The William Aiken House

Updated January 26, 2024

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Historic Estate in Downtown Charleston, SC

A national historic landmark in the heart of downtown Charleston, SC, the William Aiken House is an elegant 1807 estate located on Upper King Street, within walking distance to renowned hotels, fine dining, shopping, historic sites, and cultural experiences. Sweeping ballrooms, lush private grounds, and open-air piazzas make this historic mansion one of Charleston’s most sought-after venues for weddings. DISTINCTIVE VENUE The William Aiken House accommodates up to 400 guests and boasts both indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces, including: • First and second-floor ballrooms with expansive outdoor covered piazzas overlooking the grounds • Private gardens, manicured lawns, and two spacious courtyards for outdoor entertaining • Elegant pergola and reflection pool • Two formal dining rooms • Drawing room and a formal study (perfect for getting ready the morning of) • A collection of museum-caliber artwork and antiques CARRIAGE HOUSE SUITES Also located on the grounds of the William Aiken House and tucked away from the hustle and bustle of King Street, two guest suites reside in a beautifully-restored gothic-style Carriage House. Originally used as stables, the Carriage House is home to two unique duplex suites, each with a living and dining area, kitchenette, master bedroom, and full bath, and breathtaking views of the bluestone courtyard and magnificent centuries-old magnolia tree. These suites are perfect for overnight stays or to be used as a getting-ready location the morning of your wedding. CUISINE, BAR + SERVICE Our Patrick Properties Hospitality Group in-house culinary team serves as the exclusive food and beverage provider across all five of our historic venues. They work closely with you to design a thoughtful menu perfectly suited to your event. Sourcing the freshest seasonal ingredients from local producers is a cornerstone of our cuisine. • Chef-crafted menu tailored with your personal touch • Customizable selections to please every palate • Menu consultations and private tastings • In-house Pastry Chef • On-site commercial kitchen

Amenities & Details

Ceremony Area, Covered Outdoors Space, Dressing Room, Handicap Accessible, Indoor Event Space, Liability Insurance, On-Site Accommodations, Outdoor Event Space, Reception Area, Wireless Internet, Woman-owned Business

Guest Capacity

300+

Ceremony Types

Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Cupcakes, Other Desserts, Destination Weddings, Destination Wedding Planning, Food & Catering, Planning, Wedding Design, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff

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Ballroom, Estate, Garden, Historic Venue, Tented, Trees

Business Attributes

Woman-owned Business

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The William Aiken House Reviews

McCall Berry (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

My husband and I were married at The William Aiken House this past December. We had the most amazing experience with PPHG and their wonderful staff. The venue, the food, the beverages, the atmosphere, and the staff were all absolutely incredible. It is almost a year later, and I STILL have guests talking about the food, service, and venue. It was such an easy decision to get married at The William Aiken House since this was the one and only venue I truly loved. I knew I wanted a Charleston wedding, and The William Aiken House is the epitome of Southern elegance. Rachel and Lauren were absolutely wonderful to work with and were so accomodating throughout the entire process. The tasting was such a fun experience as well, and we enjoyed being able to taste and test some of the wonderful food we would enjoy on our wedding day. When I say the food is incredible, I 100% mean it. Our wedding day was so incredible and the staff were all so accomodating to my guests. If I could give PPHG more than 5 stars, I would! I truly had the wedding of my dreams, and it is all thanks to my wonderful vendors and PPHG! If you want guests talking about your wedding for years to come, do not hesitate to go with PPHG and The William Aiken House!
Reviewed on 13-10-2023

allison marlow (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

Southern Charm Perfection. I never dreamt that I would get married in Charleston, let alone in a venue as romantic as the William Aiken House. From the bright colors, and historical architecture to the well-manicured garden and cobblestone paths, this was a dreamy spot to tie the knot. We got married in October 2023 and I couldn’t be happier with the final result. The venue was perfect. PPHG and the staff were amazing throughout the whole process from initial contact with Erin to their in-house planners, Abby Frye who was fantastic - she took all the guesswork out of it, made it an enjoyable experience, and the final result was stellar - more than what I could have imagined - to Nadia who helped us at the tasting experience and made sure we were never left out of food or drinks at our wedding. Abby and Nadia were a Godsend on the day of the wedding. All of our guests raved about how beautiful and how classy the venue and event were, how delicious the food was especially the crab cakes and oatmeal cream pies, and how nice all the staff were. We felt very welcomed and supported by Abby and the PPHG team - they all went above and beyond and I would recommend them over and over again.
Reviewed on 18-01-2024

Annie Parham (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

We got married at The William Aiken House this December, and it was the perfect venue. Beyond being a beautiful venue, PPHG itself was amazing. The whole PPHG staff was incredibly helpful throughout the planning process, from an extremely informative initial tour of the venue to helpful information packets and brochures to a wonderful tasting experience at Parcel 32 to everything they did for us on the wedding weekend itself. So many of our guests raved about how beautiful the venue is, how delicious the food was, and how nice all of the service staff were throughout the night. We felt very supported throughout the whole weekend, and PPHG truly went above and beyond to make sure we got to enjoy our day, including waiting with one of each our signature cocktails for us and two of each of the hors d'oeuvres and food station items so we got to enjoy every detail. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 24-12-2023

Madison Sloan (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

The most beautiful wedding venue we could ever ask for. Our guests couldn't stop talking about the house, food, drinks, and hospitality. PPHG and Kelly went above and beyond for us throughout our entire wedding planning process. We couldn't recommend our vendor team more!!
Reviewed on 10-12-2023

Katherine Robinson (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

There aren't enough words to describe our amazing experience hosting our wedding at The William Aiken House. We aren't from Charleston and so we completed the venue search virtually. The team answered all of our questions and provided an excellent virtual tour of the property. Despite this virtual tour and seeing so many photos, our in-person visit completely blew us away. The property is breathtaking in person due to its grand scale. During the wedding planning process, the team kept us up-to-date on all of our deadlines with menus, guest count, and payments. The tasting experience was phenomenal. We requested two custom passed hors d'oeuvres that the culinary team executed flawlessly. The mini empanadas were one of our favorite parts of the day! Finally, the whole staff at PPHG exceeded every expectation for the day of. They prepared my husband and me a tray of appetizers for after the ceremony to eat privately, and they made sure that our parents were well taken care of throughout the night. I wish we could relive this experience over and over again and not change a thing because PPHG ensured that our wedding was perfect!
Reviewed on 04-12-2023

Jan Hannon (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

The professionalism and ease to work with was amazing. Service was impeccable. Flexible due to rain was incredible. Highly recommend!!
Reviewed on 28-11-2023

Ali Marquez (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

My husband and I got married at WAH in September 2023. It was our absolute dream venue and everything was PERFECT the day of and in the months leading up. We worked with our wedding planner and Nadia from PPHG. They were the perfect pair. Would definitely recommend this venue - they will make your dreams come true!
Reviewed on 30-10-2023

Lindsay Smigelski (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

Where do I even begin!Venue - Absolutely stunning. The venue is impeccable on the inside and the outside. Your guests will rave about the southern charm that the venue has and the location is perfect. Right on King Street. Food - So delicious and worth every. single. penny. I would highly suggest the shrimp and grit cake with the creole butter sauce. The food was absolutely outstanding. PPHG employees - All were so sweet, responsive and genuine. They all went out of their way to make sure our wedding was everything we wanted and more. Nadia was especially great to work with. :)
Reviewed on 09-10-2023

Bill Stovall (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

I worked with Kelly, and could not have been better satisfied with everything at the William Aiken House and with Patrick Properties. One thing that I especially appreciated was that we had created a custom menu for the anticipated rehearsal dinner 3 years ago with Cru Catering at that time, and your group was able to provide everything we had put together before so that we did not have to start over with planning the menu. The venue was stunning, and we had many compliments from out of town guests.
Reviewed on 17-07-2023

