We already have a toaster and stand mixer, so if you'd like to give a us a gift, consider cash or perhaps a donation to the following charities: https://wffoundation.org - We've both been involved in this industry for some time and we've seen the good the organization has done. https://www.friendsofhuntingisland.org - We've been active contributors to this charity for six years, annually jumping in the ocean on New Year's Day, for the benefit of the sea turtles.
Downtown Beaufort has all the historical charm you could wish for. There's a number of charming hotels and B&Bs. It's about a half hour drive from the wedding venue.
Expect warm days and cool evenings. It'll be humid, buggy and generally swamp like. Prepare for weather of all sorts, or even a hurricane.