William Aiken House

About William Aiken House

Sweeping ballrooms, lush private grounds, and open-air piazzas make this historic 1807 mansion one of Charleston’s most sought-after venues for weddings and special occasions.

A seamless blend of modern sophistication and 19th-century allure, the William Aiken House is a peaceful retreat just beyond the bustle of Upper King Street. Behind the venue’s gates, a two-century-old magnolia tree is the centerpiece of sunlit courtyards and manicured lawns, while an elegant pergola and a Gothic-style Carriage House are tucked in the background. Inside the sweeping home, formal dining rooms and parlors showcase a collection of museum-caliber artwork and antiques, enchanting guests as they float from one space to the next.

• Accommodates up to 500 guests
• Distinguished as a National Historic Landmark
• Private gardens and two spacious courtyards for outdoor entertaining
• Elegant pergola and reflection pool
• First and second floor ballrooms; expansive covered piazzas outdoors
• Two formal dining rooms, an elegant drawing room, and a gentleman’s study
• Two guest suites in a beautifully restored Gothic-style Carriage House
• Wireless Internet throughout the property
• Handicap accessible