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The Best Times at Lake Hartwell - Large Lake House near Clemson w/Pontoon Rental

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Townville, SC
  • Lake Hartwell
    1 min walk
  • T. Ed Garrison Arena
    23 min drive
  • Clemson University
    26 min drive
  • Anderson, SC (AND-Anderson County Regional)
    22 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Best Times at Lake Hartwell - Large Lake House near Clemson w/Pontoon Rental

This Lake Hartwell waterfront, six-bedroom home is perfect for family gatherings and get-togethers. Located on a wide cove, this area is perfect for the family who loves water sports. Down the gentle hill, the dock is equipped with a covered slip. A beautiful pontoon boat with 115 hp engine is available to rent (at an additional fee-pontoon not available during winter, December 1- February 28). There is also space on the dock for two additional boats. Two kayaks and a stand-up paddle board are available to explore the lake. Enjoy the beautiful views of the lake from the house while relaxing on the deck.
The modern lake house includes a large living area with a fireplace, hardwood floors, and 65” SmartTV with DirecTV making your game day gathering complete! There is a gaming table/bar, a dart board, as well as board games for the whole family to enjoy. The large, well-equipped kitchen features entertaining essentials and opens to the dining area, and the grills on the deck provide the perfect arena for the family grill-master.
For your convenience, there is a laundry room with an additional refrigerator as well as a bright sunroom, bedroom and bathroom on the main floor. Upstairs, the impressive master suite has a king bed, private bathroom with a garden tub and separate shower, as well as an adjoining kids’ room that sleeps three. Down the hall, you’ll find three additional bedrooms – two with queen beds, one with a king—and a full bathroom.
Just a few miles off I-85, Exit 11, this quiet property is conveniently located to Clemson University, restaurants, and shopping.
This comfortable home is ideal for large families with children, football weekends, and get-togethers with friends. The Best Times await you at the lake!
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Hartwell. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • 16.7 miles (26.8 km) from Clemson University and 0.1 miles (0.1 km) from Lake Hartwell
The Best Times at Lake Hartwell - Large Lake House near Clemson w/Pontoon Rental offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Rick

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: security deposit may be lost if smoke is detected

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Well-behaved dogs that are house broken considered

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Kid friendly dishes & pack'n play are available.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Large Lake Hartwell house near Clemson
Escape to Lake Hartwell Large house near Clemson

The Best Times at Lake Hartwell - Large Lake House near Clemson w/Pontoon Rental Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay on the Lake
The property was as advertised, very well outfitted for a family gathering. The accommodations were terrific, The home was neat and clean and provided all the everything needed to make the stay enjoyable to all ages and interests.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house for a group
Our group of 6 really enjoyed this house. The layout was great for us, with the bedrooms all feeling very cozy and quiet. (It's worth noting that the bunk bed room is only accessible THROUGH the master bedroom, which wasn't an issue for us but I don't know if we realized that ahead of time). The kitchen was well stocked with cooking pans and utensils. We enjoyed all the different seating areas, from the screen porch to outdoor dining table and the cozy living room. We also enjoyed relaxing on the dock (and a few folks went for a chilly swim!) Even though the neighbor houses seem quite close, the layout of the house and windows gave us a sense of privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P., Perry

