Meetings at The Dunlin

Gather on the River

Inspire connection and reset along the river. Situated along Kiawah River’s 20 miles of waterfront just outside of Charleston, The Dunlin is a coastal retreat where nature, design and Southern sensibility converge. An intentional and dedicated events campus at the resort’s Riverbarns offers a collection of indoor and outdoor venues ideal for corporate retreats, leadership summits, incentive trips and other client events. A premier riverfront location that immerses guests in nature, our event spaces along with our dedicated events team ensure flawless execution for programs of all sizes and scale.

20 miles from Charleston
30 miles / 45 minutes drive from Charleston International Airport CHS
74 Accommodations comprised of Guest Rooms, Suites & Bungalows
525 reception capacity at largest indoor venue
Curated local experiences and group activities to enhance every agenda

Buyouts at The Dunlin

Reserve our entire riverfront destination and create an immersive experience that is fully customized. Our resort buyouts are ideal for multi-day meetings, retreats and private activations, providing you with complete exclusivity, highly personalized service and access to all accommodations, venues and amenities across our campus.

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Our Venues

The Shippon

The most generous space at The Dunlin has a lofty feel and a wall of windows that can remain open to bring the outside in. Connected to a glade of grass with sweeping views across the waterfront, this ample space can host the biggest of events but still be customized to feel cozy for smaller gatherings.

5,583 Square Feet
Max Capacity: 525

Lime House

Featuring a lofty feel similar to that of The Shippon, Lime House has an expansive wall of windows that imparts an airy sensibility. Sitting close to the water with a grassy meadow outside the door, replete with cozy fireplace lounge, we love this space for luncheons, meetings, and group gatherings – it ideally transitions from day to night.

2,575 Square Feet
Max Capacity: 236

River Cottage

Prep for the big event in The Cottage, a flexible space that can comfortably accommodate about 15 people. With a relaxed and spacious lounge and a sunny outdoor porch, this homey expanse will enable the bride to get ready with leisure, enjoying the signature hospitality of The Dunlin.

435 Square Feet
Max Capacity: 15

The Riverbank

Shaded by giant live oak trees and lush seasonal blooms, the main event lawn hosts stunning outdoor weddings and social gatherings. Framed by The Shippon and Lime House, it is a verdant green with excellent views across the marsh – spanning 5,428 feet, this is a spacious place to gather many.

5,428 Square Feet

Yarrow Field

Whether for weddings or social gatherings, Yarrow Field is a picturesque setting to gather outdoors. Framed by towering live oak trees and swaying cordgrass, this outdoor venue has sweeping views that create an inherent sense of grandeur.

7,000 Square Feet

Room Name	Square Feet	Dimensions	Ceiling Height	Reception	Rounds of 8	Rounds of 10	Crescent of 6	U-Shape	Theater	Classroom	Hollow Square
The Shippon	5,583	104 x 52	30	525	240	300	180	68	400	150	80
Lime House	2,575	44 x 56	19	236	128	160	96	40	200	64	48
River Cottage	435	-	-	15	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
The Riverbank	5,428	50 x 90	-	-	304	380	-	-	-	-	-
Yarrow Field	7,000	60 x 120	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

Room Name	Square Feet	Dimensions	Ceiling Height	Reception	Rounds of 8	Rounds of 10	Crescent of 6	U-Shape	Theater	Classroom	Hollow Square
The Shippon	5,583	104 x 52	30	525	240	300	180	68	400	150	80
Lime House	2,575	44 x 56	19	236	128	160	96	40	200	64	48
River Cottage	435	-	-	15	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
The Riverbank	5,428	50 x 90	-	-	304	380	-	-	-	-	-
Yarrow Field	7,000	60 x 120	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-