SAVANNAH, Ga. – The Whitman, Savannah’s newest destination wedding location and ultra-luxury vacation rental, offers the ideal Southern setting for a five-star vacation, elegant wedding, intimate elopement, family reunion, corporate event and much more.
This impeccably-restored Queen Anne-style Victorian mansion in Savannah’s historic district recently underwent a $2 million 
renovation and is quickly earning a reputation as one of the South’s most romantic places to say “I do.” With nearly 5,000 square feet of sumptuous interiors and 600 square feet of spacious porches, The Whitman embodies the best of Savannah, with stunning décor, a spacious courtyard and first-class service to make any wedding day perfect.
“The Whitman is the perfect setting for a Savannah wedding or elopement, with all the charm, style and elegance that make Georgia’s First City such a great wedding destination,” said Steve Buckner, owner of The Whitman. “Our goal was to restore this incredible property to its former splendor and to create a first-class place to tie the knot in Savannah.”
Available by the week or by the night, this ultra-luxury vacation rental features five distinctive bedrooms and 4.5 baths in the main house, plus a cozy one-bedroom, one-bath coach house.
The Whitman also offers premier concierge services to ensure every guest expectation is met. Professional services include private chefs for elegant meals, city tours, golf tee times, personal shopping, charter fishing, day spa services, hunting reservations and more. Full-service on-site catering, from courtyard barbecues to Sunday brunches, is also available upon request.
The Whitman is the perfect place to host a group and their special event such as weddings, elopements, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, group get-togethers, corporate events, family reunions and much more. Chef Bob Vardzel, the premier in-house chef at The Whitman and a renowned master culinary artist with more than 35 years of experience in the hospitality industry, works one-on-one with hosts to create the perfect dining experience that distinguishes The Whitman.
Overlooking Forsyth Park’s emerald canopy of live oak trees draped in Spanish moss, The Whitman’s spacious porches offer guests picturesque views of the iconic fountain at Forsyth Park, as well as the Fragrant Garden and park’s signature band shell. This stunning mansion is located just steps from some of Savannah’s finest restaurants, boutiques, nightlife, museums and city landmarks.
“We have truly raised the bar for luxury vacation rentals in Savannah,” said Buckner. “For discriminating travelers, The Whitman 
offers the pinnacle of privacy, comfort and service.”
Originally built in 1895, The Whitman served as the site of numerous parties and special events around the turn of the century and was once the toast of Savannah. The owners of The Whitman spared no expense when renovating this architectural treasure.
The property’s first-class restoration earned a coveted Historic Savannah Foundation Preservation Award for excellence in preservation. Today, this stunning private sanctuary is available for discriminating guests to enjoy. This upscale property is managed in partnership with Lucky Savannah Vacation Rentals.
To reserve a luxury stay or host an elegant wedding or elopement at The Whitman, please visit www.thewhitmansavannah.com. To download high-res images of The Whitman, please click here.
ABOUT THE WHITMAN:
The Whitman in Savannah, Georgia provides the ultimate setting for a wedding or a five-star Savannah vacation, girlfriend getaway or romantic escape. One of the South’s most elegant historic mansions, The Whitman offers an ideal blend of Southern charm, Victorian opulence and modern convenience. Overlooking scenic Forsyth Park in the heart of Savannah’s Victorian District, this Queen Anne-style Victorian mansion features breathtaking views, picturesque porches and exquisite 19th-century architectural details. For more information, please visit www.thewhitmansavannah.com.
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