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Bannister Cottage – Lakefront Getaway w/ Dock, Porch & Views, 20 mins to Clemson

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Screened In Porch on the back of the house and overlooks the lake.
Back porch dining for 6.
Fire pit.
Covered dock in private cove. Perfect for floating and swimming off the dock.
Additional seating in Living Room with views of the Lake.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Bannister Cottage – Lakefront Getaway w/ Dock, Porch & Views, 20 mins to Clemson


Home Key Features:
- Lakefront access with private dock
- Screened porch with lake views
- Fully stocked kitchen with gas range
- Family-friendly layout
- 20 mins to Clemson
- 10 mins to Greenpond Landing


Welcome to The Bannister Cottage on Lake Hartwell! This inviting vacation home feels like you’ve stepped into a dear friend’s welcoming retreat, rather than a typical rental. Every detail has been thoughtfully chosen to ensure your stay is memorable and carefree. From comfortable bedding and delightful décor to a fully stocked kitchen, you’ll have everything you need for the perfect getaway.

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom cottage is ideal for couples and families alike. The layout offers privacy, with the master bedroom on one side of the house and the two additional bedrooms located on the opposite side, separated by the living, dining, and kitchen areas. Cozy up by the gas fireplace on cooler nights or enjoy evenings grilling, dining, and relaxing on the back screened-in porch.

Take in the fabulous views of Lake Hartwell, situated in a peaceful private cove free from boat traffic and waves. Spend sunny days lounging on the covered dock while the kids swim and play, or hop on a boat for a relaxing ride. With 12 feet of deep water at the dock’s end, it’s perfect for lake activities.

Don’t have your own boat or jet skis? Rentals are available locally to enhance your time on the lake. Enjoy two kayaks provided for your use, perfect for exploring the serene waters. Conveniently located just off I-85 at Exit 14, The Bannister Cottage is only a 15-minute drive to Memorial Stadium, making it a fantastic choice for Clemson fans and families alike—especially those visiting their Clemson students.

No Pets Allowed. No Smoking Please.

Room Details:
- Master: King Bed, Flat-Screen TV (Cable and Smart TV enabled)
- Bedroom 2: Two Twin Beds, Flat-Screen TV (Cable and Smart TV enabled)
- Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Flat-Screen TV (Cable and Smart TV enabled)
- Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa, Flat-Screen TV (Cable and Smart TV enabled)

House Amenities:
- Free Wi-Fi (High-Speed Internet, 500+ Mbps)
- Bluetooth-Enabled Home Audio System
- Frigidaire Gallery Kitchen Appliances
- Living Room: Gas Fireplace, Flat-Screen TV, DVD Player
- Breakfast Nook: Seats 4
- Bar Seating: Seats 2
- Dining Room: Seats 6 (expandable to 8 with extra chairs)

Outdoor Features:
- Screened-In Porch: Dining Table (seats 6), Lounge Furniture (sofa, loveseat, and chair)
- Propane Grill
- Two Kayaks Available for Use
- Covered Dock

Convenient Location on a Quiet Dead-End Street:
- Portman Marina: 6 minutes
- Big Water Marina: 20 minutes
- Green Pond Landing: 10 minutes
- Shores of Asbury: 10 minutes
- Downtown Anderson: 10 miles
- Clemson/Memorial Stadium: 12 miles
- Greenville: 34 miles

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children Welcomed with Parents
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Events

No events allowed
We have to be mindful of our neighbors.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking on the property is strictly prohibited.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn A/C up to 78 degrees.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The Minimum Age Requirement for Primary Renter is 25. We Reserve the Right to Check IDs.
An additional cleaning fee of $500 will be charged if we determine that a pet was present.
An additional cleaning fee of $750 will be charged if we determine that a guest was smoking on the property or in the home.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We have to be mindful of our neighbors.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Anderson

Located in Anderson, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Agricultural Museum and Woodburn are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Regal Starlight - Anderson and Anderson Civic and Sports Center. South Carolina Botanical Gardens and Brooks Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Regal Starlight - Anderson - 7 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Anderson Civic and Sports Center - 11 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Tri-County Technical College - 11 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Anderson Mall - 12 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Clemson University - 15 min drive - 22.5 km

Getting around

  • Clemson Station - 19 min drive
  • Greenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chicken Basket - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Guys Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fork Grove Bbq - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bannister Cottage – Lakefront Getaway w/ Dock, Porch & Views, 20 mins to Clemson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bannister Cottage – Lakefront Getaway w/ Dock, Porch & Views, 20 mins to Clemson?

