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As you enter through the quaint covered bridge of this gated community, you will notice the abundance of nature all around you. Heavily wooded and home to a variety of wildlife, this retreat is nestled among trees for complete privacy. Located on a quiet cul- de- sac, this home opens to a view of a large pond, surrounded by owner maintained nature trails. The community marina and dock, as well as tennis/pickleball court are both a pleasant short walk away. When you enter this professionally decorated home, you are greeted with beautiful hardwood floors, a large fully stocked kitchen with ample room to gather in with family. A beautiful view of nature awaits you in the great room, enticing you further in. A large wrap around deck and lower level outdoor firepit beckon you to step outside. The main floor bedroom with an on suite awaits you as well as additional bedrooms ...all with spectacular views of tree canopies. More offerings of rest and relaxation can be found on the lower level of the home, with additional main bedroom with an on suite bathroom and two other bedrooms. The lower level also offers a pool table and separate entertaining space as well as access to the outside seating area and nature trails. Enjoy time with family and friends around the firepit, or take a walk to the pond where we invite you to fish (catch and release only please) Bring or rent a boat! This rental includes a complimentary slip at the community dock.This home offers 3 king beds, 2 queen beds, and bunk beds for the kids (in their own custom built hideaway)! The bathrooms are spacious and beautifully designed. Seeing is believing!About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:Please do NOT use interior fireplaces. Decor only. Notice will be sent if there is a no burn order for the county, if so, NO fires in firepit please.No parties, no events. No underage drinking please. Neighborhood quiet hours are 10pm to 6am.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

NOTE ON COVID-19: WE ARE GOING THE EXTRA MILE to make sure that all touchable surfaces in our cabin are sanitized prior to your arrival at the cabin. We also want to remind you that our remote cabin with 100 acres of forested land with miles of foot trails offer a healthy place to be, breathe and move - all of which supports social distancing and promotes good health.** FOR STAYS LESS THAN 7 NIGHTS, RATES ARE LESS THAN MOST QUOTED PRICES EXCEPT FOR WEEKENDS- CONTACT OWNER FOR DETAILS. PEACE-IN-THE-FOREST RETREAT offers singles, couples, families, artists, writers, cyclists, forest lovers and others a reprieve from the rat race by providing privacy and quiet in a very beautiful and comfortable, custom-built cabin, immersed in hardwood and pine forests of the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Located near the Blue Ridge Escarpment – that incredibly beautiful transition between the blue ridge mountains of the Appalachians and the SC foothills. The cabin is located on 100 acres of forested land with many hiking trails that we are fortunate to be stewards of. It is also located within 15-30 min from Table Rock, Keowee, Devils Fork, Ceasars Head, & Jones Gap St. Parks; 30-40 min from Hartwell, Lakes Keowee & Jocassee as well as DuPont STate Forest(NC); less than an hour from whitewater rivers (Chattooga, French Broad & more), & many trout streams & waterfalls. It is 30 min from Greenville, SC; 40 min from Brevard, NC; 40 min from Clemson ; 45 min from Hendersonville, NC & 1 hour & 15 min from Asheville, NC. THE CABIN - [more images avail.upon request] We built the cabin in 2004 from pine trees that we cut and sawed here on the property; its surrounded by 100s of acres of privately owned forest land with scattered homes. This provides a rare kind of quiet, broken by the sounds of animals, the wind and rain. The dark night skies also allow for great star gazing. The exterior of the cabin is made of white pine board and batten while the interior consists of white pine paneling and sheet rock, yellow pine floors, and tall cathedral ceilings throughout. Original oil paintings, quilted wall hangings, stain glass and other art impart a pleasant aesthetic quality to the cabin.LOCATION, LOCATION... - The list of “Activities” below – with the exception of hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing - are not actually onsite but within easy driving distance. For example, there are many fine golf courses, fishing and boating opportunities within 10 - 45 min. While nearby Pickens and Easley offer some restaurants and cultural/entertainment opportunities, Greenville clearly offers the widest and finest selection of these. The beautiful downtown district has many fine restaurants, the Peace Center (plays, ballet, music), museums, galleries and shopping. One of the recent additions is the restoration of the Reedy River Falls area in West End, the centerpiece of which is a curved suspension bridge (walking only), truly an architectural wonder, which overlooks the falls, downtown area and park. Other local cultural attractions include the Pickens County Museum of Art and History, located 10 min away in Pickens. The museum also operates the restored Hagood Mill site, one of the few active grist mills in the region. Most Saturdays there is music and more at the Hagood Mill, celebrating the early history of the area in terms of music, storytelling, blacksmithing, quilting and more. Its open for tours Wed-Sat.DAVID'S FEATURE FAVORITE SWEET SPOT – I highly recommend kayaking, canoeing or swimming on Lake Jocassee - one of the most beautiful lakes in the Southeast. I will rent canoes and kayaks depending when available. This deep, clear lake is literally perched at the edge of the mountains – and is thus fed by clear mountain streams, whose waterfalls, in some cases, actually fall directly into the lake. The surrounding mountain landscape with rich forested slopes and coves, coupled with the wide, deep waters provide a uniquely beautiful scene. Only one small area of this large lake has been developed - a small amount of private land and a small amount that is part of Devils Fork State Park but the rest is undeveloped forest belonging to Duke Power, SC/NC, or US the Forest Service.ECOLOGISTS DELIGHT - We are located in the Upper Foothills Physiographic Province where we have a blend of Piedmont and Mountain species. This area is the southern tip of the range for white pine, Eastern Hemlock, rosebay rhododendron and other woody and herbaceous species. Much of the land is classified as ranging from oak-hickory forest to various pine-hardwood mixes (white, Virginia and Shortleaf pines) to cove hardwood-hemlock forests. Historically, this was Cherokee land – points and other artifacts can still be found today. It was settled mostly in the late 1700s and 1800s by white settlers. Scattered homesites can still be found from this period. Cotton and corn was planted on much of the land in the area as late as the 1920s and 1930s but most was abandoned at that time. These cultivated and terraced lands, once abandoned, eventually reverted to forest and are now dominated by 70-80 year old Virginia pines and mixed hardwoods. Evidence of old terraces and erosion gullies are still evident in the forest. Other parts of our property were never plowed historically. Rather, these somewhat more steep lands were periodically harvested for timber and other wood products; heavily grazed by cattle (woodland grazing) and burned periodically. These disturbances were mild compared to cultivation impacts. The result is a much more productive and ecologically healthy forest. These forests are dominated by chestnut oak, white and red oaks, hickories, maples, interspersed with yellow poplar, shortleaf pine and large white pine. Deciduous magnolias, Silverbells, basswood, beech, sourwood, dogwoods and other species are also also prevalent. Common on some sites are ‘laurel slicks’ – thick patches of mountain laurel that appear as shiny, green, ‘slicks’ from a distance. In the spring, nothing is finer than the bountiful white blooms of Mt. Laurel. These forests support a wide array of birds, reptiles and mammals. Some of the common mammals include – deer, turkey, squirrels, fox, skunk, bear, raccoons, bobcat and, more recently, coyoteKeywords: CabinAbout pets:Pets allowed.Pets are allowed on case-by-case basis..About checkOut:Check out before 12:00 PM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:Don't leave outside chimenea and weber grill unattended. Likewise, don't leave inside woodstove unattended..Pet Policy: Must be flea-free, house trained, & stay off furniture/linens/towels; reduce pet hair impact..About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.Don't smoke inside & don't be a litterbutt outside.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:Events allowed.For large groups, get approval from owner.

