Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort

The ultimate setting for a beach celebration

Holds ceremonies and receptions

4.9

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Alexander's Restaurant and Wine Bar is an excellent venue for your important event. For me it was the occasion of my son and his fiancé's rehearsal dinner. From beginning to end, Lisa Garrick, catering and events sales manager, was the true professional ~ very capable, always kind and pleasant! The restaurant third tier menu options and third tier wine and spirits selections got raves from all who attended. From the table settings to the courteous kitchen and wait staff as well as the beautiful view of the lagoon made for a memorable, joyful evening! I highly recommend Alexander's!

Gayle C.

5.0

We loved our wedding at Palmetto Dunes! Lisa and Erin were extremely responsive and really involved in the whole process. There were a few minor glitches, but they were handled quickly and efficiently. All in all, we had a wonderful time and our guests truly enjoyed the atmosphere!

Sydney C.

5.0

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Nestled along the sparkling coast of Hilton Head Island, SC, Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort is a stunning beach wedding venue. This enchanting setting features many ways to ensure your day is unforgettable, from saying "I do" on the beach to romantic wedding photos under timeless oak trees and elevated dining experiences. Whether planning an intimate get-together or a grand soiree, the resort's award-winning wedding specialists will make your vision come to life. With a selection of gorgeous event spaces to choose from, Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort invites you and your beloved to pick the perfect backdrop for your ceremony and reception. Each venue is unique and characterful, providing memorable atmospheres for unforgettable moments. For a little shelter from the elements, the Centre Court Pavilion hosts celebrations with a relaxed yet refined appeal for 120 guests. This covered pavilion allows you to breathe the fresh sea air while enjoying the comfort of an indoor setting, acting as a blank canvas for your theme. Couples seeking a beachside wedding adore The Dunes House, where the outdoor deck boasts breathtaking ocean views and surrounding greenery. 120 loved ones can join you for a celebration in the open air with endless skies and glistening waves. Golf lovers may be drawn to the exquisite Veranda at Arthur Hills, set on the championship golf course. Recently renovated for the utmost comfort and prestige, this gorgeous space can host 160 guests and features sliding glass windows and a patio overlooking the verdant lawn. More intimate occasions call for Alexander's Restaurant & Wine Bar, where 55 of your nearest and dearest can gather for a delicious meal with lagoon views. The entire restaurant can be booked for 120 guests. For a one-of-a-kind celebation at Toptracer Range, guests can enjoy cutting-edge golf technology perfect for welcome parties, bachelor/bachelorette events to send-offs. The facility is ideal for private buyouts - comfortably hosting 64 guests indoors and up to 120 guests with outdoor overflow space. Dunes Catering & Events, the hotel's in-house catering service, has been serving Hilton Head Island weddings since 2000. Let Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort's professional wedding planners worry about the details so you don't have to. Couples can reach out to secure their date and discuss their desires for the perfect wedding package.

26+ years in business

Speaks English

2 team members

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Amenities

Ceremony Area

Covered Outdoors Space

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Liability Insurance

On-Site Accommodations

Outdoor Event Space

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Ceremony Types

Civil Union

Commitment Ceremony

Elopement

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

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Ballroom

Beach

Waterfront

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Tented

Trees

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Bar & Drinks

Cakes & Desserts

Destination Weddings

Destination Wedding Packages

Destination Wedding Planning

Food & Catering

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Destination Wedding Planning

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Tents

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Transportation

Shuttle Service

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2-Time 'Best of Weddings'

2026.2025.

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51 reviews

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Alexander's Restaurant and Wine Bar, located at Palmetto Dunes, is highly praised as a wedding venue by reviewers. The exceptional service provided by the catering and events sales manager, Lisa Garrick, is highlighted, with guests commending her professionalism and attention to detail. Guests appreciated the beautiful views of the lagoon, delicious food, efficient staff, and seamless execution of events, making it a memorable and joyful experience. The venue is recommended for its stunning atmosphere and helpful team that assists in planning and executing weddings.

