water works, the 7.35-acre park was built through decades of community volunteerism and today operates as a nonprofit, 100% donor- and grant-funded cultural destination. Several of the park's period buildings double as private event spaces. The Colonial Barn seats up to 296 guests indoors, with weddings and receptions expanding to 450 when the doors open to combine indoor and outdoor space. The more intimate Meeting House suits christenings, memorials, lectures, and small weddings for 35 to 40 guests, while the Spring House Tavern comfortably seats 40 for club meetings, luncheons, and holiday parties. The Farmer's Barn, the park's newest addition, offers fireplace-warmed space for outdoor gatherings and can be rented alone or paired with the barn, and The Commons, a grassy central green, hosts outdoor weddings and group events. Rentals include restroom facilities, and the Colonial Barn comes furnished with tables, chairs, and benches. Outside catering and food trucks are permitted for a fee, and the park can arrange golf cart transport for guests from the main entrance.

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    The Oaks Wedding Venue

    325 Huitt Rd, Anderson, SC 29626, USA
    • Spaces for 375 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Estate

    The Oaks Wedding Venue is a gated, 200-plus-acre private estate in Anderson, South Carolina, about 30 miles from downtown Greenville. The property's natural setting anchors the experience, with seasonal flowers, daylilies, and a 20-acre private lake providing a backdrop across several outdoor ceremony locations, including Oak Terrace, The Veranda, White Oak Grove, and Oak Pier. At the center of the property is Grand Oak Hall, a 5,000-square-foot indoor space with 10-foot French oak doors, soaring white pine beams, crystal chandeliers, a limestone fireplace, and a 30-foot glass wall overlooking the pond. The Oaks can accommodate up to 375 guests and includes a dedicated Bridal Suite and Groom's Room for the wedding party, along with on-site grass-field parking. Beyond weddings, the venue hosts birthday parties, engagements, graduations, showers, proposals, proms, anniversaries, fundraisers, corporate events, and meetings.

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    The Stables at Boals Farm

    1134 Clements Ferry Rd, Wando, SC 29492, USA
    • Spaces for 300 Guests

    The Stables at Boals Farm, located just outside of Charleston, South Carolina, is an authentic functioning horse farm that used to grow sugar cane and refine it into cane syrup. Mr. Ronald M. Boals, Sr. created the Boals Family Farm in 1965, carrying on a long line of family roots in the farming, culinary, and equestrian professions that stretch back to the 1800s. The property's authenticity is evident; the structures that embellish Boals Farm were made with lumber milled from the property's trees, and the ancient syrup kettle in the Syrup House has been in the Boals family since the 1800s. Mr. Boals, Sr. started the farm with a four-generation dedication, which is today led by Mr. Tommy Ray Boals, Sr. Tommy Boals, a native of Charleston and a graduate of Moultrie High School, is dedicated to cultivating and preserving this priceless piece of family history. With a member of the Boals Family aiding you to make your event special, that enthusiasm will transcend to any event conducted at The Stables at Boals Farm. This unknown corner of heaven is the ideal location for your next gathering. The rustic, natural ambiance is ideal for all types of events, including weddings, rehearsal dinners, oyster roasts, and pig plucking. This unspoiled yet well-kept location provides the ideal lowcountry setting for friendly hospitality, terrific company, and unforgettable experiences. Come to Boals Farm and see The Stables... As soon as you step onto the property, you'll see an event that has only existed in your imagination come to life. The tranquil atmosphere will put you at ease right away because it is so relaxing. It's a place where history collides with nature, and your event preparation is handled by a team that is just as passionate about your big day as you are. Mr. Ronald M. Boals, Srenthusiasm .'s for Boals Farm has been passed down through the generations, and you will notice it when you visit. This is the venue for you if you're seeking for a fantastic barn or farm wedding/event location with Charleston charm and rustic appeal.

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    The Cabin at Old Spur

    750 Old Spur Rd, Timmonsville, SC 29161, USA
    • Spaces for 400 Guests

    Timmonsville, South Carolina is home to The Cabin at Old Spur, a venue ideal for rustic weddings set in the surrounding countryside. You will be able to throw a party that is unlike any other thanks to the breathtaking views, the quaint atmosphere, and the attentive service. Your engagement party, shower, rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, and other events are welcome to be hosted by the management team with great enthusiasm. The Cabin at Old Spur is a venue that allows pets, and it is located in the middle of a magnificent forest and a peaceful pond. The choice is up to you and your partner whether you want to go to their open field or their chic barn. The beautifully maintained lawn, which can accommodate large or small gatherings, creates an enchanting ambiance from sunrise to sunset and is available for use. You could have your wedding ceremony by the lake, and then continue the celebration in the old barn afterward. The barn has high ceilings, wooden accents, and an open floor plan, making it suitable for both large and intimate weddings. This indoor location offers plenty of space for a dance floor and other forms of entertainment, and it can be decorated in any way that strikes your fancy. You have the option of using the cabins as dressing rooms or as on-site accommodation. Each cabin features three spacious bedrooms, a lounge area, and a patio. The Cabin at Old Spur takes great pride in being able to offer a wide variety of high-end services, from equipment rental to after-party cleanup. They offer complete event planning as well as all-inclusive package deals. Their top coordinators will make sure that everything runs smoothly at your event and will collaborate with any outside vendors that you choose. In addition to that, they will provide you and your other guests with a blazing-fast wireless internet connection. You are cordially invited to partake in the dining experience of a lifetime provided by the skilled chefs at The Cabin at Old Spur. They are pleased to offer delectable buffets served in a family-style format, as well as hors d'oeuvres and desserts. These meals might also include delectable refreshments provided by the bartending staff of the establishment. Their experienced bartenders provide limited bar services, and you can choose the alcohol that you want to drink.

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    Robert Mills Carriage House and Gardens

    1616 Blanding St, Columbia, SC 29201, USA
    • Spaces for 50-400 Guests
    • 1 Outdoor
    • 1 Barn
    • 2 Total Spaces

    Named for its famous designer and native South Carolinian, Robert Mills, the Robert Mills Carriage House & Gardens sits on an expansive, tree-lined property just minutes from downtown Columbia. The historic home itself operates as a museum and is not available for rentals, but the surrounding grounds and Carriage House are. The property offers four distinct garden areas alongside the indoor Carriage House, giving events flexibility in scale and setting. A front lawn provides ample green space with a view of the main house, a back lawn is shaded by magnolia trees estimated at 125 years old, and a secluded Founder's Garden offers walking paths and hedges. Fountains, gravel walkways, trellises, and benches run throughout the grounds. The Carriage House itself features exposed beams and large barn-style doors, and the property includes a catering prep kitchen, two restrooms, wireless internet access, and private gravel parking for approximately 30 cars, with on-site staff during events. The venue hosts weddings, corporate events, photoshoots, and elopements, with individual gardens suited to smaller gatherings and the full property able to accommodate larger celebrations.