Girls Weekend Getaways at The Magnolia Inn

Whether you’re planning an annual girls’ trip, celebrating a birthday, hosting a book club retreat, or simply looking for a weekend away with friends, The Magnolia Inn offers a charming setting designed for connection.

Enjoy beautifully appointed guest rooms, inviting gathering spaces, thoughtful experiences, and the relaxed pace of historic downtown Clayton—all just steps from local shops, dining, and entertainment.

PLAN YOUR WEEKEND

A Weekend Worth Gathering For

Some of life’s best memories are made around a table, on a porch, or during an unhurried conversation with people you love.

At The Magnolia Inn, you’ll enjoy the charm of a historic home, beautifully appointed guest rooms, and welcoming spaces designed to bring people together.

Whether you’re reconnecting with lifelong friends, celebrating a milestone birthday, or gathering for an annual tradition, our inn offers a setting that feels personal, comfortable, and memorable.

Four women in elegant attire enjoy dinner at a wooden table, surrounded by plates, wine bottles, and glasses. The atmosphere is lively and warm.

A Weekend Worth Gathering For

Some of life’s best memories are made around a table, on a porch, or during an unhurried conversation with people you love.

At The Magnolia Inn, you’ll enjoy the charm of a historic home, beautifully appointed guest rooms, and welcoming spaces designed to bring people together.

Whether you’re reconnecting with lifelong friends, celebrating a milestone birthday, or gathering for an annual tradition, our inn offers a setting that feels personal, comfortable, and memorable.

Choose Your Experience

Every group has its own rhythm. Some want a tea weekend with pretty table settings and plenty of conversation. Some want wine, charcuterie, and a relaxed evening in. Others want a hosted activity, a creative workshop, or a retreat-style weekend with more intention.

The Magnolia Inn can help shape the experience around your group size, dates, and the kind of weekend you want to create.

Tea & Traditions Weekend

Gather around the table for an elegant private afternoon tea experience featuring traditional tea service, sweet and savory treats, and meaningful time together.

Private afternoon tea experience available for groups of 8–15 guests.

Starting at $950 per group on weekdays and $1,500 per group on weekends.

Includes:

Traditional afternoon tea service
Tea sandwiches
Fresh scones
Assorted sweets
Premium tea selection
Reserved gathering space

A glass of champagne with bubbles focuses in the foreground, set against a backdrop of soft pink and white flowers, creating an elegant and celebratory mood.

Three-tiered stand with assorted pastries, scones, and sandwiches on a white tablecloth. Accompanied by a teapot, teacups, and small jam dishes. Cozy, elegant tea setting.

Sip & Stay Weekend

Gather your friends for a relaxed weekend of conversation, local flavor, and thoughtful touches. Enjoy wine and charcuterie at The Magnolia Inn before heading downtown to explore Clayton’s shops, restaurants, and nightlife.

Starting at $89 per guest
Minimum 4 guests required

Includes:

Choice of sparkling, red, or white wine
Individual charcuterie service
One drink ticket at LaDiDa
Local recommendations from our team

Birthday Celebration Weekend

Celebrate another trip around the sun with your favorite people in a setting designed for connection and celebration.

Starting at $299 per group
Maximum 15 guests

Includes:

Birthday banner
Cupcake display
Sparkling toast (cider or sparkling wine)
Decor setup
Group photo area
Late checkout

Celebrations may be hosted on the porch, in a common gathering space, or another designated area of the inn based on availability.

Three women joyfully toast with wine glasses at a candlelit dinner. The atmosphere is warm and lively, conveying a sense of celebration and friendship.

Creative Retreat Weekend

Bring your favorite hobby and spend the weekend creating together. Whether you’re crafting, scrapbooking, knitting, journaling, or working on creative projects, The Magnolia Inn provides a comfortable space to gather and create.

Starting at $59 per guest
Minimum 6 guests required

Includes:

Dedicated crafting workspace
Coffee and tea station
Assorted pastries
Light snacks
Extended use of gathering space

Choose Your Experience

Every group has its own rhythm. Some want a tea weekend with pretty table settings and plenty of conversation. Some want wine, charcuterie, and a relaxed evening in. Others want a hosted activity, a creative workshop, or a retreat-style weekend with more intention.

The Magnolia Inn can help shape the experience around your group size, dates, and the kind of weekend you want to create.

Tea & Traditions Weekend

Gather around the table for an elegant private afternoon tea experience featuring traditional tea service, sweet and savory treats, and meaningful time together.

Private afternoon tea experience available for groups of 8–15 guests.

Starting at $950 per group on weekdays and $1,500 per group on weekends.

Includes:

Traditional afternoon tea service
Tea sandwiches
Fresh scones
Assorted sweets
Premium tea selection
Reserved gathering space

Sip & Stay Weekend

Gather your friends for a relaxed weekend of conversation, local flavor, and thoughtful touches. Enjoy wine and charcuterie at The Magnolia Inn before heading downtown to explore Clayton’s shops, restaurants, and nightlife.

