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Conveniently located near Bay Street and serving as the gateway to the Historic District in Beaufrot, South Carolina, The Beaufort Inn is a premiere, boutique-style venue offering an impressive setting for weddings, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners and wedding ceremonies of all types.

Boasting details that blend seamlessly with the timeless charm of Historic Beaufort, The Beaufort Inn offers all the right elements to be the perfect canvas for your such an important day so that you can embark on the next chapter of your lives together with unforgettable memories.

The Inn features heart pine floors, fireplaces, claw-foot soaking tubs, gardens, courtyards, porches, verandas and more. Their facility includes a historic estate, restored cottages, historic houses and lush gardens.


Facilities and Capacity
The Beaufort Inn offers a variety of venues to host your wedding events.Our venues are in the Historic Landmark District of Beaufort, South Carolina, and are walking distance from Waterfront Park. Tabby Place, is an indoor venue that features a large outdoor patio, can accommodte up to 250 guests for a seated dinner and up to 325 guests for a cocktail reception. The Tabby Garden features beautiful landscaping, a courtyard and an pergolas. The lush garden surrounded by seasonal flowers is a tentable space if desired that accommodate up to175 guests for a seated recption and 250 guests for a cocktail reception. Old Bay Marketplace Loft & Rooftop Deck is a indoor venue with a rooftop deck over looking historic Bay Street. It features exposed beams and views of downtown Beaufort. It can accommodate up to 125 guests. The Garden Courtyard is an outdoor setting surrounded by generations of Oak trees and lush landscaping that can accommodate up to 80 guests. The Palmetto Courtyard, an intimate setting, features cafe lighting and is the perfect spot for small weddings of up to 50 guests. The Zen Garden features Jasmine woven trellis, covered pergola and flowering bushes that accommodate up to 40 guests.

Services Offered
Beaufort Inn can host your engagement party, bridal shower, elopement, rehearsal dinner, ceremony and reception. We have a limited amount of tables and chairs and have partnered with Signature Catering who will work with you to arrange everything else needed to bring you event to life. You and your guests can choose from 46 guest rooms featuring sitting areas, king-size beds, wet bars, rainwater showers, and soaking tubs. You and your guests can enjoy complimentary breakfast, parking, private porches, gardens, and walking access to shops, museums, and restaurants. Each room has bathrobes and refreshments in the lounge area. The Beaufort Inn thinks of every detail for a charming visit for you and your guests.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Clean Up

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$42

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

7 event spaces, 48 guest rooms and suites

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Garden
Historic Building
Hotel
Inn/B&B
Mansion
Rooftop

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
August
December

Reviews of The Beaufort Inn

M
Mike Sent on 07/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wouldn't Change a Thing

We conducted a wedding for our daughter in mid April 2023 at the Beaufort Inn in Beaufort, SC. The great majority of Family and guests stayed at the Beaufort Inn and were extremely satisfied with their accommodations and the staff support. We conducted a welcome party on Friday and the wedding reception, Saturday, on grounds in the Tabby Garden and it proved to be a wonderful venue for both. Signature Catering, the contracted provider for the Inn, did a spectacular job. Looking back, although it was pricey, it was worth every penny. It was the experience of a lifetime for my daughter and son-in-law as well as Families and Friends. If given the opportunity, wouldn't change a thing. Thx to all that supported the weekend so professionally. MM
Elvia
Elvia Sent on 05/12/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Most Beautiful Outdoor Venue!

The Beaufort Inn (Tabby Garden) was the PERFECT venue for our wedding. Cassandra was so great at answering any questions we had. The Tabby Garden is an absolutely beautiful outdoor venue. This is a great venue if you’re looking for the perfect garden wedding surrounded by Jasmin flowers and Spanish moss. We couldn’t imagine getting married anywhere else!
C
Caroline Sent on 11/16/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Incredibly Helpful.

Incredible helpful throughout, accommodating, very flexible. Even with a few hiccups (tropical storm) everything was amazing thanks to Beaufort Inn.
We stayed on site during the weekend as well. It was a great little get away right down town.
Lindsay
Lindsay Sent on 10/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Beaufort Inn was the absolute PERFECT wedding venue!!

