Ashtabula is currently open by appointment. Call 864.207.0705 to schedule a tour

Woodburn is currently open by appointment. Call 864.207.0705 to schedule a tour

The grounds of the Woodburn (c.1830) and Ashtabula (c.1825) Historic Houses in Pendleton provide the perfect venue for a personalized outdoor wedding in a lush setting with a historic flair.  Each house has a large open lawn to accommodate tents and tables as well as large open piazzas, with adequate parking available on the grounds and/or entry roads.

Each house has a small catering kitchen, outside electrical outlets to accommodate caterers, a sound system, and a dressing area for the bridal party. Due to the age and value of the furnishings, the interiors are not available for rental, but can be used as backgrounds for bridal portraits. Self-guided tours with a docent present to answer questions are provided during the reception, allowing guests to enjoy the interiors of the house.

Ashtabula

Ashtabula is a charming two-story clapboard house (c.1825) situated on ten acres of open ground and located approximately three miles east of Pendleton on SC Highway 88. The house has a very wide first-floor wrap-around piazza on its west and south sides and is best suited for small weddings with less than 100 guests. Weddings for more than 100 guests are referred to Woodburn. It has a lovely patio area in back of the house and an herb garden on the side for a reception as well as on the front piazza.  

Directions to Ashtabula: 2725 Old Greenville Hwy (SC88), Central, SC 29630

From I-85, take exit 19B (US76). Turn onto US 76 N towards Clemson and Pendleton. Continue for approximately 8 miles to the intersection with Bus. SC 28 (Mechanic St.) and continue on Mechanic St. for approximately one mile to the Pendleton town square. At the traffic light on the town square, turn right onto SC 88 (E. Queen St.) and follow signs for SC 88 (Greenville St.) and Ashtabula. The gate to Ashtabula will be on the left approximately 3 miles from town square.

Woodburn

Woodburn is a graceful four-story clapboard plantation house (c.1830) conveniently located on twelve acres of land just off of US76, across from the Tri County Technical College campus and just nine miles north of I-85 (Exit 19B). Woodburn is located only four miles from the main entrance to Clemson University and is a 35 minute commute from the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport.

1. The front steps of the plantation house.
2. The front of the Victorian carriage house, with clear views through to the forest.
3. The beautiful back lawn.

Many brides choose to have the ceremony in front of the carriage house before moving to the front lawn of the plantation house for the reception. Guests are invited to tour through the House Museum during the reception. Woodburn's picturesque grounds can accommodate up to 400 guests without difficulty. The house has two wrap-around piazzas on the west side and a single piazza on the east side - both of which are well-lit. The main piazza provides a beautiful setting for a wedding reception buffet, with guests seated at tables on the main lawn.

Directions to Woodburn: 130 History Lane, Pendleton, SC 29670

From I-85, take exit 19B (US76). Turn onto US 76 N towards Clemson and Pendleton. Continue for approximately 9 miles to the traffic light at Woodburn Rd. The campus of Tri-County Technical College will be on the right. Turn left at this intersection, and look for the sign for Woodburn at the corner after turning across US76. The large sign marks the entrance to History Lane. Turn right onto History Lane and continue to the end where the gate of Woodburn is located.