Taylor Deane (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

The William Aiken is an absolutely stunning wedding venue!!!! The property is absolutely incredible and is the best wedding venue in Charleston!! Do not pick a different venue!!!!If you are contemplating The William Aiken House, you need to consider adding Peninsula Events as your wedding planning team. They truly take the a stunning venue and turn it into a spectacular experience that will truly wow your friends and family. It is SOOO freaking hard to put into words what Abby and the peninsula events team means to me, my now husband Steve, and my family!! Abby and her team have made every single crazy idea come to life in the most beautiful and breathtaking way. The entire process of planning the wedding was SO much fun, all thanks to them, and we are forever grateful for making the wedding planning so easy for us.Our wedding day and night is permanently our favorite moment of our lives and the first thing we will think about is our appreciation towards Abby and peninsula events!! 48 hours before our wedding we had to change our wedding vision and thank God we had Abby on our side!! She came to us with 3 different options and it ended up being a million times better than the original plan. You should not hire anyone except Abby!!! Don’t trust the most important day to anyone else.
Reviewed on 09-07-2023

Jamie & Brianna Darvill (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

We were married this past weekend at William Aiken House and could not recommend Peninsula Events and Abby more! They went above and beyond to ensure our wedding was amazing and they were there to help us at every step. They were incredible and we are eternally grateful!
Reviewed on 13-06-2023

Nicole Webb (other) 5 out of 5 Rating

There is a reason why PPHG venues have the reputation they do in Charleston. The most amazing customer service from day one, the most beautiful venues, the most delicious and accommodating catering/beverage service. I got married at The William Aiken House on King Street-such a prime location on Upper King and stunning grounds. My whole experience was truly a dream come true! Added bonus- all of my guests could walk to the wedding from surrounding hotels/airbnbs. You really can’t beat that! Look no further if you are wanting to get married downtown Charleston.
Reviewed on 24-05-2023

Courtney Welch (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-12-2022
I don’t even know where to start but I just want to say how amazing PPHG was during the whole wedding planning process. We had our wedding at William Aiken and it was beautiful and couldn’t have been more perfect but the PPHG team made it so flawless! They are a well oiled machine and make it so easy to plan a wedding at any of their properties. I’ve heard from our guests Continuously even a month after about how wonderful the food was. The cake was also beautiful AND delicious which normally doesn’t happen. :) I can’t say enough amazing things about this team but they made the planning process so fun! The tasting was also so nice and delicious! Everyone was always so nice and willing to answer any question at anytime. I would recommend PPHG properties over any venues in Charleston! They ARE THE BEST! :) thanks for an amazing, fun, wedding planning year and a wonderful, beautiful wedding for us! :)
Reviewed on 05-02-2023

Kelly Cole (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-12-2022
We had our wedding at the William Aiken House and had the absolute BEST experience with PPHG. Rachel, and the entire PPHG staff are amazing. They were all super helpful and accommodating throughout our wedding planning process. The venue is gorgeous and was great for our intimate wedding of 27 guests. I was worried the venue would be too spread out for our small guest count, but with utilizing just the front lawn area (by the pergola), the upstairs piazza, and indoor rooms it was perfect! I loved the layout that we decided on. We came up with a unique idea to use the bluestone next to the pond for our dance floor, and it worked out perfectly for our small guest count! We had our dinner on the upstairs piazza overlooking King Street and it was a literal dream. Our wedding was on 12/2 and the weather was absolutely perfect - I’m so happy we were able to utilize the outdoor spaces even in the winter. The food was INCREDIBLE.. all of our guests raved about how delicious everything was! We had 3 specialty cocktails which were all amazing! The catering team, bartenders, and servers really go above and beyond with their service. I could not be happier with our decision to book the William Aiken House for our special day. Beyond exceeded my expectations!
Reviewed on 21-12-2022

Alyce L (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-09-2022
After touring close to 50 venues across the US, Rachel Hopkins the Sales Manager we had worked with, made it an easy decision for us! We selected The William Aiken House (which was unknowingly my first ever pin on Pinterest for a wedding venue) for our ceremony/cocktail hour/dinner, American Theater for our dancing/after party and Parcel32 for our rehearsal dinner/welcome gathering. Rachel was easily the best we worked with throughout our venue search and is a genuinely kind hearted individual! We also worked with Becky Kearns, who was also an absolute joy work with! The two of them were very accommodating and easy to work with as they shaped the various options for the venues, catering, and other items. Throughout the planning process the two of them and PPHG were very professional and thoughtful with each step. We felt comfortable with them along the way and they made it easy to trust them in all ways. Abigail Roderick, Director of Events, was also fantastic in every way and we really enjoyed her flexibility in all areas of planning, and the tasting with her! We also worked with the amazing Rachel Starling for our rehearsal dinner and welcome party at Parcel32 which would highly recommend (please see our review)! The day of staff assigned to our events surpassed all expectations and we received much praise from our guest on how wonderful the service was. The catering and drinks were also a significant highlight from the affair. The feedback from guests on how it was “the best wedding food they have had” was so wonderful. We drool thinking back on each food item and drink, and are so happy PPHG upholds such a great standard for the catering. We also were so pleased in choosing to work with Jessica the Pastry Chef for our Cake. It was so elegant and received endless compliments, and tasted delicious too! And it goes without saying, the beautiful unique venues (and photos from them) were breathtaking! To end, you would be making the best decision to work with PPHG. We are so happy and forever grateful for everything they did for us :) PPHG was wonderful to work with in every aspect! We would highly recommend anyone planning an event or wedding to work with them! They have the best venues in the United States, exquisite catering and genuinely thoughtful top notch staff.
Reviewed on 16-12-2022

Ron Walsh (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-10-2022
The William Aiken House is a beautiful wedding venue. The folks at Patrick Properties made the process seamless and service was professional and flawless. Everything from cocktail hour, hor’dourves, dinner and desert, was five star! They helped make my daughters wedding a dream come true.
Reviewed on 29-11-2022

Melissa Collins (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-10-2022
I have worked with the William Aiken House for three consecutive years to host an annual commercial event for our organization. The team that helps to organize and plan as well as staff that then execute the event set the bar for my expectations for all other vendors we use for other events in different parts of the state. They pay attention to every little detail. They make remarkable suggestions for set-up. They provide creative ideas, and have exceptional customer service. Then the catering-you can't find better. They simply are the best. The house itself is well-maintained, and is stunning. You can't help but elevate the style of your event with this historic building as your backdrop. Just go ahead and book them...seriously.
Reviewed on 29-11-2022

Amanda Hathaway (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-10-2022
WAH was the most beautiful place to get married and such an easy experience. Their food is amazing!! And with Food & Bev being in house, it makes the planning experience SO easy. They are so patient and will do anything to make your experience the best. Also, the ability to rent the carriage suites overnight really sets them apart. We rented both of the suites, a few of our items (gifts, signs, guestbook, etc) went in there overnight, and then we got all of it the next morning. No hectic rush to get out at the end of the wedding night.
Reviewed on 16-11-2022

Paulette Headden (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-10-2022
Truly don’t have the words to express our appreciation to the staff of the WAH. From the beginning to the end, each member of the team was not only professional but incredibly warm, available, and responsive. We held my daughter’s reception there and the day could not have gone more smoothly! The house and grounds were beautiful, food was amazing, and service impeccable! Would give ten stars if I could! Many thanks for the happiest celebration for our family!
Reviewed on 15-11-2022

Lea Allen (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-10-2022
There are no words to describe how wonderful the entire PPHG staff is. They are truly the best of the best. From start to finish they were professional, attentive and genuine towards me and all of our guests. We had our wedding at The William Aiken House and it could not have been more perfect. Our guests were raving about the ambiance, food, and staff and it was the perfect embodiment of the Charleston spirit.
Reviewed on 03-11-2022

Randi Weinstein (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-06-2022
After a 3-year hiatus, FAB, a business workshop for women in the hospitality industry finally returned. This was our second year holding it at the WAH + AT and it makes for the most perfect venue to host a workshop or conference. Having so many rooms of various sizes makes for the ability to have small group conversations, breakout sessions and larger formatted panels. The team at PPHG could not be more helpful and right on top of every need we had. The communication from securing the date to execution was flawless. They are the hardest working team around with the most beautifully maintained property. Can't wait till 2023!
Reviewed on 16-08-2022

