Justin Winter's Carolina Lake and Mountain Blog

SC State Parks to Reopen May 1st!

Good News for this weekend!  The South Carolina State Parks are set to reopen on Friday, May 1st.  Please understand that there are some limitations to the reopening. Picnic shelters, visitor centers, and community buildings will still be closed.  Each park will also lower the capacity.  Once the park reaches its threshold, the gates will… Read more »

How About a Game of “Hide and Seek”?

Anyone up to the challenge of a game of “hide and seek” – or perhaps it should be called “Spot Mila”! During the photography/filming for our Virtual Tour of 310 Eastatoe Parkway in The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards, we had a guest appearance!  Mila is the precious, and curious, cat of the homeowners and she… Read more »

A Lake Keowee Sanctuary in a Natural Setting (Plus, A Fisherman’s Paradise!)

Lake Keowee, South Carolina, is a very popular spot for fishing.  This unique reservoir covers over 18,000 acres here in the Upstate and the dominant species of the lake is the spotted bass.  This bass population feeds on primarily threadfin shad but also some blueback herring as well. For anyone who has been to this… Read more »

Inspiring Views of Lake Keowee and Vineyards Golf Course

Welcome to 233 Long Cove Court in The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards on Lake Keowee! Nestled on an elevated home site over a wide cove is this charming stone front cottage with inspiring views that include the lake as well as several golf holes. Porches on both levels ensure the out-of-doors is always close at… Read more »