Yes, we handle weddings, reunions and conferences. You name it and we have the facility for it. From a small dinner for two with a romantic weekend away to large gatherings like a Santee South Carolina reunion for your family, a business conference, and weddings or renewal of vows ceremonies -- this is the place best able to make it happen.

We’re fully knowledgeable in the art of entertaining so we will handle all the details of your Santee South Carolina reunion or other group event for you. We are the ultimate destination for many wanting a facility where they can hold a group event. We’re an ideal location when you have guests coming from out of town since they can stay at our Inn and get all of their meals right here in our restaurant without having to leave the grounds. Talk about Southern hospitality! It doesn’t get any easier than that!

But there’s lots to do in the area too. When you hold your Santee South Carolina reunion at Clark’s Restaurant & Inn you’ll be close by plenty of activities to keep everyone occupied. From some of the best fishing in the area at Lake Marion to a day spent hiking at Santee State Park, we’ll have the sports-minded guests kept busy. If shopping is what you love be sure to spend time in the nearby town of Elloree after you’ve visited the Santee Outlet stores. And don’t miss our very own Gifts & Things at our restaurant. But for those who don’t want to go anywhere or do anything, a day spent at the spa or by our pool is just what you're looking for and we have that too.

If you're spending New Year's Eve in the area of Santee, South Carolina and you're looking for Santee motels just come by Clarks Inn and Restaurant where you'll have all your needs fulfilled without ever leaving the grounds. Of all the Santee motels you'll find, we offer delicious meals as well as an Inn with all the comforts of home plus a whole lot more.

With the new year rapidly approaching it's time to reflect on the year past and make resolutions for the new year ahead. With the new year comes hope and promises of things to come — another chance, another year full of opportunities. Let the new year 2012 be the year you make a positive difference in the world around you.

Be safe this New Year's Eve. If you're out celebrating in the area here are some events taking place nearby that you might want to check out. The City of Columbia Parks and Rec. Dept. is holding the WOW 2012 New Year's Eve Winter Carnival from 4-9 p.m. in Finlay Park. This event offers free admission and has rides and games, food vendors, karaoke, entertainment and lots of family fun.

From 7:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. is the 2012 Famously Hot New Year in Columbia, SC on Main Street from Hampton to Taylor Streets. Featuring George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Josh Roberts and The Hinges Pinna, a midnight fireworks celebration, many food and drink vendors and a live telecast.
 

Those of us at Clarks Inn and Restaurant would like to wish you and yours a Very Merry Christmas this year. If you’re looking for restaurants in Santee SC be sure to check us out. We not only have a menu full of delicious food you’re sure to enjoy but we offer comfortable accommodations with all the amenities you need to make your holiday complete as well. Of all the restaurants in Santee SC you’ll be pleased you chose to dine with us this holiday season.

The magical words we hear this time of year — Merry Christmas to You and Yours! We begin saying them just after the Thanksgiving holiday. It is believed that an English admiral first used the term "Merry Christmas" in an informal letter, way back in 1699. Merry means pleasant and we are happy to wish all a pleasant Christmas during the happy celebrations. What better way than to give our family and friends a reminder of these wishes.

Christmas is the most widely celebrated festival in celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ and is the season for giving. It is the time to spend with family and friends, for sparkling lights and brightly decorated gifts. Christmas is for love and sharing gifts and cards has become a sort of universal way to communicate joy and good wishes. Let us freely express the love and best wishes this festive season to all of those around us.
 

There just isn’t any other day that compares to your wedding day, especially if you are the bride. Your wedding day is the day you have been dreaming about all of your life and so you want it to be the most unforgettable experience ever. Holding your Santee South Carolina wedding ceremony and reception at Clarks Inn and Restaurant will help you to fulfill those dreams without sending you to the poor house in the process. Make the most of this special occasion and delight your guests at your Santee South Carolina wedding.