Arielle Stratton (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-04-2022
The team at WAH made everything SO EASY to plan! They have their own catering (which was amazing!) and they have preferred vendor lists for some of the other vendors. They were very responsive and their menu was extensive. If there is anything they don't offer, you can ask and they do their best to accommodate! I loved how historic and ornate the house was and how many different areas there are for photos/events/etc. You really don't need to do a lot of decor, because the home and grounds are so gorgeous already! For the caterers- they serve a whole table at the same time, and its really cool to watch and adds an extra sense of elegance to dinner. One of my favorite parts was the fact that if you get married here, you can opt to stay in the carriage house onsite. This was so nice because the guys were able to get ready there earlier in the day, and then it was so nice being so close and stay at the mansion longer. This venue stands above and beyond all others we looked at in Charleston!!
Reviewed on 11-05-2022

Carol Carmichael (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-04-2022
The William Aiken House was chosen by our daughter and her fiancé for their spring wedding in 2022. Regardless of where the wedding was held, 90%+ of the guests would have to travel. Many traveled from the Carolinas and Virginia but others from the west coast and northeast. We knew everyone would enjoy Charleston. WAH is a beautiful example of a Charleston garden and home. Because our daughter and her fiancé were unable to make an appointment before their decision, countless emails were sent asking questions about the venue and its amenities. They responded immediately to all of our questions! It was the best customer service I personally have ever experienced. I want to personally thank Erin Elliot for her professionalism combined with a personal touch. She is amazing! In addition, Kailin Good, our event manager, ensured every detail of the reception met our highest standards. The food was delicious! Thanks to all of the staff of William Aiken House! Our daughter's wedding was absolutely beautiful!
Reviewed on 02-05-2022

Victoria Kucharski (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-04-2022
PPHG was incredible. Simply, they are wedding pros and a dream to work with. I cannot recommend them more.
Reviewed on 26-04-2022

Kelly N (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-04-2022
The most gorgeous, versatile, convenient venue! I had my wedding here in April 2022 and I couldn't be happier with how it all turned out. The photos I have with the yellow walls and greenery of the grounds are so bright and happy and perfectly match the feelings I had that day. PPHG (who manages the William Aiken House) was great to work with, even with having to postpone due to Covid. The location of the venue was super convenient for all of our guests who traveled in from out of town. I'm so happy we got married here!!
Reviewed on 24-04-2022

Jena Hilliard (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-04-2022
Booking our wedding and rehearsal dinner venues at PPHG properties was the best decision we made when starting to plan our wedding! The William Aiken House venue is stunning and so versatile — living in downtown Charleston I’ve seen it done up in so many different wedding styles throughout the years and all seem to just effortlessly fit perfectly! The food and service that was provided was literally impeccable and the fact that all of it is in-house makes the entire planning process so easy! Special S/O to Kelly — she went above and beyond to honor any and all of our requests to make sure that we had everything we wanted! Including espresso martinis with our chocolate espresso cake and shea crab soup shooters with hors d'oeuvre when it was originally supposed to be a starter option! Every single bar tender, wait staff and PPHG rep at our wedding was so courteous, friendly and professional they made the entire day run so smoothly! I don’t think my day would’ve turned out even a fraction as perfect as it was without PPHG so I’m telling you — save yourself the stress and book your event with them!
Reviewed on 15-04-2022

Paige Ripberger (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-04-2021
We spent our entire wedding weekend with PPHG and we wouldn't have it any other day. Our wedding day was at Lowndes Grove, and our rehearsal dinner/welcome party was at The William Aiken house. We loved how seamless our events went together, and that one night was spent in downtown Charleston. This venue had everything we were looking for; it had the charm of Charleston, and gave everyone a taste of what was to come for the wedding. Our dinner was amazing, and the desserts were a huge hit. We loved every minute of our intimate dinner upstairs, and then getting to mingle with our guests on the terrace as well as downstairs. We are so thankful to have spent our weekend with the incredible PPHG.
Reviewed on 04-04-2022

Molly Pontecorvo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-03-2022
Our wedding day was quite literally the most memorable day of our lives and it was all made possible thanks to the dream team at PPHG! From the sales process, with Rachel Hopkins and Becky Kearns, as they helped secure our venue at The William Aiken House, to the execution of the big day, with Lauren Wolfe, who brought our vision to life. My (now) husband and I were so thankful for all that these ladies did to make the process as seamless as possible. We cannot thank them enough and will always recommend your venues as a result of our impeccable experience.
Reviewed on 31-03-2022

Rachel Moose (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-03-2022
We got married at the William Aiken House and it was absolutely magical. It might be the most perfect venue. With it's incredible outdoors and indoor options no matter what layout or where you host the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception, you are in for a gorgeous setting. I had such a great experience with PPHG the entire time. Everyone I worked with was incredibly helpful, friendly and a pleasure to work with. Not only that but the food was phenomenal. Their staff on our wedding day was so incredibly professional - they were like Michelin star waiters and waitresses. It was so incredibly upscale, our wedding felt so elegant. When it comes to wedding food, I always lower my expectations because how can you feed 100+ people at the exact same time and keep everything hot and cooked well? It defies logic but somehow PPHG did it! I have never been to a wedding where I was like \"the food was delicious\" but mine really was! Everyone told me so as well which is such a huge relief to hear. Everything from picking a date, contracts, the tasting, and everything in between PPHG was amazing to work with. I highly recommend them and loved working with them.
Reviewed on 17-03-2022

Allison H (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-02-2022
Extremely well run and beautiful venue with the additional perks of being able to use the house to get ready in during the day and rent out the carriage house suites for the night of wedding. The service during the wedding day was impeccable and food/cake also amazing!
Reviewed on 28-02-2022

Meg Scott (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-01-2022
We had a wonderful experience with PPHG and the William Aiken House. We were blown away with the beauty of the house and grounds from the original tour. The team was great to work with and made every step go easily. They were extremely communicative and helpful as we figured out menu, bar plan, and flow of the day. We also had a tasting which we loved! It was reassuring that the food would be amazing and helped us feel confident in the items we chose. The food was probably what we got the most compliments on--everyone was pleased with their selections. From the appetizers to the salad, to the filet and salmon dinner, everything came out beautifully. The waiters worked in sync to deliver the food, which everyone loved and commented on. The cake was also stunning (and delicious). We also stayed at the Carriage House, which was beautiful and relaxing, after the wedding--highly recommend. We loved our whole experience!
Reviewed on 15-02-2022

Meagan Mulcahy (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-12-2021
The whole team at PPHG was so helpful during the wedding planning process. They gave their honest opinions and were always working to make things less stressful for us! We got married at The William Aiken house and it was beautiful- we got compliments on how unique, classic and beautiful the venue was all night! I recommend this venue and company to everyone!!!
Reviewed on 22-12-2021

Morgan Engler (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-10-2021
We searched and searched for the perfect wedding venue and when we walked through the William Aiken House gates, we knew we had found the one. Not only is the property something out of a fairytale, the entire staff from start to finish was a dream to work with. From the moment we booked with PPHG, we knew we were in good hands. They really know their stuff and are as sweet as can be. The day of wedding staff was top notch and guests could not stop commenting on the food, drinks, and hospitality. PPHG and the William Aiken House made our destination wedding AMAZING! Do not hesitate to throw the party of your life here.
Reviewed on 31-10-2021

Camille Antonicello (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-10-2021
I had the wedding of my dreams at William Aiken House, together with the PPHG Team! From the moment I chose the venue, to over a year later on my wedding day, the PPHG team made me feel incredibly special and cared for. Their attention to detail is impeccable. The staff (special shout out to Jackie and Kailin) are phenomenal - top notch service if you are looking for a high end wedding look and feel. I could not be happier. THANK YOU!
Reviewed on 26-10-2021

