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Lowndes Grove

4.8(412)
Wedding Venue

About

Lowndes Grove is a historic riverside estate on Charleston's peninsula, surrounded by 14 acres of live oaks and panoramic views of the Ashley River. The 1786-era Main House features period furnishings, a grand lawn, and sunlit bluestone terraces, offering a refined backdrop for intimate meetings and receptions.

The venue provides versatile indoor and outdoor spaces, including a glass-enclosed portico and a 750-square-foot piazza overlooking the water. With on-site food and beverage service and wireless internet throughout, Lowndes Grove supports seamless, hospitality-led business events in a distinctive Lowcountry setting.

Best for

  • Riverside client dinners with historic charm
  • Executive retreats with scenic outdoor spaces
  • Intimate meetings in elegant period architecture

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Custom Package Request

Custom request

Not sure which package fits? Tell us about your event and the venue will work with you to build the right experience from scratch.

What's typically included

  • Space & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Historic Architecture
Circa-1786 waterfront plantation estate
Lowndes Grove features a beautifully restored main house with period furnishings, expansive piazza, and sunlit terraces made of bluestone, brick, and oyster tabby. The estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and reflects
Scenic Outdoor Spaces
Panoramic river views with private dock
Set along the Ashley River, the venue offers sweeping coastal views highlighted by panoramic sunsets and a private 700-foot dock extending into the water, ideal for arrivals or outdoor receptions.
Event Planning Excellence
In-house Peninsula Events planning team
The venue provides an optional in-house event planning and design division known for professionalism and attentiveness, ensuring smooth, stress-free events with personalized support from start to finish.

At a glance

Rated 4.8 on Google · 412 reviews