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Gayle C

12/31/2025

Alexander's Restaurant and Wine Bar is an excellent venue for your important event. For me it was the occasion of my son and his fiancé's rehearsal dinner. From beginning to end,...

Lisa Garrick, catering and events sales manager, was the true professional ~ very capable, always kind and pleasant! The restaurant third tier menu options and third tier wine and spirits selections got raves from all who attended. From the table settings to the courteous kitchen and wait staff as well as the beautiful view of the lagoon made for a memorable, joyful evening! I highly recommend Alexander's!

Sydney C

12/30/2025

We loved our wedding at Palmetto Dunes! Lisa and Erin were extremely responsive and really involved in the whole process. There were a few minor glitches, but they were handled qui...

ckly and efficiently. All in all, we had a wonderful time and our guests truly enjoyed the atmosphere!

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Sarah P

12/30/2025

I grew up at Palmetto Dunes and it was my dream to get married there and Lisa and her team made that dream a reality. From helping me pick the perfect venue space to walking throug...

h every detail they were magnificent! I cannot recommend them enough to Hilton Head brides! They also knew so many vendors and connected me to the best of the best. We love our Palmetto Dunes family and think they are the best in the business! ❤️

Lynn Y

12/29/2025

Lisa was wonderful to work with! I was working on a Rehearsal dinner long distance and she was a great source of guidance. Also, the night of the Rehearsal she took charge and took...

so much pressure off me. She had the venue , staff , food all organized, kept us on schedule and organized the entire night. Highly recommend!

Jennifer M

12/16/2025

Great time was had by all! We had a blast and everything was perfect. Lisa and her team were on point.

Leah Beth H

12/16/2025

Perfect wedding location for anyone who dreams of a beach wedding. It was simple and elegant and every detail accounted for.

Response from Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on 12/16/2025

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! We truly appreciate your kind wor...

ds and are so grateful you chose Palmetto Dunes to be part of your special experience. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

Courtney A

12/09/2025

Palmetto Dunes was a beautiful place to get married! Lisa and her team were wonderful to work with.

Response from Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on 12/09/2025

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We truly enjoyed hosting your speical day! W...

e're grateful for your kind words and hope to welcome you back again soon.

Jennifer C

12/08/2025

Wow! We celebrated our 30th Anniversary with a vow renewal on the beach at the Dunes House and a reception at The Veranda at The Arthur Hills Golf Club. We could not have been happ...

ier with our choice. Lisa and Kayla made the decision making easy and the detailed execution appear seamless from start to finish. From a memorial chair at the ceremony for our daughter to the table settings at the reception, everything was well thought out and planned. The staff at The Veranda is so friendly and helpful. The Souther BBQ Buffett was out of this world - casual yet elegant, which is what we wanted. Best wedding food ever. The event was in early October so be were able to have an indoor/outdoor cocktail and dinner experience. We hired John Brewster to play acoustic music - he was AMAZING! Wish we could do this exactly the same again!

Response from Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on 12/09/2025

Thank you so much for your beautiful review! It was truly special to share in your vow ren...

ewal celebration, and we’re honored you chose Palmetto Dunes for such a meaningful moment. Wishing you both continued love and joy, always.

Caitlin C

12/31/2024

Palmetto Dunes Catering was 5 star level of service for our wedding day. Food, Drinks, timing, decor were all 10/10 and was above and beyond what I expected for my big day. Highly ...

recommend using this catering company for anyone wanted to get married in Palmetto Dunes Hilton Head Island!!

