







The Remarkable Beauty
Jocassee Gorges and Lake Jocassee Lake Keowee
Greenville Clemson Highlands, Cashiers, Walhalla, Seneca, and Pendleton
The Extraordinary Lifestyle of Lake Keowee Communities
» The Cliffs Communities
The Cliffs at Keowee Falls
The Cliffs at Keowee Springs
The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards
The Cliffs Mountain Region & Asheville
» The Reserve at Lake Keowee
» Keowee Key
» Wyndward Pointe
» Waterside Crossing
» Waterford Pointe
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Experience a place of remarkable beauty where you can find an extraordinary lifestyle…a place you will love to call HOME.
The Jocassee Gorges, located in upstate South Carolina, is an incomparable wilderness filled with waterfalls, dramatic landscapes, and diverse flora and fauna. From a quiet getaway beside a mountain stream to the full 77 mile-long hike, the Foothills Trail offers a uniquely intimate look into the eco-region which National Geographic named one of “50 of the World’s Last Great Places – Destinations of a Lifetime” (Copyright © 2012 National Geographic Society)
» Jocassee Gorges’ topography and climate provides perfect conditions that support its incredible biodiversity, with an amazing range of flora and fauna. The steep terrain accounts for spectacular waterfalls throughout Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina. More than 60 rare plants, including 90% of the world’s Oconee Bells, can be found in the Jocassee Gorges.
» Jocassee Gorges’ topography and climate provides perfect conditions that support its incredible biodiversity, with an amazing range of flora and fauna. The steep terrain accounts for spectacular waterfalls throughout Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina. More than 60 rare plants, including 90% of the world’s Oconee Bells, can be found in the Jocassee Gorges.
» The lake’s 7,500 acres are fed by a 125-square mile watershed and the mountain streams of North Carolina, and has over a million acres of protected land surrounding the lake.
» The lake’s 7,500 acres are fed by a 125-square mile watershed and the mountain streams of North Carolina, and has over a million acres of protected land surrounding the lake.
» Devils Fork State Park, located on the southern side of Lake Jocassee, is called an outdoor lover’s paradise. The clear, clean water provides for endless water activities including boating, swimming, fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving. Take an easy hike to Sassafras Mountain, the highest point in South Carolina. The summit, at 3,350 feet above sea level, provides a magnificent panoramic view of South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. Other local hikes take you to beautiful Twin Falls, Whitewater Falls or Spoonauger Falls.
» Devils Fork State Park, located on the southern side of Lake Jocassee, is called an outdoor lover’s paradise. The clear, clean water provides for endless water activities including boating, swimming, fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving. Take an easy hike to Sassafras Mountain, the highest point in South Carolina. The summit, at 3,350 feet above sea level, provides a magnificent panoramic view of South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. Other local hikes take you to beautiful Twin Falls, Whitewater Falls or Spoonauger Falls.
The magnificent pristine emerald waters of Lake Keowee and the stunning sunrise and sunset views over the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains create an extraordinary setting for your new home.
» Located at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Upstate South Carolina, Lake Keowee is an 18,500 acre recreational hydro-power lake with crystal clear water and over 300 miles of shoreline which creates beautiful settings for waterfront and interior homes. You may choose to live in a quiet cove or on the “big” water where you can appreciate the spectacular mountain views.
» Gorgeous homes and vibrant neighborhoods are found along the shore of Lake Keowee, many as part of carefully developed luxury club communities. You can find or build your dream home, and enjoy the many amenities the lake offers, from boating to fishing to water sports, sailing, kayaking, and so much more.
» Lake Keowee is surrounded by picturesque towns with boutique stores and charming cafes and restaurants, numerous waterfalls and hiking trails, and the area is a nature lover’s delight. The lake’s location also offers easy access to metropolitan cities with unlimited cultural and sports activities as well as major airports, local colleges and technical schools, large shopping and business complexes, and world-class universities offering wide-ranging degree programs.
