Press Room

A little history, a few ghost stories, and an unforgettable evening in Charleston! 👻

Thank you to everyone who joined us at @circa1886 for Spirits of the Lowcountry! From the haunting tales of storyteller Tim Lowry to a thoughtfully crafted four-course dinner, it was a wonderful evening celebrating the stories, flavors, and traditions that make the Lowcountry so special.

A special thank you to Tim Lowry and the entire Circa 1886 team for bringing this spirited evening to life!

Love experiences like this? There`s always something special on the horizon at Circa 1886. Explore our upcoming events and join us for another memorable evening.

✨ Discover what`s coming by clicking the link in our bio

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A FEW SEATS HAVE BEEN ADDED for Spirits of the Lowcountry next Thursday, October 29. Call 843-853-7828 to reserve! 👻

Join us at @circa1886 for an evening where Charleston’s past comes to life through storytelling and food. Longtime friend and professional storyteller Tim Lowry will draw from the haunting and lyrical tales of The Doctor to the Dead by Charleston Renaissance author John Bennett, sharing stories shaped by African and Gullah Geechee traditions and passed down through generations.
The evening unfolds over a four-course dinner by Chef Marc Collins, from Butternut Squash with cornbread, chèvre, and yellow curry glaze to Bone-In Short Rib and Banana Bread Pudding with butter pecan ice cream.

Thursday, October 29 | 6:30 & 7:00 pm seatings

$135 per person, plus tax and gratuity ...

We are proud to share that @wentworthmansionsc has been named the No. 6 Best Boutique Hotel in the country in Newsweek’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!

Selected by Newsweek’s editors and voted on by readers, this national recognition celebrates boutique hotels distinguished by their exceptional quality and individual character. For nearly 140 years, Wentworth Mansion has been part of Charleston’s architectural and cultural story. Today, its historic beauty, intimate atmosphere, and thoughtful hospitality continue to create memorable experiences for travelers from around the world. We’re especially proud of the dedicated team who brings this remarkable property to life each day. Their genuine care and attention to detail are at the heart of what makes Wentworth Mansion so special. Congratulations to our Wentworth Mansion family and to all of this year’s honorees!

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We’re thrilled to share that both @wentworthmansionsc and @johnrutledgehouseinn have been recognized in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards among the Top Hotels in Charleston:

✨ Wentworth Mansion® — #5
✨ John Rutledge House Inn® — #7

What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that it comes from the readers and travelers who have experienced these special places for themselves.

To our guests who voted, thank you for choosing us, returning to us, and allowing our historic homes to become part of your Charleston memories. And to our remarkable teams, thank you for the warmth, care, and genuine hospitality you bring to every stay.

We’re incredibly proud to see two members of the Charming Inns family celebrated among Charleston’s best. ❤️

#CharmingInns #WentworthMansion #JohnRutledgeHouseInn #CondeNastTraveler #ReadersChoiceAwards #HistoricHotelsofAmerica #SelectRegistry ...

Every stay has a story, and we`re honored that @johnrutledgehouseinn has been recognized for sharing Charleston`s so beautifully.

We`re proud to announce that John Rutledge House Inn® has been named a finalist for the 2026 Select Registry Craft Lodging Awards in the Stay for the Story Award category. This award celebrates properties that create memorable experiences by connecting guests with the unique character, history, and culture of the places they call home.

To our incredible team, thank you for the care, warmth, and hospitality you bring to every guest who walks through our doors. And thank you to Select Registry for this meaningful recognition.

Congratulations to all of this year`s finalists. We look forward to celebrating together when the winners are announced on November 10.

#JohnRutledgeHouseInn #CharmingInns #SelectRegistry #CraftLodging #HistoricHotelsOfAmerica ...

Looking for the ultimate Charleston date night? 💕

We’re honored to see @circa1886 highlighted by @cntraveler as one of the best date night spots in the city! Tucked away in the historic carriage house at @wentworthmansion, our intimate dining rooms, seasonal tasting menus, and curated wine pairings offer the perfect backdrop for a memorable evening together. 🌿🍷

Planning a special night out? Read the full feature at the link in our bio! ...

🎉 We are excited to announce the addition of Executive Pastry Chef Perla Anguiano to @circa1886!

Perla brings more than a decade of pastry experience to Circa 1886, most recently serving as Executive Pastry Chef of Restaurants at Sun Valley Resort in Idaho. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu’s Baking & Pastry Arts program in San Francisco, her pastry style blends classical French technique with seasonal ingredients and influences from her Hispanic heritage.

Working alongside @chefmarccollins, Perla will bring her creativity and thoughtful approach to the Circa 1886 pastry program, crafting desserts designed to be a memorable part of the dining experience.

Please join us in giving her a warm welcome!🧁

#pastrychef #circa1886 #wentworthmansion #finedining ...

🎉 We`re honored to share that Wentworth Mansion® has been nominated for Best Boutique Hotel in the @10best Readers` Choice Awards!

This recognition is especially meaningful as it celebrates the experiences our guests have shared with us over the years. From the warm welcome at the front door to enjoying sunset on the cupola, every stay is made possible by our incredible team and the wonderful guests who continue to choose Wentworth Mansion®.

If Wentworth Mansion® haspart of a memorable Charleston getaway, we would be truly grateful for your support. You can vote once per day through August 3.

🗳️ Voting link in bio.

Thank you for your continued support, and congratulations to all of the outstanding boutique hotels nominated this year!

#WentworthMansion #CharlestonSC #USAToday10Best #BoutiqueHotel #LuxuryTravel #ExploreCharleston ...

🎉We are proud to celebrate Wentworth Mansion being recognized once again among the Best Hotels in Charleston in the @travelandleisure World`s Best Awards.

