I love checking out a cool distillery in any city I visit but this spot is special. I'm not a fan…read moreof drinking spirits straight up but since visiting this spot, I never thought I would ever sip on such smooth liquor like this liquor they produce here. From the bourbon, tequila, vodka, etc. No harsh burn on my throat, great flavors, great sippers. Having a flight option to include any spirit is a great option to choose on their menu. Their cocktails are also quite delicious as well. Friendly Bartender, Amazing Parking, Great Atmosphere, Just a cool spot in general.

My Valentine's Day surprise was a hit: Liquor tasting and chocolate pairing at The Striped Pig…read moreDistillery. The event popped up in January and I booked immediately, wanting to have a pocket Valentine's Day surprise. We arrived at our appointed time of 2pm, last available, and the gravel parking lot had plenty of spaces for us. I bet at night it can get packed, they have a local-bar vibe. We went in and followed the signs to the back. There is table seating as well as bar seating, and a nice dark wood funky vibe. Classic rock was playing not too loudly, and it seemed like they were running a staff meeting in the back so we couldn't do a tour. No problem, maybe next time. Our bartender welcomed us and offered table or bar seating, and of course we chose bar. There were several beer taps in the wall, with interesting-sounding names and descriptions that will have to be further explored at a future visit. We were here first and foremost for the tasting and pairing. Our guy gave us the list of the pairings, which was opposite order from the order they were served which was opposite the direction they were intended to be consumed. I enjoyed the chaos and we started with the house gin, featuring lavender and doing an incredibly herbaceous dance with the floral white chocolate. Nice pairing. Hubby is not a gin drinker and found it very floral and astringent. I bought a bottle. The next was the house spiced rum with a pineapple chocolate that was far superior to any Captain or Admiral. Spicy and smooth, a lovely slow sipping rum, or mix it up in a tiki drink or daiquiri. We picked up a bottle. Next, the bourbon. Hubs was not thrilled with their bourbon. He found it had a very acetone hit and while it was not objectionable, it would not be his choice. He is a bourbon connoisseur. I am not. I don't care for bourbon, but this was far smoother, less woody than expected. The dark chocolate would match with anything, really. Last, the rye whiskey. If I like anything less than bourbon, it's rye. But this one was surpringly drinkable, and I could see myself drinking it again. Hubby again picked up that acetone note that put him off the bourbon too. I don't know enough to define it. But tastes vary. We had fun and he wants to do more like this, so that's a W for the event, thanks for making it a fun Valentine's Day surprise! They sold me two bottles and I really like that gin so that's their W. The rest is for consideration. Gotta give em the full 5 stars. Keep your nose to the grindstone, Piggies, you've got a good thing going!

We headed to Firefly Distillery for the Taste of New England and I was so impressed by the entire…read moreexperience. The distillery itself is absolutely gorgeous, with a rustic and charming feel, plenty of parking, and a layout that makes it the perfect place to host an event. Even though all the vendors and some food trucks were unable to make it because of the snow, I still had the chance to enjoy a delicious lobster roll and creamy lobster mac and cheese that were incredible. The flavored moonshine was a real highlight and so much fun to try, and the strawberry lemonade was perfectly refreshing. I loved the cute little photo opp signs and all the fun swag. The staff was friendly and welcoming, making the whole visit a warm and enjoyable experience. Scotty C, this would be the perfect spot to host a Yelp event or any special gathering for that matter! I am already planning to come back for a tour next time. The distillery itself is just stunning and there is so much to explore. Everything from the beautiful setting to the delicious drinks and food, to the friendly staff, makes Firefly Distillery a must-visit destination.

Very disappointed. Firefly Distillery advertised a Mother's Day event from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm. This…read morewas verified again the night before the event, when I put in the address for the next day. My mother and I showed up at 12:15 pm for a fun, intentional afternoon out only to discover the gates closed and a plethora of cars coming in and turning around (like we did). I went online and there was no update, no indication as they why they apparently cancelled the event. It had simply disappeared from the page. I had been looking forward to learning more about the distillery but now I will never plan on an event at this location again, and honestly, not interested in wasting time coming for any other reason. Have the professionalism to at least update the event cancellation information. In the short time we were there, at least 20 cars came in and turned around. This had real impact on people.

The Flower Cottage did our Rehearsal Dinner flower arrangements and they were absolutely gorgeous!…read moreThey arrived and set up when they said they would and we were so so pleased. Truly extraordinary! Thank you Peggy and Whitney and we will definitely use you for any future events! May the Lord bless your business one hundred fold for all that you are doing! Gratefully, Natalie Raney

Very pleased with the arrangement that they made for my daughter's 26th birthday. I called from dc…read moreand didn't know what the cost. I asked for a deluxe bouquet in a monochromatic color scheme with hydrangea and roses and some greenery. They nailed it! So pretty. Daughter very happy!

It may be tricky to find, but it's worth the adventure!…read more Once you arrive at the Starlight Inn, park navigate to the lobby. The lobby is like walking into a Wes Anderson movie set or a Palm Springs Slim Aarons party. Cross through the lobby to the back staircase. Go upstairs and you'll step back in time into the Burgundy Lounge. They have plentiful seating at the bar, standalone tables, and booths. There are spaces for both large and smaller parties. Keep in mind, this venue is an intimate spot with talented regulars for karaoke every Friday night. Drinks are very strong and you can purchase from a variety of chips. They welcome outside eats that are more hearty if that's your appetite. Remember to tip your bartenders as they bring such a fun event and experience to the Rivers Ave area.

