Known as the oldest African-American church in the Upstate of South Carolina, Soapstone Baptist Church in Pickens was established and built in the 1860’s. Although this church’s location affords a beautiful view of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the church is named for the abundance of soapstone found in the area. Not only is this… Read more »
Don’t Wait On Building Your Retirement Dreams
So, you’re planning to construct a “retirement” home and you’re worried about building costs? One must assume you’ve amassed enough wealth to live out your remaining days in financial comfort, regardless of the vagaries of building commodity prices and their relatively minor impact on construction cost. My advice is to build and start enjoying your… Read more »
Snake Awareness: Knowing the Good Kind of Snakes
Like avocados are a good kind of fat, so there are also good kinds of snakes! And when we say good, we mean beneficial as well! Did you know that a Black King snake can attack or even kill a Copperhead as well as pest animals? Across South Carolina, we have over 38 species… Read more »
Get To Know: Friends of Lake Keowee Society
Lake Keowee inspires so many through its impeccable beauty that there is actually even a conservation group specifically created for keeping Keowee beautiful. Formed in 1993, the Friends of Lake Keowee Society is a group of conservationists and lake enthusiasts with a mission to “preserve, protect and enhance Lake Keowee and its watershed through advocacy,… Read more »
Highlands, NC to Host “Bear Shadow Music Festival”
We all need a break every now and then and if you’re in need for a mini-getaway or simply a day trip, consider Highlands, North Carolina. Recently featured as one of Country Living magazine’s best small towns, this charming location’s motto is “The Height of Happiness” and that is increasingly appreciated as you make your… Read more »
Getting ready for boating season on Lake Keowee
It is almost that time of year! The temperatures are rising and the beautiful emerald Lake Keowee seems to be taunting you. The days of sunset cruises and soaking up the sun are just around the corner! It is time to pull that boat or PWC out of storage, dust it off and find that… Read more »
Rare Flower in Pickens County Discovered!
Many of us are aware of the Oconee Bell flower, famed wildflower that is rare and found in just a few locations of the North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia mountains. Well, next county over has a new claim-to-fame in the flower department! Pickens County, specifically the Nine Times Preserve, is home to a flowering… Read more »
Introducing 145 Mirror Lake Way
Today we’re spotlighting an amazing piece of property that would make a fantastic dream home location. Located within The Cliffs at Keowee Springs, there awaits a superb lakefront homesite just waiting to be developed! Lot 41 of Phase 2 (145 Mirror Lake Way) is a gently sloping lot that grants access to Lake Keowee via… Read more »
Beyond the Surface: Lake Jocassee
When we think about Lake Jocassee we tend to envision the vast blue water, endless views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, numerous waterfalls, and maybe even the gorges and protected forests that surround. But did you know that Lake Jocassee is actually a man-made reservoir, and that underneath, homes and structures are still visible? We… Read more »
Hike to a lakeside pavilion high in the mountains
The Cliffs Communities are well sought after for their seamless blending of luxury homes and world-class amenities within breathtaking natural surroundings. Many of their Lake Keowee and South Carolina communities offer not only golfing, dining, and boating, but also miles of beautiful trails for avid outdoorsmen to enjoy. From beginners to the most experienced… Read more »
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