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Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly

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A campsite with a fire pit surrounded by logs and a grassy area.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a window with a view of greenery, a ceiling fan, and a shelf with items.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.
A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a rocking chair, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A bear in a grassy area with trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Accommodating 8 guests, this vacation home features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It offers water sports activities and is pet-friendly, ensuring fun for the whole family. Enjoy the balcony, patio, and porch while exploring nearby Devils Fork State Park and Lake Jocassee. Games are also available for indoor entertainment.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Jocassee
Sleeps 8•4 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Salem, SC
  • Place, Devils Fork State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Jocassee
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, McKinney Creek Oconee Bell Preserve
    ‪18 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

General Guest Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly

Come and enjoy a fun packed vacation visit to Maplecrest at Lake Jocassee right next to Devils Fork State Park in the mystic Cherokee Foothills of the South Carolina. Recognized by National Geographic Magazine as a waterfall paradise. Our well kept vacation rental is a true all seasons 4 bedroom 2 bath home that offers wonderful year-round accommodations for up to 8 guests. The house is located on a secluded 2 acre private property with woodland views / large front & screen porches / full kitchen / gas BBQ grill / outdoor deck dining / campfire ring and activity field / Free WIFI. We are exactly 1 mile from the Devils Fork State Park Boat Launch & Swimming Area and have a large parking area for both your boat trailer and other vehicles. Although we are not a lakefront property, our location is extremely peaceful and quiet away from the busy and noisy daily road traffic to Lake Jocassee at the Main Park Entrance ! Guests love that we offer easy (2 minute) back entrance access to the Lake boat ramps and is one of the most convenient locations to area restaurants , food stores, boat rentals and waterfall tour boats. Children always welcome and a well behaved pets are considered. From our nicely equipped kitchen to our comfy beds and tranquil woodland surroundings. Maplecrest is the perfect rental home for couples, families and friends.

"Fond Vacation Memories Begin Here"

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Observe child safety on porch / stairways
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
No pets on beds / guest is liable for pet actions
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a Non Smoking Rental and strictly enforced

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
UNPLUG SMALL APPLIANCES / wash dishes / Stove / Oven / BBQ grill shall be left in a clean condition. Refrigerator emptied / cleaned. All trash bagged and placed in outside storage shed containers.
All litter and pet waste must be picked up from the outside areas and placed in trash cans secured in trash bags. Campfire ring emptied of cold ashes. Hose rolled up and water turned off at spigot,
Windows and doors closed and locked. Thermostat set to 78 degrees Summer / 60 degrees Winter. Leave the (2) house keys on fireplace mantle(1) key in lockbox, Security Alarm System to be armed AWAY.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rental Agreement PDF automatically accepted at time of booking. Valid Government ID age 25 + Primary Renter onsite throughout rental NO HOUSE PARTIES
Check Out Procedure posted in residence must be followed to receive full Security Deposit refund. Check In 3pm Check Out 10 am.
Pets allowed with advance notice. Pet fees additional. No pets on furnishings. Unattended pets must be crated. Guests are liable for pets actions !

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 037136330
Property # 3631538
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
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Salem

Located in Salem, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Keowee Key Fitness & Tennis Center and Keowee Key Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Keowee and Chattahoochee National Forest. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Salem, SC

What's nearby

  • Devils Fork State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • McKinney Creek Oconee Bell Preserve - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lake Keowee - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Clemson University - 41 min drive - 52.0 km

Getting around

  • Greenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sisters Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Crave Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Keowee Towne Market - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Cliff's Lakehouse Restaraunt - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Vogel Birb Lakehouse - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly?

As of 26 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly on 7 Sept, 2026 start from S$969, 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 Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Jocassee ~ Easy Lake Access ~ Loved By Our Guests ~ Pet Friendly located?

This family-friendly Salem holiday home is located on a lake, just steps away from Devils Fork State Park and Lake Jocassee. Devils Fork Lake Jocassee and McKinney Creek Oconee Bell Preserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by John Robinson

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I have been fascinated by the waterfall country of the South Carolina Upstate for the past 30 years. I enjoy sharing my knowledge of the area with my guests. I hope to make your stay with Maplecrest at Lake Jocassee memorable one.

FOND VACATION MEMORIES BEGIN HERE

Why they chose this property

Our mountain home offers close by easy access to Lake Jocassee, the most pristine fresh water mountain lake in the southeast. This unique wilderness lake is a protected watershed as part of the Jocassee Gorges Conservation Area. Visitors can swim and picnic at the lakeside state park recreation area nearby, launch or rent their own boat for daily lake adventures even take guided waterfall tours or fishing charters. There are dozens of area waterfall hiking trails just minutes away from our perfect location. This is truly natures paradise at your doorstep.

What makes this property unique

Our home Maplecrest at Lake Jocassee is a picture postcard home in a very secluded and private 2 acre woodlands setting. Previously owned by a stained glass artist, there are many original works on display throughout the home. Sleeping accommodations are 2 guests per each private bedroom. For guests safety, we have smoke detectors in each bedroom and a monitored dispatch security system as well as multiple (5) exterior door exits. WIFI is available throughout the home. There are 4 Satellite TV's / (2) are 43 inch 4k LED sets / so everyone can pick their favorite shows. We also have a BLU RAY player and DVD Library with Surround Sound in the Family Room. Our kitchen has all the accoutrements / pots / pans / dishware necessary for gourmet food preparation along with our gas BBQ grill on the sundeck overlooking our large activity field and rose bed lighted rock garden. Our dining room has a huge Farmers Gathering Table that will seat all 8 guests at one time. Our new contemporary Euro Style 2nd bathroom with stained glass privacy window in the shower is a dazzler. Because we are located just past the busy State Park Recreation Area and Visitors Center. Maplecrest offers both daytime serenity and quiet evenings on the large screen porch and deep ravines with roaming occasional deer and fireflies blinking in the twilight to complete your getaway woodlands experience.
Guests Love: Large parking area for boat trailers and quick access to Lake boat ramps.
Fenced Front Yard for kids & pets with a sitting porch for bird watching.
Activity Field for games. Large Screen porch for group gatherings.
Campfire Ring for enjoying a mountain evening out under the stars.

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