Rustic Charm- Southern Hospitality
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Donny Gerald
OWNER
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (5X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
THURSDAY THROUGH SUNDAY PACKAGE so you can relax and enjoy your weekend! No curfew!
Hidden Acres is the perfect location for your dream destination wedding. Our venue offers rustic charm, natural beauty, a secluded pastoral setting, and unexpected modern amenities. At Hidden Acres our couples have their rehearsal and wedding all in the same location!
Your wedding, your way!
Neatly tucked into the countryside (just 10 minutes from Historic downtown Marion, 30 minutes from Florence, and an hour from Myrtle Beach), Hidden Acres is a beautiful setting for your dream wedding.
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Ballroom
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Religious Setting
Church
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Se Habla Español
Awards and Affiliations
5-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2026.2025.2024.+2 more.
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Hall of Fame
Earned by winning 'Best of Weddings' four or more times.
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Meet the team
Donny Gerald
Owner
Hey y'all, I'm Donny Gerald, the owner of Hidden Acres in historic Marion, SC. My family and I are honored and humbled that people love Hidden Acres as much as we do. We are constantly seeking to improve the property and we LOVE surprising our couples with the latest, greatest, additions to Hidden Acres. When you're here with us, you'll experience "Rustic Charm and Southern Hospitality" at its finest!
Reviews
5.0
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Hidden Acres is a stunning, well‑maintained venue with a charming rustic chapel, multiple ceremony sites, roomy bridal and groom suites, and large reception spaces. Staff are attentive and highly responsive, and the four‑day rental allows relaxed setup. Reviewers rave about the amenities, service, and value.Review photos
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Amy K
5.0
6/28/2026
BEST EVER!!!! Donny the owner is the best!!
Charlotte C
5.0
6/22/2026
Hidden Acres is absolutely stunning! The quaint , rustic chapel was the seller for me and my daughter. It is so charming with stained glass windows and a wooden cross. The perfect ...
place for my daughters happily ever after to start! The grounds are spacious and well maintained. The bridal suite and salon is an adorable place for the girls to get ready. The guys also have the grooms quarters and lounge which is perfect for rest and relaxing on their big day. The pavilion and reception hall can accommodate a large crowd. The chapel isn’t the only option to say “I Do”. This venue has a pond with a brick wall or arbor, either one would be breathtaking for your ceremony. This venue also offers a variety of chairs and tables, as well as a variety of decorations available to use without any extra cost.
Mr Donny, the owner, is the best. He can be seen many times throughout the day lending a helping hand. He wants to ensure you are happy with your choice of his venue. If he isn’t on site, he is only a phone call away!
We cannot get over our daughter’s magical wedding! Thank you Hidden Acres and Mr. Donny for making my daughter’s dreams come true!
Response from Hidden Acres on 06/22/2026
Thank you!
Any questions?
Travis B
5.0
6/16/2026
This was the one and only venue we toured, we knew from the first time we saw it that this venue was everything and more. The setting, the amenities, and the thought put into this ...
venue were above our expectations. Donny was amazing and super responsive, he was able to get any questions we had before and during our wedding answered quickly and clearly. Because this venue is a booking from Thursday- Sunday it gives you time to spend with your family and bridal party and set up for the wedding without stress and time constraints. The setting was perfect as well close enough to town for quick trips but far enough you don't have to worry about your guests being to loud and disturbing anyone.Our wedding was truly better than anything we could have ever have imagined and I would recommend it to everyone.
Anna G
5.0
5/31/2026
Hidden Acres was absolutely wonderful! We got married this past Saturday, May 30, 2026! The whole staff was wonderful and Donny was an excellent host! The communication, always upd...
ating us, and everything in between was exactly what our day needed! Hidden acres is also so so beautiful and in an amazing area!
Tania P
5.0
5/19/2026
We loved having our wedding at Hidden Acres. Everything was perfect. Donny was very helpful, accomodating, and so easy to communicate with. We were so happy we picked Hidden Acres ...
as our venue. Everyone commented on how beautiful the venue is!
Adrian R
5.0
5/18/2026
Everything was great and it was the perfect spot for our wedding the customer service and attentiveness to us was great! Everything was perfect!
Stephanie H
5.0
5/14/2026
Absolutely loved Hidden Acres! From start to finish this place was perfect for my wedding in every way. Communication throughout the entire process was great and always helpful. Th...
is venue offers so much from the full weekend access to the beautiful grounds, and so much more in between this is definitely the perfect wedding venue! I would highly recommend Hidden Acres to anyone if they want their special day to be perfect!
