WEDDING VENUES IN Charleston

Patrick Properties Hospitality Group’s (PPHG) five iconic venues might just persuade you to celebrate your nuptials in this ever popular part of South Carolina...

Charleston, South Carolina has become one of the most sought-after wedding destinations for both out-of-state and international couples, and Patrick Properties Hospitality Group’s five iconic venues are at the forefront of its appeal. Since 1997, Patrick Properties Hospitality Group has lovingly restored landmark properties and historic estates in downtown Charleston, inspiring unparalleled backdrops to welcome couples celebrating their big day in a luxurious way. PPHG hosts more than 500 events annually across its suite of properties, and its exclusive in-house coordination, event and design division, Peninsula Events, serves all five of its iconic venues:

Lowndes Grove is consistently recognized as one of the most sought-after venues for destination weddings in the south. Surrounded by 14 acres of majestic live oak groves and peaceful views of the Ashley River, this downtown Charleston waterfront estate has enchanted visitors to its idyllic setting for more than four centuries. The scenic beauty of the Lowcountry unfolds with Lowndes Grove’s panoramic sunset views. Additional key features include its 1780s-era architecture, which is listed on the National Register for Historic Places; a sprawling grand lawn; spectacular formal dining room ideal for intimate dinners; glass-enclosed portico; an expansive piazza; terraces of bluestone, brick, and oyster tabby; and a private 700-foot river dock. And now it has a new claim to fame as the Cameron family home on the hit Netflix series Outer Banks. Images Aaron & Jillian Photography

Parcel 32 was originally a family home built in 1837, and has been renovated and restored over the years, serving as a bakery, a shoe repair shop, a restaurant, and most recently, an intimate event venue. Its stunning upstairs cocktail lounge, The Parlour, overlooks Upper King Street and has been uniquely designed to create a contemporary twist on a historic backdrop with designer furnishings, local décor, and original pieces from the Victorian era. The stunning courtyard entrance with ornate custom-designed tile flooring and a lush plant wall is one of the most Instagramable spots in Charleston, making it perfect for micro weddings, rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, baby showers, etc.

♥ THE RIVER HOUSE AT LOWNDES GROVE ♥

The River House at Lowndes Grove, also located on the estate of Lowndes Grove, offers a more intimate experience for events of fewer than 100 guests with the same sweeping views of the Ashley River. An open floor plan showcases four sets of French doors opening onto a brick terrace and expansive, manicured lawns ideal for daytime celebrations. The house features a private, gated entrance with 1,137 square feet of indoor and outdoor waterfront space.

♥ THE WILLIAM AIKEN HOUSE ♥

The William Aiken House is an elegant 1810 estate located in the heart of downtown Charleston in a gated compound. Its finely appointed antiques and collection of museumcalibre artwork create a charming interior reminiscent of the first 100+ years of its life as the Southern Railway’s headquarters. Key features include its vibrant yellow façade; private gardens, manicured lawns, and two spacious courtyards for outdoor entertaining; a carriage house for overnight accommodations; an elegant pergola next to a reflection pool; first and second floor ballrooms with expansive outdoor covered piazzas; two formal dining rooms; an elegant drawing room; and a gentlemen’s study. In 2004, it was the backdrop for Ali’s memorable wedding dress fitting scene in The Notebook.

♥ THE AMERICAN THEATRE ♥

The American Theater opened in the 1940s as downtown Charleston’s premier movie house and was named in honour of America’s servicemen and women. Today, its regal Art Deco design, iconic façade and Old Hollywood glamour make this sophisticated venue worthy of red carpets and dazzling marquees. Key features include the vintage exterior marquee; fully functioning cinema with stadium- style seating; a luxurious ballroom with entertainment stage; an expansive lobby and concessions ideal for preevent festivities; and intimate lounge with bar. It also played host to scenes in the film based on the Nicholas Sparks book, The Notebook.

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