Rebecca P

12/31/2024

Lisa from the very beginning was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about everything from beginning to end. Lisa and Erin were also available to answer any questions I had at anyt...

ime of day or night. With living 4.5 hours away and only meeting them in person a couple of times, they both made the day of seamless and exactly what i wanted. Unfortunately, 2 weeks before our wedding date when all the final deadlines were happening, my family had to deal with the damage from Hurricane Helene, during this time Erin and Lisa were extremely understanding and so helpful with the slow response time we could provide for the deadlines due to multiple days without power. Both Erin and Lisa checked in on us several times during this period and ensured that everything will go smoothly the day of even with another expected hurricane that was supposed to hit the island, they always put my anxiety at ease with how calm they both were. During the wedding day (10.12.24), they both made sure all mine, my husband and my parents requests were met and were the biggest cheerleaders throughout the day. I would recommend them over and over again to anyone wanting to plan a wedding at Palmetto Dunes.

Amanda L

12/29/2024

We hosted our wedding rehearsal dinner at Alexander’s, and Lisa and the team did an amazing job helping us plan and execute a wonderful evening. The pre-event planning was smooth a...

nd enjoyable thanks to the team’s recommendations and help. The food was absolutely delicious and the service was great. We had a party of around 30, and the beautiful restaurant event space fit our group perfectly. We also felt it was great value for the quality of services offered compared to other area venues where we inquired. Highly recommend considering Alexander’s for your next event.

Ashley C

12/18/2024

My husband and I got married in Hilton Head on 9/14/24. We used Palmetto Dunes Ocean Front Resort to help plan and coordinate our wedding. When I was finally plugged in with my wed...

ding coordinators, Lisa and Erin ended up being great. They were very very attentive, responded quickly to any questions, and made sure to stay on top of me to make sure everything was as I wanted it. They had every detail of the wedding planned out to the second which kept things flowing throughout the day, and made it so there was nothing I had to worry about on the actual day of the wedding, other than where Lisa told me I needed to be for each planned session of the wedding and reception. All the servers, bartenders, people behind the scenes were wonderful. Ryan was amazing and stopped at nothing to make sure everything we wanted we had. They truly wanted to make our day as perfect as it could be, and it really showed. I would recommend using them for anyone looking to plan their wedding on this beautiful island.

Morgan L

11/26/2024

Our wedding was an absolute dream thanks to the team at Palmetto Dunes Resort. Erin and Lisa went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect and stayed in constant contact d...

uring the planning process. Ryan and his team made the day of food and drink execution flawless - shoutout to Ryan for making sure we always had drinks in hand! We had so many guests rave about how amazing the whole day/night were and none of it would’ve been possible without the team.

Karen M

11/22/2024

This was my first experience with PD Catering and it could not have been more positive. Lisa and Erin joined together to assist me in throwing a magnificent bridal luncheon that wa...

s absolutely perfect. They were communicative, easy to work with, highly organized and attentive to detail. The food was outstanding and the additional staff was professional and courteous. I recommend PD Catering and give them five stars!

Karen M

11/22/2024

This was my first experience with PD Catering and it could not have been more positive. Lisa and Erin joined together to assist me in throwing a magnificent bridal luncheon that ...

was absolutely perfect. They were communicative, easy to work with, highly organized and attentive to detail. The food was outstanding and the additional staff was professional and courteous. I recommend PD Catering and give them five stars!

Jennifer L

5/17/2022

We couldn't be happier with choosing Palmetto Dunes, The Dunes House. The staff set the standard for the best service ever! I wish I could hire them for everything, from the Cateri...

ng coordinator Tim to our Event coordinator Sarah. They made the day perfect. The service staff quickly became friends to all guests making the evening so much fun! The FOOD was amazing and the setting was perfect. They helped with all our needs on set up and décor. I never needed anything, impeccable service! We are so grateful!

Hayle' C

8/15/2021

This place was absolutely amazing! My wedding expectations were completely exceeded and both Courtney and Chelsea were incredible! Booking a destination wedding was a bit nerve rac...

king but working with Courtney I was instantly put at ease. She was very professional and was incredibly personable which was amazing. With their help I was able to plan the wedding the of my dreams from a distance. The process was also rather stress free and I know that wouldn’t have been possible without them. I personally used the Dunes House for the event and cannot say enough good things about the entire experience. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a wonderful experience while planning the day of their dreams!

