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6 Bedrooms and 3 docks on a Lake Hartwell cove, 3 miles from Clemson by water.

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Exterior
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Game room
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20288 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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Seneca, SC
  • Popular LocationClemson University12 min drive
  • Popular LocationLittlejohn Coliseum13 min drive
  • Popular LocationMemorial Stadium14 min drive
  • AirportGreenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.)60 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

6 Bedrooms and 3 docks on a Lake Hartwell cove, 3 miles from Clemson by water.

We fell in love with this house because it is very secluded, yet close to everything. Roughly 3 miles by boat from Clemson and Death Valley (about six miles by car), and a similar distance to all the big stores in Seneca, directly on a quiet small cove on Lake Hartwell. Serene and peaceful, it boasts over an acre and a half of pristine woodland and is directly across the Keowee River from the Clemson Experimental forest where there will never be houses. There are three docks on property, the largest one with the roof was installed new in July of 2021 and two newer "rollaways" to chase changing water levels. Most of the year, the sun rises directly over the lake and the views from the second story deck, master bedroom, and downstairs bedroom are absolutely spectacular on clear mornings.

The main house was renovated in late 2020 / early 2021 with the removal of popcorn ceilings and old wallpaper, brand new kitchen appliances, huge new TVs (including an 82" 4K in the great room/dining room), front load washer/dryer, new mattresses and linens, dual hood grill, ceiling fans, bathroom fixtures, paint, etc - before putting it on the market for rentals. For most renters, the highlight is the great/dining room with a massive 13' long bespoke oak table and huge windows overlooking the water. The attached screened in gazebo (directly off the breakfast nook, with benches and a large table) is ideal for quiet work, reading, or just sipping wine and listening to the sounds of the woods and the lake at night. Multiple decks with rocking chairs and tables, as well as the fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs make for a great place to relax and catch up with friends and family.

In May of 2021, the upstairs and downstairs of the three level detached garage was professionally renovated to allow for two more bedrooms, a full bathroom, second laundry area, and a kitchenette. Downstairs (below) is a billiards/ entertainment room with 8' oversized Olhausen pool table, huge leather sectional couch, and a massive 85" 4K Samsung TV. In total, the bedrooms are as follows:

1 King Master Bedroom with Bath (upstairs, main house)
1 Queen Bedroom (upstairs, main house)
1 Bedroom with 2 twin beds and 2 trundle pull out twin beds (upstairs, main house)
1 Bedroom with both a King and Queen Bed (downstairs, main house)
1 King Bedroom (new area above garage)
1 Queen Bedroom (new area above garage)

In addition, there is a queen murphy bed in the gameroom (main house) and the foldout sectional in the billiard hall (below garage).

In addition to the three docks on the property, this rental comes with two sit-in kayaks (rated up to 275 lbs), two Stand-Up Paddleboards (adult), several inflatables, and some basic fishing gear for lake exploration (at your own risk, of course). Stand up paddleboards in the quiet of dawn is a nearly religious experience. If you bring your own boat, there is a landing less than 1/2 mile away (at Lawrence Bridge), but you can leave it tied to any the docks.

One negative worth mentioning to everyone is that the property is on an incline to the water, so there are a lot of stairs and the driveway is very steep. If you are unable to negotiate a staircase without a railing, this might not be the best property for you. On one icy occasion (freezing rain), it was completely impassable even with all wheel drive. This is obviously extremely rare for the area, but it is worth mentioning. Please take caution, particularly with the eldery or those who can't traverse stairs.

Property manager

Steve Hays

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed inside house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Boat on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3100 sq ft (288 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Well behaved pets allowed with additional fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Property has steep slope and deep water.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Newly Furnished Renovated Lake House Directly on Hartwell

About the neighborhood

Seneca

Located in Seneca, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Hartwell and Lake Keowee. Traveling with kids? Consider South Carolina Botanical Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Littlejohn Coliseum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Clemson University - 12 min drive
  • Littlejohn Coliseum - 13 min drive
  • Memorial Stadium - 14 min drive
  • Lake Keowee - 14 min drive
  • South Carolina Botanical Gardens - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Clemson Station - 13 min drive
  • Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A - 13 min drive
  • McDonald's - 14 min drive
  • Wendy's - 14 min drive
  • Cook Out - 13 min drive
  • Starbucks - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 6 Bedrooms and 3 docks on a Lake Hartwell cove, 3 miles from Clemson by water. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at 6 Bedrooms and 3 docks on a Lake Hartwell cove, 3 miles from Clemson by water.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 6 Bedrooms and 3 docks on a Lake Hartwell cove, 3 miles from Clemson by water.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 6 Bedrooms and 3 docks on a Lake Hartwell cove, 3 miles from Clemson by water. located?

This family-friendly Seneca vacation home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Hartwell, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Clemson University and Lake Keowee. Keowee Reservoir and Larry W. Abernathy Waterfront Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James F., Pinebluff

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in Senaca SC
What a wonderful stay we had in Senaca SC. Our host was very responsive and communication was quickly answered. This was the best stocked house I have ever stayed at and all applinaces were up to date. We spent every evening on the screened in porch telling lies about our round of golf that day. I look forward to returning in October with our life long group of friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Steep Hill but Great Time
A group of 4 adults and 9 teenagers stayed over spring break. We had a great time. Plenty of room to spread out and beds for everyone. Positives - coffee on the porch, fishing, swimming, boating (we brought 2 fishing boats), swinging off the rope swing near the dam, board games, puzzles, basketball, kayaking, paddleboarding, longboarding on the hills, pool table, chess/checkers and a lacrosse game at Clemson. So many options for time together, we really never were bored at this house. Always a bit of not so positive: Internet was spotty. I had to work a couple days so would go down to Starbucks (not far from the house). Also to note, the driveway is steep (as noted in the listing) that leads to the back hill is steep. The main dock has a great path to it. The other two smaller docks, since they move around, do not. The teenagers would fly down this hill with no problem but if you are more cautious (aka out of shape) like myself, it was slow and steady to get down to the other docks. Definitely would stay again and would recommend to a large group.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

cindy g.

Family Christmas
Sweet family gathering at the lake after Christmas with lots to do. The children enjoyed games , kayaking, pool and eating together. There was plenty of room for our large group.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunday C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for graduation!
There were 9 of us here for Clemson graduation. This was perfect for us—beds slept comfortably, and we could all share meals at the beautiful table. The amenities were terrific—wish we’d had more time to enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabby T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Graduation Trip
One of the nicest houses I’ve stayed at. Felt very clean and plenty of space and privacy for a large group. Home owner was very effective with communication and helpful with process.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake front Clemson weekend
This lake house is awesome and we have been staying for years for Clemson football games. We now have twin 9 month old grands and the house was super clean. Steve is always available for any questions. Best VRBO in Clemson for football weekends with a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thankful
Great fit for family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bret F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place for a Big Group
We had a big family group in for a Clemson football game and this was perfect! Lots of space for everyone to be together or get away for some quiet time for the children. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C., Denver, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Great football weekend house
We had 16 adults and 1 infant. Plenty of beds and room for everyone to sleep and stretch out across the multiple gathering places in the house. We never felt cramped. The long dining table was perfect after the game - we gathered, ate and watched football on the large tv. Steve was great and very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
Very accommodating, roomy , and private . We really enjoyed our stay ! Owner very responsive and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023