Spartanburg Cottage in Converse Heights near Wofford, Converse, and Downtown

Glendalyn House is a charming cottage in Spartanburg’s historic Converse Heights neighborhood overlooking beloved Happy Hollow Park and just minutes from Wofford College, Converse University, and vibrant downtown Spartanburg dining, events, and local attractions, including Fifth Third Park, home of the Hub City Spartanburgers.

The home is also conveniently located near several of the city’s other colleges, including USC Upstate, Spartanburg Methodist College, Sherman College of Chiropractic, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, and Spartanburg Community College.
With three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, Glendalyn House is a wonderful setting for college visits, graduations, family weekends, and relaxed getaways. The home is also well-suited for longer stays, offering the comfort and space to truly settle in.

The home features three inviting bedrooms. The primary bedroom includes a queen bed and private en suite bath with a classic tiled tub surround. Soft natural light filters into the shower through a frosted privacy window. A second bedroom offers another queen bed and easy access to the adjacent hall bath. The third bedroom includes two twin beds, ideal for children, friends, or travel companions.

At the heart of the home is a thoughtfully designed, high-end kitchen that is both beautiful and functional. A gas cooktop, premium appliances, and generous counter space make cooking effortless, while the large center island with seating for three provides the perfect gathering spot for conversation and casual meals. The adjacent dining area features a round wood table with seating for six, creating a warm and welcoming place for shared meals.

Just beyond the kitchen, the comfortable TV room offers a relaxing place to unwind. A plush L-shaped sofa with oversized ottoman and four cozy swivel chairs make movie nights and relaxed conversation easy, while a 60-inch streaming television allows guests to enjoy their favorite shows.

Heart pine floors and lovely shutters throughout the home add to the gracious ambiance of Glendalyn House.

Just off the kitchen, the private screened porch is one of the home’s most cherished spaces. With comfortable seating and its own television, it is a perfect setting for morning coffee, afternoon reading, or evening relaxation. Occasionally, a friendly neighborhood cat (or two!) may wander by to say hello, which adds a small and charming touch of the neighborhood’s character.

The elevated front stoop, with its two welcoming chairs and softly glowing gas lanterns, offers a lovely vantage point to enjoy park views, tree-lined sidewalks, and the gentle pace of life in Converse Heights.

Glendalyn House invites you to relax, settle in, and feel wonderfully at home.

Longer stays (5–7 nights or more) are welcome. If your preferred dates do not appear available, please feel free to send an inquiry — we are sometimes able to open the calendar when possible.

Rental Agreement: After booking, guests will receive a short rental agreement and guest list form for electronic signature. This must be completed within 24 hours of booking in order to finalize the reservation. The agreement will be sent via DocuSign, and no DocuSign account is required to sign.



Dining, Shopping & Downtown Life:

*Downtown Spartanburg – boutique shops, locally loved restaurants, cafés, live music & weekend events (2.0 miles)


Colleges & Universities:

*Converse University – 0.3 miles

*Wofford College – 2.0 miles

*Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) – 2.0 miles

*Spartanburg Methodist College – 3.7 miles

*USC Upstate – 5.5 miles

*Sherman College of Chiropractic – 7.6 miles

*Spartanburg Community College – 5.3 miles



Parks, Trails & Local Attractions:

*Happy Hollow Park – directly across the street from Glendalyn House

*The Edwin M. Griffin Nature Preserve

*The Daniel Morgan Trial System

*Mary Black Rail Trail – 1 mile (walk, bike, stroll)

*The River Birch Trail, The Cottonwood Trail, Wildflower Way

*Fifth Third Stadium – 1.7 miles

*Chapman Cultural Center – 1.3 miles (arts, theater, galleries)

*Cleveland Park – 3.0 miles

*Planetarium Learning Center – 1.7 miles

*The Children's Museum of the Upstate-Spartanburg (1.5 miles)



Airports:

*Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) – 25 miles

*Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) – 67 miles



Major Nearby Cities:

*Greenville, SC – 40 miles

*Columbia, SC – 100 miles

*Charlotte, NC – 70 miles

*Charleston, SC – 200 miles

*Atlanta, GA – 175 miles