Your wedding day. Without a doubt, it's one of the most significant events you will ever experience - when you and the love of your life officially seal the deal and get married. On this day, your friends and family will gather to celebrate the next step in your life. Photographers will be running around snapping photos, catering plates delicious food for guests to enjoy, and the DJ sets the mood for a night of fun and libation. You've worked extra hard to make everything look perfect and run smoothly. You have examined every moving part down to the tiniest detail. At the center of all your effort is your wedding venue near Saint George, SC.
Your event space can mean the difference between an unforgettable event and an average occasion. Capturing your uniqueness as a couple is paramount to a memorable wedding. But, without the right venue location and staff, your unforgettable event can turn into a painfully average occasion. Fortunately, at Abney Hall, you won't ever have to worry about dingy reception spaces and crummy chow halls.
Constructed in Greenwood SC, in 1962, Abney Hall is 15,000 square feet and sits on 500 acres of land, making it a large wedding venue unlike any other. Abney Hall was originally the home of Mrs. Josephine Abney, a Greenwood native who was a lifelong philanthropist. Mrs. Abney devoted much of her time and effort towards supporting charities, educational institutions, hospitals, and other noble efforts. Today, Abney Hall stands tall as a symbol of love, both in our community and for the couples who choose to get married here.
Abney Hall is an exclusive event experience unlike any other, surrounded by verdant forests and sparkling ponds. Our venue is a natural fit for several occasions, including:
The beginning of your life starts at Abney Hall. With our team by your side, we can create the fairy tale wedding you have dreamed about since childhood. Whether you have 100 guests or 1,000, our waterfront ceremony locations and French-inspired courtyard are perfect for your big day. Celebrate in luxurious style surrounded by shady magnolia trees, a private forest, large ponds, and the beauty of Mother Nature. While our venue location and aesthetic have been praised far and wide, so too have the practical aspects of Abney Hall. Looking for a relaxing, comfortable spot for your bridal party to get ready in? We offer an entire floor in the Abney Hall residence to get the bridal party ready. Want to make your groomsman feel extra-special too? We've got a private, plush house just feet from a sparkling pond that is a proper hangout spot for the guys in your group.
To make life easier on you, we also offer Abney Hall as your go-to spot for rehearsal dinners. Why book an expensive restaurant or travel to another location when unmatched beauty and convenience are right at your fingertips? Abney Hall is just the place for that very important dinner the night before your big day. We are also happy to host your bridal shower at Abney Hall. Our venue makes for one of Saint George's most unique bridal shower settings, where your family and friends can gather to give gifts and be merry before you walk down the aisle.
With such a large, magnificent house and a vast property, Abney Hall also makes for an unforgettable location for your bridal portraits and other wedding-related photography needs. Don't take our word for it - book a tour and see for yourself why so many new brides and grooms choose Abney Hall as their wedding venue near Saint George.
You've already found the person you want to spend the rest of your life beside. The next step? Finding the perfect wedding venue for your ceremony, reception, and celebration of your lifelong commitment to one another. Remember, the backdrop for photos, dancing, eating, and all other activities will be at your wedding venue. That's why we work so hard to set Abney Hall apart from our competitors - so you and your guests can focus on love and living your new life while we work with your vendors and photographers to make your magic night a reality.
Here are just a few reasons why guests choose Abney Hall as their wedding venue near Saint George, SC, along with some helpful tips from our experienced wedding venue staff:
Choosing the appropriate-sized venue for your desired guest count is a critical decision. A venue's capacity affects the number of people you need to consider having at your ceremony and reception. As you're first starting out, we recommend having a guest count in mind as you're searching for the right venue. Try to stick with that number. You may fall in love with a particular venue, but if its max capacity can't accommodate your guest count, it may be time to cross them off your list.
Keep in mind that this is your big day. You shouldn't feel obligated to invite the college roommate you shared a dorm with for one semester. At the end of the day, your wedding venue should be one that can accommodate those closest to you. Abney Hall is equipped for both small and large weddings, consisting of 500 acres of forest, ponds, and lush natural beauty. Whether you want an intimate wedding with only your best friends or a grand ceremony with hundreds of people, we have the right amount of room to make you comfortable.
On your big day, you're likely to have friends and family traveling in from other parts of the state or country. These folks will need a place to stay during and even after your wedding. Accessibility and ease are important factors when it comes to choosing your wedding venue for both you and your guests.
Located near Saint George, SC, Abney Hall is situated in a memorable, natural setting, giving your wedding a private vibe in the midst of Mother Nature. While we pride ourselves on having a secluded wedding event space, our venue is within an easy driving distance of hotels and vacation rentals.