The Beaufort Inn was the absolute PERFECT wedding venue. We had our ceremony at Tabby Garden and cocktail hour/reception at Tabby Place, which was great for our group of 115 guests (although they can hold even larger groups). One of the things I loved most about our wedding weekend is that all of our closest friends and family were staying at our venue! Not only was it so convenient to meet up, hangout, and be able to easily walk downtown for meals/shopping throughout the weekend, it was also soooooo incredibly beautiful. We used one of the courtyards for afternoon cocktails. Our guests also used the fire pits and complimentary s’mores kits at night. The Fisher Cottage is the perfect getting ready location for bride/bridesmaids (complete with extra chairs for getting ready and a perfect, large closet area with extra hangers for hanging dresses!). The groom/groomsmen used the Caretaker's Cottage for getting ready, which was also great. All of the cottages and rooms are so quaint and historic, while also being clean and inviting. The front desk staff was so friendly and gave all of our guests tours of the property when they checked in. I worked with Cassandra for venue coordination over the last year and a half and she was very responsive and accommodating throughout. We are so thankful to them for giving us the perfect wedding weekend at their amazing venues/property!!
Tess
Tess Sent on 07/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating

It couldn't have been more perfect!

My husband and I got married here this summer and it could not have been more perfect. The team at the Beaufort Inn is very responsive and made sure everything was just right. All of our family and friends who stayed here remarked on how beautiful their rooms were and how much they enjoyed hanging out in one of the many courtyards. It is such a stunning venue and charming hotel. It was amazing being able to have our ceremony and reception all in one place. Once the event was over all of our family and friends were able to just walk back to their rooms instead of having to drive. I can't recommend this venue highly enough!
Jolie
Jolie Sent on 04/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day Ever!

We booked the Beaufort Inn for our special day and it did not disappoint! We had a lot of family traveling to South Carolina for our wedding and loved how everyone could be accommodated at the Inn. Our ceremony took place in the garden and the cocktail hour and reception took place at Tabby Place. Both we beautiful spots. We loved having everyone so close to us during the day and Beaufort is the most charming small town. We couldn’t have dreamed of a better space and amenities for our big day!
Heather
Heather Sent on 12/02/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Old Bay Marketplace Loft and Rooftop

This location was just what we were looking for after our original idea of a beach wedding had to be altered. They worked with our wedding planner to create a beautiful space.
C
Caitlyn Sent on 11/20/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Our wedding was perfect at the Beaufort Inn!

Lindsay and her team at the Beaufort Inn were so helpful in coordinating our special day at the Beaufort Inn! Even with last minute issues, everyone worked together to solve our problems! The team at the Inn made our day stress free and more perfect than we could've imagined!
N
Natalie Sent on 06/20/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The first time we saw the Beaufort Inn, my husband and I knew that this would be the place for our wedding. The garden is absolutely breathtaking, the Inn is historically beautiful and charming, and it is perfectly situated in the cutest town ever! From the early stages of our planning process up until the day of our wedding, Lindsay Blackmon and the entire Beaufort Inn staff went above and beyond to ensure that every detail of our wedding was absolutely perfect. We honestly could not have asked for a more perfect wedding! Even with a bit of rain early on in the day, Lindsay and her team checked in and made sure that everything was on track. We can't wait to visit again for future anniversaries and relive all of the amazing memories that we made together with our family and friends! Thank you, Beaufort!
Love, Natalie & Ryan
G
Gayle Sent on 06/18/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The Beaufort Inn is a magical place to hold a wedding. My son's wedding ceremony was in the Tabby Garden and the reception was held at Tabby Place. Both venues were great! The garden is beautiful and even with a little rain, the staff was able to make it work. Tabby Place is large but with the right florist, can be very intimate. We had 135 people and it certainly did not feel too big. The biggest plus to having the wedding at the Inn was that almost all of our guests stayed at the Inn or in Airbnbs near the Inn. We got to see our friends and family the whole weekend. The rooms at the Inn are all different but each we saw was clean, well appointed and fit our guests' needs perfectly. The staff is friendly and professional! We worked to plan things out with Lindsay Blackmon. She is so responsive, organized and kind. You can't go wrong with a wedding through the Beaufort Inn!
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Awards

29
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Dormant Gypsy Photography Dormant Gypsy Photography Wedding Photographers

What a fabulous venue! I've shot a few weddings here and the staff go above and beyond! The rooms/cottages are very cozy and convenient to downtown and the event staging area is the perfect size for larger weddings with a smaller courtyard for smaller events. I love the character this venue offers!

Sue Jarrett Photographer Sue Jarrett Photographer Wedding Photographers

Beaufort Inn has many great opportunities! It's location is great. It's rental rooms are great. It's backyard wedding site is beautiful, large and fun. It also has an area for your wedding reception. After the wedding just walk a block from there and you can see the Beaufort River.

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The Beaufort Inn frequently asked questions

The Beaufort Inn includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Clean Up
The space offered by The Beaufort Inn for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
  • Inn/B&B
  • Mansion
  • Rooftop
The Beaufort Inn offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Beaufort Inn offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Beaufort Inn offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Beaufort Inn offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
The Beaufort Inn is recommended by 92% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.6 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.6 in quality of service, 4.6 in average response time, 4.6 in flexibility, 4.6 in professionalism and 4.6 in value.

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