Response from Hidden Acres on 05/14/2026
Thank you so much!
Brooke M
5.0
5/10/2026
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL! We had our wedding here yesterday and I couldn’t write enough positive reviews about Hidden Acres. There were never any issues communicating, the venue itself...
is just breathtaking and not to mention you get the venue for 4 days. Truly one of the best experiences of our lives! They provide EVERYTHING you could imagine and are the sweetest people. Donny, the owner, never hovered but popped in a few times just to make sure we were okay and if we needed help with anything. I would give this venue 10 stars if I could lol By all means, do not hesitate to book this venue!! It is everything you could ever want for your wedding!
Response from Hidden Acres on 05/10/2026
Thank you!
Dessie H
5.0
5/04/2026
Everything was excellent, beautiful grounds and great facilities. The four day option makes for a very enjoyable experience for the entire wedding party without feeling rushed and ...
all the amenities provide opportunities to just kick back and enjoy being together to celebrate the happy couple. We would highly recommend Hidden Acres to anyone searching for wedding venue
Response from Hidden Acres on 05/04/2026
Thank you!
Kecia R
5.0
4/28/2026
We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Hidden Acres! From the very beginning, the owner was incredibly helpful, kind, and accommodating, making the entire process feel easy. ...
The venue itself was breathtaking. Every detail exceeded our expectations! We would highly recommend this venue!!!
Response from Hidden Acres on 04/28/2026
Thank you!
Kennedy R
5.0
4/27/2026
My fiancé and I cannot say enough amazing things about Hidden Acres. It is truly the most gorgeous venue I have ever seen, every single detail is just perfect. From the beautiful b...
ridal suite to the groom’s lounge and even the putt-putt course, everything is thoughtfully designed and makes the entire experience feel so special.
Not only do we love Hidden Acres, but we absolutely adore Donny! He is such an incredible person with unmatched hospitality. He goes above and beyond to make sure you feel cared for and celebrated every moment you’re there. He is genuinely kind and always working to make things even better, even though it already so perfect. You always hear that weddings never go exactly as planned, but I can honestly say my wedding at Hidden Acres was everything I dreamed of and more. It was absolutely perfect and more beautiful than I could have ever imagined.
Response from Hidden Acres on 04/27/2026
Thank you😊
Savannah C
5.0
4/19/2026
Hidden Acres was a perfect venue! I could not have asked for anything better! The owner was very helpful and made the place look beautiful for our special day.
Response from Hidden Acres on 04/19/2026
Thank you!
Becky C
5.0
4/16/2026
Hidden Acres is the best! It has everything you need and then some. There is a gorgeous bridal suite with plenty of room for the girls plus 2 hangouts for the guys. There are se...
veral beautiful outdoor ceremony options plus a chapel for an indoor option. The reception area is huge and has a kitchen conveniently located next to it with all the necessities. And I cannot say enough about Donny Gerald and Donna Pridgen. They are so responsive and easy to work with. No other venue compares to this one.
Response from Hidden Acres on 04/16/2026
Thank you!
Mallory C
5.0
4/15/2026
The best place to get married. Donny and his staff are the best people and eliminate any and all stress they can from wedding weekend! I messaged Donny late one night after rehears...
al dinner about a strand of lights that happened to go out and he had his crew have it fixed the next morning before I even woke up! His response time is so quick and he truly cares about the bride! He was there for me before I walked down the aisle helping me with my dress and anything he could! Everything you could possibly need is at the venue and it is stunning! Would 1000% get married here 100 more times.
Response from Hidden Acres on 04/16/2026
Thank you!!!
Dan B
5.0
4/12/2026
Just finished a weekend wedding experience and have to admit Hidden Acres is a first class experience. The service was second to none and the attention to detail was amazing. They ...
have everything covered. From Thursday to Sunday we were taken care of like we were royalty. They have thought of everything and respond immediately to any request you have. Hidden Acres and the surrounding properties associated with it are the best thing in Marion County.
Olivia V
5.0
4/07/2026
Hidden Acres was the most stunning venue that can accommodate any wedding. The newly renovated bridal suite was perfect to get ready in and there was so much space at the venue to ...
accommodate the bridal and grooms parties and all the family. Donnie, the venue owner is so fast to respond to any questions and is willing to help out in any way. I highly recommend this venue to any bride!