Brittani Yeung (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-08-2021
We got married at William Aiken in August and it was AMAZING!! PPHG was so great and easy to work with throughout the whole process and the venue is so beautiful and unique. Our guests raved about everything from how delicious the food was, how beautiful the venue is (especially lit up at night!), and especially the attentive and friendly service. I have some allergies and they not only made me a custom vegan cake, but also made me a separate plate of cocktail hour snacks that they ensured I received. Throughout the wedding night staff kept making sure my husband and I had anything we needed. The location also can't be beat! Our guests loved that it was walking distance from our hotel blocks, and that it was right in the mix of King Street. Huge thank you to the whole PPHG team at William Aiken for helping us have the best day ever!
Reviewed on 26-10-2021

christine chervenak (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-10-2021
I have nothing but nice things to say about PPHG! There are many venues in Charleston and Rachel pretty much sold us on The William Aiken House! She told us all about the history and we liked how central the property was and how beautiful the house and grounds were.We had a great tasting too! Kailin worked with us and let us express our honest opinion on everything. I'd say at least 1/3 of the food at our wedding wasn't on their tasting guide that they gave us when we signed. We wanted some custom food and they were more than happy to accommodate.The service at the actual wedding was incredible. We had many friends who didn't even eat at their our weddings. So we were blown away when we had our own bridal plate made for the cocktail hour and for dinner service we had many people check on us multiple times to make sure we had what we needed. Our guests were shocked at how professional and in sync the waiters were too!My husband and I went outside with our photographer at some point, and it was fun seeing all the people on the street talking about how great our wedding looked! I feel like its a prefect spot for a party!The only negative comment I can think of was that we booked our wedding before Covid and when Covid hit, we wanted to change our date to 2021 and they told us we could transfer it without a fee but it had to be on a week day (ours was previously on a Sunday) Honestly, in retrospect it worked out better because then we had the whole weekend to celebrate with family.I would highly recommend this place!
Reviewed on 13-10-2021

Taylor Kehoe (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-06-2021
We couldn't have been happier with PPHG and the venue! Everything from start to finish was absolutely perfect. PPHG was amazing when we had to change our original date from November to June due to COVID and worked to ensure that everything went smoothly. Guests are still talking about how amazing the food and venue was! A big shout out to the team at PPHG for making our day so wonderful!
Reviewed on 28-07-2021

Alex Hinton (bride) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-06-2021
Was not a great experience and had very high expectations leading up to our wedding day... It rained on our wedding night and the venue flooded...we were not aware the venue could flood or how we could have avoided flooding until after the fact. Also, the venue was understaffed on our wedding night.. which led to more chaos (IE: bars not opening). As the bride, I spent two hours of my reception crying in the bridal suite with the chaos unfolding and no one from the venue approached me to ask how they could help. I found out after the fact that they had a Team Lead on site who I would think is there to make sure everything is running smoothly. With the flooding, our band couldn't play outside and William Aiken House did not let us play music inside.. the real icing on the cake.proceed with caution.
Reviewed on 19-07-2021

Emily & Sean Kutz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating

We had our wedding ceremony and reception at the William Aiken House and we couldn't have been happier with the venue! It was a dream in beautiful Charleston, SC! So elegant and the food was amazing! Our guests raved over the entire event! All the staff at PPHG were wonderful! Friendly and easy to work with which made the process fun and stress free! The carriage house is another wonderful feature on the property. It was the perfect place for my husband and best man to get ready!
Reviewed on 09-06-2021

Madeline Paschal (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-05-2021
Our ceremony and reception were at the William Aiken House on May 1st, 2021. All of the staff from the sales manager to the bartenders to the pastry chef were very professional and pleasant. We felt like we were in great hands from start to finish. We can not say enough about the food! Our tasting that we had prior to selecting the menu for the wedding day was also a fantastic experience. Aesthetically, the day was breathtaking! This venue does NOT come with tables, chairs, linens, flatware, etc. This allowed us to pick exactly what we wanted for every small detail and customize the overall look. The caveat to this is it is easy to blow past your budget if not careful. Luckily, the venue is very beautiful on its own and not much décor is necessary. We hope to host another event at the William Aiken House in the future such as an anniversary party due to the wonderful staff, outstanding food, and beautiful property.
Reviewed on 14-05-2021

Anna Miller (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-02-2021
I honestly don’t have the words to describe how wonderful PPHG was throughout our entire wedding planning process. We had our wedding ceremony and reception at the Willam Aiken House and we couldn’t have dreamt of a more picture perfect venue for our big day. Everything with PPHG is truly five-star all the way. Not only did our guest rave over the elegance of the house and grounds, they said the food was some of the best they’ve ever had. I wish I could do this process a million times over because of how stress free and fun it was. I would highly recommend any of the PPHG venues for a Charleston wedding, but of course the Willam Aiken House will always hold a special place in my heart. Sending a big thank you to the rockstar team at PPHG, y’all are all awesome!
Reviewed on 10-03-2021

Hannah Rabinowitz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-02-2021
WOW. I have no words for how beautiful this venue is along with how completely amazing and professional all of the staff at Patrick properties are! Huge shout out to Carly for making everything so seamless and working with us through our postponement due to covid 19. You truly are amazing and went above and beyond for me and my family to make this the most amazing and memorable night. In addition to the beautiful the venue - they provide their own pastry chef and catering and it is better than amazing. The food was incredible as was the cake!!!! Having the catering and cake already built in to the package deal made everything so much easier too. Not to mention the food tasting was so much fun!!! I cannot recommend this venue enough and the entire team at Patrick Properties! They really are a 5 star company and I am so happy we decided to have our wedding at the beautiful William Aiken house!
Reviewed on 23-02-2021

Etta Hulcher (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-11-2020
PPHG and William Aiken staff took a lot of care and precautions around COVID in addition to providing us with top notch service. We can’t recommend them enough!
Reviewed on 11-12-2020

Lauren Littleton (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-10-2020
Carly, Rachel and team were so great to work with. We had a last minute venue change (due to COVID) and William Aiken House team swooped in to save the day. They were so helpful and accommodating! Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 28-10-2020

Susan Pearman (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-11-2019
My daughter’s wedding , cocktail hour, dinner and reception was held at this venue, managed by Patrick Properties. The venue was beautiful and included use of the historic home, courtyards and grounds, as well as 2 carriage houses.Selecting a venue managed by Patrick Properties eliminated so much of the hassle, due to the fact they handle all the food and beverages, wait and bar staff. Abigail was awesome to work with in regards to tastings and selecting the menu and bar package that met our needs. The food was fresh, delicious and amazing. The service was impeccable .
Reviewed on 04-12-2019

Rebecca Morris (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-10-2019
We were recently had a beautiful October wedding at the William Aiken House. From start to finish, the amazing staff worked with us to make sure that every detail of the day was perfect and executed in a very professional manner. I always received prompt and thorough replies to any questions I had and the team was more than willing to work with me on making sure we stuck to our budget. I will say that we had to book a year and half out to make sure we had a day that we wanted, but it was totally worth it! I highly recommend choosing this location!
Reviewed on 30-10-2019

Kim R (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-10-2019
My husband and I booked the William Aiken House for our fall wedding about a week ago. The venue itself is a perfect example of historical and charming Charleston, SC. The rooms in the house are gorgeous and make for beautiful photos. We were blessed with amazing weather and made great use of the verandas, the courtyard, gardens, and the lots in front of the carriage house! Everything about it was just incredible. I had the pleasure of working with the Rachels and Abby, and they helped make the day of my dreams become a reality! We booked the venue almost 14 months before our actual wedding date - we fell in love with it and knew instantly that this is where we wanted to have our wedding. Obviously, booking that far in advance things definitely change - the catering menu got a little more refined. I panicked because I did not know how this would translate into the vision I had at the start - Rachel immediately reassured me and was able to work with me to create a menu that would fit the southern fare theme we were going for. The tasting was out of this world and we immediately knew that going with PPHG was the best decision! Abby stepped in and along with the Rachels she helped shaped my day into the most special day of my life. The cake artist, Jessica, worked with us to fit the exact vision of a cake that we wanted - and it was seriously some of the best cake that we have ever had! From the setting to the food, this place has it all. It even has separate rooms, and when I needed a moment, or when a mom needed a moment, they were able to relax. You cannot go wrong here - it is truly one of the most beautiful places in Charleston! The food is absolutely incredible, and we are still getting compliments on it. I would highly recommend PPHG and the team at the William Aiken House to help you make your wedding dreams a reality!
Reviewed on 28-10-2019

