6 Stunning Waterfront Wedding Venues in the Greater Charleston Area

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At IOP Escapes, we love hosting wedding parties and their guests through our tremendous variety of vacation rental properties available.  We take pride in being your local experts regarding planning, vendors, and venues.  Planning a wedding in the greater Charleston area presents couples with many creative venue options, including waterfront, quintessential Southern, and prominent historical landmarks.  Whether you envision a dramatic celebration with the Atlantic as your backdrop or a serene ceremony by the river, we know the best venues to make your dream a reality.  Renting a vacation home through IOP Escapes is convenient, cost-effective, and adds a personal, memorable touch for your guests.  We'd love to share more about the incredible waterfront wedding venues and how we can help make your special day even more extraordinary.  

Oceanfront Venues

The Citadel Beach Club

The Citadel Beach Club on Isle of Palms is an excellent choice for a classic beach wedding.  This oceanfront venue has direct access to the beach, allowing couples to say their vows with the Atlantic Ocean as their backdrop.  It's a flexible option for brides seeking a coastal wedding experience in indoor and outdoor spaces.  Click here for more details about this stunning property!

Why Brides Love It:  This premiere beachside, highly versatile location offers a picturesque setting for beach weddings, regardless of the style desired.  The Citadel Beach Club shines from the elegant to the most classically simple!

Distance to Isle of Palms: 0 Miles! Right on the island, oceanfront, and with ample parking, guests can relax and appreciate the celebration without any travel stress.   

Riverfront Venues

Middleton Place

Middleton Place is an iconic Charleston wedding venue with spectacular grounds and is also registered as a National Historic Landmark.  Boasting the oldest landscaped gardens in the United States, this venue stretches along the Ashley River, providing endless photo opportunities.  Brides seeking a location steeped in history with lush surroundings will fall in love with the timeless elegance of Middleton Place.

Why Brides Love It:  The venue's 65 acres of gardens, river views, and romantic essence offer a fairy-tale setting for an outdoor wedding.

Distance to Isle of Palms: 25 miles 

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens

Magnolia Plantation offers couples a Southern wedding experience with its historic charm and romantic gardens along the Ashley River.  The grounds are famous for their centuries-old oak trees flanked with Spanish moss, making it one of Charleston's most picturesque, highly recognized venues.  This planation is perfect for brides dreaming of a classic, reminiscent, nature filled ceremony with stunning water views.

Why Brides Love It:  The plantation's sweeping oak trees and serene waterfront location create an ethereal romanic atmosphere.

Distance to Isle of Palms: 23 miles

 

Runnymede Plantation 

With wide-open fields along the Ashley River, Runnymede Plantation is ideal for couples looking for an outdoor wedding with elaborate customization options.  The venue can host large tented receptions, where guests can enjoy the stunning natural beauty of the property.  Brides who want a spacious venue with rustic charm and water views will find Runnymede perfect for their celebration.

Why Brides Love It:  Its expansive, customizable space allows for a personal and large scale wedding celebration.  

Distance to Isle of Palms: 23 miles

 

The Island House

Tucked away on Johns Island, The Island House offers peaceful seclusion with panoramic views of the Stono River.  With a serene waterfront setting, the venue is perfect for intimate gatherings and larger, more elaborate ceremonies.  Couples looking for an exclusive, quiet location with a gorgeous riverside view will find that The Island House checks many of their boxes!

Why Brides Love It:  The secluded, private setting on the river provides an intimate, peaceful atmosphere perfect for couples desiring a quiet retreat.  

Distance to Isle of Palms: 22 miles

 

Harborside East

Harborside East offers panoramic views of the Charleston Harbor and city skyline from its Mount Pleasant location.  The venue's spacious deck is a perfect spot to enjoy a sunset while hosting a chic outdoor reception.  Couples who want an urban chic event layered over a waterfront dream setting will find this venue to be an exceptional choice. 

Why Brides Love It:  The rooftop deck provides unobstructed harbor views, creating a magical sunset backdrop for the wedding ceremony and reception. 

Distance to Isle of Palms: 6 miles

 

Are you ready to finalize your wedding destination and accommodations? 

If you are in the early daydreaming stage of wedding planning or if you are in the last stretch of finalizing details for your big celebration, IOP Escapes is here to help you find the perfect Isle of Palms vacation rental property to complement your destination wedding for your family and friends.  Our team is dedicated to ensuring you and your guests have comfortable, convenient accommodations and a beautiful physical extension of your entire celebration.  

To book a vacation rental property, contact us with your preferred dates and requirements, and we'll take care of the rest.  We'll guide you through the process, from selecting the perfect property to securing your booking.  Let us assist you in adding to your wedding celebration that you and your guests will cherish forever!