When you contact us for a tour, make sure to speak with our experienced venue manager about nearby hotels and shuttle service options. We understand that your guest's comfort and convenience are important, and we're happy to work with you to figure out the best way to get your guests to Abney Hall.
At Abney Hall, our staff has earned its reputation as one of the industry's most friendly, accessible teams. We will provide you with a purpose-minded point of contact that can help answer questions relating to timelines, preferred vendors, and every aspect of your wedding. When you tour our wedding venue near Saint George, SC, for the first time, we want you to feel like you have all the information you need to make an informed purchasing decision.
At Abney Hall, our goal is to be your first resource when it comes to setting up and coordinating the details of your wedding day.
When it comes to your wedding's decor, you probably already have a few ideas in mind. We love it when our brides and grooms have a vision in mind because one of our greatest joys is turning that vision into a reality. At Abney Hall, our team is available to help you and your decorator fit, accent, and accommodate your fairy-tale wedding - whatever that may be.
Are you looking to dress up your wedding with decorations galore? Just want to add a few accents that tie into your preferred color palette? Abney Hall is versatile and ready to help however we are able.
If you're thinking about bringing in your own greenery, lighting, floral pieces, and more, we recommend discussing your vision with us on your initial tour of our event space. That way, we can get a head start on making your big day exactly how you envision it.
10 years from now, when you and your spouse are celebrating your anniversary, you will pull out photographs from your wedding and will reminisce about the unforgettable time you spent at Abney Hall. Your wedding photos will be with you forever, and as such, we work closely with you and your photographer to suggest extra-special photo op spots that you can only find on Abney Hall grounds.
From the grand staircase and French-inspired courtyard to our manicured gardens and lovely pond, there is no shortage of photo-op locations for your photographer to choose from. As one of the most popular wedding venues near Saint George, SC, we have worked with dozens of photographers over the years.
Our experience has allowed us to cultivate a list of preferred photographers - all of whom have the talent to take your pictures to the next level in a setting they're familiar with. We encourage you to check out our gallery to get a sense of the scope of our wedding venue and gain inspiration from other happy couples.
The gallery on our website is extensive but be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages as well. We keep our social pages updated with recent wedding photographs, giving you an incredible resource that you can use for your own photography purposes.
Abney Hall is known across the United States for our stunning weddings, but we also play host to some of the largest corporate events in South Carolina. Why choose a bland, lifeless meeting space when you can enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature coupled with a professional atmosphere? If you have an important team-building event or corporate conference that you have to coordinate, look no further than Abney Hall.
The epitome of class and style, our corporate event space is large, lavish, and chock-full of onsite amenities for you and your co-workers to enjoy. If your team needs a morale boost, don't bring them to the local Olive Garden for a cheap lunch. Treat them to a refreshing experience in our main dining room, where we can work with you to incorporate your catering options with the goals of your event.
When the hard work is done, and your team needs a breather, what better way to relax than with a quick dip in our pool? To burn off a little steam, head over to our brand-new tennis court - the perfect place to get some exercise in an ultra-private setting while you enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. Don't forget to bring your fishing poles for a couple of hours of fishing. There's even an opportunity to go hunting if you wish.
If you're ready to learn more about Abney Hall as your wedding venue, don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to hear more about your plans, your vision, and your needs. We know that planning a wedding isn't easy. It takes time, attention to detail, and a whole lot of patience. Our goal is to help provide you with all the info you need to learn more about our venue. Once you decide on a date, we'll work closely with you and your vendors to craft a wedding experience that you will treasure for the rest of your life.
Our available dates for your big day are going quick, especially during peak seasons like spring and fall. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Contact us today for a FREE initial consultationDORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - What once stood as a detention center in Saint George is on its way to becoming a place of healing.One Lowcountry rural community is one step closer to getting the health care access it needs.The primary care facility will be off of Railroad Avenue near the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office in Saint George. It’s a team project with Dorchester County, the Medical University of South Carolina, the Town of Saint George and state officials.“It’s public safety and its ...
DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - What once stood as a detention center in Saint George is on its way to becoming a place of healing.
One Lowcountry rural community is one step closer to getting the health care access it needs.
The primary care facility will be off of Railroad Avenue near the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office in Saint George. It’s a team project with Dorchester County, the Medical University of South Carolina, the Town of Saint George and state officials.
“It’s public safety and its basic level is providing help to the community, and that’s what this does,” Dorchester County Council Chairman and Representative Council for District Two, David Chennis, said.
The future of this facility will have primary care doctors with mobile MRIs, X-rays and about every other service you may need.
The funding is coming from a $1 million grant from the United States Department of Agriculture, and over $2 million of funding comes from the American Rescue Plan Act, with the help of Senator Lindsey Graham and Senator Jim Clyburn, making this a bipartisan team.