Ivalena Dantcheva (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-07-2019
If you've made it down to the review section you already know ALLLLL about the absolutely gorgeous venues PPHG offers. But what you may not know ALL about is the people behind the PPHG team-- and they really ARE a team! My (now) husband and I married at The William Aiken House on July 26, 2019. We began our venue search before anything else (except I had already purchased my shoes). We didn't have a planner yet and we didn't really know if we wanted a church setting or not. We met with Rachel in July of 2018 to tour Lowndes Grove and WAH. She was so knowledgeable, both with respect to wedding talk (how many people do the venues accommodate, will it look empty if we have less people, how would the day flow in this venue, etc) and historical significance of both places. She worked with us to really decide if we wanted a church setting for the ceremony or to have all of the festivities in one spot. She wasn't pushy at all and gave us all the time we needed to make a decision. She replied to emails and questions quickly and concisely! She was a pleasure to be around and work with! She even recommended wedding planners, and we ended up choosing our planner from her recommendations! After we had our tasting, (which was like a mini wedding!!!!) we were in Erin's hands. Erin was so enthusiastic about our day (it was like her best friend was getting married!) and again she was very knowledgeable about the wedding world and how things work. She recommended several things that ended up being a huge help to us and our budget! She was so very patient with as we went back and forth on plates, and glassware, and whether or not to have this or that... On the day of the wedding, things came up and with our planner, Lauren, and both Rachel and Erin being on site, issues were resolved quickly and discreetly, no one panicked, no one didn't know what to do, there was no chaos.... Our dinner service was impeccable! From the delicious food, to wine glasses never going empty, to the synchronized service, we truly felt like royalty. Our cake was designed, by their pastry chef, Jessica, going off of Pinterest photos and my description of what I wanted to feel when I saw the cake (there was a lot of that). And the fact that she was able to put my feelings in buttercream and sugar flowers and gold pearls, is nothing short of amazing! Oh and it was absolutely delicious! Our guests have reached out to us to complement us on the venue and service, saying that was the most beautiful venue they've ever been to and that dinner service made them feel like royalty, but we honestly cannot take any credit for any of it! But for Rachel and Erin and our planner, and PPHG, our day would not have gone so perfectly! PPHG works like a well oiled wedding machine! They are there for their couples from the tour to the send off! I would say, pick a PPHG venue just for the opportunity to have this amazing team take care of you!
Reviewed on 28-10-2019

REMY THURSTON (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-10-2019
Just got married and was so, so impressed with how flawlessly the staff pulled everything off. The food was delicious too. Zero complaints about anything.
Reviewed on 22-10-2019

Baily Leonard (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-08-2019
We got married at The William Aiken House in August 2019, and would definitely recommend this venue to other couples! The day of the wedding was so smooth- our wedding felt like a dream come true! The team at Patrick Properties was great, it was very easy for us that they do all the catering and drinks. We thought the food was excellent, and our guests loved it too!
Reviewed on 16-10-2019

Jan Stone (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-02-2019
I could not have asked for a better wedding venue experience than the William Aiken House. From my initial email inquiring about Patrick Properties locations and availability, I was met with genuine kindness. Amber toured us through the William Aiken House and I knew this was it, we had found our venue! Throughout the entire planning process the William Aiken team was on it. I would highly recommend this venue - it is conveniently situated downtown, has a variety of existing design elements that add to your wedding design and decor. One thing we would have changed would have been staying in the carriage suites after our wedding. We used them for the groomsmen to get ready before the wedding, but they would have been the perfect place to stay during the wedding night! Be sure to utilize the carriage houses!
Reviewed on 16-10-2019

Chanel Goldberg (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-09-2019
LOVE PPHG and William Aiken House! Ever since going to College of Charleston and walking down King Street I knew that one day I would get married at William Aiken House! That day came in September and it was truly a dream. From the beginning, Jackie helped make the decision easy. She was very attentive and thoughtful throughout the sales process and beyond. We were then introduced to Tabitha who helped detail out our menu and walk us through an amazing tasting experience! Day of they attended to our every need from getting me a sandwich 10 minutes before walking down the aisle because I said “I’m kind of hungry” to having a dedicated waiter checking in with us throughout the night with specialty cocktails and plates of hors d’oeuvres during pictures! The whole PPHG team is truly dedicated to hospitality and making their B&G that day feel so incredibly special! The historic beauty and charm of the William Aiken House sets the scene for an incredible venue, but top it with delicious food and friendly staff and you will experience an unforgettable wedding day such as I did!
Reviewed on 15-10-2019

Courtney Hiller (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-03-2019
The William Aiken House was a dream. PPHG could not have been more wonderful to work with! Our wedding was absolutely beautiful and amazing and perfect thanks to the whole team helping with every detail. It was beyond all my dreams come true!
Reviewed on 15-10-2019

Hilary Cadigan (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-04-2019
Gorgeous venue, fantastic location, wedding of my dreams!!
Reviewed on 11-10-2019

Jessica Kerr (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-09-2019
The venue itself is beautiful and the service was impeccable. Food was 5 star, staff was friendly, accommodating and friendly. As a destination wedding for us, they helped guide us every step of the way. Definitely on the more expensive side but you get what you pay for. Guests were all served at once with individual waiters behind them. Grounds were clean and beautiful. Just non stop perfection.
Reviewed on 10-09-2019

Ari L. (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-05-2019
My wife and I got married at the William Aiken House over memorial day weekend. The venue is absolutely stunning to begin with and Patrick Properties does an unbelievable job keeping it pristine. For our wedding, we worked mostly with Carly Terrier (shout out to Rachel too) and she was an absolute delight. From start to finish, any question we had came with a quick answer. She understood our needs and made sure we had everything we wanted at all times. Her work with the other vendors and our wedding planner also made the planning process so seamless. If you get the chance to work with Carly, you will not be disappointed. The actual wedding day, I cannot say enough good things things about all the staff at Patrick Properties and the venue itself. The hospitality from the servers, banquet managers, and security were the best around. It was a hot night and the servers did not stop all night, including nice touches like making sure your water always had ice in it. The food was absolutely spectacular and the presentation had everyone raving about it. The pastry chef custom made our cake and the work with the flowers on our cake has my wife still smiling. I can go on and on but Patrick Properties Staff and Carly specifically are highly recommended and another big Thank You for making our day so special.
Reviewed on 02-07-2019

Danielle Plourd (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-05-2019
The William Aiken House was the stunning location of our wedding. It is such a beautiful venue. On top of the location and the house itself, the staff was so incredibly helpful. They were truly there for us every step of the way and worked so hard to make sure our day was everything we wanted it to be. Additionally, the catering is out of this world. The staff also provided amazing recommendations for vendors, they pointed us to our amazing wedding planner during our tour! We truly feel so lucky to have been able to get married at such a historic and beautiful location. We wouldn't change a thing!
Reviewed on 23-05-2019

Chelsianna Noone (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-02-2018
The William Aiken House location and team were an absolute dream! We could not have asked for a more professional and organized team to work with through the entire planning process. The William Aiken House is a beautiful location that sits right in the center of historic downtown Charleston. A perfect, private and beautiful setting with easy accessibility for guests. We would not change one thing about our absolutely perfect day and can't thank the WAH team enough for helping make our wedding so magical! We highly recommend this location to any bride and groom thinking about planning a wedding in Charleston. Thank you again William Aiken House!!
Reviewed on 30-10-2018

Jane Hedges (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-08-2018
The William Aiken House is the perfect wedding venue! The property is stunning and offers many different indoor/outdoor spaces to create a unique event. Patrick Properties was a dream to work with and their food is out of this world. I can't recommend the William Aiken House or Patrick Properties enough!
Reviewed on 30-10-2018

Emily Bates (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating

We had our wedding reception at William Aiken House last winter and words cannot describe how wonderful our experience was! From the first email exchange to the night of our wedding, everyone we worked with at Patrick Properties went above and beyond to make sure our wedding was everything we dreamed of and more! The food, attention to detail, and setting were all spectacular, but I must say that the service is really what makes William Aiken House and Patrick Properties so special. Thank you to everyone we worked with (Amber & Carly to name a few!) for making our wedding perfect!
Reviewed on 29-10-2018

