8 Romantic Date Ideas in South Carolina’s Olde English District
Looking for romantic things to do in South Carolina? Find the best date night in South Carolina’s Olde English District, where there are seven counties filled with romantic restaurants, cozy cottages and inns and small-town charm. Making memories together and making your loved ones feel special is what keeps love alive. That’s why we have compiled a list of romantic date ideas in the Olde English District for your next romantic getaway.
1. Snuggle Up on a Horse Drawn Carriage
Make date night feel like a fairytale on a dreamy horse-drawn carriage ride. Dream Carriage & Special Events in Chester County offers rides for weddings, anniversaries, special events and every other romantic occasion.
2. Escape to a Cozy B&B
Four Oaks Inn is an 1860s bed and breakfast just a few miles outside downtown Camden. Enjoy the serene setting of quiet, tree-lined streets, the two-acre grounds and a full sit-down breakfast in the mornings. In the summer, the refreshing outdoor pool is perfect for unwinding after a day of travel. The Inn also features several nooks throughout, making the coziest corners to enjoy a glass of wine and good conversation.
3. Sample Wines at Broad & Vine
Wine enthusiasts will enjoy a date night snacking on a gorgeous charcuterie board and sipping a variety of red and white wines in Camden. Broad & Vine’s automated wine system houses more than 30 wines from around the world for you to taste. The bar also serves champagne — perfect for celebrating even the simplest occasions — rosé and craft beer.
4. Unwind at Jubilee Farms
A weekend at Jubilee Farms in Chester County is full of restoration and relaxation. Spend the night inside one of the four buildings on the farm for a calming getaway amidst a gorgeous setting. All cottages are easily accessible to the farm’s “Enchanted Trail,” which leads to optional seating, romantic lighting and a working fireplace.
5. Enjoy an Immersive Dining Experience in Rock Hill
A meal at Kounter in downtown Rock Hill is a one-of-a-kind experience, perfect for sharing with a loved one. Menu items are made using fresh ingredients and are creatively presented. Start the night with craft cocktails such as Rose Colored Glasses — a smoky and sweet mezcal beverage — or a couple of Pear Martinis. Dig into one of the many shareables like the Smoking Tuna Poke, order a few entrees and end the night with something sweet.
6. Grab Coffee and Stroll the Greenway
Nature and a cup of coffee — it’s the simple things that make life special. When in Lancaster, stop by Daily Grind Coffee Bar for fresh coffee, a delicious specialty drink and maybe a pastry or two (or three). Once you have your coffee, hop in the car for a short drive to the Lindsay Pettus Greenway. Sip your beverages, admire local art that dots the trail and enjoy good conversation while strolling the two-mile greenway surrounded by natural beauty.
7. Dine with a View at Mill Pond Steakhouse
Enjoy a nice meal with a scenic view when you dine at Mill Pond Steakhouse in Kershaw County. Order a delicious steak or other classic dishes with a glass of red wine and observe the wildlife along the pond.
8. Movie and Ice Cream in Pageland
Catching a movie or grabbing an ice cream cone is a classic date night choice. And in Pageland, you can have both at The Ball Theatre, which is right next door to Polly’s Coffee & Ice Cream Shoppe. Catch a $5 movie at a vintage theatre for a kitschy and nostalgic experience. Then head next door for a scoop of ice cream featuring over 30 rotating flavors, or explore their menu and order a banana split, sundae, slice of cheesecake or another sweet treat.