As of 12 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bannister Cottage – Lakefront Getaway w/ Dock, Porch & Views, 20 mins to Clemson on 25 May, 2026 start from S$289, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bannister Cottage – Lakefront Getaway w/ Dock, Porch & Views, 20 mins to Clemson?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bannister Cottage – Lakefront Getaway w/ Dock, Porch & Views, 20 mins to Clemson?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bannister Cottage – Lakefront Getaway w/ Dock, Porch & Views, 20 mins to Clemson?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bannister Cottage – Lakefront Getaway w/ Dock, Porch & Views, 20 mins to Clemson located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Hartwell and within 9 mi (15 km) of Double Springs Community Park and Regal Starlight - Anderson. Double Springs Access Area and Tri-County Technical College are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 183 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 183 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot and close to Clemson.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Getaway!

We loved our stay. Great time to rest and enjoy some much needed downtime with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were all very pleased with house, property and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Weekend at Lake Hartwell

Great property and great time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for long family weekend. House is just as described and everything was great. End of quiet neighborhood road. Favorite spot was on the screen porch overlooking the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay during Clemson family weekend! The screened in porch with a view of the lake was a highlight, and being near restaurants and not far from campus was ideal. The modern interior stood out from other homes we rented on the lake. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol and Denis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is very well equipped and stockedThe owners are very responsive and the house is located on a quiet cove which is perfect for swimming and boating. We especially enjoyed our meals on the well furnished screened porch
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

This wad an really nice place to stay. Well be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

bdegroft

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was as advertised. Very well furnished, well maintained and just a great place to relax. would love to go back in the summer and enjoy the water. Great view from back screened in deck. i highly recommend to anyone
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

George M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend stay to attend a family wedding

Great location, clean and has everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So enjoyable!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bogdan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an awesome stay at the Bannister Cottage on 4th of July. Very quiet, clean and cozy. Great location to watch the fireworks show on the lake as well!! We’ll come again for sure . Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifton R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Wedding

Great setup with the split bedroons. Provided privacy for both families that stayed. Would stay again when we come back to the area
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bannister Cottage

The property was nice and perfect for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Five Star Rental

We loved the Bannister cottage! It was perfect for our trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great Weekend

Very nice home, on the lake with deep water. Nicely redone inside and would like to have this for a second home. Neighborhood a little sketchy but no problems.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Getaway

We loved the property! The home was so nice and homey. We enjoyed a very restful long weekend. Hoping to go back again soon!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

We had a great time staying in this home. It was nice to have breakfast out back and watch the sunrise over the lake. The kitchen is well stocked. We explored the area and enjoyed relaxing in this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location! Loved the house and all of its amenities. Incredible owners ! Very attentive!

We had a wonderful stay! Very relaxing! The house is beautiful and provides everything you could possible need. We loved the location and really enjoyed the kayaks. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lydia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Lake House

Love this house. Great location. Property was very clean and well stocked. Looking forward to another stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our hosts and their home were excellent. The rental and all details were simple and they even checked in to see if we were good. This was one of the best VRBO houses we have experienced! Beautiful setting, immaculate house, all the necessities of home, and welcoming details. This is the place to relax!They have truly thought of all of the details/needs.We had family in and celebrated thanksgiving, expecting paper plates but there was enough of everything to use their dishes, even moved a few decorations to the table to make it feel formal. We enjoyed the lake, riding kayaks and playing games on the back deck.Thanks for letting us use your beautiful home, we loved it and hope to be back!
Morning coffee and left over apple pie-breakfast of champions!
Family and beautifully set table!
College kiddos and Midwest family enjoyed an early Thanksgiving!
Game time on the deck
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bannister Cottage

We had a great time at the Bannister cottage on Lake Hartwell. The place was very clean and just as described. We certainly would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Hartwell Vacation

The interior of the home was very nice, just as it was represented in the online images. The property manager was very accommodating and attentive. We had a very nice stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lake home

Beautiful welcoming home made it easy to relax. The steps with rails made it easy for all ages to get to the dock. We will definitely keep this property in mind for future lake stays!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very attentive host!!

We were extremely pleased with the host’s responsiveness. Lovely property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

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