Ciara M
5.0
3/30/2026
The venue is breath taking! Donnie is an amazing host . He is very down to earth which is one of the reasons we chose this venue. We had everything we needed there and more which m...
ade the day less stressful. I’m very glad we chose Hidden Acres
Michelle M
5.0
3/16/2026
We had an absolute incredible, magical time celebrating our wedding weekend at Hidden Acres. From the moment we first viewed the property, we knew it was something special. The ven...
ue itself is stunning, from the old wooden chapel, to the sparkling pond and warmly lit courtyard, the setting created the most perfect atmosphere for our wedding weekend.
We also greatly appreciated having space on-site for our bridal party to stay, as many of them were visiting us from all over the country. The new bridal suite in particular was a big hit, and made for such a wonderful space to get ready with my bridesmaids ahead of the ceremony.
So many guests told us Hidden Acres was such a beautiful place, some even saying it was the prettiest wedding venue they've ever been to!
Many thanks to Donny for always being so quick to answer any questions I had leading up to the wedding weekend, and furthermore for his check-ins and support when our weekend finally arrived!
We loved every minute of sharing our celebration with our loved ones at Hidden Acres, and we will remember it for the rest of our lives. Thank you!!
Holli D
5.0
3/09/2026
Hidden Acres was an absolutely gorgeous venue. Donny and his team were all extremely responsive and helpful. Anytime we needed something, they were there in an instant. The propert...
y is extremely well-maintained and offers countless amenities for the bride, groom, and bridal parties. Hidden Acres afforded us the luxury of a no-rush setup and take-down, giving us the opportunity to intricately craft our special day exactly how we imagined it. All at a very affordable and extremely competitive price point. Thank you to Donny and the Hidden Acres team for helping make our day one to remember forever!
Madison S
5.0
3/01/2026
Donny is the absolute best!! I would recommend this venue to everyone! The venue is beautiful and everything we couldve asked for!!
Anna G
5.0
2/23/2026
Hidden Acres is THE venue to get married. I cannot imagine another place. It’s literally so perfect. I LOVE that there aren’t packages to choose from. You get the whole venue for o...
ne price for 4 days. As someone with family out of town, this was so nice to have so many options for people to stay. Donny is so easy to work with and he is so kind. My wedding was perfect, I wouldn’t change a thing and the venue was the main reason for that. I am so grateful for this venue and Donny’s team for making my wedding weekend the best day ever.
Bailey S
5.0
2/17/2026
Hidden Acres is a dream wedding venue. It is absolutely gorgeous there. We had my daughter's wedding there this past weekend, February 14, 2026, and it was perfect. The venue is...
amazing and the owner, Donnie, was so easy to work with. He answered text and calls immediately if we had any questions. He also stopped by just to check in and see if we needed anything. Everyone loved how beautiful and peaceful it is there. It was so nice to be able to go in on Thursday morning and set up so we wouldn't be rushed to get everything done in one day. The flexibility of that in itself made the wedding day less stressful. I would highly recommend Hidden Acres to anyone getting married.
Logan B
5.0
2/01/2026
The absolute best wedding venue!! It is absolutely beautiful and Mr. Donny and Ms. Donna are there to help with any and everything you need throughout your special day!! I can’t re...
commend them enough! We got married in almost a foot of snow and they were out salting walkways and making sure everything was great throughout the weekend !
Jocelin C
5.0
1/26/2026
We had an amazing wedding at Hidden Acres! Donny was so helpful and attentive especially with a winter storm approaching. He rented a generator just in case when we saw the weather...
forecast. I am so thankful to have had such a beautiful venue for our big day! Will be recommending to any couples in search of a venue. 10 out of 10:)
Savanna H
5.0
1/22/2026
Hidden Acres is the best! I got married there in 2021 and recently went back as a photographer and it is still such a beautiful venue! Continuous additions and renovations have kep...
t it up to date with all of the modern trends but in a classic, timeless way. There is so much offered at this venue, they truly have thought of everything! You seriously cannot go wrong by booking Hidden Acres for your wedding!
ashlee j
5.0
1/13/2026
Absolutely beautiful venue. Excellent customer service. Affordable and by far the best venue located in the state of South Carolina.
Heather S
5.0
1/12/2026
Hidden Acres was an absolute dream to work with! As the designers and coordinators for a recent wedding, we couldn’t have asked for a better venue. Everything ran smoothly and the ...
space truly elevated the entire event!
The newly upgraded bridal suite is stunning! Beautiful, trendy, spacious, and such a comfortable place for the bride and bridal party to relax and get ready. The entire property is thoughtfully laid out with everything you could possibly need for a seamless wedding weekend! The Thursday through Sunday rental makes the entire wedding experience incredibly stress free. Having extended access to the venue allows plenty of time for setup, design details, and a relaxed rehearsal, so nothing feels rushed on the wedding day itself.
