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Known for the oldest landscaped gardens in America, the Middleton Place venue in Charleston, South Carolina is filled with carefully manicured formal gardens that provide a romantic backdrop for your wedding. With its floral allees, butterfly wing-shaped lakes, and views of the Ashley River, couples will be able to rejuvenate with their loved ones in the venue's serene spaces and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Facilities and Capacity

Couples can invite up to 1,000 guests to join them at this expansive and breathtaking garden venue that features a total of 110 acres. In the gardens and grounds, you have the choice between choosing from among uncovered outdoor and covered outdoor options. For your ceremony, there are a variety of outdoor spaces that you can customize to meet your needs and wedding size. The Parterre and Butterfly Lakes offer you and your guests views of the Ashley River while the Secret Gardens offer two romantic gardens of different sizes to choose from. If you want to add a historic focal point to your wedding, the Middleton Oak, which is thought to be over 900 years old, can provide a historic backdrop as you say your vows. The Octagonal Garden and Crane Pool feature many seasonal and varying flowers throughout the year. For receptions, separate venue options are available as well.

Services Offered

Couples are welcome to enjoy other aspects of their wedding on property, such as their bridal shower, engagement party, rehearsal dinner, reception, or elopement. Accommodations can be provided in the 55-room inn for those wanting to take some more time to enjoy this blossoming venue. Other services include in-house bar and catering. The culinary team can help you to design a suitable menu for your special day, reflecting your tastes and any dietary adjustments you require. You can also enjoy a cake provided by this expert staff. Set up of your event can be managed by the events team, relieving you of any pre-celebration stress. Middleton Place is just northwest of North Charleston. The Ashley River is only a stone's throw from the property and there are plenty of accommodation options that couples and their guests may choose from.

Pricing information

$21,900 average price
WeddingWire estimate
$21,900 average price
WeddingWire estimate
Reception
$7,500 starting price
Ceremony
$3,500 starting price
Bar service
$27 per person
These prices are available for the months of Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Oct, Nov.

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FAQ

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?

$7,500

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

$5,000

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?

$3,500

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

$1,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Transportation

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$27

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

House Beer
House Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

15

Describe your venue:

Garden
Historic Building
Waterfront

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
Bar Services
Catering Services
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

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

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
July
August
September
December

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Reviews of Middleton Place

Weddingwire
4.2/5 41 reviews
Google
4.7/5 2676 reviews
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Corinne Sent on 07/15/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful!

Middleton was exactly what I had dreamed of for my wedding! The gardens are so beautiful, the food was delicious, and the staff was amazing! As an out-of-town bride, it was so important for me that the venue had it all, which Middleton did, and they did it all so well! Emily, was so responsive and exemply helpful!

Our family and bridal party stayed at the Inn on the property and it was so special having extra time to see everyone at breakfast and at the pool. Such a perfect weekend!
Molly
Molly Sent on 04/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection

If we got married one million more times, we would pick Middleton Place every time. Middleton Place is as close to a PERFECT venue as is physically possible. It is absolutely breathtaking, both the natural beauty and the physical structures and manicured gardens. The food was incredible, they made some small adjustments in the menu for us and our guests RAVE about the food. The sheep were perhaps the biggest hit, such a unique element that people absolutely adored. Middleton is worth every penny we spent.
Julia
Julia Sent on 10/13/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommended!

Our wedding at Middleton Place in September was just perfect. All the staff and our event planner were just amazing and so helpful. Gorgeous and historical venue for sure. They have beautiful gardens for people to walk around and see as well as a museum. And of course the most important thing was the food was awsome! Highly recommend!
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