Jacqueline Robe (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-01-2018
The William Aiken House was the perfect venue for our formal winter wedding. Tucked away off the hustle and bustle of King Street our guests dined in the historic mansion in the heart of the city before dancing the night away near the beautiful carriage house. The food was superb and service impeccable. I would highly recommend hosting your celebration at the William Aiken House with their seasoned staff you are in the best of hands! Thank you all for the best day of our life!
Reviewed on 11-10-2018

Veronica Carter (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-08-2018
Kailin and Rachel were awesome! They were very flexible, accommodating and professional for my daughter's wedding. Our guests could not stop talking about how wonderful and beautiful the ambiance of the venue. The food was superb, the cake was not only gorgeous, it tasted sooooo good! Jessica, our pastry chef is the best! Thanks to everyone at WAH for part of a team to help me make my daughter's dream wedding come true.
Reviewed on 10-10-2018

Olivia Kestenberg (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-09-2018
Everyone told me to expect things that will go wrong on your wedding day but I cannot think of one thing that was not perfectly executed or that I would have changed. It was exactly as I had pictured it in my minds eye.Our guests raved about the food and the professionalism of the staff. There was never a line at the bar and everything was created with the freshest ingredients for a truly wonderful culinary experience. It was so nice to spend the night in the carriage house and was so thoughtful of your staff to wrap up food for us to enjoy later. I would recommend that every bride work with your team to plan their once in a lifetime event.
Reviewed on 01-10-2018

Ragan Freitag (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating

My husband John & I got married there on 4/27/18! It was the single most beautiful day of our lives! 5 months later, and people are still talking about how our wedding was the BEST wedding they’ve ever attended! The grounds, house, decor, food and the staff couldn’t be more perfect! It was the most Charleston picturesque wedding you could ask for and more! I wish I could do it all over again! Ask for Kailin!
Reviewed on 01-10-2018

Shelby Major (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-07-2018
Working with Patrick Properties was extremely easy. They made my day so much easier, as they offer in-house catering and beverages. All of my guests raved about the food at the wedding and the beautiful Charleston home. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is that they charge you to use the bridge to walk across for your ceremony, but they don't anchor it down, so as my husband and I were walking across it after the ceremony, it came up in the air and we almost fell into the water. Guests were pleased that we didn't and it became a joke afterward, but we could have gotten hurt possibly. Other than that, it was a beautiful wedding.
Reviewed on 17-09-2018

Heather Darazs (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-05-2018
We recently got married at The William Aiken House, a Patrick Properties Hospitality Group property. The venue and PPHG team were an absolute dream to work with. The historic home and property were absolutely stunning and well maintained by PPHG. While getting married in Charleston, SC was a destination wedding for us, the team at PPHG worked with our travel schedule to best accommodate us for tastings and tours. In specific, Carly and Jackie from PPHG were incredibly friendly and professional, answering all of our questions leading up to the wedding, and were on hand all day during the wedding day to assist in any way possible. With some last minute rain on our wedding day, Carly was able to work with our wedding planners to quickly adjust our ceremony and reception layout to ensure our guests were kept dry throughout a gorgeous evening. In addition, the catering provided by PPHG was phenomenal. One of the biggest compliments we have heard from our guests was how much they enjoyed our station-style southern menu. From appetizers, main courses and late night food, PPHG delivered unforgettable food that far surpassed our expectations. I would certainly recommend PPHG and The William Aiken House to any bride looking to get married in Charleston!
Reviewed on 05-07-2018

Sarah Haupt (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-04-2018
Beautiful venue, delicious food, great people to work with!
Reviewed on 04-05-2018

Laurel Davis (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-10-2017
The staff were amazing throughout the entire process of planning my wedding day. The location was beautiful! The staff help to accommodate me with a number of changes and were very proactive the day of to help make the event the best day of my life! The food was wonderful.We considered a number of locations but were thrilled with The William Aiken House!
Reviewed on 19-11-2017

Hayley Bryan (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-05-2018
We booked our wedding with William Aiken House and we couldn't be happier we did! We fell in love with the property from the moment we had our first tour with Jackie, and her accommodations throughout the entire process, and our event manager Abigail could not have been more responsive, helpful, and over-all awesome. Our guests LOVED the uniqueness and location of the venue. The layout was so perfect and made for a fun and memorable night. The food was phenomenal!! We have received so many compliments on the food, and one of my husband and I's favorite memories from our engagement was doing the tasting for the wedding because the food is incredible!! You will not regret having your wedding here!! They will work with your budget and ensure that you have the best wedding you could ever imagine!
Reviewed on 28-03-2017

Kimberly Palter (not set) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-09-2016
Thank you to Amber, Tabitha, and the entire staff at the William Aiken House for giving me the fairytale wedding of my dreams!My husband and I are from Detroit and had a destination wedding in Charleston this May. From the moment I saw the William Aiken House it was love at first site. The WAH had EVERYTHING I was looking for in a wedding venue for 150 guests: a fabulous location in the historic district close to our hotel, space for an outdoor ceremony on a beautifully manicured lawn and indoor ballrooms for dinner and mingling that rivaled any historic mansion I'd ever seen.From the moment my wedding planners and I started working with Amber and Tabitha, we knew we were in good hands. They were so organized and responsive and most importantly sweet! As an out-of-town bride there was so much to coordinate including numerous rentals for the venue, but the WAH ladies put me at ease and helped me stay within my budget.Beyond the sheer beauty of the house and grounds and the impeccable southern hospitality the staff provides, book this venue if you want the most delicious wedding catering you've ever tasted! I'm not joking when I say that the tasting was my husband's favorite part of the whole process. The food at our wedding and farewell brunch (at Patrick Property's Fish Restaurant) was absolutely divine. Our guests are still raving about it! We opted for strolling stations to give our guests more of a variety. You must try their duck confit appetizer, fried chicken and biscuits, mushroom pasta sauce and insanely amazing wedding cake! The best part is that the chefs work with you to build custom dishes if you desire, which included chocolate chip cookie sandwiches with homemade cookie dough ice cream for me.Also, if the Carriage Suites are available the night of your wedding, consider renting them for lodging! The suites are large and gorgeously decorated and it was so special to stay on the WAH grounds where we were married.If you are lucky enough to book a date at this 5-star venue, you will not regret it for a minute. It's truly one of the most exquisite wedding venues in the country. I continue to tell my husband that our wedding was the best day of my life and more perfect than I could have ever imagined.
Reviewed on 21-09-2016

Taylor Klaustermeier (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-02-2016
What can I say, The William Aiken House was our dream venue!! I had given up on antebellum style homes as a venue when I saw The WAH and absolutely fell head over heels! It's fantastic for any guest range, even our small 80. The staff works tirelessly to keep the grounds stunning in every aspect! Aside from the beauty of the venue, my husband and I still can't get over the staff!! Working with the ladies at PPHG (Patrick Properties Hospitality Group) was absolutely fabulous! It made our entire wedding process so much easier. I was blown away by their service on our big day, they made sure that my husband and I were taken care of in every single way possible from cocktails to pre-made plates of our dinner selections. The staff at PPHG and The WAH truly go above and beyond to make your big day everything you've planned, hoped, and dreamed of!
Reviewed on 12-04-2016

Anonymous (wedding party) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-03-2017
I'm embarrassed for your establishment! Shaming a nursing mother into pumping in a disgusting bathroom. Especially when she called ahead of time for special accommodations for a private room to express milk in and then when it came time to collect \"Megan\" the women who was suppose to be helpful basically laughed in her face. And then seemed very put out at this request. Shame on you! Apparently breastfeeding mothers are not welcome!
Reviewed on 30-01-2016

Karissa Brand (wedding party) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-05-2013
Don't book here if you are a breastfeeding mom or if any of your guests are!! This establishment ought to be ashamed of itself!
Reviewed on 30-01-2016

jordan dudley (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-03-2013
Just dreamy. Searched all the venues in Charleston and this took our breath away!
Reviewed on 17-11-2015

Jesse Levy (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-06-2015
The William Aiken House is simply the most beautiful and historic place to get married in downtown Charleston. You do not need a ton of flower arrangements or other decorations, because the house and property are breathtaking. The staff is very professional and efficient and our wedding day was a dream!
Reviewed on 06-07-2015

