William Aiken House - Charleston, South Carolina

Jonathan J.

Amazing wedding venue! I gave three speeches, ate 17 shrimp cocktails, and taught the bartenders how to make a REAL old fashioned. Most of the other attendees didn’t agree, but I thought the staff could have been stricter on kicking out some of the elderly guests who weren’t dancing. Pictured below is me DOMINATING the dance floor with the groom. Overall, would highly recommend!

Goldenbrook P.

The William Aiken House is a truly special venue with a great team behind it (PPHG). It’s in Charleston's downtown historic district, where you’re right in the middle of the city's vibrant atmosphere, while still retaining a strong sense of privacy and seclusion.

William Aiken House has so much to offer, both inside and out. I love the architectural sophistication inside the mansion as well as gorgeous gardens—there are plenty of beautiful photography locations to choose from. The way the sun reflects off the mansion later in the day creates the perfect magical ambiance.

The grounds are well structured and easily accessible. I really appreciate the proximity between the getting ready, ceremony and reception spaces as you never feel like you’re missing out on the excitement of the event.

Overall the William Aiken House is an elegant venue option that truly encapsulates everything that makes Charleston unique.

allison D.

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.

Caroline B.

My cousin had her wedding here on May 3rd. It was gorgeous also her dress was. The whole thing was insanely beautiful, I recommend this venue. Bad thing is you have to park somewhere else. Me and my mom had to walk 3 miles to get there but it was worth it though.

Erin C. (. S.

The William Aiken House is a dream wedding venue for wedding photographers! The location couldn't be better - gorgeous 1807 mansion with lots of outdoor space, right in the middle of downtown. We photographed a gorgeous gay wedding here (photos attached) where they got married outside in the courtyard and had a tent for the reception. But when you rent the house, you're able to use the inside as well - all the beautiful, colorful rooms with period furniture. We made sure to get lots of portraits in the different rooms - the colors all looked SO good. And then because you're right in the thick of downtown, we went into the street for portraits as well. So many photo opportunities here - they're endless!

Perla V.

We recently hosted our company’s 30th anniversary celebration at the William Aiken House, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. From start to finish, everything—from the setting to the service—exceeded our expectations.

The venue itself is stunning, with beautifully maintained historic architecture and charming indoor and outdoor spaces that allowed our guests to explore and enjoy every part of the property.

The culinary team delivered an outstanding menu, and with the help of Kailin, we were able to navigate what would be in our best interest for both our crowd and budget. Each station was thoughtfully presented and staffed by the friendliest and most professional attendants. Kailin Good and Connie Simmons helped guide and prepare us every step of the way – we could not have done it without them! Kelly Holsonback was also an ultra-amazing day-of, making sure the event ran smoothly. Kudos to the entire staff that night - their attention to detail and commitment to making the night special did not go unnoticed.

A huge THANK YOU to the Patrick Properties team, our anniversary celebration was a seamless, unforgettable event that our employees and guests are still talking about. We would absolutely recommend this venue for any special occasion or corporate event.

Chloe C.

We LOVED having out first Layover, at the William Aiken House! We hosted a multi day event there at everything was seamless! Thank you to such a great staff and beautiful property for creating a perfect experience for our guests!

Chris S. (.

The William Aiken House is a beautiful venue for small weddings and corporate events. As a professional photographer in Charleston, we are blessed with tons of wonderful locations to work in. This is one of my favorites! I love the beautiful grounds, the old historic building, and the friendly staff! Here are a few photos from a recent event I photographed at the William Aiken House. Highly recommended...

Morgan D.

From the very beginning, our experience with The William Aiken House and the entire PPHG team was nothing short of amazing. Not only is the venue itself absolutely stunning (it truly speaks for itself), but the people behind it make it even more special. Sophia and the whole PPHG team were incredible to work with—communication was seamless, execution was flawless, and every detail was handled so thoughtfully. The food was outstanding, our guests are still talking about it. Every dish was delicious, beautifully presented, and added so much to the overall experience. We also had the absolute dream team of Emma and Jordan from Peninsula Events (PPHG’s in-house planners), and I cannot say enough about them. They are hands down the best planners ever. They made the entire planning process fun, stress-free, and truly enjoyable, and they brought our vision to life in a way that was beyond anything we could have imagined. If I could do it all over again, I wouldn’t change a single thing. They created the most beautiful wedding for us! One thing I was initially sad about was having to put the rain tents up, but somehow this team made me forget they were even there. The space was still absolutely gorgeous, and I don’t know how they pulled it off. They completely shifted my mindset, put me at ease, and made sure I could fully enjoy the day without worry. On our wedding day, everything came together perfectly. Our guests are still raving about how gorgeous the space was, how smooth the evening flowed, and how kind and attentive the staff were. We felt so supported every step of the way, and I can honestly say the day was stress-free because of them. I couldn’t imagine having our wedding anywhere else, and I am endlessly grateful to Sophia, Emma, Jordan, and the entire staff for giving us a day more perfect than we ever dreamed.

Kantima

The William Aiken House is an absolute DREAM. The space is so versatile and allows you to have the ceremony of your choice, whether it's an outdoor garden setting or a more traditional backdrop with the carriage house - it truly has it all!! In addition to the absolutely stunning venue itself, the PPHG catering is top tier! Our guests could not stop talking about how amazing the food was and how it was probably one of the best wedding meals they've ever had! The food selection is so expanse and every single entree, appetizer, etc. was absolutely delicious. The PPHG staff were also an absolute breeze to work with. The ladies I worked with most, Isabel, Olivia, and Jillian were so great with communication, efficient, and organized. Additionally, they were so so amazing with accommodating our budget and wedding size (we had a smaller wedding approx. 50 people.) My brother has severe autism as well and Olivia made sure that he was comfortable on our wedding day/with food choices - I cannot even express how much that meant to me! Even if you don't choose William Aiken House, all of the PPHG venues are absolutely stunning. Just working with PPHG overall honestly is the cherry on top of their amazing venues. Thank you ladies so so much for being a part of our big day and helping us to bring our vision to life! We are immensely grateful and would recommend this venue and staff to every person who is looking to get married in Charleston!! <3

Darrin M.

Attended a wedding reception. Beautiful venue. Food and service were tops. The band was awesome.

Rose T.

Worst wedding I have attended,horrible food sm chicken leg with rock hard veg.was held outside at 5pm as everyone was covered in sweat in one hr. Appetizers left a lot to be desired and everyone left hungry.I do not know what was spent on this venue but, I know it was more then you deserved. My rating is 0 wedding was Sept 25,2025

allison D.

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.