Starting at $89 per guest
Minimum 4 guests required

Includes:

Choice of sparkling, red, or white wine
Individual charcuterie service
One drink ticket at LaDiDa
Local recommendations from our team

Birthday Celebration Weekend

Celebrate another trip around the sun with your favorite people in a setting designed for connection and celebration.

Starting at $299 per group
Maximum 15 guests

Includes:

Birthday banner
Cupcake display
Sparkling toast (cider or sparkling wine)
Decor setup
Group photo area
Late checkout

Celebrations may be hosted on the porch, in a common gathering space, or another designated area of the inn based on availability.

Creative Retreat Weekend

Bring your favorite hobby and spend the weekend creating together. Whether you’re crafting, scrapbooking, knitting, journaling, or working on creative projects, The Magnolia Inn provides a comfortable space to gather and create.

Starting at $59 per guest
Minimum 6 guests required

Includes:

Dedicated crafting workspace
Coffee and tea station
Assorted pastries
Light snacks
Extended use of gathering space

Reserve the Entire Inn

Make The Magnolia Inn Your Home for the Weekend

For the ultimate girls’ getaway, reserve all seven guest rooms and enjoy exclusive overnight accommodations with your closest friends and family.

Unlike a hotel, your group can gather in inviting common spaces, enjoy breakfast together each morning, and spend meaningful time connecting throughout the property.

Full Inn Buyout Benefits

Seven uniquely decorated guest rooms
Accommodates up to 14 overnight guests
Daily breakfast included
Multiple parlors and gathering spaces
Historic charm and personalized hospitality
Perfect for reunions, birthdays, retreats, and annual girls’ trips

CHECK FULL-INN AVAILABILITY

Reserve the Entire Inn

Make The Magnolia Inn Your Home for the Weekend

For the ultimate girls’ getaway, reserve all seven guest rooms and enjoy exclusive overnight accommodations with your closest friends and family.

Unlike a hotel, your group can gather in inviting common spaces, enjoy breakfast together each morning, and spend meaningful time connecting throughout the property.

Full Inn Buyout Benefits

Seven uniquely decorated guest rooms
Accommodates up to 14 overnight guests
Daily breakfast included
Multiple parlors and gathering spaces
Historic charm and personalized hospitality
Perfect for reunions, birthdays, retreats, and annual girls’ trips

CHECK FULL-INN AVAILABILITY

Enhance Your Weekend

Customize your stay with thoughtful upgrades and memorable experiences.

Mimosa Brunch

Enjoy a leisurely brunch featuring mimosas, fresh fruit, and breakfast favorites while spending one more morning together.

Welcome Wine Service

Have a bottle of red, white, or sparkling wine waiting in your room upon arrival.

Charcuterie Upgrade

Elevate your gathering with an expanded charcuterie presentation featuring artisan meats, cheeses, fruits, and accompaniments.

Fresh Floral Arrangement

Add a seasonal bouquet to your room or gathering space.

Private Afternoon Tea

Available for groups of 8–15 guests.

Starting at $950 weekdays and $1,500 weekends.

Late Checkout

Enjoy a slower morning and a little extra time together before heading home.

Local Experiences

Ask us about shopping, dining, wineries, breweries, live music, and other favorite downtown Clayton experiences.

Enhance Your Weekend

Customize your stay with thoughtful upgrades and memorable experiences.

Mimosa Brunch

Enjoy a leisurely brunch featuring mimosas, fresh fruit, and breakfast favorites while spending one more morning together.

Welcome Wine Service

Have a bottle of red, white, or sparkling wine waiting in your room upon arrival.

Charcuterie Upgrade

Elevate your gathering with an expanded charcuterie presentation featuring artisan meats, cheeses, fruits, and accompaniments.

Fresh Floral Arrangement

Add a seasonal bouquet to your room or gathering space.

Private Afternoon Tea

Available for groups of 8–15 guests.

Starting at $950 weekdays and $1,500 weekends.

Late Checkout

Enjoy a slower morning and a little extra time together before heading home.

Local Experiences

Ask us about shopping, dining, wineries, breweries, live music, and other favorite downtown Clayton experiences.

A Setting That Feels Different From a Hotel

The Magnolia Inn is not a standard hotel block or a rented event room. It is a historic inn with guest rooms, gathering spaces, and a natural sense of hospitality.

For groups planning a girls’ weekend getaway near Raleigh, the inn offers a more personal setting for time together — close enough for an easy trip, but special enough to feel like a true weekend away.

A Setting That Feels Different From a Hotel

The Magnolia Inn is not a standard hotel block or a rented event room. It is a historic inn with guest rooms, gathering spaces, and a natural sense of hospitality.

For groups planning a girls’ weekend getaway near Raleigh, the inn offers a more personal setting for time together — close enough for an easy trip, but special enough to feel like a true weekend away.