Our inn is the most perfect setting to prepare yourself for your ceremony. Whether it is just the two of you or a 100 of your closest friends and family, we have plenty of room for everyone attending your Santee South Carolina wedding.

Holiday weddings are exceptionally romantic and our inn and restaurant are ideal settings for them. No matter how many people you invite or how limited your budget might be, you can afford a Santee South Carolina wedding when you have it here. Your wedding will have that special feeling that makes it memorable for everyone in attendance.

Your guests will be comfortable staying in our inn and right where the post-wedding activities take place, too. There are plenty of things to do in the area for you to enjoy with your guests before and after the ceremony. Not only can a wedding here be less expensive, but it really is a dream come true for so very many.
 

Warm Southern hospitality and outstanding service is what you will receive when you spend your Thanksgiving at Clark's Inn and Restaurant, a popular Lake Marion SC resort. With an assortment  of accommodations to choose from we’re sure to have something just right for you and your family. Besides our waterfront condo at Lake Marion SC resort, the Santee hotel guest rooms are located in the Britain Street Building, the Bradford Building, the Old Santee Building or the Club Building. The varied styles of guest rooms include double/double guest rooms, king size deluxe rooms, two-room suites, and luxury suites with full kitchens. Amenities include a fully equipped fitness center, outdoor garden pool and wireless Internet. Exclusive golf and fishing packages are available year-round.

While you’re here take advantage of the following seasonal events.

From Nov. 11 until Dec. 1 come take in the Mayors Festival of Wreaths. Orangeburg Fine Arts Center, Elizabeth Thomas (803) 536-4074

Nov. 21 - Jan. 1 Enjoy the Lighting of the Children's Garden Christmas and Kid's Walk at Edisto Memorial Gardens, Orangeburg. Thousands of lights including still and animated displays for children of all ages. Orangeburg Parks & Rec. Dept., (803) 563-6020

Swan Lake Fantasy of Lights is on display all of December 2011. The gardens come to life nightly in a twinkling holiday wonderland with over 1 million lights. Swan Lake Iris Gardens, West Liberty Street (US 763), Sumter. Dusk until 9 p.m. nightly. Free admission. (803) 436-2640

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Clark’s Inn and Restaurant.
 

Coming to South Carolina to do some Santee Fishing in Lake Marion and Lake Moultrie means you know where the big fish are! These lakes are where crappie, largemouth, striper and monster catfish are hunted by anglers in the know. But there is plenty of Santee Fishing for everyone since Lake Marion covers 110,000 acres while Lake Moultrie encompasses  60,400 acres.

These lakes were created when the Santee River and the Cooper River were dammed in the 1940s. As little as 20 years later the lakes had already gained a reputation as a crappie fishing hot spot. Since then it’s become a haven for trophy Crappie, or "papermouths", as they are commonly referred to. But don't be surprised if you reel in a monster catfish. These range from five pounders up to 50 pounds.

Crappies like to hang out in and around underwater structure. If you are not familiar with the Santee Fishing in Cooper lakes, consider using a fish finder to reveal underwater structure. The lakes are fairly dense with underwater structures. It only takes a short run by boat to find productive water.

Although crappie can be caught year round, the most productive season runs from early March to mid-December. Crappies have their comfort zone and they try to stick to it while staying around underwater structures. This means they move deeper as the temperature falls and then move closer to shore as spring approaches.

As the weather warms, crappie start getting ready for spawning. They spawn in structure in the shallow water, depositing eggs in structure for the safety of the eggs and the subsequent minnows. After depositing the eggs they will move back into slightly deeper water. Once they begin spawning, the best place to fish is where permanent grass might be found.

When you’re done fishing for the day and want a good place to hang up your gear, have some dinner and then relax in front of the television set, come to Clark’s Restaurant and Inn where you’ll love our Southern hospitality as well as our good Southern home cooking!
 

