Getaway And Unwind Surrounded By Nature In The South Carolina Forest
By AnneMarie|Published June 15, 2023
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South Carolina has been home for AnneMarie since 2001. Her favorite part of the state is Lake Jocassee. An App State alumna, it's always the mountains; the lake bonus makes it heavenly. When not writing about the state, she may be spending time with family, relaxing by the pool, or out somewhere enjoying nature.
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One of the largest recreational lakes in the southeastern United States and a top fishing lake in the country, Lake Hartwell covers around 56,000 acres and is located in both South Carolina and Georgia. It’s a wonderful destination with options for lakeside dining and neat places to stay overnight, from rentals to campgrounds. And there’s one such spot we’re excited to share with you to consider the next time you’re looking for the perfect place for a weekend getaway in South Carolina.
Tucked away along Lake Hartwell's northern finger is a cozy Getaway House tiny cabin, which allows you to go off-grid and experience life unplugged. You can just feel how tranquil it is there!
Set on 54 private acres of dense, old-growth forests and extensive trails, there are a total of 40 cabins.
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There are many fun things to do during the day, including spending some time on the lake. It's one of the best places for fishing in South Carolina and is frequently the location for tournaments.
Get fishing tips from the best... South Carolina native and fishing pro Brian Latimer, who competed in his first tournament at Lake Hartwell as a second grader:
Another fun daytime experience during your weekend getaway is hiking the nearby Yellow Branch Falls trail in the Sumter National Forest to this beauty of a waterfall. It's 50 feet high and the trail is three miles out-and-back, a moderately challenging hike.
For lunch, check out Keowee Brewing Company in downtown Seneca on East Main Street. You'll have a blast trying beer samples along with a great sandwich or some pizza.
Bonaterra Craft Bar and Scratch Kitchen on Ram Cat Alley, also in downtown Seneca, is a great option for dinner with a creative Latin-inspired menu. For something different, try the avocado fries or blueberry mojito, which are customer favorites.
If you'd like something more classic and traditional, you could have something like chicken fajita soup.
When you're finished exploring or if you just want to stay in at the cabin, it's perfectly appointed with all the necessities. Take some time for a digital detox and to recharge!
The kitchen area includes a mini-fridge and a two-burner stove for preparing any meals you'd like to eat right here at the cabin. There are pots, pans, and dishware for your use as well.
This Getaway Outpost is about 50 minutes from Greenville, a beautiful city full of family-friendly attractions, foodie-friendly dining options, and more.
