Open Gates Bed & Breakfast

Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $5,000

Packages

Prices start at $2,500

Guest capacity

Up to 200 seated guests


About this venue

Open Gates is nestled back in a quiet part of town off of historical Vernon Square just one block from the waterfront where the docks are lined with shrimp boats. The Inn is surrounded by centuries-old live oaks and picturesque magnolia trees. The grounds offer a delightful respite from every day worries. The swing on the front porch is a great spot to enjoy the quiet of nature and listen to the memorial fountain in Vernon Square.


Our event spaces

Bed & Breakfast

Historical home for a great small gathering

The house boast a large downstairs living room, library and dinning room.

Guest capacity

Up to 40 Seated

Up to 38 Standing

Square footage

4,000

Ideal for

Wedding shower, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Room cost

$500.00

Outdoor garden lawn space

Our beautifully landscaped grounds make the perfect backdrop for your occasion.

Open Gates is available to host everything from your wedding to your reception. We also do bridal and baby showers, luncheons, business meetings as well as any other event you might be having. We have wedding packages available to suit your every need. Whether it be an elopement or a lavish event with 100 guests. Our beautifully landscaped grounds make the perfect backdrop for your occasion. Please contact us to set up a visit to view our venue and small town.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Square footage

10,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Luxurious and chic, Elopement

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

The home has five rooms and bathrooms. Our beautiful grounds make for a true southern charm garden wedding and provide an intimate setting.The property is adorned with live oaks, and magnolia trees that make a great back ground for a ceremony and reception.

Room cost

$5000.00

Bed & Breakfast

Historical home for a great small gathering

The house boast a large downstairs living room, library and dinning room.

Guest capacity

Up to 40 Seated

Up to 38 Standing

Square footage

4,000

Ideal for

Wedding shower, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Room cost

$500.00

Outdoor garden lawn space

Our beautifully landscaped grounds make the perfect backdrop for your occasion.

Open Gates is available to host everything from your wedding to your reception. We also do bridal and baby showers, luncheons, business meetings as well as any other event you might be having. We have wedding packages available to suit your every need. Whether it be an elopement or a lavish event with 100 guests. Our beautifully landscaped grounds make the perfect backdrop for your occasion. Please contact us to set up a visit to view our venue and small town.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Square footage

10,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, Luxurious and chic, Elopement

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

The home has five rooms and bathrooms. Our beautiful grounds make for a true southern charm garden wedding and provide an intimate setting.The property is adorned with live oaks, and magnolia trees that make a great back ground for a ceremony and reception.

Room cost

$5000.00


Open Gates Bed & Breakfast packages

Elopement Package

10 guests

Peak pricing $2,500

Description

Cake ( serves up to 8 ) Ceremony set up in the garden Use of the library and living room for 1 hour after the ceremony ** No more than 10 people for this package

What’s included
  • Cake
  • Ceremony set up in the garden
  • Use of the library and living room

GARDEN WEDDING PACKAGE

Peak pricing $5,000

Description

Starting at $5000 (taxes & gratuity not included) All 5 rooms at Bed & Breakfast for 2 nights (sleeps up to 10) full breakfast included each morning. Set up & take down of the event. Coordinating with vendors Additional services available for an extra fee

What’s included
  • Set up & take down of the event.
  • Coordinating with vendors
  • All 5 rooms at Bed & Breakfast for two nights

Available services that can be provided by Open Gates Bed & Breakfast

Services & amenities

  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • On-site accommodations
  • Set up
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free

Rentals

  • Chiavari Chairs
  • Linens
  • Standard Chairs

Accommodations

  • Bedroom suites
  • Honeymoon suite
  • Room blocks offered
  • Single king rooms
  • Single queen rooms

Reviews

Write a review
Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

23 reviews

  • JH

    Jeff Hogg

    Rating: 5
    Google
    Aug 9, 2026

  • MM

    Melissa Miller

    Rating: 5
    Google
    Aug 5, 2026

    Amazing location for any kind of event. My sons wedding was just beautiful. There owners are also wonderful people to work with. Love this place!!

  • SC

    sunshine cass

    Rating: 5
    Google
    Jul 8, 2026

    Finally a true Bed and BREAKFAST !!! I was lucky enough to make a last minute reservation within an hour of arriving. To be honest , my husband and I were little worried as we were driving thru the little town with all the run down / abandoned homes. Thank goodness we did not let that sway our decision because we would have missed the best hidden GEM ! This bed and breakfast is decorated so beautifully and to hear the owners stories about some of the pieces in their B&B, has quite the adventure for them . We stayed in the Magnolia room and the bed is soft and comfy. My husband said it was his best sleep ever ! There is a ceiling fan which is always a plus. The one unique thing about this bedroom is the bathroom is located across the hallway. It is a big bathroom and only dedicated to the Magnolia room. Plenty of beautiful windows surrounding the room. The owners Zach and Carrie are just delightful very down to earth and take pride in their bed and breakfast. Zach is also the chef ! I love bed and breakfasts , but I have had more just serve a mediocre breakfast. Not here , finally ... a TRUE Chef's breakfast !!!! 😋 it was so good , that we wished we weren't only staying for one day , just so we could have more of Zach's creations !! i am so glad we did not let the abandoned homes in the area scare us away or we would have missed out. I looked up why there are so many abandoned homes and it actually has history to it! The location of this bed and breakfast is perfect.The town has a very safe, quiet , and relaxed feel ! We walked to dinner which was only a few blocks away into the little town. We can't wait to come back and stay longer !!!

  • EB

    Erica B

    Rating: 5
    Google
    Jun 29, 2026

    An absolutely dreamy b&b. The host is so kind, communicative, and laid back. He gave us so much helpful info on the town. The breakfast was perfect. We were in town for a work trip and enjoyed a peaceful evening to read and enjoy the historic room. Hopefully we will get to come back one day!

  • EG

    Emily Griffin

    Rating: 5
    Google
    Jun 22, 2026

    We spent 2 nights and hosted a bridal shower at Open Gates and had the most wonderful time! We hosted a bridal shower with 30 people in attendance. There was plenty of room inside for all the festivities. Open Gates provided a splendid menu of small bites that Waterfront Wines and Gourmet paired with some wines. The food was not your typical shower food— it was interesting and delicious and well thought out and I’m a tough food critic! As far as our stay, the house is tastefully furnished and decorated. We felt so special while still feeling like we were at home. The breakfast was great. The beds were so soft. The rooms were very clean. Zack and Carrie are such gracious host! It’s in a perfect location and several shops and restaurants are within walking distance. We highly recommend Open Gates for your stay in Darien and your microevents!


Yes
$5000 is the venue fee. This includes the property for 2 days, 5 rooms and grounds for reception.
$5000
The cost of the venue is $5,000