With a population of roughly 75,000 in 2022, this thriving town is expected to grow even more in the next few years. Residents range from young medical professionals coming to work for Prisma Health or the Bon Secours System, to engineers with Michelin, BMW, GE, BASF, and Mitsubishi. Lockheed Martin, 3M, and Bosch also number among Greenville’s large employers drawing accountants, attorneys and other professionals. Retirees come from the Northeast, Midwest, Great Lake, West Coast and Florida, as well as those who have opted to work remotely instead of in New York City, Texas, California, and Washington, DC. The residents of Greenville have chosen an accessible community along the I-85 corridor with four distinct seasons, incredible outdoor beauty, loads of activity and culture, along with a healthy dose of southern charm.
For fun, residents of Greenville can choose from Triumph professional soccer, the Drive professional baseball, Swamp Rabbits pro hockey, or Clemson athletics (it’s a scenic 45-minute drive to the Tigers’ home field!) Plus there are close to 50 golf courses in the Greenville area alone. Greenville’s award-winning downtown provides residents and visitors with waterfalls, cafes and parks, as well as world class dining and shopping, and a love of the local arts. America’s only single suspension pedestrian bridge is located in downtown Greenville, overlooking the beautiful, 26 acre Falls Park. Throughout the year, there are large food festivals, art festivals, theater options, and world-class museums.
Princeton Review named Clemson as #1 in the US for “town-and-gown” relations with its University. (2021)
The painted tiger paws lead visitors into Clemson, a special and unique town in South Carolina. As the home of Clemson University, and its legendary three-time national championship football program, so much of the town is driven by the relationship between the university and the people who live in and around the area. Clemson does it well, forging a tight bond with the university and its students, offering the charm of a small town with the excitement of a large city with multitudes of cultural and athletic events available for residents and visitors to the area. Many of the university’s alumni return to live or work in this region as they formed a tight connection with Clemson while studying at the school.
Dip your toes in the cool waters of Lake Hartwell. Listen to the carillon play.
Marvel at the talents of world-renowned performers. Cheer for your favorite team.
Experience the feeling of home that draws individuals from across the globe to Clemson and fosters relationships that last a lifetime.
But Clemson is more than the University. Whether it is fine dining or a casual atmosphere, Clemson has all kinds of restaurants and bars offering a variety of food and spirits. There are many places to shop, have coffee, or to just hang out and visit with friends. Spend a day boating on Lake Hartwell or nearby Lake Keowee, visit the Blue Ridge Mountains, or explore the local hiking trails and waterfalls.
Clemson is a leading research institution with more than 80 undergraduate majors and 130 graduate degrees, and students from all over the globe come to study at the school. As a world class university, Clemson offers a multitude of athletic and cultural activities including drama and musical productions. Most are open to the public.
Clemson students enjoy many traditions, including First Friday Parade, Tiger Rag, and Running Down the HIll (which claims to be the most exciting 25 seconds in college football!) Yet two traditions travel beyond the campus - these Tigers produce the renowned Clemson Blue Cheese and Clemson Ice Cream, available on campus and in local grocery stores. Clemson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference and have won many national and conference championships, including the 2021 NCAA Men’s Soccer National Championship.
Just a short drive north of Lake Keowee are the charming communities of Cashiers and Highlands. These picturesque towns are filled with enchanting boutiques, luxury accommodations, quaint cafes, and coffee shops. A popular vacation location, Cashiers and Highlands offer opportunities for a round of golf on beautiful courses, fly fishing in nearby rivers, relaxation at the Old Edwards Inn and Spa following a hike to nearby Whitewater Falls,or a day spent exploring the nearby Nantahala Forest and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
At roughly 4,100 feet above sea level, Highlands is one of the highest incorporated towns east of the Rockies, where seasonal changes paint a gorgeous natural picture year-round.