Darian G

3/31/2021

Courtney and Jocelyn are spectacular! Both women made the wedding planning process a breeze. They were quick to reply to emails and answered all of our questions. Courtney was so a...

ttentive and detail oriented from start to finish! I would highly recommend the venue based off these two ladies alone! The venue itself is just gorgeous! Exactly what you envision for a beach wedding. Very clean, classic and simple! Planning the wedding from out of state could have been a challenge but with such great coordinators and a stunning venue it was very simple. I would recommend Palmetto Dunes to anyone looking for a beach wedding!

Cecille S

8/31/2020

We had our wedding there in August 2020 and it couldn't have gone any better thanks to the help of Courtney & Jocelyn. They were so great to work with from beginning to end - alway...

s prompt to respond to my questions and had such great recommendations based on past weddings they've hosted. They were able to follow my decoration instructions just how I envisioned it and as if I had set it up myself. When the weather was looking not so great all morning Courtney was in touch with me and was very honest, but ultimately left the decision up to me and let me know of the hard 'stay or move' deadline. We ended up lucking out and it was a perfect overcast night. I really appreciate Courtney taking charge where needed, but leaving it up to us to make the final call. We were originally planned for April 2020, but COVID got in the way. Courtney was the one to break the news to me about having to postpone, but was very sympathetic and provided us with a list of available dates very quickly. Having to re-plan a wedding during a pandemic is stressful enough, but they were both very creative in switching up plans and providing alternatives for us. It ultimately ended up being just what we had hoped for. My husband and I have walked past a few weddings on the beach in front of the Dunes House in our many trips to the island and knew immediately that is where we wanted to get married. We didn't look at any other venues. Surprisingly the beach goers sitting around nearby were very respectful during our ceremony (only about 15 minutes) and even turned their chairs around to watch and cheered for us at the end. It made the whole experience even more exciting!

Stephanie O

10/10/2019

We had our wedding in May 2019 at the Dunes House. Courtney and the whole team were great to work with from the beginning to end. We live in Pennsylvania and had to do a lot of ...

planning over email and short trips down to HHI. Courtney did an amazing job and made our day as stress free as possible. We had our ceremony on the beach in front of the Dunes House and it was nice that our guests only had to walk a few steps to the reception. Overall, Courtney and her team made the wedding go as planned and how we envisioned it. We highly recommend the Dunes House for a ceremony and reception.

Stephanie R

8/16/2019

Courtney and Jocelyn were fabulous to work with! Courtney was attentive to all details and highly responsive during the planning stage! Jocelyn ensured everything came together per...

fectly during the rehearsal dinner as well as the ceremony and reception after! What a great experience with this group after being so nervous planning from another city! Would highly recommend them to anyone looking to get married on HHI!

Emily S

5/24/2019

Our wedding ceremony was on the Dunes House beach and reception on the deck at The Dunes House. It was absolutely perfect. We couldn’t have imagined it any better! Courtney worked ...

with us throughout the entire process to make sure everything went off without a hitch. She was wonderful to work with! She was very responsive and helpful throughout all of the months of planning. She and her team coordinated everything from setup to takedown the day of, and it went flawlessly. I did not have to worry about a thing on wedding day. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I walked into The Dunes House- it was so perfect! More perfect than I ever imagined it would be! The food was delicious, and desserts fabulous! The bartenders and waiters were all great. We spent a beautiful evening dancing on the deck by the ocean under the stars! It was truly like a fairytale! The only negative piece to share had more to do with Palmetto Dunes Resort itself and not so much the wedding crew. Our guests had difficulty with parking at the Dunes House even through it was a private event. I also thought it was quite cumbersome that I had to coordinate to get gate access for all of our guests to get into the resort. We had family members that arrived early and couldn’t get through.

