Venue  |  Events  |  Planning

The School House is an all-inclusive premier wedding + event venue in Travelers Rest, South Carolina.

Venue  |  Events  |  Planning

our offerings

Your One-Stop-Shop

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All-Inclusive Package

Enjoy the convenience of booking everything at once with our expert in-house team!

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Venue ONLY OPTION

The School House Venue rental and full suite of amenities.

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À La Carte Services

Additional options available to enhance your wedding day experience.

Venue Only Package

Your venue rental includes not only a beautiful, thoughtfully designed space but also our in-house wedding day coordination. This means you’ll have a dedicated coordinator by your side to handle the details, manage vendors, and keep the day running seamlessly — so you and your family can focus on celebrating while we take care of the rest.

Venue Only Investment →

Saturday: $5,900
Friday/Sunday: $5,400
Mon-Thurs: $4,900
Reception Only: $5,400
*Seasonal Discount: -$1,000 (January/February/July)

*HOLIDAY PRICING WILL APPLY*

The All-Inclusive

Our All-Inclusive Package is the perfect fit for couples who want to simplify the planning process without sacrificing style or personalization. Building on everything included in our Venue-Only Package, it also features in-house catering, florals, curated soft seating and tabletop décor, and complete setup and breakdown — all beautifully coordinated and executed by our team. With every detail handled under one roof, you can enjoy a beautifully cohesive celebration and a stress-free planning process from start to finish.

All-Inclusive Investment →

Saturday: $14,900
Friday/Sunday: $14,400
Mon-Thurs: $13,900
Reception Only: $14,400
*Seasonal Discount: -$1,000
(January/February/July)

*HOLIDAY PRICING WILL APPLY*

Included Amenities

Everything You Need

 

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DAY OF COORDINATOR

A dedicated in-house wedding day coordinator to oversee every detail — so you can skip hiring an outside coordinator and simply show up ready to celebrate.

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9A TO 11P VENUE RENTAL

14 hours of exclusive venue access to get ready, set up, celebrate, and soak in every moment of your wedding day.

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CEREMONY + RECEPTION FURNITURE

Ceremony seating for up to 150 guests, plus a standard reception floor plan featuring farmhouse tables and x-back chairs for a welcoming, open-seating celebration.

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CHOICE OF FIVE CATERING PARTNERS

Choose from five trusted catering partners — Southern Way, Chef 360, Table 301, Lawson’s Fork, and Laurenda’s — each known for exceptional quality, creativity, and hospitality.

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1-HOUR ON-SITE REHEARSAL WALK THROUGH

Rehearse in the same space where you’ll say “I do” for a smooth, stress-free wedding day. *Based on venue availability.

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AMPLE ON SITE PARKING + ACCESSIBILITY

Parking for up to 100 vehicles on property, with handicapped parking and accessible entrances to accommodate all of your guests comfortably.

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PRIVATE BRIDAL AND GROOM'S SUITES

Spacious private bridal and groom suites for getting ready, celebrating with your wedding party, and keeping belongings secure on the big day.

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USE OF VENUE STUDIO SPACE FOR 2-HOUR PHOTO SESSION

Use of our venue studio space for a 2-hour photo session, perfect for your engagement or bridal portraits. Available based on venue availability.

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INDOOR OR OUTDOOR BAR

Choose from two mobile indoor bars or our stationary outdoor bar, creating the perfect beverage setup for your celebration.

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FULLY COVERED PORCH

Complete with string lights and ceiling fans, our outdoor space offers an intimate and comfortable ambiance for your celebration.

and so much more…

Vintage Furniture

The Borrowed Branch Collection

Your School House Venue rental includes the following complimentary furniture:

  • 150 antique mix-matched wooden chairs for upstairs use
  • 150 x-back wooden chairs for downstairs use
  • 15 farmhouse tables
  • 3 wooden bistro high top cocktail tables
  • 3 antique dressers
  • 3 catering tables + 3 black linens (two 8ft tables + one 6ft table)

Explore more rental options and detailed pricing on The Borrowed Branch website.

 

À La Carte Services

  • + Pre-Wedding All Day Access (8 hour rental period) | $1,000
  • + Pre-Wedding Half Day Access (4 hour rental period) | $500
  • + Live Ceremony-to-Reception Flip | $1,000+
  • + Borrowed Branch Vintage Furniture Rentals | Inquire with The Borrowed Branch Team
  • + Chairs needed for ceremony or reception exceeding 150. *Based on availability. 
  • + Full Service Planning + Design | $4,900
  • + Set Up + Breakdown | $600
  • + Sparkler Send Off | $150+
  • + Fireworks Send Off | $400
  • + Confetti Pop at Bell Ring | $150
  • + Glow Reception | $200

*Pricing is subject to change until your contract is signed and your date is officially secured.

our preferred

Vendors Collection

Approved Catering Partners

Southern Way

Chef 360

Table 301

Lawson’s Fork

Laurenda’s

Design + Coordination

Farah Redmon Events

RSVP Wedding Coordination

Royal Street Event Co

Manifest Event Co

Yours Truly Events

Lighthouse Events

Bakery

Eggs, Butter, and Flowers

Baking Sweet Scents

Buttercream Bakehouse

The Bakery Off Augusta

Kathy & Company

Alcohol

Bearded Bartenders

Last Call Bartending

Southern Libations

Southern Way

DJ

Kalu Records + Entertainment

Uptown Entertainment

AudioGrafs

Professional Party Entertainment

Jumping Jukebox

Bands

Threshold Party Band

The Brooks Dixon Band

The Fortunate Sons

Steel Toe Stiletto

Transportation & Shuttle

East Side Transportation

The Perfect Getaway

Drapery + Rentals

Professional Party Rentals

Crisp Event Rentals

Berbank Events

Optrics Limited

Vintage Rentals

Invitations & Cards

Le Bella Designs

Paisley & Paper

Wedding Artists

The Art of Megs

Diana Doodles

Meredith Piper

SJ Design

Florists

Statice Event Design

Rachel Deneroy Designs

Philo Floral

Laurel Creek Florals

Calligraphy & Signage

Lumber & Lace Co

Photography & Videography

Beauty Services

Beauty by Ten Oh Eight, Alison Adams

The Vow Hair + Makeup, Julie Rubio

Coffee + Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Little Leaf

Synergy Coffee

Additional Vendors

Castillo Mobile Cigar Lounge

Upstate Alpha-Lit

Firepit Nights

The Boutique Bounce House

Jump for Joy Bounce House

Upstate Photo Booth

Kreative Sitters

Giant Yard Games

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