The towns surrounding Lake Keowee offer a wide variety of shopping experiences as well as plenty of fine and casual dining. These towns have been carefully revitalized in recent years, making the area around the lake an enjoyable destination for residents and visitors. In the Spring and Summer, Seneca hosts “Jazz in the Alley”, a fun-filled family jazz concert and gathering each Thursday evening on Ram Cat Alley. Pendleton features boutique stores and restaurants on the town square, Walhalla is full of cute shops and a myriad of great restaurants, and is home to the historic St. John’s Lutheran Church which is listed on the National Register of Historical Places.
Located just a few miles from Lake Keowee, the Walhalla Performing Arts Center is a world-class facility which hosts performances, conferences and special events in order to enhance the cultural and social life of Upstate South Carolina. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this carefully restored former school building has a long history of presenting spectacular shows and popular entertainers.
YOUR JOURNEY LEADS YOU TO AN EXTRAORDINARY LIFESTYLE YOUR JOURNEY LEADS YOU TO AN EXTRAORDINARY LIFESTYLE
From the clear emerald waters of Lake Keowee to the mountain regions near Greenville and Asheville, The Cliffs has established seven magnificent club communities inspired by their gorgeous natural environment.
THE CLIFFS AT KEOWEE SPRINGS
THE CLIFFS AT KEOWEE FALLS
THE CLIFFS AT KEOWEE VINEYARDS
THE CLIFFS AT MOUNTAIN PARK
THE CLIFFS AT GLASSY
THE CLIFFS VALLEY
THE CLIFFS AT WALNUT COVE
Membership in one Cliffs community provides access to all the extraordinary amenities at all seven clubs, so find your dream home in the mountains or on the lake, and enjoy the unique amenities offered in each of the other exclusive clubs.
Visit these vibrant communities to discover the luxurious life that is found in this amazing region of the Southeast.
Current Market Price: Homes: $700 k - $5m+ Homesites: $25k - $1.0m+
With over 20 miles of private shoreline and 2,400 forested acres, The Cliffs at Keowee Falls offers endless indoor and outdoor activities for members. Enjoy fine dining at the Grand Clubhouse after an afternoon of golf on the 7,171 yard Jack Nicklaus signature golf course
Take an invigorating hike among the dense forests, natural waterfalls and fields of blooming Oconee Bells. Exercise daily at the state-of-the-art Wellness Center with its heated zero-entry pool, and finish with a relaxing drink on the spacious outdoor gazebo. Picnic above Falls Creek, the largest waterfall on Lake Keowee or travel by boat and enjoy the falls by water.
Tennis and pickleball are also popular leisure activities with club tournaments a favorite among competitors.
Spend the morning learning to paddleboard at the family friendly Keowee Springs Beach Club while the kids and grandkids enjoy the excitement of the winding water slides at the club pool. Relax over a casual lunch at the grille.
Connect with the “Sassy Sixers,” the Cliff’s ladies golf group or grab some clubs and hit the cleverly designed golf course which incorporates three loops of six holes and a set of family tees. Or join the Outdoor Pursuits team on an adventure through the newest amenity, the Sportsman Trail. Enjoy 12 stations including axe throwing, knife throwing, sling shots, archery and pellet guns.
The Blue Ridge Mountain vistas and the stunning Lake Keowee water views are blended beautifully in the The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards community, set on the northern end of the lake.
Horse lovers will appreciate the Vineyards Equestrian Center with its training and riding circles, beautiful stables, and the miles of shaded horse trails throughout the community which lead to more than 200 miles of trails in the Jocassee Gorges Wilderness area.
Following a vigorous trail ride, enjoy the pleasure of a glass of wine at the popular Lakehouse. Appropriately named for the many vineyards of native muscadine grapes that are grown in the community, The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards is well known for its fine dining and its wine collection. Joining the Cliffs Wine Consortium provides even more opportunities to learn from the Club’s sommeliers and enjoy the fruits and spirits.