Eileen T

11/20/2018

We had our wedding at the Dunes House and what a wonderful event. Courtney and Devon did a fabulous job from start to finish. The wedding on the beach was breathtaking, and the r...

eception was beautiful from the lights to the table decorations to the food. I appreciate everything they did for us to make our day special. Thank you for making our day unforgettable.

Emily B

11/14/2018

Our wedding was absolutely beautiful at Palmetto Dunes and we have Courtney to thank! If anyone is looking for a coordinator that will guide you through the entire planning proce...

ss with little or no stress and with the highest professionalism and finesse, I promise you will not go wrong with Courtney! We can not thank her enough for making our wedding perfect!

Jacqui M

11/06/2018

I cannot say enough great things about Courtney, Devon and the rest of the Palmetto Dunes staff. We did most of our wedding planning from Virginia, so most of our correspondence h...

ad to be done over email. Courtney and Devon were both very quick to respond, and always gave clear answers to any questions we had. Our beach wedding ceremony and the reception in the back room of the Dunes House was nothing short of perfect thanks to all of their help. We also received many comments that the food was by far the best wedding food some of our guests had ever had! Palmetto Dunes was wonderful to work with and they made our wedding day a dream come true.

Sara K

10/26/2018

My husband and I absolutely love Palmetto Dunes and working with Courtney Daley. We did our rehearsal dinner and welcome drinks for our October wedding at the Dunes House and we an...

d our guests had an absolutely incredible time. The venue is the closest to the beach of all the Hilton Head venues, which provided an absolutely stunning view. On top of that, the food is so good! We did a low country boil and it was a hit. Courtney is a DREAM to work with. Her communication is top notch, she is so flexible, and she genuinely shared in our excitement. For anyone looking to host an event at Palmetto Dunes, we highly recommend Courtney and The Dunes House. You cannot go wrong!!

Holly H

8/29/2018

We were blown away by the amazing service and venue at the Palmetto Dunes Oceanside Resort!! We had an amazing destination beach wedding at the Dunes House with Courtney Daley lead...

ing the in-house wedding coordinating. She helped us to plan and realize the perfect wedding that we envisioned from way far away and in less than three months! Ms. Daley is not only extremely professional, dedicated and reliable, but she has a wealth of knowledge about the industry and the area. It’s an added bonus having a real local help you plan your wedding from a far that you can really trust. She provided us with a ton of honest feedback about our vendors, hotels, condos, restaurants, and everything in between which helped us to dial in exactly what we wanted to experience on our wedding day. I do want to make a specific point to highlight the food from the Dunes House. We had multiple people mention to us unsolicited that the filet was one of the best they have had in a very long time. What a compliment coming from a demanding Chicago crowd. Without any hesitation, I highly recommend this venue and the amazing Courtney to you for your wedding!!

Casey E

8/27/2018

Our wedding day was an absolute dream! The Dunes House was a special family spot, visited on summer vacations. It was so awesome to see it transformed and turned into the perfect w...

edding venue for me and my husband! Living in NC, it was nice to know we had Courtney Daley working with us through the process - she was informative, flexible, and accommodating. We highly recommend this venue and their staff!

kelsey H

7/03/2018

Palmetto Dunes was wonderful!! So attentive, on the ball and helpful. Courtney specifically was a huge help to us from the beginning to our actual wedding day. Our beach ceremony w...

as rained out, but she was there for us and helped make the back-up location better than we had hoped for our original plan! The staff that worked our reception was wonderful as well. Ronald was so fun and so helpful as well! 10/10 recommend!

Liz S

6/29/2018

We planned of getting married on the beach at the Dunes House in Palmetto Dunes, however a storm blew in and we were forced to change the venue to their back up location which was ...

included. This location was the Centre Pavilion. It seemed the transition went well. Everything was set up and the event cordinators did a great job. My only critic, the AC was broke in the Pavilion. It was miserably hot!!!! My wedding cake started melting and being a pregnant bride I was feeling sick and miserable from the over 80 degree weather inside. They couldn’t fix the AC until that following Monday... Other than that, the vendor passes are a little goofy. You pay so much to have your wedding there and your venders have to pay to drop off cake or to come in and take your pictures.. seems silly to me and should be included to make for easy and smooth wedding day.

