Waterfront Living In the Upstate

In Upstate South Carolina, the 100,000 acres of water, and hundreds of miles of shoreline make finding a waterfront community to call home almost effortless. The relaxing nature of Upstate lakes offer some of the best boating, water-skiing and fishing in the Southeast. Families, active adults, empty nesters, young professionals and retirees alike can find the perfect waterfront living experience in the Upstate.

For a true “coastal” experience, Stillwaters of Lake Robinson, located in Greer, SC, offers an assortment of exceptional home styles on over 50 endearing acres. From intimate, offshore cottages to elegant waterfront homes, the architectural styles are reminiscent of historic Nantucket and Charleston – classic and coastal with large porches overlooking the natural surrounds. The developers have taken great care to create a balance between the natural environment and the created amenities. Shore side activities are year-round and nature trails wind through protected indigenous grasslands. Residents enjoy full-time concierge services, and a neighborhood Farmer’s Market with potting shed and individual herb and garden pots. Amenities also include a 4-season kitchen, resort-style pool, waterside putting green, private dining and neighborhood pub. To add to the comfort and security of residents, Stillwaters is a gated community. To learn more about Stillwaters visit www.stillwaters.com.

For those who enjoy retreat style living, or have a love of horses, Low Country Retreat is a 118 acre estate that offers an engaging lifestyle for all ages. A host of family activities and the beauty of the outdoors create a charming Upstate community that caters to folks looking for a comfortable lifestyle with the serenity of a rural retreat. Low Country Retreat is located in the equestrian rich town of Westminster, SC where their Equestrian Center is among the best in the southeast. The community is ideally located on the shores of beautiful Lake Hartwell in close proximity to urban areas and college campuses. Low Country Retreat also offers amenities such as a 5,500 sq. ft. lodge for entertaining, 2 community-owned boats and horses, on site staff, an on-call chef, activity center, Equestrian Center with Stable Master, 6 hole par 3 golf, plus so much more! To learn more about Low Country Retreat visit www.lowcountryretreat.com.

Another new and outstanding
lake front community in the Upstate is Stonebridge at Rankin’s Lake. Rankin’s Lake is a 3 1/3 acre former fishing lake in Anderson, S.C. that is now home to a comfortable, low maintenance, affordable community with natural areas preserved to provide the feel of an established neighborhood. To learn more about this community visit www.chapmandesign.com.

Luxury condominiums and lofts are also popular along the lake front. WaterMarke, ideally located along the shores of Lake Hartwell near Clemson, Greenville and Anderson, offers the maintenance free lifestyle that so many home buyers are seeking. Each residence faces the waterfront and features spacious decks that highlight the fantastic lake views. WaterMarke also offers a fitness/club room, and lagoon style pool surrounded by waterfalls and intriguing stone work. A limited number of boat slips are still available and a public boat ramp is just minutes away. To learn more about WaterMarke visit www.watermarkesc.com.

In addition to WaterMarke, there is also Lofts By The Lake at Apalache Mill, located along 900 feet of shoreline at Apalache lake near downtown Greer. Original heart pine columns and beams, historic brick with 18 foot ceilings, massive windows, balconies, patios, rooftop terrace, and excellent amenities make this project unmatched in the upstate. Nature trails, kayaking, canoeing, sailing,
boating, fishing, outdoor cooking and more are at your door steps. Visit www.loftsbythelake.com for more information on this community.

The Upstate is home to so many waterfront living opportunities we can’t mention them all, but we do want to mention our real estate firms that specialize in the sale of existing lake front properties as well as lake lots on which to build. Lots can be acquired independently or as part of a community. Two firms that specialize in waterfront living in the Upstate are Hartwell Lake Properties (www.BuyLake.com) and
Lake Russell Properties (www.lakerussellproperties.com). Hartwell Lake properties specializes in properties on and around lake Hartwell and Lake Russell Properties specializes in homes and lots on and around Lake Russell, near Anderson, SC.