Caitlin Goodman (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-07-2015
From my very first day living in Charleston, I have been in awe of the William Aiken House and its magnificent beauty. When it came time to pick a wedding venue, it was an obvious choice that it had to be here. From the very beginning the staff was exceptional and always a pleasure to work with! They were incredibly helpful at working with a more reasonable budget and offering ways to cut costs and help us have the wedding of our dreams within our budget. The day of was an experience I and every single person attending my wedding will never forget. The food was fantastic, the ceremony and grounds are stunning - believe me - guests will not stop talking about it! This is the BEST wedding venue in Charleston and the staff at Patrick Properties went above and beyond to make sure it was the BEST day of my life :)
Reviewed on 06-07-2015

Stephanie Whited (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-11-2014
We knew from the moment we first stepped foot on the property that we were going to have our wedding at the William Aiken House. The ceremony and reception were above and beyond our admittedly very high expectations. Dealing with Patrick Properties was wonderful; they made the full process from the first visit through the tasting to the \"day of\" coordination a breeze. Some of the highlights:\r- Excellent organization of the tasting and site visit. \r- The pastry chef did a wonderful job with the cake, and delivered exactly what we were looking for. \r- The food at the wedding was amazing. Not \"amazing for wedding food\
Reviewed on 25-01-2015

Vanessa Denney (bride) 3 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-12-2014
Without a doubt, The William Aiken House was a beautiful setting for our wedding. The home has been magnificently restored, and the grounds are impeccable. \r\rThe service staff were kind people. For the most part the service was good, however a bowl of soup was spilled on/next to a guest at the wedding, and the bartenders neglected to put the custom stirrers in the drinks and give out the custom cocktail napkins. We have nearly full boxes of each of these special touches at our house now.\r\rThe bar packages are of lesser quality than you would expect at a venue of this caliber. \r\rUnfortunately during the entire planning process it felt like we were just another couple, and it was just another day to Patrick Properties. Our sales coordinator Amber, did everything within her power to accommodate our requests, however it was clear that she was representing a company that has incredibly strict policies. She made exceptions where she was able, but unfortunately the Patrick Properties policies are not often malleable. Patrick Properties' contracts are rigid, to put it mildly. It is clear that they are more interested in the bottom line than creating relationships with clients. \r\rOur banquet captain, whom we had worked with to craft the menu during the entire planning process, never came to say hello on the day of the big event. \r\rBeautiful setting, reasonable food, reasonable service, difficult planning process due to the company.
Reviewed on 19-01-2015

Jenny Rhodes (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-11-2014
We picked the William Aiken House for our venue because it was located right in the heart of Charleston, SC. There was really minimum decor needed since this venue has so much character! The only piece that we were not so pleased with was the fact that our contact/sales coordinator kept getting changed. I also did not feel like the William Aiken staff paid attention to detail. They would misspell our last name and forgot to put our engagement announcement (that we paid for) up on their marque. There were just small things along the way that were frustrating. I felt like for the amount of money we were paying for the venue that the staff should have made a better effort with us. However,on the day of the event everything went perfectly and I really could not be more pleased!
Reviewed on 29-12-2014

Jessica Stollenmaier (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-04-2014
The William Aiken House was an incredible place to host our wedding and reception! The grounds are stunning and the staff is very attentive. They were easy to keep in contact with and they were happy to help us with any special requests we had!!
Reviewed on 12-05-2014

Jennifer Deahl (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-02-2014
Ever since the day we decided to have our wedding reception at The William Aiken House, we've known we were in the BEST possible hands when it came to wedding planning and all of the services that go along with having an event. Every aspect of working with the talented and caring individuals at The William Aiken House went way above any expectation I had. I know there were a lot of individuals that took part in making our wedding day so amazing, but I would never have been able to do any of the tedious planning without their in-house coordinator, Jackie Willis. She went above and beyond when it came to every single detail. Jackie made sure that every detail of every detail was perfect. She was receptive to all of my requests and ideas. Now that our wedding day has passed, I can look back fondly and know that Jackie was always so reassuring about everything and had everything under control (even when I would stress out about who knows what...as every bride does at some point). Having a coordinator who works at the property has SO many advantages. She knows every layout possible and has so many ideas for different ways the space can work with your event. \rI'll move onto the overall service and food! My wedding was already a few weeks ago, and the deliciousness of the food and the professionalism of the service is still topic of conversation. Guests who were from out of town were in awe at the smoothness of the entire event and the beyond amazing service from the staff. The food provided by FISH was out of this world delicious. I could seriously go on and on about the service, food, coordination, and overall magical evening that would never have been able to happen if it weren't for the talented staff of PPHG. They are people who really care about making each special day unique and wonderful. I can't thank everyone who was part of our day enough. Thank you.
Reviewed on 10-03-2014

Melissa Fratz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-02-2014
As an out of town bride, my husband and I wanted to plan a historic Charleston wedding. We searched for a historic venue and the William Aiken House was perfect. The Patrick Properties Team worked hard to ensure that we understood the process of renting a historic property since you have to rent everything to fill the property and bring in everything from soup to nuts. This can drive up costs, so we decided on a February wedding. This saved up a considerable amount of money. The weather and venue was stunning. Our guests were thrilled! The food at the William Aiken House is catered by a local restaurant, Fish. It is amazing! We received many compliments from guests about this. We enjoyed the tasting most of all! The William Aiken House will pose the perfect back drop for your pictures and perfect wedding. The staff will work hard to make it a wonderful experience for you.
Reviewed on 13-02-2014

Rachelle Harty (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-08-2013
I was married there on August 2, 2013 and it was just perfect!!
Reviewed on 21-08-2013

HaleyKelly (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-07-2013
I couldn't decide on whether to use Lowndes Grove or the William Aiken House for my wedding reception - ultimately I decided to go with Lowndes Grove (only because of the water) and utilize William Aiken House for my rehearsal dinner and welcome party. The staff at WAH were willing to work with me on having a small rehearsal dinner for 40 guests and then a larger party (around 150) come in for a welcome reception after dinner. We offered yummy dessert options, some late night food and Bailey's milkshakes as guests arrived for the welcome reception! It was so great to hold all of my parties with PPHG because they could really help with menu selections and I felt comfortable all weekend long. I even held an after party at Fish restaurant after my wedding reception - this is a great idea and I highly recommend it!!! Our rehearsal dinner was very intimate in the upstairs ballroom and the food was impeccable. My guests are still raving over the short ribs and mac and cheese!! William Aiken House is also great because it is right on King Street and you don't have to provide any transportation for your guests. I will definitely be sending friends and family to William Aiken House!!
Reviewed on 15-08-2013

Meg Calnon (bride) 3 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-04-2013
The venue was absolutely beautiful and THE most perfect location. The reason I cannot give a glowing, 5 star review is the fact that the sales team pushes a WAY too hard to upsell you at every corner - treating your money as if it was of no value...just paper. If I hear the phrase \"you haven't met your minimums yet\
Reviewed on 24-05-2013

Anand Chokkavelu (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-02-2013
We already knew we were getting our dream venue in William Aiken House, but on our wedding day we were still surprised by the beauty of the William Aiken House and all the little touches. \r\rWhy did we pick it? Location, functionality, and beauty. It is in the heart of Charleston and walking distance from hotels. With use of the mansion and the grounds, we could set up four venues in one: the outdoor ceremony area, the open DJ tent, the lounge in front of the carriage house, and the inside of the mansion itself. When you walk in off the street, you forget you're in the downtown area. Stunning.\r\rPart of the deal is that if you use the William Aiken House, you have to use their caterer. This is a very, very good thing. The food blew our guests away...the Indian food station using my Mom's recipes was really well done (the eggplant dish was sooo spicy...excellent!)...other food highlights included the late night chicken on a biscuit, the pimiento cheese (better than Magnolia's), and the beef carving station. As a bonus, we had no idea the delicious s'mores station would have a fire pit! \r\rWe heard oohs and ahhs from friends and family all night. Most telling, the moms no longer seemed to care that the ceremony wasn't at a church. \r\rOur main contact, Amber Cote, was a pro throughout the whole process. When she said something or gave your opinion on what we should do, we could take it to the bank. She knew what we wanted before we did!\r\rTo make a long story longer, it was the best wedding venue we've ever been to and the best wedding food we've ever eaten -- by far.\r
Reviewed on 13-03-2013