**BRAND NEW BUILD** (BOAT SLIP AVAILABLE AT MARINA) Enjoy our 3000 sq. ft. open concept modern lodge, nestled away in a private lakeside community. Listen to the stream and waterfall from the patio deck that is surrounded by trees as you drink your morning coffee, then enjoy a five minute stroll down to the marina and enjoy the tranquil clear water of Lake Keowee.The open concept main level features a master bedroom with king size bed and a private ensuite. Upstairs you will find two additional queen size bedrooms and a shared full bathroom. Down stairs in the basement, not only will you find a second master bedroom with king size bed, but there is also a bunk room featuring two sets of twin over full bunk beds! The basement also has game room equipped with an air hockey table, two arcade machines, a pinball machine, a giant connect four, and numerous board games and puzzles! The lodge also features two large covered decks equipped with a BBQ grill, seating area and dining table with seating for eight! While outdoors, enjoy the serenity of nature with our fire pit - it's the perfect spot to unwind, roast marshmallows, and soak in the tranquility of the Lake Escape Lodge! All rooms are equipped with Roku Smart TVs - just bring your login details to use the apps! Great dining, shopping, hiking trails and outdoor adventures are close by - we're conveniently located about 30 minutes from everything! And, if you don't care to leave the lodge, Instacart will deliver your necessities to the house! Our private community also features a Pickleball court - Pickleball paddles (4) and balls are available for use and located in the Lodge! Come experience the beauty of the Lake Escape Lodge for yourself! About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:Lost or Broken Remote Controls (TVs, ceiling fans, or sound bars) will incur a $150 replacement fee per remote..About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

With a stay at The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson in Clemson, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Clemson University and 10 minutes by foot from Lake Hartwell. This hotel is 8 mi (12.8 km) from Lake Keowee and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Larry W. Abernathy Waterfront Park. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. This hotel also features a fireplace in the lobby and a reception hall. At The Shepherd Hotel Downtown Clemson, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Make yourself at home in one of the 67 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and blackout drapes/curtains, as well as phones with free local calls.

With a stay at this cottage in Clemson, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Hartwell and Clemson University. This cottage is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Lake Keowee and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Clemson Area African American Museum. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself comfortable in this individually decorated cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. A 43-inch Smart television with cable programming provides entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a separate sitting area and a microwave.