The Charleston Literary Escape Book Retreat

Hosted by the Book Cellar
About this Event

Pack your bags and join us for an unforgettable getaway to Charleston, South Carolina! 🌴📚🥂

Our 2027 Retreat will be a chance to relax, recharge, connect, and experience the charm and history of Charleston together.

Our Stay: The historic Francis Marion Hotel, located in the heart of downtown Charleston on King Street.

Expect:
• Meaningful conversations and connections
• Delicious Charleston dining
• Fun group activities and excursions
• Time to explore, shop, and unwind
• Plenty of laughter and memorable moments

Whether you’re coming for the fellowship, the experiences, or simply a well-deserved getaway, we’d love to have you join us!

Interested in attending? Let us know so you can be among the first to receive retreat dates, pricing, itinerary details, and registration information.

📍 Charleston, SC
📅 2027
🏨 Francis Marion Hotel

Charleston is calling… will you be joining us? 💕

Thursday June 3

🕑: 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Arrive and Unwind

Info: Welcome to Charleston!

Check in at the Francis Marion Hotel, settle into your room, unpack, and get comfortable.

We've intentionally left Thursday open so you can arrive without feeling rushed. Spend the day relaxing with your current read, exploring Charleston, enjoying a great meal, or simply unwinding at the hotel.

Arrive. Exhale. Unwind. Your retreat begins here.

Friday June 4

🕑: 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Arrival
🕑: 07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Relax & Connect (Evening Reception)

Info: Friday, June 4 | Relax & Connect

Enjoy the day your way! Read, relax, shop, explore Charleston, or spend time getting to know your fellow retreat guests.

Evening | Welcome Reception

It's time to officially kick off our retreat!

Join us for a special Welcome Reception where you'll meet your fellow readers, mingle, enjoy great conversation, and get ready for the weekend ahead.

Expect bookish fun, giveaways, and a few surprises along the way!

Saturday June 5

🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Pages & Palettes

Info: Saturday, June 5 |

Saturday is our signature retreat day—a celebration of books, creativity, friendship, and Southern charm.

Breakfast

Start your morning with breakfast and conversation with your fellow book lovers.

Book Club Discussion

It's time to talk books! We'll gather for an engaging discussion of our official retreat selection—included with your registration. Come ready to share your thoughts, favorite moments, questions, and takeaways.

Afternoon | Southern Belle Tea Party

Bring your Southern charm!

Dress for the occasion and join us for an elegant Southern Belle Tea Party featuring tea, treats, conversation, photos, and special surprises.

Think beautiful dresses, florals, pearls, hats, fascinators—and plenty of photo-worthy moments!

Sunday June 6

🕑: 07:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Until the Next Chapter

Info: Enjoy your final morning in Charleston before checking out of the Francis Marion Hotel.

Pack your books, exchange hugs and contact information with your new book friends, and head home with memories from a weekend designed especially for readers.

We hope you leave feeling rested, refreshed, connected, and inspired.