Jessica L

6/26/2018

Our wedding at Palmetto Dunes was the best decision we have ever made! Our family and friends stayed in Palmetto Dunes the week before our wedding and we got married on the beach, ...

reception following at the Dunes House. I had an all star lineup of vendors and Courtney was on point making sure the day ran smoothly.

Emily P

5/14/2018

My husband and I got married at The Dunes House at the Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort and we can't say enough about how great it was. The setting on the beach was exactly what we...

were looking for. Courtney was a delight to work with and she went above and beyond, helping me find a venue for our welcome reception the night before the wedding. The food was delicious and the dessert were also quite tasty. If you're looking for a romantic setting on the beach for your wedding, I'd highly recommend The Dunes House.

Erin S

7/09/2017

My husband and I are from Ohio, and we travel to Hilton Head multiple times a year, so when we got engaged on the beach (in Hilton Head of course) we knew we needed to get married ...

there as well. So we walked around and looked at a lot of the venues that were available on the island, and since we wanted a rather small wedding (around 50 guests) a lot of the venues were ruled out. We chose the Dunes house for a few reasons. The location was perfect, the size was just right (for a wedding on the beach and the reception on their deck), and their customer service was phenomenal from the start (you would be surprised how rude some people could be when you were trying to book a wedding through them). Courtney Daley was a rockstar through the entire process. We were in Hilton Head a total of three times before the wedding, and we tried to get everything we could possibly get done for the wedding during those trips. Courtney was available to meet with us to do a walk through of the venue, pick out the linens, schedule and conduct the food tasting, and complete a dress rehearsal (and every other minor detail possible) during those three trips. I even had a few questions along the way (high chair availability for the ring bearers, arbors for the ceremony, cake table location, etc) and she gave me her cell phone number so I could reach her anytime, and she always answered. I can honestly say the only time I felt stressed out was during the rehearsal dinner when one of the groomsmen didn't show up (but that wasn't the staffs fault). Courtney and the Dunes House staff helped ensure that everything flowed smoothly and perfectly, and all of our guests were floored by the beautiful decor, wonderful food, and friendliness of the staff (I'm sure the open bar helped there as well!). If we ever have any other events we need to plan, a destination to Hilton Head will definitely be a priority. Palmetto Dunes is beautiful, and the staff at the Dunes House are more than accommodating. Definitely go here for the wedding of your dreams! I know I did :)

lindsey b

6/30/2017

Courtney and Palmetto Dunes Dunes House made the wedding of our dreams possible! We are from Ohio and we're planning a destination wedding, and Courtney made it as easy and stress ...

free as possible. I would highly recommend this location for your wedding!

Lizzy F

5/23/2017

I cannot say enough about how wonderful our wedding was with Palmetto Dunes. We were supposed to get married at the Dunes House but due to weather we used Center Court as our backu...

p location. You can imagine that I was in full on panic mode when I woke up to rain but our coordinator Courtney did everything in her power to make sure everything ran smoothly. The setup was beautiful and I think it all worked out for the best. Our guests couldn't believe that it was our backup because it was so beautiful! We booked the venue 18 months out and Courtney was with us every step of the way. She was always quick to respond to questions and was always happy to accommodate any requests we had. We had quite a few dessert emergencies and she was willing to help in any way possible in order to make sure it was exactly as we wanted. I couldn't have asked for a better coordinator to work with during this process! I would 100% recommend Palmetto Dunes for a wedding location to anyone.