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time on the Lake
Our family of 10 stayed for 5 nights and found everything provided to be thoughtful and generous. The dock and the pontoon boat were the highlights, and we used the boat every day of our stay. Swimming next to the dock was enjoyable, as was the use of the kayaks and paddle board. There were a couple of minor problems that were dealt with promptly by the host to our satisfaction. At one point we had 6 cars parked in the driveway and there was ample room for all of them. We used to have a lakehouse on Hartwell lake and our stay brought back pleasant memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Times for sure!!!
We had an amazing time at this property. It was plenty big enough, extremely clean, and one of the most well stocked VRBO’s I’ve done. Everything about the process was so easy from checking in to check out and everything in between. The property itself is phenomenal, a great location, hanging on the dock was a blast as was taking the boat out a few times for strolls around the lake. I can’t see enough good things about our stay and the property itself. We will definitely be looking to book it again one day.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Atlantic beach , FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas at the lake
Had another wonderful family Christmas at this beautiful home! Always perfect for my family and has everything we needed. Hosts always wonderful to work with and make sure the home is just perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
GT vs Clemson family and friends weekend
The house was great! We had a great time. We enjoyed the openness of the downstairs where we all could gather and enjoy each others company. We cooked most of the meals there and used the grill and flat top grill. Everything worked great! All the bedrooms worked out perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay near Clemson
This house was fantastic - clean, comfortable, and as described in VRBO. Rick and Johanna were very responsive and accommodating. It is a 25 minute drive to campus, but I would highly recommend if visiting Clemson with a big group.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family, fun and football
The property was great and well equipped with plenty of space to hang out. The pontoon rental was so convenient for a nice day on the lake. Overall super fun long weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lake property
Our family had such a nice time at the lake house. The house layout was perfect for us, clean, spacious and well equipped. The host communicated well and in a timely manner with anything we needed. It was so nice to be able to rent the pontoon with the house as well. We would definitely come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Rental
The house has everything. Very well stocked and thought out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Atlantic beach , FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas family getaway
This was our second time spending our holiday at this beautiful house! Always a wonderful experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun time- on the lake
Joanna place is very well equipped- all you need is there - the property is beautiful andvrelaxi
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John R., Fort Mill, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Clemson Home Game Getaway
This property was just as described and more! We just hate we couldn't stay longer to enjoy all the amenities that come with the property. Owners were very nice and accommodating. Lake and views were beautiful! Would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Long Weekend
Clean house on nice property by the lake. Dock was great for coffee in the mornings and the house was clean and well stocked. Overall a nice place to visit and would love to be able to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a wonderful week!
Wow - what a wonderful week we had at your home! We loved everything from having a fully equipped kitchen to the very short distance to the dock! We had plenty of room and I was so happy with all of the supplies that came with the house (which usually never happens). The owners were very responsive when contacted and were very accommodating. Loved everything about this property and am already looking at dates for our return next year! Thanks again for making our family vacation time so special!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy W., Charlotte, NC USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Townville, SC 20220806
Communication with the property owner was excellent. The house was the best stocked house for kitchen items that we have ever stayed at. The house was in great condition with all TVs working. The dock with the property was very well built and very functional. Everyone loved the place and had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake house heaven
We booked this house for July 4 week for our family (adult children with us) . So happy they bought a boat and were able to offer that for an additional fee. It was perfect. Floating do go t off the dock and the lake is ginormous so this bring in a cove was a great location. Getting up and down to the dock was easy (a hill). House is comfy and can seat a total of 10 in the dining area so was perfect. The 6th bedroom - bunk bed room- it’s not actually adjacent to the master - it’s INSIDE the master. We were happy we didn’t end up needing to use it as that would have been a game changer for us. There were deer each evening just down the street. Boat ramp really close as we had a waverunner. We had 10 people overall for the week but 8 was the most at one time. Perfect - remote and quiet - we floated and boated the whole time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

andrea t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing time.
We had an amazing time. This place was very spacious, very clean, and well stocked. The beds were one of the most comfortable beds we have slept on at vacation home. The host answered all my questions and were very helpful. We rented the hosts"s boat and it was very nice pontoon boat. We made memories to last a lifetime here. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake Rental
We very much enjoyed our stay at this lake house. We have rented a lot of vacation homes and this was, by far, the best stocked house we ever stayed at. Everything we could think of was provided by the hosts. The lake is an easy walk straight out from the house as well and the dock and lake are great. The hosts were also very responsive when we had questions. The only thing I would flag for others traveling with young kids who are planning to use the bunk room is that it is not only attached to the master bedroom, but can only be accessed through the master the bedroom - meaning, if the kids need to get up in the middle of the night, they must go through the master bedroom. Otherwise, a great stay and we would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Forrest E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful quiet space with plenty of wildlife.
This house has everything you need to have a wonderful vacation or getaway. Super Clean and Plenty of Space. We had 9 in our group and always had our own space. The views from in and out of the house are very nice as there are plenty. If you rent thw boat, you will not be disapointed....it is very new and well kept.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Fathers Day
The only way our stay could have have been better was if we could have stayed longer. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house and property! The BEST!
This homeowner goes above and beyond to make sure guests have everything they need for their stay. We had a group of 10 and were all very comfortable. Space to all sit and eat, as well as gather for games. And space to get away from everyone and nap! Felt like home right away. Communication was easy. Host replied to questions very quickly. Easy check-in and out. The property is on a very quiet inlet of Lake Hartwell. Paddle boarding, kayaking, and just sitting on the dock was so peaceful. We had a wonderful time with family just being together and relaxing. This is the perfect house for extended family or friends. Too many positives to even list them all! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home! This Florida family will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lake House
The Bests were the BEST :) incredibly responsive and helpful through our stay. The place was exactly as pictured. We took the boat out for a day and had the most fun as a family
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Atlantic beach , FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Christmas
Beautiful home with plenty of room for our entire family at Christmas! Appreciated all the extras and was well stocked for cooking our holiday meals. Home was lovely with plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great fall break!
We had a great time. Had three teenage kids with us and they each had a room and we all had plenty of space. The house was amazing had lots to do!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021