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We Celebrate Life at Doko Manor! A beautiful, pondside wedding venue located in the heart of a 24-acre park in Blythewood, South Carolina. Our elegant, scenic setting will certainly be part of making all your Wedding day dreams come true. An undiscovered jewel, Doko Manor is truly special and our staff is committed to making Your Day...Amazing!! Schedule a tour today to experience Doko Manor in person. You will be so happy you did!

Facilities and Capacity

Doko Manor has over 5,000 square feet of usable interior space that can seat up to 240 guests for your Wedding and Reception. Our dedicated food service space, adjacent to a full catering kitchen proves to make your guest entertaining a seamless process for your catering team. With ample reserved parking and a beautiful entry foyer, the Manor features two back porches complete with rocking chairs that overlook a stone walkway aisle leading to the pondside wedding platform. Doko Manor...Let us provide your perfect atmosphere for your perfect day!

Services Offered

Doko Manor is open to rent all year long from 7 a.m. to midnight, with business hours 9am - 5pm Monday - Friday. Experienced staff will provide you with superior customer service, ensuring that your special day is one to remember.

The venue offers the following services and rentals:

  • Bridal dressing room at no charge
  • Groom dressing room at no charge
  • Inside tables and chairs setup and take down at no charge
  • Chiavari chairs available to rent
  • Attendant on-site
  • Audiovisual equipment
  • Dance floor
  • Outside furniture available to rent
  • Abundant free parking
  • Handicap accessible
  • Free to use your own caterer, decorator, DJ, licensed bartender, etc.
  • Large catering kitchen at no charge
  • Pondside pergola

History

Doko Manor first opened its door in March of 2013. The name “Doko” is believed to be an Indian name meaning “watering place” also has an African meaning of “where the iron horse drinks.” Both meanings are deemed appropriate, as steam engines stopped in Blythewood for water and fuel centuries ago. The water was stored in a wooden tower which was used until steam engines disappeared. Pictures of the water tower as well as other historical pictures of Blythewood are on the walls aligning the hallways of Doko Manor.

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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?

$2,500

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

$2,500

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?

$2,500

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

$2,500

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

Bridal Suite
Parking
Set Up
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1-4

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

Reviews of Doko Manor

J
James Sent on 11/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Renewal

The venue was excellent! The weather was even better! I highly recommend this location for your wedding/ reception.
B
Bianca Sent on 11/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best place

We held our ceremony and reception at Doko Manor and the staff was so attentive. We had a blast. Beautiful place and clean! Easy to work with. Only thing I didn’t like we couldn’t do the walking on the clouds without losing our deposit but outside of that highly recommended
D
D. Washington Sent on 11/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Experience of a lifetime!

The event space had everything we needed all under one roof! Very spacious and comfortable.
K
Kelly Sent on 12/09/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Venue

First off, this is a must location! Not only is this place beautiful but the people here guide, help, and take care of every little thing. I, literally, relied on Steve and Johna and their crew. Johna is a charge away from being a wedding planner. Every vendor we hired was from her list and they were all professional. I trusted their judgment and they made my wedding smooth and enjoyable.
M
Monica Sent on 12/12/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best experience ever!!

My husband and I rented Doko Manor to host a baby shower for our first grandchild, and our experience was amazing from inception to completion. Johna, Trish, and the entire staff are consummate professionals! The facility is well maintained, the view is picturesque, and our event was simply perfect. I highly recommend Doko Manor for any special event, as I’ll definitely use this venue again!
Jalisha
Jalisha Sent on 11/22/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Experience

Johna Sutton makes you feel like family from start to finish!! She gave me recommended vendors and even helped serve at my rehearsal dinner. I could not have asked for a better venue and a better person to have helped facilitate my dream wedding. I highly recommend Doko Manor to any and everyone. It was very affordable and BYOB. We saved so much money choosing our own vendors. I can’t say enough...BOOK HERE!
Nneka McDuffie and Kevis Washington
Nneka Sent on 09/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Place!!!

This venue is absolutely amazing the staff is nothing short of perfect Lisa and Johana are extremely helpful, they’re passion for assisting other vendors is not something you find at most venues. I am so grateful I had the opportunity to work with you two. This venue is flawless for any Bride and Groom not only is the location beautiful but the staff makes it even more beautiful thanks Johana and Lisa.
Phyllis
Phyllis Sent on 09/02/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Success First Time Fundraiser Event

Great venue location and size and great service from staff. This was a first time event and Doko help made it possible. Thanks everyone for your part of this success; See You Next Year!!!
J
Jourdan Sent on 06/15/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing staff

Ms. Johna was beyond helpful and was there for us through the whole process. It was everything we wanted and more. I will recommend Doko Manor to anyone and everyone who needs a gorgeous venue with an amazing staff.
Avery
Avery Sent on 05/31/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing

The amount of support and professionalism that we got from Doko was just the best. Throughout the whole process they were understanding and helpful. The venue is inexpensive and the staff there are truly wonderful. I must recognize the hard work of Johna Sutton giving us exactly what we needed on our big day, I can’t thank her and the whole venue staff enough for what they have done. I would highly recommend Doko Manor to anyone wanting to have a wedding or any special event.
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Awards

39
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Bonnie Brunt Cakes Bonnie Brunt Cakes Wedding Cakes

So many good things to say about Doko Manor! Beautiful facility...like a little jewel. I love the outdoor area, the pond with the fountain, and the beautiful view it provides from the ballrooms. Large, well appointed ballrooms that are frequently transformed into the beautiful visions of planners and their brides! The parking is perfect, and the slight seclusion makes Doko Manor a perfect venue for beautiful weddings of many sizes. The staff is courteous and professional...and a joy to work with. Bonnie Brunt Cakes LOVES providing cakes to Doko, for we know, an event at Doko Manor is always a lovely time had by all. :)

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Doko Manor frequently asked questions

Doko Manor includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Doko Manor for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Waterfront
Doko Manor offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Doko Manor offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Doko Manor offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Doko Manor offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Doko Manor is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in value, 4.8 in average response time and 4.8 in flexibility.
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