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Lowndes Grove

4.8 ★★★★★ 411 Google reviews · Barn wedding venue in Charleston, South Carolina

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Weddings & other events are held at this elegant, riverside plantation built in the late 1700s.

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The setting

The style of Lowndes Grove in couples' own words — pulled from their reviews and the venue's own info, not guessed from the photos.

🏛️ Historic Barn 2 mentions

“From the stunning views of the Ashley to the historic house surrounded by massive oaks along with the event itself, it was truly an evening to remember!”

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🌊 Waterside 2 mentions

“The way the house sits right by the Ashley River is so iconic I can already imagine catching a sunset there and feeling like I’m right in the middle of the Pogues vs.”

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🌸 Gardens & Grounds 3 mentions

“The building and the grounds are stunning, with very well-maintained landscapes.”

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Amenities couples mention

Amenities couples name in their reviews of Lowndes Grove — the fastest way to tell what the venue actually offers before you drive out for a tour.

🌊 Pond or Lake

“Gorgeous classic Charleston luxury waterfront event venue with a superb, super-friendly, and extremely professional staff!”

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⛰️ Scenic Views 3 mentions

“The way the house sits right by the Ashley River is so iconic I can already imagine catching a sunset there and feeling like I’m right in the middle of the Pogues vs.”

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Amenity mentions are mined from reviews and the venue's own info — they tell you what couples found on the grounds, not what's included in every package. Confirm what comes with your date when you tour.

What couples say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 411 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

stunning venue & grounds 25 mentions

“The staff very calmly and with great care for older folks and small children, cleared the outside shelter and directed everyone inside the spacious and beautiful main house.”

From the reviews

Lowndes Grove is a beautiful place (from what we got to see of it). This is Tanney Hill (Sarah & Rafe Cameron's house) from Outer Banks. That is the dock where the boat exploded. I wished we could have gone in and seen everything. I'm pretty sure they were setting up for a wedding when we got there.

★★★★★ — Angel, Jul 2025

Absolutely beautiful place for a wedding. They could have been more prepared for the blazing hot sun and the heat though. They had like 5 umbrellas, which only covered part of the audience for the wedding so I was sitting in the direct sun. Why not blanket the chairs?

★★★★★ — Ashley, Jul 2019

I had my wedding at Lowndes Grove last weekend, and it truly could not have been a more perfect day. Everything from the catering and bar services, to the planning services, to the stunning views, to the spectacular sunset, to the gorgeous house onsite, and everything in between is superb.

★★★★★ — Caroline, May 2026

Just as beautiful as it was 23 years ago when we had our wedding reception at Lowndes Grove. We were able to visit with our children while they were setting up for this afternoon's wedding. Thanks for giving us access, Jillian! We recreated a couple of the photos from our reception.

★★★★★ — Sara, Apr 2024

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Getting married at Lowndes Grove

Lowndes Grove comes up for weddings, going by their listing and couples’ reviews. Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see it at the time of day you'd actually get married — a barn that glows at golden hour can feel very different at noon, and you'll want to walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move?), the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included with the rental — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular dates at barn venues book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.

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Where to find Lowndes Grove

266 St Margaret St, Charleston, SC29403

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