The atmosphere is on point. You can feel the history here. Red exudes from the walls and transforms…read moreyour soul. It can get very crowded during special events but the servers do their best to keep up with the throngs of people. The old fashioned was nice. The drinks are average priced for the type of joint this place is.

At a first glance The Schoolhouse appears to be an unassuming business space with rented out…read moreoffices. Once within you see it's not just local vendors but a healing space featuring wellness studios, esthetician services, and meeting places where folks gather for events from yoga to presentations. There's a water refill station inside and a great restroom with sinks available indoor and out of the actual restroom. I noticed some meeting places as well with transparent walls good for community gatherings. Some notable places I've seen are The Sanctuary, DandiLion wax studio, and the Charleston Wellness Studio. Upon reading another Yelp review I loved they offer a venue space as well which would be great for showers or weddings perhaps! Something to look into. Another wonderful addition to the Schoolhouse is the picturesque garden next door. Enjoyed the flowers and greenery before embarking on my next task. Very peaceful space.

The Schoolhouse is a fairly new event center, I believe it has been about a year? More or less,…read morecould be wrong. At any rate, we were looking for a spot to hold our mom's 70th birthday surprise party. We were struggling with finding availability on a Saturday afternoon - church reception halls were booked, other venues were booked, and then other venues just wanted to charge too much for a birthday party (charging us Charleston wedding prices!!). The Schoolhouse actually did not come up in our search, but was recommended to my sister. My sister immediately contacted the Schoolhouse to check availability. They have a couple different rooms that are rentable, depending on size. We didn't need anything too big, so we were able to rent out the Music Room. Small room good for 30-40 people. They supply the chairs/tables with the rental. On the day of, Heather was there to meet us, and gave me her number in case we had any questions. I will say, the only issue was that there was another group that had a function going on in the next room and they had come in and taken one of our tables. So we had to take it back! Not a big issue, since Heather took charge, but it just seems like people don't understand that multiple events can go on. That is the biggest issue that I see with this space, is that people don't understand that multiple events can go on. Obviously, if you are the one renting it, then you know it, but your guests do not. So as we were setting up, we had the doors open so that we could bring stuff in from the cars. Well there were some random people that just walked into and through our room. Do you not see us setting up? Then eventually two people came in and were on the floor giving massages (what in the world??) - not sure if they were tenants or from the other party. Again, do you not see us setting up? We told them we had this space reserved, and they were willing to leave. Then I guess the party next door did not bring enough supplies, coming in and asking us for cups. No, we bought these for our party. I wouldn't say this is a fault to the event center, but a fault to guests/other people renting, to give other people common courtesy. We did end up closing all doors once we got everything inside from all of the cars, and had no other issues. My only suggestion would be to maybe have signs in place by the rental facility showing that "this room is privately reserved today, please do not enter". During the actual party with the room filled, it did get very warm. It was at least a cool night so that we opened the door to the outside to let cool air in. I'm not sure if we knew how to adjust the temperature or if we could adjust it, but that was our means of just letting the building be and letting cool air in. Also, there is ample parking in front and in back of the building. So your guests do not have to worry about having to park and walk or to pay for parking. Overall, I would definitely recommend this space for a party - reasonably priced, with a great setup on how much space you actually need.

I've been co-working here for years now and it works great for me. I live in Park Circle and work…read morefrom home but sometimes it's nice to get into an office setting. I have the most basic package which offers me communal space at one of the many tables throughout the building, fast wifi and power outlets, and the Venture X community which means networking as well as lunch and learns or happy hours. The kitchens offer free coffee and tea plus they have snacks for sale and you can store your own lunch in the fridge. The also have free snacks on certain days like a bagel bar, pizza day, and other stuff like that. For being a member, you also get discounts at local businesses as well. I find that I'm more productive at Venture X than when I'm at home which is a good excuse to even spend half the day there instead of being in my home office or on the couch all day.

I loved it! Definitely a 10/10. The space was perfect for what my team and I needed. One of the…read morestaff members, Anais, was so helpful and kind. We will definitely be using them again!

Loved Loved this place! How cool it has been restored into its former glory. Check in was so easy…read moreand simple. Rooms were clean and decor was perfect. Loved the walk in shower vs. tub. Can't wait to come back to Charleston to stay here. Great value!

Had a great stay here! Wish the cottages were available when we booked cuz we definitely would have…read morestayed there to have more space for our extended stay but 2 queens worked for our needs. Staff was super friendly and responsive. There are several amazing businesses in walking distance: Herbert's Vintage for matcha/coffee, Rebel Taqueria, and King BBQ. Spot has an amazing bar/lounge connected that has the BEST staff. Neighborhood is still up and coming but this place is a gem!

Little hole in the wall type of place. No dress code. Went…read moreSaturday night,$10 entry, ordered a few things and everything I had was food, definitely will be back. If you want a cool hang out to chill this is the place !!

It was amazing !! Loved the experience, from the drinks being well made to the Hooka hitting !! DJ…read morestayed jumping !