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    Enjoy Southern Tea Service in Georgetown

    Sit down to a three-course Southern tea at Hopsewee Plantation

    4.5 stars• 674 reviews

    Duration

    1 Hour 15 Minutes

    Includes

    3-course tea, English teas

    Highlights

    Enjoy an elegant, English-style tea with a Southern twist at the River Oak Cottage Tea Room at Hopsewee Plantation. Choose a three-course tea service or order from the full Lowcountry lunch menu on the Santee River waterfront.

    • Enjoy a three-course Southern tea with savories, scones, and sweets
    • Sample over a dozen varieties of English teas
    • Taste Hopsewee Blend House Tea blended exclusively for Hopsewee Plantation
    • Order Lowcountry lunch favorites like Shrimp 'n Grits, soup, and sandwiches
    • Dine on the waterfront with al fresco seating when available
    • Arrive 10 minutes early to check in at 494 Hopsewee Road, Georgetown

    What's Included

    • Tea service (adult or child, as booked)
    • Tax
    • Gratuity

    Things to know

    Reservations are encouraged as space is limited. Mosquitoes are present in this natural setting, and seating may be outside on the porch depending on weather.

    Cancellation Policy

    Activity takes place rain or shine. In the rare situation where the seller is forced to cancel the event, tickets will be refunded.

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    FAQs

    Wear comfortable shoes and skip high heels (they can damage the hardwood floors and may sink into the lawn). Mosquitoes are present in this natural setting, so bring insect repellent if you’re sensitive.

    If you’re pairing this with a tour or class, book your tea room seating for 15 minutes after your tour ends. If you plan to eat before your tour or class, allow 1 hour for your meal.

    Reserve in advance when you can. Space is limited, and large groups sometimes book the tea room.

    Experience provided by Hopsewee Plantation

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    River Oak Cottage Teahouse

    Admission included

    Tucked into the quiet streets of Georgetown, South Carolina, River Oak Cottage Teahouse invites you to slow down and savor the moment. The scent of loose-leaf blends drifts through cozy rooms furnished with mismatched china and soft natural light. River Oak Cottage Teahouse pairs carefully sourced teas with house-made sweets in a setting that feels genuinely unhurried. It is the kind of place where an afternoon disappears pleasantly.

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    Tea Service

    $40.66

    Enjoy our Southern Tea with Savories, Scones and Sweets - Tax and Gratuity Included

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    Child Tea Service (11 years old and under)

    $27.82

    Kid friendly tea service with tea sandwiches, scones and sweets -- Tax and Gratuity Included

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    Reserve a table for up to 10 people for ordering off the menu. Please call for more than 10 people

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    Review summary

    4.5
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    Visitors consistently praise the knowledgeable and engaging tour guides here, with several mentioning Yancy and Fancy by name for their storytelling abilities, historical insights, and genuine approach to sharing the property's complete history. The house tour itself impresses with its architectural details, particularly the intricate woodwork, and reviewers appreciate the honest presentation of the plantation's past, including the difficult realities of those who were enslaved there. The museum adds depth with its collection of artifacts that bring the history to life. Beyond the tours, the on-site tea room earns enthusiastic recommendations for its delicious food, beautiful river views, and charming Southern hospitality. Several guests mention returning specifically for the tea experience. The grounds sit on a scenic bluff overlooking the North Santee River, adding natural beauty to the historical experience. This seems to be a place that takes its educational mission seriously while creating a welcoming atmosphere, making it particularly valuable for those seeking a more complete and truthful understanding of Southern plantation history.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 3
    5/5

    Really good home tour of a plantation house. There is also a tea room that has a semiformal tea service or you can order lunch. So much to do year round.

    Photo of Jeff Vaughan

    Jeff Vaughan

    September 2, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Really good home tour of a plantation house. There is also a tea room that has a semiformal tea service or you can order lunch. So much to do year round.

    Photo of Jeff Vaughan

    Jeff Vaughan

    September 2, 2026

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