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The Vendue Inn offers the perfect balance between the modern amenities required by today's
business traveler and the welcoming ambience of a grand yet comfortable historic house. Our courteous and responsive staff is fully committed to delivering attentive, yet unobtrusive, service. Small is beautiful at The Vendue Inn and it has become a favorite location for small sized corporate
meetings and events. The Inn is an alternative to chain hotels - an alternative that features gracious service, personalized
meeting arrangements, and an environment that boasts with history, Charleston architecture, and authentic furnishings. Our private
conference facilities can comfortably accommodate
meetings of up to 50 people. Private Dining is available for groups as large as 60. Full
audio/visual support is available, and
conference and sleeping
rooms are equipped with
wireless high speed service for your convenience.
Breakfast,
lunch,
dinner, and breaks are served from our nationally recognized Library
Restaurant kitchen, making Private Dining at the Vendue Inn a high quality experience. Reserve a
room with a view for your next
meeting or event. Our spacious Crows Nest features large picture windows, as well as an adjoining
terrace, providing the perfect environment for
meetings or corporate retreats. The Vendue Inn is the ideal location for memorable and productive corporate retreats, incentive
trips and Board of Directors strategy sessions. Our philosophy is that when our guests are provided an elegant yet comfortable setting, with outstanding food and service, greatness will emerge. Recognizing that each retreat has its own character and personality, we are flexible to the services and needs for each. Meals can be taken in our
meeting space,
private dining rooms or Rooftop. Depending on the agenda and guest preferences, we offer plated,
buffet, or a la carte meal service. Our Chef takes great pride and pleasure in creating special menus each group. In addition to the finest in facilities and service, you'll find that The Vendue Inn is a setting that will encourage productive
business events. The Inn is very private and
quiet, allowing you to concentrate on the
business at hand, and in most instances, you will be the only group at the Inn. To reserve a
meeting, please call our Sales Catering Department at (843) 414-2333 or via email
sales@vendueinn.com. Gatherings Vendue Inn offers an elegant setting, extraordinary food, and classic service for all types of private and corporate events. Choose from three handsome
dining rooms for private
dinners or receptions. A rehearsal
dinner, bridal
luncheon, birthday festivities, an anniversary
celebration, a
bar or bat mitzvah whatever your special occasion, we offer an elegant and gracious location and the thoughtful attention to detail that allows you to enjoy your own
party. Our refined spaces are ideal for intimate events and our superb culinary creations will enhance your experience. We offer full-service on-site catering. Our executive chef will provide custom menus and quotes for all your events. We welcome the opportunity to host a variety of catered functions including:
Weddings Don't leave any detail to chance on what should be the most memorable day of your life. From the moment you arrive at The Vendue Inn our caring staff will guide you through every formality, to ensure that your
wedding day is both seamless and enjoyed by all. Your reception begins with your guests greeted by the hotel staff for the evening followed by butler service, champagne and hors d'oeuvres. Our professional staff pampers your guests as you would. We provide the most romantic setting in the French Quarter; you provide the family and friends. We also offer a special rate for your guests so that they can be close by and enjoy the entire
wedding experience.
Wedding Planning Services:
Wedding Packages Choice of Ceremony locations
Wedding Receptions The Rehearsal
Dinner The Farewell Brunch Bridal
Luncheon Elegant Accommodations Spectacular Honeymoon
Suites Honeymoon Packages.
Wedding Night Stay Complete your perfect day with a night to remember. Celebrate your
wedding night in a luxurious Jr
Suite with a Fireplace,
Whirlpool Tub and King size bed. At arrival complimentary valet
parking service awaits you. In your
private suite a bottle of champagne on ice, a
wedding gift and a romance amenity created specially for you. Make your
wedding night perfect for you.
