Back of house facing the lake, big views from large windows and decks
Location: Fair Play, Hartwell Lake, Upcountry, South Carolina, USA (90-Miles N of Atl, 45-Miles S of Greenville, exit 2 off 85)
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 10)
(Interested Buyers... please see below) Relax in this 4200 square foot, 2003 Mountain House -style waterfront home right on tranquil Lake Hartwell. Nestled on one full acre of woods and rolling lawns, this home feels totally secluded yet is a simple drive from Atlanta, Charlotte, or Greenville. The house is designed by a Colorado Mountain House architect and provides the true away-from-the-city feel. Aside from the standard new home features, the house offers huge windows and decks overlooking the lake, a large private hot tub, a pool table and an oversize master bedroom suite taking up the entire 3rd level of the house.
This three story home has a combination of hardwood floors and carpet, rich wood ceilings and interior finish (like a hunting lodge), comfortable furniture (and rocking chairs), a modern, spacious kitchen with island, three stone fire places and a screened-in NEW LA Spa Hot Tub. Each level has a full bathroom, and a TV and DVD player equipped with DirecTV. The main level houses two bedrooms, each with queen beds, the main living room area overlooking the lake through literally a wall of windows, the kitchen and dining room. The first floor (basement) has two bedrooms (one with a queen bed and one for the kids with two twin bunk beds), a large bathroom, sleeper couch and plenty of room for playing games or lounging. A large Plasma HDTV overlooks a full size billiards table, bar and premium card table and leather chairs, surrounded by a stone fireplace on one side and a wall of large French doors opening to a deck and the back yard on the other side. The third floor houses a large master bedroom/bathroom suite, sitting area, small office area and stone fireplace all overlooking the large façade of windows.
A quick walk down hill through the back yard and using newly built wooden steps, you will find a private covered dock, replete with a boat lift, running water and electricity. You'll enjoy spending the entire day on and around the dock and swimming in this quiet cove away from the wind, waves and boat traffic. Relax on the dock furniture or use one the floats in the water.
The House is less than 90-minutes north of Atlanta, and only 45-minutes from Greenville, SC making this an easy weekend or full-week getaway. For groceries and standard city amenities, Anderson, SC is just 20 minutes north of the house near Clemson University. A full service marina with boat rentals as well as multiple boat ramps are just minutes away.
This type of house is rare on the Lake... give it a try, it will sing to you.
Owners Note:
While I love my home, I would be willing to sell it to a discerning buyer interested in a complete turn-key lake house package – replete with all furnishings, lake gear and a top-of-the-line ski/wakeboard boat. In the past three years, I have spent countless hours customizing every aspect of this home to be a perfect lake recreation escape-- from the furniture (interior and exterior) to the dock, boat lift, boat and related gear. The house, while rustic in feel, it extremely comfortable, spacious and impressive in so many ways. It has been a pleasure owning this home -- for me, my family and friends. If you are interested in a premium lake house ‘package deal’, please contact me via the contact form on this page. I will entertain offers starting at $750,000 for the whole package. Thanks.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub
- Pool Table
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Lakefront
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$1500-$2500/week, depending on season
Longer or shorter periods are negotiable at a nightly or wknd rate.
$500 refundable security deposit.
$125 cleaning fee per stay. Standard sales / accommodation tax applies.
(please email or call for actual availability as calendar is not always updated)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2006
Wake Surfing behind my boat... Lake Hartwell offers some of the best boating and ski conditions in the area.
Why the Owner Chose Fair Play
Living in Atlanta, I wanted easy access to escape the city, have total relaxation and comfort, great boating and plenty of room in a comfortable home. This on Lake Hartwell provides all of that...
The Unique Benefits of this House
My lake house offers me a mix of benefits depending on the season. In the warmer months, we spend lots of time outdoors or on the water (skiing, wakeboarding, swimming, kayaking, etc.). There is also plenty of nearby hiking, mountain biking, and exploring. Clemson is 20-minutes away and provides easy access to college sports. In the cooler months, we spend more time inside reading, relaxing, playing pool and ping pong, and enjoying the warmth of three large fire places. In any season, we do a lot of good cooking in the spacious kitchen or grilling on the deck, and spend quite bit of time in the hot tub.
Property Photos
- Back of house facing the lake, big views from large windows and decks - Hartwell Lake Vacation Rentals
- Front of house from the top of the driveway - Hartwell Lake Vacation Rentals
- View from back of house, shows wooden stairs to dock (May 31, 09) - Hartwell Lake Vacation Rentals
- Covered Dock behind the house, in 15-20 ft of water--date taken: May 31, 09
- Living Room View, Rocking Chairs, Comfy Couches
- Dining room with large sunny windows
- Spacious, stocked kitchen with center island
- Master Suite with fire place, big windows and open view of the lake
- Basement view of pool table, gaming table, bar and large fire place
- Large Hot Tub -- screened in and great for any season (fits 6 comfortably)
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