Southern Oaks, is an event venue located in Gilbert SC on Highway 378, minutes from Lexington and Lake Murray . At Southern Oaks, we strive to make your day as relaxing as possible. We can do as much or as little as you want. Southern Oaks offers decoration packages that include CUSTOMIZED DECORATIONS AND FRESH FLORAL ARRANGMENTS inclluding ALL set up and break down of decorations. These optional packages are add on to the regular venue rental.

Facilities:

• The house, that is now the face of Southern Oaks, was built in 1820. Still with its original shiplap and design, this historic farm house is the perfect setting for a southern wedding. It includes a Bridal Suite, Groom's Room, a Den Area for parents and grandparents to relax, and an additional Bridal Loft for the really large wedding parties. The home is filled with large, elegant chandeliers and stunning furniture. The property has 2 historic barns, a chapel, a large outdoor patio with tables, fire pit and bar. Southern Oaks has one of the largest largest reception buildings in Lexington County and one of the few with a designated building for a chapel or separate cocktail hour space. There are 2 arbors onsite and beautiful spaces that are shaded for outdoor ceremonies. The land is full of large pecan and oak trees, multiple arbors along with breathtaking landscape. Evergreens surround this property and its well manicured lawn making it a beautiful space every month of the year.

Parking:

• Paved Parking for approximately 200 guest
• Handicapped Parking

Capacity:

• Reception Hall- 285
• Chapel- 200
• Lawn Event 300+
• Handicap Accessible

Services Offered

• Venue Rental
• Includes Tables, Chairs and Linens
• Indoor & Outdoor Ceremony Spaces
• Decoration & Fresh Floral Packages (Includes Set Up/Break Down)
• Planning
• Bartenders (you provide your own beverages)

Location Details:

• Loacted 8 miles from Lexington, and about 5 miles from Batesburg
• Located 5 minutes from Lexington High School
• Across from Shore Road & JC's Outdoors
• Minutes from Lake Murray and plenty of house rentals.

Venue rental is based on day and month of the event.