Post House Inn Wedding Guide
If you’re dreaming of a Post House Inn wedding that feels intimate, elevated, and full of charm, you are going to love this little corner of Mount Pleasant. As a Charleston wedding photographer, I truly believe that small weddings deserve just as much intention, beauty, and celebration as a 200-guest event. Just because your guest list is shorter doesn’t mean you have to skip the first dance, the cake cutting, or dancing under the glow of chandeliers until the evening quietly sweeps away.
A wedding at Post House Inn is for the couple who wants something meaningful, charming, and thoughtfully curated. It’s cozy but never plain. Elegant but never overdone. And it’s the perfect place to gather your favorite people and celebrate in a way that feels completely like you.
Table of Contents:
- About Post House Inn
- Ceremony + Reception Options for Your Post House Inn Wedding
- Getting Ready at Post House Inn
- Catering + Bar Services
- Post House Inn Wedding Cost
- Why You Should Have a Post House Inn Wedding
- Hiring a Charleston Wedding Photographer
About Post House Inn
Located in Mount Pleasant, Post House Inn has been welcoming guests since the late 1800s. For well over a century, it’s been a place where people gather over meals, conversations linger, and celebrations unfold. There’s something really special about getting married somewhere with that kind of history, a space that has always been about bringing people together.
Today, Post House Inn is both a boutique inn and a restaurant, and that combination makes it a hidden gem for intimate weddings. It’s quaint in the best way. The exterior has that classic Southern charm, and inside you’ll find thoughtfully designed spaces full of character. It consistently receives rave reviews as a getaway spot and a place to relax for the weekend, making it even more ideal for a wedding celebration that stretches beyond a few hours.
Venue Highlights
- Guest Capacity:
- The Rose Room accommodates up to 36 guests.
- A full buyout allows for up to 100 guests.
- ADA Accessibility: The main floor is accessible. However, guest rooms on the second and third floors are accessed only by stairs, as there is no elevator. If you have guests with mobility needs staying overnight, this is definitely something to consider during planning.
One of the things I love most about the idea of a Post House Inn wedding is that it’s intentionally sized. Whether you’re hosting 12 of your closest family members or 80 of your favorite people, the space feels full in the best way.
Rehearsal Dinner at Post House Inn
If you want to host a rehearsal dinner, the good news is that you can absolutely host it here! Gathering the night before your wedding with your closest friends and family, sharing incredible food and drinks, and soaking in the anticipation of what’s ahead is such a beautiful way to begin your wedding weekend. Because Post House Inn is already known for its dining experience, it naturally transitions into a welcoming rehearsal dinner space.
Ceremony + Reception Options for Your Post House Inn Wedding
One of the reasons a Post House Inn wedding works so well is the space’s versatility. You can design the flow of your day in a way that feels seamless and natural.
The Rose Room
The Rose Room is truly beautiful. Natural light pours in, chandeliers add a soft elegance overhead, and a charming fireplace adds warmth and character.
This room also includes:
- It’s own private bar
- A dedicated kitchen just for your event
- An intimate yet refined atmosphere
For a reception dinner, this space is incredible. Long tables, brilliant place settings, heartfelt toasts, it all feels elevated but never overwhelming. If you’re planning a smaller Post House Inn wedding with 36 guests or less, this room alone creates a fully contained, cozy celebration space.
The Outdoor Courtyard
If you’re dreaming of an outdoor ceremony, the courtyard is absolutely adorable. It’s intimate and charming, perfect for exchanging vows surrounded by your favorite people.
You could:
- Host your ceremony outdoors
- Transition into cocktail hour in the courtyard
- Then move inside to the Rose Room for dinner
Or, if the weather is perfect and you want to dine al fresco, an outdoor dinner under the open sky would feel effortlessly romantic.
The flexibility here is such a gift. You’re not locked into one rigid layout; you can design the flow of your Post House Inn wedding in a way that reflects your priorities.