Donny was incredibly helpful from start to finish. He was even on site the day of the ceremony and went above and beyond by lending a helping hand with last-minute finishing touches for the reception, making sure everything was perfect and on time. That level of care and involvement speaks volumes.
Hidden Acres is well equipped, well maintained, and run by people who genuinely care about the couples and vendors they work with. We highly recommend this venue and can't wait to be back at this breath taking property!
Alexis S
5.0
1/11/2026
Our wedding was absolutely perfect thanks to this venue! Donny has the best set up for the men and the women! Everything we needed was on site and we never had to leave to get anyt...
hing. The venue is gorgeous at all times of the day, and the special touches make it even better. Any questions that you may have, they respond so quickly and are extremely helpful. We never had to worry about anything. Everyone was just a phone call or text away all weekend, Thursday through Sunday. The owner, Donny, was even on site a few times throughout the weekend, and was even on site during the event to make sure everything was flawless. He even helped light candles! No one will ever compare to this venue. It is absolutely the best around!
Carina R
5.0
1/05/2026
We had the honor of getting married at Hidden Acres this January. From the very beginning Donny, the owner, was extremely nice and helpful. We had to visit the venue on many occasi...
ons leading up to the day of our wedding and never once was it an issue for him. Working with him was a delight. He even checked in with us on the day of our wedding and the venue was absolutely lovely. Throughout the entire process, Donny has been very accommodating and responded to us regardless of the time of day. If anyone is considering to book with Hidden Acres, do not hesitate, there is no other place like this. It is rare to see a beautiful place like this that offers many amenities and an owner who truly cares for and values his hosts. At the end of our experience, we felt like Donny and Hidden Acres were like family to us.
Thanks to this beautiful venue, we were able to have the wedding of our dreams! I will be recommending this venue to everyone I know!
Hope C
5.0
12/31/2025
Hidden acres is such a beautiful place to get married at! I had the opportunity to get married here December 27th 2025. Not only is the place beautiful, Mr Donny (the owner) was ve...
ry helpful and even drove to the venue the day of the wedding to check if I needed anything at all! If you are thinking of booking this venue for your own wedding, you won’t regret it!
Candace R
5.0
12/21/2025
Professional A+ highly recommend. You can have your Fairytale Wedding. We had one.
All of our families enjoyed being together. We loved everything at Hidden Acres.
Thank you for ...
creating this magical place!!
Sherry A
5.0
12/21/2025
This experience from beginning to end was flawless. Hidden Acres is absolutely breathtaking in every way imaginable.
Mr Donny was there to help and assist with any questions I h...
ad immediately.
Our wedding was perfect at Hidden Acres ❤️
Faira H
5.0
12/08/2025
Donny and his crew are amazing and so easy to work with. They made sure to accommodate us with everything we needed. Everything was perfect from start to finish. Would recommend hi...
dden acres to everyone I know. Best venue ever!❤️
Wendy R
5.0
12/04/2025
Hidden Acres was the first & only venue that we looked at. It was love at first sight. It’s absolutely beautiful & accommodates all of your needs. The wedding party was amazed how ...
beautiful it was. The owner Donny Gerald is always working to make it the best venue of all time. The new bridal suite is breathtaking. The groomsmen were amazed of how much fun they had shooting skeet & enjoying the new game quarters. I can’t say enough of good things about this venue.
Donny is the best! He made sure all of our needs were met & went above and beyond to make our special day perfect. We are so glad that we found this venue. Thank you Donny❤️
Sydney K
5.0
12/01/2025
The venue is absolutely stunning and with getting to be there all weekend made our wedding so much easier! We were able to host our rehersal dinner and wedding easily. There was p...
lenty of space for us to stay and have fun on site! Mr. Donny was so attentive and helpful! Honestly 5 stars isn’t enough to give to this amazing Venue!
Emma F
5.0
11/27/2025
Beautiful venue and amazing staff! Extremely professional from the very first conversation until check out. All of our guests were complimenting the venue the whole night! 10/10 wo...
uld recommend!
Lindsey R
5.0
11/16/2025
Donnie and his staff were absolutely amazing! They were easy to communicate with ahead of time and checked on us several times throughout the weekend. The venue was beautiful and ...
had everything we could need for a wedding. We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding weekend than what we had!
Allie C
5.0
11/10/2025
This venue was absolutely stunning and the perfect place for our wedding. The owner was very nice and responsive. The venue offers a lot of versatility with an outdoor or indoor we...
dding. Highly recommend!