This honor reflects the passion of our dedicated team members, the trust of our guests who return year after year, and the remarkable hospitality community that makes Charleston one of the world`s most celebrated destinations.

Thank you to our guests, our team, and everyone who voted. We are grateful for your support and proud to represent Charleston alongside so many outstanding hotels and hospitality professionals. 🥂

#TravelAndLeisure #Hospitality #LuxuryTravel #CharlestonSC #BoutiqueHotels #TravelAwards ...

There is something special about seeing Charleston through fresh eyes.

Thank you, Dave Lee and @feastio_, for sharing such a thoughtful account of your first visit to Charleston, Wentworth Mansion®, and Circa 1886 Restaurant. We loved reliving your journey through the city and are grateful that our team could be part of the memories you created along the way.

From quiet moments in Charleston`s Grandest Mansion to an evening at Circa 1886, your story beautifully captures the history, hospitality, and sense of place that make these experiences so meaningful.

Thank you again for the wonderful feature. ❤️

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#ExploreCharleston #HistoricHotelsOfAmerica #SmallLuxuryHotelsOfTheWorld #WentworthMansion #Circa1886 #CharlestonSC #LuxuryTravel #FoodieTravel ...

The Celebration of Chef Marc Collins`s 25-year anniversary continues! 🎉

This week, Chef Collins joined Palmetto Life to reflect on his 25-year journey at Circa 1886 Restaurant, the changes he`s witnessed in Charleston`s culinary scene, and what has kept him inspired over the past quarter century.
Since joining Circa 1886 in 2001, Chef Collins has helped transform the restaurant into one of Charleston`s most celebrated dining destinations while mentoring generations of hospitality professionals and contributing to the city`s nationally recognized food scene. His commitment to creativity, craftsmanship, and genuine hospitality continues to inspire the Circa 1886 team and guests.

Congratulations, Chef, on this extraordinary milestone. We are honored to celebrate your remarkable career and grateful for all you continue to bring to Charming Inns, Circa 1886, and Charleston! 🥂

Click the link in our bio to watch the video. ...

Great restaurants are shaped not only by exceptional food, but by the stories, people, and traditions behind every experience.

Through The Dish, Circa 1886`s monthly newsletter, readers enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the restaurant, receive advance notice of upcoming special events, and get to know the talented team members who continue to define one of Charleston`s most celebrated dining destinations.

June`s edition is dedicated to @chefmarccollins and his remarkable 25 years at the helm of @circa1886, along with the special menu items and celebrations created in honor of this milestone.

If you enjoy Charleston`s hospitality and culinary culture, we invite you to subscribe and follow along!

Links to the latest edition and newsletter signup can be found in our bio.

#FineDining #Circa1886 #ChefMarcCollins #LowcountryDining ...

At Charming Inns, we believe guests remember stays not because of a room, but because of how they felt.

The concierge who shared a favorite hidden garden. The innkeeper who welcomed you back by name. The glass of wine after a long day of travel. The quiet moment in a courtyard as Charleston settled into evening.

Those are the moments our teams create every day, and they are the moments reflected in guest reviews.

That`s why we`re especially proud to share that Wentworth Mansion, John Rutledge House Inn, Kings Courtyard Inn, and Fulton Lane Inn have all been recognized among Tripadvisor`s Top 10% of Hotels Worldwide for 2026.

For us, this recognition reflects the people behind the experience and the guests who have trusted us to be part of their Charleston story.

To our teams, thank you for the care, thoughtfulness, and hospitality you bring to every stay. And to our guests, thank you for the kind words, the memories shared, and the privilege of welcoming you to Charleston.🥂

#TripadvisorTravelersChoice #CharlestonSC #BoutiqueHotels #Hospitality ...

🎉 We are incredibly honored to share that @wentworthmansionsc has been included in Condé Nast Traveler’s inaugural Triple Crown collection—a distinction reserved for hotels that have earned all three of the publication’s highest honors: the Hot List, Gold List, and Readers’ Choice Awards.

For a historic independent hotel with just twenty-one guestrooms in Charleston, this recognition feels especially meaningful. More than anything, it reflects the remarkable team whose warmth, care, and thoughtful hospitality make guests feel welcomed like family.

To the guests who have trusted Wentworth Mansion® with anniversaries, proposals, celebrations, weekends away, and life’s meaningful moments—thank you. We are deeply grateful to share in so many memories and honored to stand among this extraordinary collection of hotels from around the world. 🍾

#HistoricHotelsOfAmerica #SmallLuxuryHotels #Charleston #CondeNastTraveler #BoutiqueHotel ...

What does hospitality feel like inside a home built in 1763?

Settle in with a glass of sweet tea and listen as our Marketing Director, Stacey Bodnar, joins the Grandma’s Silver podcast to explore John Rutledge House Inn®, the rituals of Charleston hospitality, why piazzas still matter, and how historic spaces shape the way we slow down, gather, and feel at home. 🍍

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#JohnRutledgeHouseInn #CharlestonSC #SouthernHospitality #HistoricHotels #HistoricCharleston #BoutiqueHotel #ExploreCharleston ...

🎉 We are proud to share that @johnrutledgehouseinn has been named Best Bed & Breakfast in the 2026 @chascitypaper Best of the Best Awards!

This recognition is a testament to the incredible team at John Rutledge House Inn, whose dedication to gracious hospitality, thoughtful service, and preserving the history of one of Charleston’s most iconic homes continues to create unforgettable guest experiences.

In a city known for exceptional hospitality, being recognized by the Charleston community makes this honor especially meaningful.
Congratulations to the entire team, and thank you to everyone who voted and continues to support Charleston’s locally owned hospitality community! 🍾

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