Butterfield 1929

Butterfield 1929 offers organisers and groups exclusive use of a historic estate beside the Savannah River in Allendale, South Carolina. The property is suited to private group stays, alumni gatherings and off-site business retreats, with a distinctive rural setting for time together away from the usual meeting environment.

The main lodge, known as the HomePlace, dates from 1929 and has been updated with modern comforts. Guests can also use additional on-site accommodation, including the FarmHouse and more rustic cabins. The estate welcomes groups for multi-day stays, with meals, staff attention and activities included in the experience. The team can work with organisers on menus, dining schedules and a programme shaped around the group's interests.

There is plenty to build into a group itinerary, from fishing, birdwatching, hiking and cycling to horseback riding, painting and nature photography. The grounds include trails, waterways, ponds and a stretch of riverbank, offering space for outdoor exploration as well as relaxed conversation and shared meals.

For a gathering that does not require an overnight stay, the CookShed is available for daytime or evening catered occasions. Its outdoor kitchen can support anything from appetisers to a multi-course meal, with catering and other arrangements quoted separately. Formal meeting facilities are available nearby at the former South Carolina Welcome Center, while the plantation itself provides a private, nature-rich base for retreats and group experiences. Organisers can contact the team to discuss the format, accommodation and activities that suit their guests.