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Southwind Acres is a wedding venue located in Prosperity, South Carolina, just 7 minutes from Newberry and Lake Murray. For couples seeking a tranquil spot to declare their love in front of family and friends, this facility offers an ideal setting. The scenic bucolic atmosphere, multiple event spaces, and an accommodating team help create a celebration that couples will treasure long after they’ve said their vows.

Facilities and Capacity

This venue features both indoor and outdoor event spaces to host weddings and other special occasions, for up to 200 guests inside. The expansive main lawn boasts majestic oak trees and exquisite landscaping, providing a gorgeous backdrop and an abundance of opportunities for unforgettable wedding photos. Private getting-ready rooms are available to provide the to-be-weds and their wedding party with a place to finalize any last-minute preparations before the festivities begin. Couples can opt to hold their ceremony outside on the lawn, under our 800 square foot tent, or inside our quaint mini Barn-style Chapel. This event space offers elegance and a variety of modern amenities, such as heating and air conditioning, to maximize guests’ comfort. A covered porch and a fire pit area featuring swings supply guests with plenty of room to relax and socialize.

Services Offered

Southwind Acres is able to accommodate numerous wedding-related festivities, including engagement parties, bridal showers, elopements, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions. Their helpful staff knows that saying “I do” is an important event, and their goal is to provide couples with an experience that is as free of worry as possible. They offer an array of items, such as tables, chairs, linens, and even a 1929 Mercedes Benz convertible for a pituresque backdrop all included in your package. Buffet catering and bar services are available to help make couples’ receptions all the more special. When choosing this venue for your big day, you’ll also have access to a range of services to help bring your dream wedding to life. Here, you may avail of the following and more:

  • Cleanup
  • Day of cordinator
  • Outside vendors
  • Parking
  • WiFi

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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?

$4,000

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

$4,000

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?

$4,000

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

$4,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

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

Bartender(s)
Open Bar

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Barn

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?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Server(s)
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Outside Alcohol

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Decor
Furniture
Photo booth
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Reviews of Southwind Acres

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Southwind Acres, with owners Kim and James, is highly praised by reviewers for their exceptional service and beautiful venue. Guests were impressed with the stunning decor, ease of planning, and attention to detail provided by Kim and her husband. The venue is described as affordable, cozy, and perfect for weddings, with multiple reviewers highlighting the helpfulness and professionalism displayed by the owners. Overall, Southwind Acres is recommended for creating a magical and stress-free wedding day experience.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Southwind Acres, with owners Kim and James, is highly praised by reviewers for their exceptional service and beautiful venue. Guests were impressed with the stunning decor, ease of planning, and attention to detail provided by Kim and her husband. The venue is described as affordable, cozy, and perfect for weddings, with multiple reviewers highlighting the helpfulness and professionalism displayed by the owners. Overall, Southwind Acres is recommended for creating a magical and stress-free wedding day experience.

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Jane Sent on 12/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Christmas party

Had our neighborhood christmas party here for second year. We had around 65 people. It was fabulous. Place was beautifully decorated, felt very warm and cozy , and we didn’t have to do a thing. Kim was very helpful and accommodating while we were planning and offered suggestions. She was with us all night and constantly stayed busy! I highly recommend this venue for any party.
Sherry
Sherry Sent on 12/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Newberry Shores Annual Christmas Neighborhood Party

Kim and Amber were amazing hosts, they treated us like a family & made us feel at home!
The venue is absolutely gorgeous, the decor is stunning & is definitely a place you’d enjoy having any get together for any occasion!
We had the best time & looking forward to having more events in the future!
Thanks Kim for your hospitality & your venue is stunning!
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Makenzie Sent on 11/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

the best venue 🤍

Southwind Acres and Mrs. Kim and her husband are truly the best. They made sure our day was beautiful and that everything went smooth! It truly was the best day of our lives and we couldn't have done it without them!! 10/10 recommend 🤍🤍
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Sarah Sent on 10/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

2025 October wedding

Kim and her husband are amazing! They are constantly making improvements and do their best to ensure the day goes smoothly. They also provide day of organization to help couples make sure their timelines are set and make sense. She contacts vendors to ensure they know where to go and when they need to be present. The venue is beautiful and the most reasonably priced venue in the state. I would highly recommend this venue to any bride that is cost concious because you get an amazing venue and staff team without compromising quality.
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Rholon Sent on 10/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Smooth as Silk

Honestly, when my stepdaughter asked me to help her with her wedding, I was unsure. But, after meeting with Ms Kim, all my worries were gone. This lady is so organized and professional, every decision that had to be made was a breeze. The grounds are beautiful at Southwind Acres, and offer several choices for an outside wedding. The main building is huge and decorated to make any wedding a success. There is a wide selection of decorations to choose from, and Ms Kim and her husband do all the decorating for you. And, they do a phenomenal job. She has her own bartender, DJ and can refer you to catering services. This is one stop shopping. She and her husband are very kind and personable. They make it their personal quest to insure your wedding is everything you want it to be. I thank them both, for the amazing job they did on my stepdaughter’s wedding. It all went “Smooth as Silk”!
Nikki
Nikki Sent on 10/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best Venue ever

We had our wedding at Southwind Acres, and it was truly the best decision we could have made. From the very beginning, the staff made the entire planning process stress-free and enjoyable. They were professional, attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect for our day.

The venue itself is absolutely stunning – from the breathtaking ceremony space, elegant reception area, beautifully kept grounds, etc. it provided the most magical backdrop for our celebration. Our guests are still raving about how gorgeous everything looked and how seamless the event felt.
J
Joseph Sent on 10/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Zappala wedding

Working with Kim made the entire process smooth and easy! The venue providing decorations was a HUGE help! Couldn’t ask for a better venue!
M
Mackenzie Sent on 09/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely gorgeous ♥️

This wedding venue is absolutely worth every penny and it is by far the most budget friendly venue out there. Kim and her husband James are the best host and sweetest people. Their bartender Mrs Angie is fantastic! Everyone was very professional but also we felt like we were at home! Thank you so much for being apart of our special day and making it super special for us! Much love ❤️
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Tracie Sent on 08/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Southwind Acres Venue Excellence

If you want the wedding and reception of your dreams, book Southwind Acres venue. This place has everything you could ask from decor to a place to go if it rains on your special day. My daughter was married there and it was wonderful! You could not ask for better people to work with at Southwind Acres venue . If I would give them a rating it would be 10 stars! Thank you Southwind!!
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Angela Sent on 08/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great Venue

Highly recommend! The venue is beautiful, and the owners work hard to keep it that way. Kim is very helpful and made our daughter's wedding day great.
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Awards

120
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

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Southwind Acres frequently asked questions

Southwind Acres includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Southwind Acres includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Southwind Acres includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Southwind Acres for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
Southwind Acres offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Southwind Acres offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Southwind Acres offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Southwind Acres offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
  • Tents
Southwind Acres is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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