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Discover South Carolina’s Romantic Hideaways

Nicole Newsome Nicole Newsome
Discover writers share all of the places, activities and adventure that South Carolina has to offer. Read more from some of South Carolina’s locals and discover what’s happening in the Palmetto State.
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Roses and a candlelit dinner. A midnight stroll along the beach. A private adventure in a secluded treehouse. No matter what your idea of a romantic weekend away is, South Carolina can make it happen.

Upstate

Enjoy breakfast with garden views from the porch at Sunrise Farm.

The sparkling waters of Lake Jocassee, one of National Geographic's "Destinations of a Lifetime," make a perfect romantic getaway. Spend the day amidst breathtaking views of the gorges, and then cozy up in a mountain cabin at Devils Fork State Park. For a more country feel, book a stay at Sunrise Farm Bed & Breakfast, a beautifully restored 1890 Victorian farmhouse with a unique hobby farm. 

Prefer a more classy weekend? Escape to historic Abbeville. Bask in a luxurious stay at the Belmont Inn, and take in a show at the historic Abbeville Opera House, offering more than 35 weekends of outstanding live theater a year.

Midlands

The full, sit-down breakfasts at Four Oaks Inn are sure to please even the most discerning of palates.

Aiken was once the winter fox hunting and horse racing retreat for high society notables, like the debonair Fred Astaire. The Willcox was the stateliest hotel to host them, and today it retains the grace and grandeur of classic Hollywood style. Indulge in the specially crafted Romantic Escape package and be treated to champagne, an intimate dinner for two, a couples massage and more.

If you’re searching for a bed-and-breakfast that embodies true South Carolina charm, head to Four Oaks Inn in Camden. The sprawling two-acre grounds are set back on a quiet, tree-lined street, offering an instant reprieve from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Each of their three suites is furnished with a king-size bed and their full, sit-down breakfasts are sure to please even the most discerning of palates.

Pee Dee

In Dillon, The Columns Bed & Breakfast Inn elicits a sense of true Southern romance.

In Marion, check out the ultimate outdoorsy couples retreat Hideaway Haven. The property has all the amenities for pampering, from a cozy fireplace to a hot tub on the deck. The best part? You are in complete isolation with nature -- no neighbors, no other cabins, no noise.

In Dillon, The Columns Bed & Breakfast Inn elicits a sense of true Southern romance. When you walk in the front door from the wide, columned veranda, the majestic artistry of the foyer greets you with lavish furnishings and period details. Gourmet breakfasts are served on fine china and silver, and each guestroom features an elegant fireplace. Here you will be pampered in every way.

Lowcountry

Nestled among the trees on the river's edge, these adult-sized treehouses offer all the seclusion any couple could desire.

Some couples like to live on the edge. If this is you, then make your next getaway a stay in the Edisto Treehouses at the Edisto River Refuge. Nestled among the trees on the river's edge, these adult-sized treehouses offer all the seclusion any couple could desire. Accessible only by canoe, it's a true adventure in the making.

For those who prefer a little luxury with their romance, try Zero George, a boutique hotel comprised of 16 guest rooms and suites in three restored historic residences and two brick carriage houses surrounded by a private garden courtyard. Or Hotel Bennett, located in the center of historic downtown on King Street. Its stunning rooftop views, urban spa and luxurious accommodations make it an ideal spot to explore the Holy City.

Nicole Newsome
Discover writers share all of the places, activities and adventure that South Carolina has to offer. Read more from some of South Carolina’s locals and discover what’s happening in the Palmetto State.