Tammy L

11/01/2015

My husband and I had our first vacation together on Hilton Head Island and stayed in Palmetto Dunes. We loved it so much that our venue choice was very easy when we got engaged se...

veral years later. Because we had an intimate wedding (about 35 guests), we opted to have the reception at a private home but with in-house catering by Palmetto Dunes. Our ceremony was on the beach in front of the Dunes House. We planned our wedding from NYC, and Lou Anne and Kaitlin were incredibly helpful every step of the way. Lou Anne gave tips for selecting a menu with lots of variety despite our smaller sized group, Kaitlin suggested the best spots to set up tables and unobtrusive prep areas for the staff, and they helped with a dry run the night before the wedding. Then, when our ceremony was postponed by rain, Lou Anne and Kaitlin were immediately ready to go with plan B, but helped us stay positive while waiting for the rain to stop, and got the chairs ready to go right when it did. They also helped rearrange the set up back at the house so that hors d'oeuvres and drinks were out as soon as possible. In short, they had a great attitude and were 100% prepared to handle anything the day threw at them. Also, the food was fantastic, and all of our guests raved about it (especially the jambalaya). Between the location, service, and the food, we are so thankful that we chose PD and highly recommend it!

Ali B

8/20/2015

Lou Ann was my wedding planner at Palmetto Dunes. We had our ceremony on the beach and she assured me everything was going to be perfect, and it was. We had a back up plan in case ...

it rained (thankfully it didn't). She set up all of my decorations and it turned out wonderful. I loved my experience with Palmetto Dunes.

Laura B

7/26/2015

We had our wedding on the beach and the reception on the deck of The Dunes House. It was the most perfect day of our lives! We left all of our decorations with Lou Anne the day bef...

ore, and she set everything up the day of, so we didn't have to worry about anything. When I got to The Dunes House for our wedding, everything was set up beautifully, just as I envisioned. The staff also collected our belongings after the wedding for us to pick up the next day. The food was beyond amazing, everybody raved about it, and the staff were great. Lou Anne was great to work with throughout the entire process and made our wedding run smoothly! We enjoyed every second of it!

Response from Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on 07/27/2015

We were honored to host your wedding day! Please come back and visit us soon - we'd love t...

o see you again!

Tamara G

7/09/2015

Lou Anne Takach is amazing. She made sure everything was perfect for my wedding. She set up everything and made sure it was amazing and didn't have me do anything on the day of. Sh...

e took care of everything. As far as the ceremony and reception go, everything was perfect and amazing and everything I could have dreamed of and more. The staff was amazing. We had a toes-in-sand beach wedding with the reception on the deck at The Dunes House. Everything was beautiful, the weather was perfect, the deck was decorated perfectly, everything was set up beautifully. Hands down the most amazing day of my life. All of the staff at Palmetto Dunes, especially Lou Anne, made sure that it would be. I love everybody there. You will NOT be disappointed. My wedding day was...everything. Absolutely everything. Thank you Palmetto Dunes.

Response from Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on 07/27/2015

Thanks again for choosing Palmetto Dunes! We're so happy that you were pleased with your ...

wedding day - that says everything!

Erin C

5/16/2014

We had our wedding on the beach and reception on the deck at the Dunes House. They blocked off the area for the entire day so we didn't have beach goers making it really sandy. C...

arrie Felix was who we originally worked with and she was horrible! She tried to hide costs from us and then denied it. She was manipulative and then left the facility without even notifying us 6 months before our wedding. Carrie, and whoever hired her, is the only reason for 4 stars on service. Lindsay Thompson took over and did a wonderful job cleaning up Carrie's mess. Lindsay was very responsive on all my questions. Make sure to be clear on all fees (lighting), extras, and minimums due (before or after taxes)as there was confusion depending on who we talked to. Make sure to get everything written into the contract or at least save emails. During our wedding, the staff was excellent! Paul (I think) stayed for our entire wedding and reception. He made sure everyone was taken care of and that everything went smooth. The food was amazing! Our guests raved about all of it, especially the she-crab soup and Hushpuppies. Overall I would recommend Palmetto Dunes as a location for a beach side wedding. Very beautiful location and wonderful staff.