A friendly round of competitive golf on a sunny spring day. An energetic bike ride along the Swamp Rabbit Trail. A hike in the Pisgah National Forest. Tennis lessons for the grandchildren. Fine dining and extraordinary wine in an elegant atmosphere. A bourbon tasting event or culinary skills lessons from a chef. White water rafting on the Nantahala. Fishing on Lake Jocassee after a day of water sports. A trail ride on horseback. A glorious sunrise on Lake Keowee and a magnificent sunset over the Blue Ridge Mountains. A Broadway performance of “Hamilton” at the Peace Center. A Christmas tour of the Biltmore House and Gardens. Relaxation on a porch swing as the day winds down. The best of life. The Cliffs style.
DOES YOUR JOURNEY HOME LEAD TO ONE OF THESE CLIFFS COMMUNITIES?
One of the premier club communities on Lake Keowee, The Reserve is an extraordinary place to live, work and play. Why not work from home in this 21st century world? Spend your work time on the computer and phone, then hop on a boat and teach the kids to water ski or wakeboard. You might want to head to the golf course or tennis courts for a match with friends. Enter a pickleball tourney or enjoy a walk on the Waterfront Park and Trail or join family for a picnic on the Great Lawn, or at Capehart Park, or Turkey Ridge Park. These parks have many sports activities to keep grandchildren busy for hours. There is much to do, but also much to enjoy while relaxing over a glass of wine
or a fine dining experience at the Clubhouse. The Reserve, established in 2000, spans 3,900 acres with 30 miles of shoreline on Lake Keowee. This award-winning luxury golf community has nearly 650 homes with members from over 30 different countries. Residents enjoy the remarkable beauty and extraordinary lifestyle that the best of amenities in this stunning location nestled near the Blue Ridge Mountains on Lake Keowee has to offer.
Current Market Price:
Homes: $700k - $5.0 m+
Homesites: $25k - $1.0 m+
Orchard Clubhouse » Wellness Center » Tennis & Pickleball » Pools & Outdoor Pavilion
Jack Nickulas Signature Golf Course » Village Center & Market » Full Service Marina
The journey to home is all about community at Keowee Key, where neighbors become friends and folks enjoy mutual interests through a variety of social clubs. The temperate climate of the Upstate South Carolina region allows residents year-round opportunities to enjoy all the outdoor activities including golf, tennis, pickleball, hiking, biking and walking on the Keowee Key leisure trail. The clear water of Lake Keowee may be a little cold for winter swimming, but residents can enjoy boating, kayaking and canoing even in January and February.
Over 300 players compete on the 14 lighted tennis courts, while the eight pickleball courts are often filled with tournament and recreational play. There are more than 45 fitness classes each week in the Fitness Center which has all the latest equipment, a highly trained staff and an indoor pool.
Golfers play on the newly updated 18-hole par 72 course which provides five tee boxes for different skill levels. Keowee Key is home to active men’s and women’s leagues.
The Club and Conference Center is a beautiful gathering place for members who enjoy fine and casual dining. Residents can join a competitive hand of cards or spend time learning to dance or paint with other members. Keowee Key is owned and governed by the residents through the Property Owner’s Association.
Keowee Key is country club living at its best.
Current Market Value: Homes, Condominiums and Townhouses: $200k - $2 m
Homesites: $25k - $250k
Wynward Pointe is a spectacular and unique community on the northern shores of Lake Keowee. Homes have been strategically placed to provide extraordinary views from every window, highlighting the crystal clear waters of the lake or the perfectly landscaped yards and common areas. The neighborhood’s 117 home sites are found behind three separate entrances–Wynward I, II, and III, and separated by beautiful quiet coves, yet friendships among the homeowners provides a close-knit community.
Residents and guests of this private neighborhood, Wynward Pointe, may spend a morning fishing from their dock, followed by an afternoon skiing and tubing behind the family’s boat. Evenings may find friends gathered for dinner and drinks on a neighbor’s covered porch, or roasting marshmallows over the flames and warmth of the outdoor firepit.
The magnificent Blue Ridge mountains stand majestically on the horizon of Lake Keowee, with endless hiking trails and waterfalls to explore, all within a short drive from Wyndward Pointe. The enchanting towns of Seneca, Walhalla, Clemson, Highlands and Cashiers are close, and you can easily spend an afternoon lunching with friends and shopping in the charming stores.