Rowena Patrick (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-07-2012
I could go on and on about how beautiful the William Aiken House is, but you already knew that from looking at the pictures. I could also tell you that the house and grounds are even more stunning when you see it in person, but you could probably figure that out too.\r\rSo why don’t I tell you about the amazing people, the ridiculously yummy food and the excellent level of service that I received throughout my wedding planning process. \r\rI lucked out in having a wedding for July in Charleston because WAH was doing a summer promotion with 50% off the location fee. So, a big bonus to start. And sure, in order to book at WAH, you have to use their in-house caterer Fish Restaurant. But that is a WONDERFUL thing. Not only will you have one less vendor to worry about, the food is incredible. We did the Lowcountry Buffet and it was simply perfection. It’s been 2 weeks since my wedding and my guests are still raving about how amazing everything tasted. \r\rSarah and Margaret, and everyone behind the scenes at WAH made the whole process just so easy. From choosing the date to the proposal/contract to the tasting to finalizing the wedding day details, they were always just on top of it all, and super fun to work with. We booked the Carriage House suite for the day/night of the wedding – and it was (as expected) beautifully appointed and exactly what we needed. The William Aiken House is a spectacular location for a Charleston wedding, and the people behind the scenes made it a dream wedding for me.
Reviewed on 14-08-2012

Tiffany Heffner (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-02-2012
I recently got married in February at The William Aiken House. It was very affordable during this month as we saved thousands of dollars. There is no need to spend much on decorating as it posses its own charm. I honestly, cannot say anything but positive about our experience. However, I will say that they provide NOTHING AT ALL... So, be careful with your rentals and headcount as it can quickly add up if you are trying to stick to a budget. The venue was perfect for us and we couldn't have asked for a better event coordinator!
Reviewed on 28-03-2012

Kelley Barnes (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-12-2011
We had our reception at The William Aiken House and loved everything about it! The house itself is exquisite and the grounds are also gorgeous! We got married in December and were very pleased with how easy it was to have tents and heaters brought in. We were very pleased with how much room there was for people to get around. People are still raving to us about the wonderful food! FISH also handled our cake, which turned out beautiful and very tasty. The service was great and the staff were there every step of the way making sure you didn't need anything. \rVery happy bride!!\rKelley Barnes Myrick
Reviewed on 18-01-2012

Lara Glass (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-11-2011
Beautiful reception site!
Reviewed on 13-12-2011

melissa Redlinger (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-11-2011
I booked this venue after only seeing it in a magazine and online and it was everything that I had hoped for!!
Reviewed on 29-11-2011

Anna Dufresne (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-07-2011
The William Aiken House is simply a beautiful, antebellum style house in the middle of downtown Charleston. From the antique style rooms to the lush courtyard, it provided a breathtaking setting for our July wedding. Everyone that we worked with was so organized, helpful, and on top of it which made the wedding day flow very well. The food provided by Fish catering had people drooling (def. get the grill station with swordfish). The house itself needed no addition to decorating and we did minimal floral arrangements outside since the courtyard already is very green and floral. You do have to do all of your rentals through an outside company, but we had a wedding coordinator help us with all of that. I would definitely recommend using the frame of a tent with bulb lights and draping instead of the top of the tent. It allows you to see the sky and enjoy the night under the stars rather than under a tent. You can go all out at this place, or you can do as we did and just use the house and its surroundings and have a pretty laid back, fun, and still beautiful reception. If you want a wedding to remember, this is definitely a special place!
Reviewed on 20-07-2011

Jessica Merrill (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-05-2011
Honestly, you could not ask for a better venue if you are aiming for classy and romantic with southern charm. And to say Patrick Properties is there to please is an understatement :)
Reviewed on 22-06-2011

Kerry Watkins (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-05-2011
The William Aiken House was perfect! All of my guests raved about it, and it is great because it allows guests so many options at the reception - they can sit in the house, on the patio, on the lawn, or they can dance under the tent. It is beautifully decorated and the landscape is well maintained. It was perfect!
Reviewed on 15-06-2011

Alissa Cardone (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-07-2010
My husband and I live in Chicago and we were looking for a unique and intimate destination wedding location somewhere in the South or out west in California. The William Aiken House was actually the first venue that I came across in my search and I instantly fell in love with the history and beauty of the grounds and house. We continued to look at other venues, but nothing compared to WAH and in the end, we booked our wedding without ever even seeing it in person! Amber and the Willliam Aiken House staff was so friendly, approachable, and helpful throughout the entire planning process. When we flew down to Charleston to finalize the planning a few months before the wedding, we were truly treated like royalty and were convinced this was the perfect fit for us! The service was top notch, the food was exactly what we had envisioned and they worked alongside us to make sure ever aspect fit our needs/wants. If you are looking for a stress free, unique, and truly magical place to have your wedding and reception, the William Aiken House should be on the top of your list. Our family and friends still rave about our wedding and what an intimate, unforgettable, and romantic day it was! Our wedding day was even more beautiful that I ever could of imagined and a large part of that was due to Amber and the William Aiken House staff.
Reviewed on 25-04-2011

Amber Bogard (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-02-2011
The William Aiken House was truly the perfect place for my wedding reception. The food was amazing, the service was excellent, the price was right..but most of all it is such a memorable venue. The character of the mansion does not compare and the atmosphere is magical. All of my guests raved about how beautiful and memorable the mansion was. All of the rooms, trees, terrace, etc. made for some gorgeous pictures too. I could not have pictured my wedding anywhere else.
Reviewed on 09-03-2011

a member (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating

The William Aiken House happened to be one of the first venues I looked at, along with Lowndes Grove. Ultimately, after visiting several other sites, I knew that was the place for us. It was small enough to feel cozy and intimate, but big enough to not feel cramped. We had the ceremony by the Carriage House, and the reception in the upstairs ballroom, with cocktails, desserts, and some lawn games downstairs. It was a very unique venue, unlike any our guests had ever been to, and it brought some of Charleston's very rich history into our wedding.\r\rWe chose to have a Sunday wedding, mostly to avoid the minimum food and beverage costs required on Saturdays at that time of year. If you are having a smaller wedding (ours was barely under 50 people), it will honestly be a stretch to meet the food/bev minimums. However, the fact that a larger wedding had taken place there just the night before ours was completely undetectable. I would not expect the same from many venues.\r\rThe staff at Patrick Properties was so easy to work with, I felt I barely had to do anything. Courteous, professional, and overall kind people. \r\rThe catering at all Patrick Properties locations is done by Fish Restaurant, and I can't say how glad I am to have experienced their food. (If only I had tried it when I still lived in Charleston!) Everything tasted superb, and the presentation was just as wonderful, if not better. There are all types of food available, even for the veggie-eaters. Our favorite part was the desserts (of course!). We did not want a full sized wedding cake, but rather a small (8 or 9 inch) presentation cake for cutting, and several types of bite-size pieces (mini-cupcakes, cheesecake cubes, little pies). And, as if the food wasn't great already, the service provided by the waitstaff was impeccable! \r\rI know the prices may seem steep for this venue and the catering, but once you've seen it all put together, it really is worth it.
Reviewed on 23-11-2010

Farrah Follmann (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-03-2009
The William Aiken house is a beautiful location for a reception. The fact that both the indoor and outdoor areas are beautiful is a big plus. It has great photo potential. Guests enjoy it because it a beautiful historic home and it's convenient to all of downtown Charleston. The caterer Fish is owned by the same company. They have excellent food and try to cater to your individual needs.;The staff at the W.A. house prefer to work with certain vendors (wedding planners photographers etc) so although they suggest you use these people it's not mandatory. I let myself be influenced on a few choices like the wedding planner Fleur and I very much regretted it afterwards.
Reviewed on 10-06-2009

Rebecca Kay (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-10-2008
The staff is top notch and the caterer is specific to the William Aiken house and it was the best food I have ever had! It's located in the heart of downtown Charleston so after the wedding everyone could walk to the local nightlife and hotels. Everything about this place was fantastic!
Reviewed on 13-11-2008

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