Frequently Asked Questions

  • The Retreat offers scratch made cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, local ingredients, waterfront dining on Lake Wateree, dock access for boaters, private events, catering, warm hospitality. Whether you’re joining us for a sunset dinner, Sunday brunch, or a special celebration, we’re committed to making every guest’s experience one to remember.

  • 83 Doe Run Lane Ridgeway SC 29130

    We’re located on the beautiful Lake Wateree in Ridgeway SC, just seconds from Colonel Creek Landing (public boat landing) We’re approximately 20 minutes from Camden, 40 minutes from Columbia, and about 1 hour 15 minutes from Charlotte, NC making us the perfect destination for waterfront dining, date nights, and weekend getaways.

  • Reservations are recommended, especially for weekends and Sunday brunch. Walk ins are always welcome based on availability.

  • Yes. Enjoy outdoor dining overlooking beautiful Lake Wateree. Outdoor seating is available seasonally and weather permitting.

  • Yes! The Retreat welcome guests arriving by boat! We have 16 dock slips for restaurant guests, making it easy to enjoy lunch, brunch, or dinner on Lake Wateree by boat.

  • Yes! The Retreat offers pickup, drop off, and select on site catering for weddings, corporate events, holiday parties, family gatherings, and other special occasions. Customized menus and beverage service are also available depending on your event.

  • Absolutely! The Retreat hosts rehearsal dinners, weddings, receptions, bridal and baby showers, birthdays, business dinners, holiday parties, and other special celebrations. From intimate gatherings to full restaurant buyouts, our team can help create an event tailored to your occasion.

  • Yes! The Retreat gift cards are available for purchase in the restaurant or online and make a great gift for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, thank yous, or simply treating someone to a meal on Lake Wateree

  • The Retreat serves scratch made southern cuisine featuring seasonal ingredients, fresh seafood, steaks, signature dishes and handcrafted cocktails.

  • Yes. Join us on Sundays from 10am-2pm for our Sunday Brunch Buffet overlooking Lake Wateree.

  • Absolutely! Families are a big part of The Retreat. We offer a children’s menu for our younger guests and love watching so many of them grow up around our tables over the years. Whether you’re joining us for Saturday lunch, Sunday Brunch, or dinner or Lake Wateree , kids and families are always welcome!

  • Yes! The Retreat hosts weddings, rehearsal dinners, receptions, bridal showers, and other wedding celebrations on Lake Wateree. We offer customized menus, beverage options and several event possibilities depending on the size and style of your celebration.