If you’re planning to be in the Santee, SC, area and are looking for Hotels in Santee to make your reservations with you owe it to yourself to check out Clark’s Restaurant & Inn right in the heart of Santee. We were established in 1946 so we’re not only a landmark, we’re also the oldest restaurant in the Santee area. A truly exceptional dining experience, we offer our guests three beautifully furnished dining rooms including working fireplaces and a cozy atmosphere! After a long day of golf, fishing or traveling, it is hard to resist a cocktail in our English-style Pub, followed by a delicious southern meal! You won’t find that in any other Hotels in Santee.

The accommodations we have available in our Lake Marion resort are the Bradford Double, King Deluxe, Old Santee Double, and Old Santee Suite. Hotels in Santee can’t compare to our guest rooms that are uniquely furnished with your comfort in mind.

Designed for longer stays, our Luxury Suites provide a home-away-from-home feeling. Featuring full kitchens coupled with beautiful furnishings, we are here to pamper you with Southern hospitality. All suites with full kitchens have either 1 or 2 bedrooms available.

While here you can enjoy a round of championship golf at Santee National a half mile away. Or rent a boat for exploring near by Lake Marion, SC or perhaps hire a guide to help you catch "the big one". Charlotte's Room (located in Clark's Restaurant), the Santee Outlet Mall, and antiquing in nearby historic Elloree offer plenty of shopping opportunities. The local town of Santee has many activities so you won’t be at a lack for things to do here.

As one of our guests recently said:

"Dear Clarks, Last August I began planning my parents' 50th anniversary celebration at your beautiful restaurant. From the first telephone conversation months in advance to the time we [left] on Sunday, I have nothing but the highest praise for your employees. Everyone was most professional and accommodating while helping with the planning and preparations for our family. And the staff did everything possible to make sure all of our guests and my parents enjoyed the party to the fullest! They went beyond the call of duty and did a lot more than I ever expected. We cannot thank your staff enough or sing your praises enough for the experience we had for my parents! Thank you all."

You can experience outstanding Santee golf accommodations at Clark's Restaurant, Inn & Suites. We can offer you the most unique golf resort accommodations in Santee. There are three 18-hole championship courses within a mile of Clark's Inn and Restaurant: Santee National Golf Club, Lake Marion Golf Club, Santee Cooper Country Club and 10 other courses within 20 miles.

Our Santee golf accommodations include a golf package daily rate of $62 between June 1-August 31. Price is per person and include taxes. Rates may vary based on course played. Price includes lodging based on double occupancy with full hot breakfast and golf with cart for 18 holes. We look forward to your visit!

If you're planning a week-long fishing trip you'll want to come to Lake Marion SC fishing where there's the best fishing you've ever experienced. Here at Clarks Inn and Restaurant we have the accommodations you'll want including an on-site restaurant. Our fishing is unbelievable here. We have largemouth bass, bream, catfish, crappie, white bass and the striper in these fresh waters.

When you make your reservations at our resort you'll be able to rent a boat or, if you prefer, hire a guide to help you catch "the big one" while Lake Marion SC fishing. Don't miss out on what can surely be your best vacation ever.

Are you planning your Santee SC wedding and looking for a place to hold your ceremony? Have you found your accommodations for you and your guests? We have it all for you right here! Beautifully furnished with traditional ambiance Clark's Inn and Restaurant is the perfect spot for you and your wedding day guests. In the heart of Santee, South Carolina, the historic establishment hasn't lost any of its charm since opening in 1946 and can accommodate groups of all sizes.

Consider treating yourself to a full-scale spa day with massage at Bella Grace Day Spa & Salon which is located right on our property while you're here. Or spend a relaxing day by the garden pool. We also have a fully equipped fitness center located right next to the pool area.

Clark's Inn and Restaurant is the ultimate destination for intimate gatherings and fun-filled group events like your Santee SC wedding. We have plenty of places, indoors and out, where you can hold your ceremony and reception afterwards. We have hotel rooms, luxury suites and a waterfront condo. Accommodations include double/double guest rooms, king size deluxe rooms, two room Suites, and Suites with full kitchens.