Like a picturesque memoir of the past, Charleston offers itself as a genteel world of cobblestone streets and stately antebellum plantations. Stroll along the famous Battery and through Old City Market where voices from a by-gone era still resonate. Or enjoy an intimate glimpse of the port city on a romantic carriage ride as your cares drift away. After building up an appetite, dine at one of the many quaint cafes. As night falls, let the enchanting mixture of music and laughter guide you into one of the trendy nightspots of the French Quarter. And of course, the gentle island breezes of nearby beaches are always beckoning. Conde Nast Traveler magazine ranked Charleston third on the list of Top 10 U.S. Cities, second only to San Francisco and New Orleans. Travel Leisure magazine's readers named Charleston one of the Best Values in the World and one of the World's Best Cities.. Arts Entertainment In this thriving arts community, the best find is always around the next cobblestoned corner - in eclectic galleries and darkened theaters, at vibrant festivals and outdoor concerts, in the music of laughter and in the deep hush just before the applause begins. American Style Magazine recently named Charleston as one of the top 10 art destinations in the United States. It's hard to imagine a more culturally alive city than Charleston. The city's love and passion for the arts dates back to 1731, when Charleston hosted the first concert series held in the New World. Today, the tradition continues, with a full schedule of dance, music and theater offerings, tempting and enriching residents and visitors year-round. Charleston is a Living Musuem It is always exciting to visit a place that is rich with events, culture and history. Charleston, is just the place you will want to go if you are seeking great food, recreational activities, relaxing on the beach or all of the majesty of historical architecture. The establishment of Charleston was formed in 1670, and was named after the English King of the time King Charles. Due to the English colonialism, many of the buildings that are found within Charleston have been inspired by some of the best English architects. To this day you can find in historic Charleston a variety of magnificent churches, government buildings, plantations and houses that are uniquely designed with the flavor of the English past. It is for this reason that it is sometimes referred to as Little London. Historic Churches: The first laws of the Carolinas guaranteed the widest measure of religious liberty in all of the 13 colonies. By 1704, Charles Towne was a picture of religious freedom with members of the English, French, Quaker, Anabaptist and Independent churches worshipping peacefully together in a small community. Historic Houses and Buildings: Charleston is often called a living museum -- nowhere is this more clearly reflected than in the lovingly preserved houses and commercial buildings still in use today. There are over 1400 different buildings that you can find in historic Charleston. You can learn all about these fantastic places and the exciting history of historic Charleston by visiting any one of the great Charleston museums. Charleston's historic forts have been at the turning point of some of the nation's most important events. Ft. Moultrie was the site of the first decisive patriot victory of the American Revolution, and Ft. Sumter was the scene of the first shots of the Civil War. Plantations, Parks,
Gardens: Area plantations
gardens offer a fascinating glimpse into the history and natural
beauty of the lowcountry. Each is unique and offers a different perspective and interpretation of the area's antebellum culture and history. Charlestons Upscale
Shops If you love shopping and enjoy being wowed by really posh, chic and fashionable boutiques and stores; you will discover Charleston as your destination for the best in both relaxation and shopping. The reason is because Charleston is home to the fabulous King St., which is filled with a number of familiar and unique upscale
shops that are bound to delight and excite the shopper in you. There are a variety of clothing and accessory stores that are bound to capture your eye. However, King St. isnt only filled with clothing
shops. There are also other items that you can purchase such as books, jewelry, music and various outdoor products that are required for all of your nature related adventures, like hiking or camping. From a quick bite to fine dining, you'll discover many wonderful meals very close to the Inn. We're happy to assist with
dinner reservations when you book your
room or when you arrive. Like the rest of Charleston's culture, the type of food served in the area resulted from a combination of influences. The English influence, of course. But the French, Italians, Africans, Caribbean Islanders and many others had a tremendous impact on what we eat, as well. The melting pot phenomenon simply made its way to the stove pot in
kitchens across the region. You can find everything from our own tangy mustard-based
barbeque and the best fried chicken you'll ever taste, to the finest Lowcountry-style food served in surroundings that exude hospitality and ambience. Not only does Charleston have what you want to eat, we probably have many tasty delights you've never heard of - but won't soon forget. There are over 50 different
restaurants located within walking distance from the Inn, so you wont have a problem finding something you like. The vast majority of the
restaurants have a semi-formal dress code, so you will not have to worry about purchasing an expensive outfit to attend
dinner. You will find that the wine lists, in a number of the
restaurants is superb. When you stay in Charleston, you will be in awe of the many great events and the beautiful historical scenery that is native to the land. Indulge in the wonderful tastes that Charleston presents to you; and experience dishes that will leave you with scrumptious mouth-watering memories, which will tempt you to return to the divine delicacies of Charleston again and again.
Golf Over 200 years ago, Charleston was the site of America's first
golf course and
golf club. In 1786, the South Carolina
Golf Club and Harleston Green were established in what is now downtown Charleston. In fact, the term green fee is thought to have evolved from the membership fees paid to maintain the course. Charleston
golf offers exceptional variety and challenge in one of the world's most acclaimed vacation destinations. World-class courses situated on breathtaking coastal terrain range from true links style to tight wooded Lowcountry layouts.
Tours There is no better way to see all the sites in Charleston than to embark on a sightseeing
tour. Whether by land or sea, there are plenty of special interest
tours to discover all of the areas rich history. Whether you prefer to stroll down quaint alleyways by foot or trot through the streets in a carriage, all paths lead you on a through history.