Anonymous

9/28/2013

I am a photographer in the area and have had the opportunity to photograph a few weddings at Palmetto Dunes. The area is, of course, very beautiful. However, most importantly, I ha...

ve to commend their staff. They work so well as a team to ensure the best for the bride, family, and guests. They have weddings and events booked just about every single weekend: which speaks for itself. I have personally worked closely with Carrie, Kim, and Caitlin: each of them professional and sweet as can be. I would recommend this location any day for a bride looking into venues.

Blake C

9/18/2013

Carrie, Chris, Kim, chef and everyone at Palmetto Dunes was amazing. Carrie helped us through the planning every step of the way. Chris and Kim were on-site to make sure our even...

ts were perfect. The food was incredible...our guests couldn't stop raving about how good it was! Overall, the staff made sure that our special day went off without a hitch and rolled with any change we could throw at them. I would recommend Palmetto Dunes highly for your event.

Yolanda A

7/13/2013

Carrie & the staff at Palmetto made our wedding a wonderful experience from planning to execution. So attentive, great food & beautiful venue.

Kristin R

6/26/2013

Our wedding was literally a dream come true! The wedding coordinator, Carrie Felix, is amazing! We had a destination wedding and she made it stress free!

Mallory C

10/10/2011

Our wedding was at The Dunes House in Palmetto Dunes Ocean Resort. The catering was through Palmetto Dunes and it was phenomenal. We had our ceremony in front of The Dunes House ...

and continued up to the deck for the reception! Food and cake were kept in the air conditioned inside part that it full of windows and high ceilings.

Kathryn P

10/04/2011

My wedding day couldn't have gone better! We held our ceremony and reception at a private beach house, and the catering and event department were awesome! They did lack follow up ...

and communication for a month or in the months preceeding, but that was due to a change in director of events. We enjoyed working with Kristen on the day of, and she was very responsive to our desires. Food was excellent! Everyone was raving about how great the location, service and food was. Highly recommend a wedding a Palmetto Dunes!

Michaela H

10/01/2011

Palmetto Dunes has it all...the wonderful customer service, the amazing venue, the spanish moss, delicious food, fun places for your guests to stay...we knew the minute we visited ...

that that's where we wanted to get married!

Stacy F

6/28/2011

We had such an amazing wedding weekend. We rented the house on One Sea Lane (6bedroom 8bath) for the bride/groom, brides parents, brides brother, 4 attendants and their dates, and...

the officiant (which was a college friend). The house was the hub for the brides and grooms close friends and family, It had a great view, great pool, and was a short stroll to the beach. There we hosted a small get together bar-b-que for whoever was in town on Thursday. Friday featured a Golf Outing for the guys, and pool lounging for the girls. Friday night we hosted a rehearsal bar-b-que for all 70 guests at the private residence, which was catered by the resort. It was so much fun, and a great way for friendships to develop before the big day!! Saturday, was the big day and it was simply perfect. The weather was amazing, and everyone could not stop raving about how great the venue was. We started the ceremony at 4:30 (an hour earlier than most), as we wanted a full 5 hours to dance and celebrate with our guests, before the lights went out for the sea turtles, and before the noise restrictions took effect. The food was awesome, the open bar had everything we requested (even our specialty drink), and the service staff was exceptional. We had an amazing band (Orange Krush) and they kept everyone dancing until we had to end our party at 10pm. I would not have changed or have asked for anything more, I wish we could do it again every year!!

Crystal B

11/08/2010

Venue was amazing! Very versatile and unique. There is something for everyone!! :) Definitely had the best food and the most organized wedding planners.

Michelle M

6/29/2010

The food was excellent. All of my guests complimented the caterer. They all said it was restaurant food quality and that they have never had such good food at a wedding before. The...

bartenders and servers were very attentive to the guests needs. They were in and out of our dinner rehearsal without being noticed! It was great!

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