Private Events

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Host Your Private Event With Us

From intimate celebrations to full restaurant buyouts, The Retreat offers a beautiful lakefront setting for weddings, rehearsal dinners, showers, birthdays, corporate gatherings, holiday parties, and more. Our team can help with the menu, beverage service, setup and details so you can enjoy the occasion.

Patio Room Events


Our Patio Room offers an intimate setting for bridal and baby showers, birthdays, graduations, business luncheons or dinners, and family celebrations.

  • Capacity: Up to 28 guests

  • Minimum Applies

  • Availability: Based on date, time, and menu selection

Need more space…?

Book the Entire Lakefront Restaurant for Your Private Event

Make your next celebration unforgettable by reserving our entire lakeside restaurant, The Retreat Lake Wateree Dining for your private event. Whether you're planning a wedding, graduation, birthday, rehearsal dinner, shower, or holiday party we provide the perfect backdrop, inside and out.

Enjoy exclusive use of our stunning indoor and outdoor spaces, personalized service, and a stress free planning experience. Let us handle every detail while you relax and celebrate with your guests.

  • Full Restaurant Buyouts Available

  • Beautiful Lakefront Views

  • Flexible Menu Options

  • Customizable Setup for Any Occasion

Every event is different, and our team can help customize the experience to fit your celebration. Depending on your event, options may include customized menus, hors d’oeuvres, buffet, or plated service, non-alcoholic beverage service, full bar service, bartending and select off site catering.

Popular event dates book quickly. Contact Heather now to check availability and start planning your event.

Email: hello@eatattheretreat.com

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We’re a small team focused on daily operations and providing the best experience for our guests. Please allow 72 hours for a response to private event inquiries. We appreciate your patience and look forward to helping you plan something special! -The Retreat Team

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