Hopsewee Plantation

With its natural beauty, gracious hospitality and state-of-the-art entertainment amenities, Hopsewee is the ideal setting to turn your dream for your special day into a reality. It can host up to 300 guests.

In addition to indoor seating in the cottage lounge and dining room, outdoor settings include a scenic river-front vista with Spanish-moss draped Live Oaks for ceremonies, dancing, and socializing. A range of dining options are all freshly prepared and served from the adjoining professional catering kitchen. The venue also offers all-inclusive turnkey packages.

Things To Do

  • Hopsewee Historic Landmark Home – Guided Tours: A 50-minute tour exploring the main house, featuring 18th- and 19th-century antiques, original woodwork, and 80% original hand-blown glass windowpanes. 
  • River Oak Cottage Tea Room: An acclaimed on-site dining option serving Lowcountry favorites (like shrimp and grits or pulled pork) alongside a traditional English-style, Southern Afternoon Tea service from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
  • Hopsewee Historical Museum: Opened in November 2023, our museum provides an untimed, dedicated look into the archaeological and historical narrative of the enslaved population.
  • Cultural Workshops: Visitors can book immersive experiences like a 3-hour Sweetgrass Basketmaking Class rooted in West African heritage or a 2.5-hour Art of Indigo Dyeing Workshop. 
  • Wedding Celebrations: Offering traditional weddings as well as micro weddings, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers and luncheons. 

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