Call us to today to make your wedding day reservations!

There's some of the best striper fishing you've ever seen on Lake Marion, SC. You can fish all day and then return to your waterfront condo at Lake Marion resort  to kick back and relax. The weather is awesome year round. You'll be able to catch bream, catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, white bass and the striped bass in these fresh waters.

Warm Southern hospitality and outstanding service is what you can expect from Clark's Inn and Restaurant. With various types of accommodations to choose from they're sure to have something just right for you and your family. Besides our waterfront condo at Lake Marion resort the Santee hotel guest rooms are located in the Britain Street Building, the Bradford Building, the Old Santee Building or the Club Building. The varied styles of guest rooms include double/double guest rooms, king size deluxe rooms, two-room suites, and luxury suites with full kitchens. Amenities include a fully equipped fitness center, outdoor garden pool and wireless internet. Exclusive golf and fishing packages are available year-round.

The Clark family & staff, Clark's Inn & Restaurant & Quality Inn & Suites Santee, wish you & yours a holiday season filled with family & friends, wonderful company & great food, & if appropriate, the warmth of a cozy fire. We send you this photo of the dining room at the restaurant, all dressed up for the holidays, as a thank you for your business throughout this difficult economic time. Wishing you all the best in the coming year.

The Clark Family, Santee, South Carolina

If you are truly stuck on what to get someone on your Christmas list, how about a gift certificate to Clark's Restaurant? You choose the amount you wish to spend and call us at 803-854-2101. One of our hostesses will take your order over the phone (including your credit card information), fill out our pretty gift certificate, and then mail it to your giftee with your message included. Lots of folks stop here on the way through Santee when they are headed north or south on Interstate 95. If your loved ones or friends are among those wonderful people, they'll appreciate your kindness. The certificate is good for one year and can be used multiple times until the purchase price is gone. Don't forget--Clark's Restaurant is closed on Christmas Day, which is the only day all year that we are closed. And remember, a Clark's Restaurant gift certificate is a great gift for a birthday or anniversary, too!

Whimsey, the new gift shop in Clark's Restaurant, had a soft opening in October and has been steadily seeing traffic since that time, but this weekend marks our formal opening. You are invited to a drop in on Saturday, November 27th, from 2-5PM. You'll find lots of wonderful items for the home, unusual or unique gifts for friends and family, and some of the most delightful gifts for children found anywhere. Our lady bug, butterfly, and praying mantis puppets will delight them with hours of playful fun, and our lunch bags for kids are just truly unique. There are gifts for the chef, framed pictures for the art lover, unusually fine linens, Christmas ornaments of all kinds, candles galore..and the list just goes on and on. The restaurant and bar will be open, just in case all that shopping and browsing makes you ravenous or thirsty.  So, drop by Whimsey and Clark's Restaurant for a delightful Sunday afternoon. We hope to see you there.

The weather is gorgeous, and Lake Marion gleams a pure cobalt blue. The sky is pure crystalline, and thousands of wild ducks are stopping over at the lake on their winter migration route. This year, we give thanks for the many wonderful people who have visited our Restaurant and Inn, especially during this difficult economic environment. Many are returning guests, but we're seeing a lot of new folks, too, like the couple from Quebec who ate lunch with us today, and the young man who begged to take an entire pan of our "Famous Fried Chicken" home yesterday. He said it was the best he had ever eaten. Our holiday parties are just  beginning, and the kitchen is overflowing with wonderful aromas. (It is a wonder we don't all weigh 500 lbs apiece around here!) Thanksgiving Day brings our traditional feast with all the trimmings, and we've invited the gentlemen shown here to be our very special guest. Our Lunch Specials will be Turkey with all the trimmings, Baked Ham with raisin sauce, and Grilled Salmon with Mango Chutney. Our Dinner Specials will be Turkey, Bourbon New York Strip & Shrimp, Crab Stuffed Flounder, and Sirloin Oscar. Come see us and have your best and easiest Thanksgiving ever!