Jaycee M
5.0
11/03/2025
We are so happy with how everything turned out. Beautiful venue, and the communication was on point!! Would recommend 1000 times!!
Taylor C
5.0
10/29/2025
Hidden Acres is a true gem! The venue is not only visually stunning, but accommodating in many regards. There are many options for events to be held inside and outside with both be...
ing esthetically pleasing. Donny and his team were a pleasure to work with and very responsive. The facilities were incredibly clean and well thought out. Hidden Acres had everything we needed to make our event a success without any doubt. Everything the venue offers is listed on their website. Something to note as well is there were some additional perks of this location that were pleasant surprises as there are continual improvements happening regularly. I would highly recommend this venue for any event as one will not be disappointed. Just say yes to the best.
Laura M
5.0
10/23/2025
I cannot say enough wonderful things about this wedding venue—it truly made my dreams come true. From start to finish, every detail was absolutely perfect. The rehearsal dinner spa...
ce was beautiful and welcoming, the groomsmen shack had so much character and charm, the salon made getting ready a dream, and the chapel was stunning beyond words. Every space and moment felt thoughtfully designed and full of heart.
What truly sets this venue apart is Donny, the owner. He is one of a kind—genuine, caring, and incredibly dedicated. He went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect, and his passion for what he does shines through in every interaction. You can tell he truly cares about each couple and loves making their day unforgettable. Anyone would be lucky to work with him!
If you’re looking for a wedding venue that is not only breathtaking but run by someone who treats you like family—this is the place. It was everything I dreamed of and more.
Caroline R
5.0
10/12/2025
I absolutely fell in love with this venue and it’s everything I could have imagined. I would highly recommend this place and have no regrets at all! So excited I chose this amazing...
venue.
Adriana C
5.0
10/03/2025
Hidden Acres is a hidden gem. We loved everything about this venue from the beautiful chapel to the space and beautiful atmosphere. We could not have imagined a better location. Do...
nald was also very attentive and responsive to our needs throughout the planning process all the way to the day of the wedding. We thoroughly enjoyed Hidden Acres!!!
Matthew M
5.0
9/29/2025
Wonderful venue they made sure everything was perfect, clean, and friendly staff
Courtney P
5.0
9/29/2025
This place is absolutely gorgeous. Its super easy to fall in love with and want to spend your wedding there. But it is much more than just a beautiful venue. The owner, Donny, has ...
gone above all and answered all my questions within an hour and has always been super helpful, especially with giving vendor recommendations within the area.
I recommend this venue for all weddings and could even be a beautiful family reunion site. It accomodated my every need and desire as well as a nice spot for my dogs to spend the weekend with us. I was very pleased in all aspects!
Shane D
5.0
7/12/2025
Donny is amazing! My husband and I stumbled across hidden acres from the knot and fell in love. We saw it in torrential down pour and just knew it was the one. A few things about D...
onny is that he’s ALWAYS improving the venue through little details and new projects. He is also quick to respond with any questions even if your wedding is more than a year away. We even had a small problem the morning before and he helped us find greenery to fix it. He also allows you to the visit the venue when you need to so you can get measurements and inspiration. We truly had the dreamiest day with a venue all of our guest loved.
Mckenley T
5.0
3/03/2025
Everything was perfect. From the easy communication and flexibility and the fact that the venue had everything we could have needed. I wish I could relive the day over and over. Th...
is venue is perfect!
Lizzie R
5.0
9/03/2024
Hidden Acres was truly the most magical place to have our wedding. Donny went above and beyond throughout our wedding planning process and wedding weekend to make our stay as enjoy...
able as possible! My bridesmaids and I loved staying in the bridal cabin and getting ready in the salon. The groomsmen loved shooting skeet by the pond and getting ready in the grooms getting ready area. The chapel was the perfect place for our ceremony with beautiful stained glass windows, a wooden cross, and great AC (important for August!) The reception area was perfect for seating everyone, displaying the Clemson game in the ballroom, and having plenty of room to dance the night away! I cannot recommend Hidden Acres enough! The nature surrounding the venue has breathtaking views and the accommodations add more to your special weekend. Thank you Donny and Hidden Acres for making our wedding weekend so special!!!
Response from Hidden Acres on 03/03/2025
Thank you so much!
Lizzie O
5.0
9/03/2024
This venue was everything I could have dreamed of!
Samantha Q
5.0
9/03/2024
Beautiful venue!! Donny was very easy to work with. A tropical storm came through that area right before my wedding & Donny was on it making sure everything stayed intact & good as...
new. He takes a lot of pride in his property & it shows! Loved everything about this venue!
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