Wyndward Pointe is an excellent choice for those seeking a close community within a private setting.
Current Market Value:
Homes: $900k - $6 m
Homesites: $75k - $250k
With some of the most stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Waterside Crossing is one of the most beautiful communities on Lake Keowee. With over four miles of shoreline, 400+ acres of homes and build-able lots, and 50 acres of common areas, Waterside Crossing may be the perfect home for folks who desire a close connection with neighbors and friends in a community where the social life is fun and active.
From friendly card games in the Clubhouse to competitive tennis or pickleball matches on the lighted courts to swimming with the grandchildren in the junior Olympic size pool,residents of Waterside Crossing find many opportunities for an active lifestyle year-round. Take a walk down the
1.3 mile trail weaving through the community, or enjoy a picnic with family and friends at the lakeside pavilion.
Waterside Crossing’s amenities contribute to the enjoyment of living in this gorgeous neighborhood.
This beautiful community is located near High Falls County Park which offers additional outdoor recreation facilities including a fishing pier, volleyball and basketball courts.
Homes in this lovely neighborhood have been custom built to take advantage of the beautiful lake and mountain views.
Current Market Price:
Homes: $700k - $2.5m+
Homesites: $80k - $800k+
One of the most magnificent communities on Lake Keowee, Waterford Point is located about halfway up the lake just off State Road 130. The community is known for its active social life with numerous activities planned for residents throughout the year. Most homes in Waterford Pointe are waterfront, some with water on three sides.
With over 400 acres and more than four miles of shoreline, this well-established neighborhood has gorgeous landscaping, excellent water and mountain views, and the only lakeside clubhouse and swimming pool in a Lake Keowee community. Waterford Pointe also has lighted tennis-pickleball courts, a children’s playground, paved walking trail and a boat and RV storage lot, making it one of the most family-friendly neighborhoods on the lake. Blazing colorful sunsets viewed from Waterford Pointe are absolutely amazing! Imagine eating supper on your back porch as the sun sets magnificently over the mountain vista to the north.
Location, location, location...With its location at mid-lake, Waterford Pointe is just 10 minutes from Seneca and Clemson, and just an hour from Greenville. Like other communities on Lake Keowee, Waterford Pointe provides easy access to Oconee County waterfalls, hiking trails, shopping, restaurants, college and professional sporting events and nearby towns. Golfers will find several public courses nearby, including the Walker Course on Clemson University, where the 17th green and bunkers reflect the iconic tiger paw logo.
Current Market Value:
Homes: $700k - $2 m Homesites: $100k - $400k
And I am committed to finding success in all my real estate connections.
My wife, Betty, and I visited the Upstate South Carolina area in 2007, and immediately fell in love with the pristine water of the lakes, the gorgeous mountain views, the natural beauty of land virtually untouched by humans, the four distinct seasons, and the kindness of the people we met. We bought a home site that year, and visited several times in 2008 and 2009. On our weeklong and weekend visits, we quickly realized how special this area really is. My wife made the comment that once we were living here it would be like we were always on vacation.
When I am not helping my clients find their ideal home or home site, you’ll probably find me enjoying all the outdoor activities that the area offers, including golf, pickleball, tennis, hiking with our dogs, and spending time on the lakes. I like to start my day working out at the exercise club because I find it invigorating–however, those who know me well will tell you it is because of my enjoyment of food.
My goal as a Realtor is to serve sellers, buyers, and investors who are considering the Lake Keowee area. My commitment is to serve my clients with honesty, integrity, and unwavering representation. I strive to have lifelong relationships with my clients, and to be a constant resource for years after our initial transaction. My philosophy is straightforward–to treat others as I want to be treated, and to focus on what is best for them. I am driven to be the best, not the biggest!
david@prominentkeoweeproperties.com 864.508.1717
I appreciate that you have taken time to understand what motivates me to live and work in the lake area. I hope to have the opportunity to put my knowledge and the expertise of our expert COMPASS team to work for you and your family.