Charming Inns of Charleston

06/24/2026

Thank you, Dave Lee and Feastio, for your thoughtful article about your recent visit to Wentworth Mansion and Circa 1886 Restaurant! Your piece beautifully captures what makes Wentworth Mansion® Circa 1886 so special: a sense of history, genuine hospitality, and meaningful experiences that linger long after a visit ends. We are grateful to have been part of Dave and Kel's first visit the 'Holy City'! ❤

Discover what it's like staying at Wentworth Mansion in Charleston, a historic luxury hotel known for its elegant rooms, rooftop views, and Southern hospitality.

06/23/2026

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 here to watch the video: https://bit.ly/4uWvxUR

06/11/2026

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 Executive Chef Marc Collins and his remarkable 25 years at the helm of Circa 1886, 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 the comments.

06/10/2026

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.🥂

06/02/2026

We are incredibly honored to share that Wentworth Mansion 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. 🍾

06/01/2026

Twenty-five years in a kitchen is about far more than recipes. 🎉

It is trust built over time. Quiet mentorship. Late nights, evolving menus, countless celebrations, and the privilege of creating meaningful moments around the table.

This month, we are honored to celebrate Executive Chef Marc Collins’ 25th anniversary at Circa 1886 Restaurant.

Since joining Circa 1886 in 2001, Chef Collins has helped shape not only the menu, but the very experience of dining here. His thoughtful approach to seasonal ingredients, commitment to hospitality, and enduring creativity have guided the restaurant through a quarter century of Charleston’s evolving culinary story.

Throughout June, we invite you to join us in celebrating Chef Collins’ remarkable milestone with these special anniversary offerings:

✨ The Marc Collins Cocktail
A signature twist on the classic Tom Collins featuring Jimmy Red Bourbon Whiskey from High Wire Distilling Co.

✨ The Return of a Guest Favorite
The beloved Southern Grilled Cheese returns with pimento cheese mousse, grilled brioche, Surryano ham, caviar, and cured yolk.

✨ Anniversary Giveaway
Every June diner will be entered to win one of two unforgettable experiences:

• A one-night stay at Wentworth Mansion® with dinner at Circa 1886 Restaurant
• A private in-home dinner for six prepared by Chef Marc Collins (for local residents)

Most importantly, we invite you to raise a glass to a chef whose passion, mentorship, and creativity have left a lasting mark on so many guests, colleagues, and friends.

Here’s to 25 extraordinary years, Chef. 🍷

Reserve your table: https://bit.ly/4uLvsnl

05/28/2026

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

Recently, our Marketing Director, Stacey Bodnar, joined the Grandma’s Silver podcast to explore the rhythms of hospitality at John Rutledge House Inn®—from lingering on the piazza with sweet tea in hand to the quiet rituals that make a historic stay feel deeply personal.

The conversation explores why Charleston’s historic homes still matter, how spaces shape the way we slow down and gather, and what it means to feel welcomed not simply as a guest, but as though you belong. Settle in with a glass of sweet tea (or wine) and have a listen.

Link in the comments.

05/22/2026

Today, Charleston opens itself once again to 17 days of music, movement, storytelling, and the shared experience of gathering together through art—Spoleto!

At the opening ceremony, CEO Mena Mark Hanna reflected on a moment during the American Revolution when George Washington, facing mounting desertions and the possible collapse of the republic, chose to stage a play. Because even then, he understood something deeply human: people cannot hold together on logistics alone. We need shared imagination.

“Freedom of expression is not what free societies produce,” Hanna said. “It is what makes free societies possible.”

As the curtains rise across the ‘Holy City’, we are grateful to be part of a community where art continues to gather people from different walks of life into conversation, wonder, and connection.

Welcome to Spoleto season in Charleston! 🎭

05/18/2026

We are proud to share that John Rutledge House Inn has been named Best Bed & Breakfast in the 2026 Charleston City Paper 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! 🍾

See the full list in the comments.

05/15/2026

We’ve always believed that the best stories are shared over a great glass of wine. 🍷

We are so honored that Circa 1886 Restaurant has been named a finalist for Best Wine Selection in the Charleston City Paper 2026 Best of Charleston awards!

To celebrate, we’re inviting you to experience the "Best of" for yourself with a special update to our early dining menu. ✨

Starting today, join us at 5:00, 5:15, or 5:30 pm and enjoy a three-course experience for $80 from our celebrated à la carte menu. Of course, we suggest adding the wine pairings! 🍷

Click here to book your table: https://bit.ly/4fjxuqo
Click here to see the full list of winners: https://bit.ly/4tDuM2E