Full Buyout Option
If you have a larger guest list (up to 100 people), a full buyout gives you access to the entire property, including the main dining room, bar, and courtyard.
This is a wonderful option if you want the inn to feel yours completely for the evening. Your guests can move freely between spaces, conversations can flow naturally, and the celebration can feel expansive while still intimate.
Getting Ready at Post House Inn
One of my favorite parts about this venue? You can stay right there. Post House Inn has seven uniquely designed guest rooms, each beautiful in its own way. They’ve thoughtfully photographed and described every room on their website, so you can truly envision what your getting-ready photos will look like.
They mention that Room 7 is especially perfect for pre-wedding portraits, and I can see why, but honestly, all seven rooms are charming and would photograph beautifully.
Logistically, this is such a dream. You can stay overnight at the inn, wake up slowly with your favorite people, and get ready right there on-site, whether that means separate rooms for a more traditional approach or getting ready together and soaking in every moment side by side. There’s no transportation to coordinate, no rushing from one location to the next, and no added stress trying to keep everyone on schedule. Your entire wedding day can unfold in one place.
Catering + Bar Services
Because Post House Inn is a restaurant, they offer in-house food and beverage service for your wedding. This is such a huge advantage.
You’re not juggling outside caterers or worrying about coordinating vendors unfamiliar with the space. Their team already understands the service flow, kitchen setup, and how to create a seamless dining experience.
If their reputation as a restaurant is any indication, your guests are in for an incredible meal.
Post House Inn Wedding Cost
At this time, pricing isn’t listed directly on their website. To receive detailed information about hosting a Post House Inn wedding, fill out their contact form and connect with their team directly.
They’ll be able to walk you through all the important details, from rental options and full buyout information to food and beverage minimums and current availability. Because this venue is more boutique in nature, having that direct conversation with their team can actually be such a helpful part of the process. It allows you to ask specific questions, talk through your vision, and craft an experience that feels thoughtfully tailored to you rather than one-size-fits-all.
Why You Should Have a Post House Inn Wedding
This venue is something special. The exterior is full of charm. The interiors are warm and inviting. The courtyard is sweet and romantic. Every corner feels thoughtfully designed, so your photos will naturally look cohesive and beautiful.
But beyond the aesthetics, what really stands out is how seamlessly your entire wedding weekend can unfold in one place. You can stay on-site, get ready there the morning of your wedding, host your rehearsal dinner the night before, and hold both your ceremony and reception without ever leaving the property. Your guests can even stay for the weekend, turning your celebration into a shared experience rather than just a single-day event. It creates a sense of closeness and ease that’s hard to replicate when everything is spread across multiple locations.
For your wedding portraits, we’ve got tons of options. The inn itself provides gorgeous backdrops both inside and out. But because it’s located in Mount Pleasant, we can also step away for a few minutes and explore some of my favorite nearby portrait locations, whether that’s quiet coastal views, charming streets, or golden-hour marsh light.
Small weddings also allow for something really beautiful: time. More time for portraits. More time for meaningful conversation. More time to actually be present with your people.
Whether you’re inviting 10 guests or 75, this venue lets you create a wedding day that feels elevated, intentional, and completely yours.
Hiring a Charleston Wedding Photographer
No matter the size of your celebration, your wedding day deserves to be documented with care. An intimate wedding doesn’t mean less emotion. If anything, it often means more. More connection, more vulnerability, more closeness. The hugs last longer. The toasts feel more personal. The room feels full of meaning.
If you’re planning a Post House Inn wedding and want photography that captures the joy, the quiet in-between moments, and the beauty of your day from start to finish, I would absolutely love to connect with you.
Your wedding, no matter the guest count, is worth remembering. Years from now, you’ll want to look back and see not just how it looked, but how it felt.
If that sounds like what you’re envisioning, reach out through my contact form and let’s start dreaming up what your wedding at Post House Inn could look like. I can’t wait to hear what you’re planning.