“When you recycle something to make it better for the community, it’s a great thing,” Mayor of Saint George Kevin R. Hart said.
He said that as they continue to grow as a town, they need proper resources in a rural community.
“It’s tough to have somebody come out at 2:00 and 3:00 in the morning when you have an emergency because an emergency doesn’t really have any time. I mean it when it happens, it happens,” Hart said.
Chennis said this is a symbol of choosing education over incarceration.
“That was the opportunity here to convert a jail that was locking people up into providing a service that many people didn’t have access to or took a while to get access to,” he said.
Access is one of the biggest barriers most patients struggle with, especially in rural communities, often considered healthcare deserts.
That’s why MUSC wanted to take part in this, providing primary care takers and other healthcare providers.
“For example, one of the nurses that’s going to be coming here to work and be in this community, she’s from here. So to be able to bring a health care provider back to her community, I think that’s fabulous,” Dr. Saju Joy, the chief executive officer of MUSC Health Charleston Division, said.
MUSC Health will lease the health care facility, which includes seven exam rooms for primary care and occupational health services. There will be by-appointment and virtual visits available, including annual wellness exams, sports physicals, vaccinations, nutritional and diet support, sick and injury visits, chronic condition management, hospital discharge follow-up visits and point-of-care laboratory testing.
The site will be a single-story 6,336-square-foot health care facility that will not only serve Saint George, but the surrounding communities as well. The plan is to also have mental health services for patients.
“The short-term vision is nice, and I realize everybody’s looking at funding all the time, but that long-term vision is what’s important. And the long-term vision for this facility is why it’s being done today,” Chennis said.
Chennis also said this will help eliminate community members having to travel to and from proper Charleston, in turn helping with traffic as a whole.
The new facility is expected to open in early 2026.
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A new private health club and wellness facility is set to open at Brooklyn Heights’ famous St. George Tower, Commercial Observer has learned.East Gate Investors and SC Holdings have signed a 29-year lease to open a 52,000-square-foot wellness center on the lower levels, ground floor and second floor of the S...
A new private health club and wellness facility is set to open at Brooklyn Heights’ famous St. George Tower, Commercial Observer has learned.
East Gate Investors and SC Holdings have signed a 29-year lease to open a 52,000-square-foot wellness center on the lower levels, ground floor and second floor of the St. George Tower at 43 Clark Street, according to broker Helmsley Spear.
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Built in stages between 1885 and 1929, the 10-story building on the corner of Clark and Hicks streets was formerly home to the St. George Hotel, once the city’s largest hotel with 2,632 rooms at its peak, according to the building’s website.
The property, owned by the St. George Tower co-op and Grill Owners Corporation, was converted into a luxury residential co-op in 1984, and its facade was restored as recently as five years ago, Helmsley Spear said.
It’s unclear when East Gate and SC Holdings’ new health hub will open at the building, but it will be in addition to the tower’s 275 residential units.
“This facility will be a wonderful complement not only to the residential co-op, but to the entire Brooklyn Heights community,” Helmsley Spear’s Michael Dubin, who represented the co-op in the deal, said in a statement.
“The co-op envisions a high-end private health, wellness and sports facility and club that will offer a superior suite of amenities unavailable today within this vibrant Brooklyn neighborhood,” Dubin added.
The facility will also be “built around wellness, racquet sports, leisure and community,” a spokesperson for SC Holdings said.
The asking rent was unclear, but a report from the Real Estate Board of New York found retail rents in Brooklyn Heights averaged $114 per square foot in 2024 (the most recent data available).
Law firm DL Partners’ Bruce Lederman and Grace Betancourt also represented the St. George Tower co-op board in the deal, according to Helmsley Spear. It’s unclear who brokered the deal for East Gate and SC Holdings.
Lederman and spokespeople for the landlords and East Gate did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
The deal comes after a complicated history for the St. George Hotel, which once occupied seven buildings and covered the entire block encompassed by Clark, Hicks, Pineapple and Henry streets, according to the building’s website.
Between 1963 and 1968, the hotel was sold several times — often under the threat of foreclosure — and was the focus of complex lawsuits and bankruptcy proceedings, the website said.
Its occupancy numbers dwindled throughout the 1970s, and the property was ultimately converted into rental apartments in the 1980s, but not without “unhappy tenants, rent strikes, lawsuits and other problems,” according to the website.
Now, the building sits next to student housing center Educational Housing Services at 55 Clark Street and a block from coffee shop Joe Coffee at 102 Hicks Street.
Isabelle Durso can be reached at idurso@commercialobserver.com.