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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Townville, SC
  • Lake Hartwell
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Clemson University
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Memorial Stadium
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Clemson, SC (CEU-Oconee County Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Adult Bedroom (upstairs)

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Kids Bedroom (upstairs

2 Double Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Sofa Sleeper

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Convenience

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tranquil, Close to the Water, Swim/Boat Dock, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Misty Mornin's

Please...ALWAYS email us BEFORE attempting to book, or things can get real complicated. Consider yourself warned!!! Let's make sure we are a good fit for each other, right. We will not complete any booking without a proper email discussion.

We require an "official" guest list with all names and ages, including daytime guests, and any pets visiting or staying.

We are proudly a true VRBO'er, the most important part being By Owner. That means we offer the attention to detail, cleanliness, and amenities that you would expect from owners who are intimately and directly involved with the care and management of their cabin. It also means we have another life! and are NOT on duty 24/7 (except for emergencies of course).

We are giving you our best, and we expect your best in return. We do not care to be treated like the Economy Inn. We hope you can tell the difference and treat us accordingly. We are not your best option for bargain hunters, but do provide one of the best values available for quality of your intimate lake front experience.

This is our third property, we have been doing this for over 16 years. We didn't mean to get into this business, but here we are! Our two cabins in the North Georgia Mountains have almost 100% 5 star ratings, over 140 reviews. And then we thought - LAKE HOUSE!!!!

We give you the kind of vacation rental experience that you want. Our attention to detail is legendary, and not just in our own minds! Just take look see...

**We provide 2 adult kayaks, 2 kids kayaks, a paddle boat, and all sizes of life jackets required. Please check water temperatures if you intend on using water toys.**

Property manager

Steve
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Only dogs - two max. See note below.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only
You will provide us with an "official" guest list, with names and ages, before asking for a reservation
After the Reservation is confirmed, you will provide us with a valid current photo ID.
No pets on furniture, throws, or comforters. If you sleep with your dog, we must discuss!!!!

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Townville

Located in Townville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Seneca Historic District and Memorial Stadium are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Wyndham Plaza and Golden Corner Plaza. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Littlejohn Coliseum or T. Ed Garrison Arena. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Townville, SC

What's nearby

  • Lake Hartwell - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Clemson University - 16 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Walker Golf Course - 20 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 22 min drive - 18.2 km
  • T. Ed Garrison Arena - 22 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Clemson Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tyler's Pub at the Pier - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Farm Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McAdam's Pizza on the Go - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Grill at Clemson Marina - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil, Close to the Water, Swim/Boat Dock, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Misty Mornin's pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Tranquil, Close to the Water, Swim/Boat Dock, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Misty Mornin's?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil, Close to the Water, Swim/Boat Dock, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Misty Mornin's?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil, Close to the Water, Swim/Boat Dock, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Misty Mornin's located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Lake Hartwell and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Friendship Recreaction Area. Clemson University and Townville Landing are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Trip

We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and excellent facilities

Enjoyed all phases of the facility. Kitchen setup and appliances were modern and a true pleasure to use.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great family vacation

stillwater cove was so beautiful and peaceful. lots of calm water for paddle boarding and kayaking. calm beautiful mornings and a well stocked comfortable home that we loved.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stillwater Cove

Perfect place on the lake for our 3-generation family getaway. Everything was exactly as advertised. Conveniently located for us attending the Clemson football game.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

High School Fishing Tournament Stay

The house was amazing for our stay during the High School Fishing Tournament.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

laura w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Relaxing lake trip in the Fall

we enjoyed it!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation

This home is perfect for a lake vacation! It has everything you may need and more! From the cleanliness to all the amenities it was a wonderful week! It’s spacious, quiet, well maintained and great for all ages.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, rules posted so clearly spelled out how to and

Property was clean, easy to enjoy with all amenities advertised. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and comfortable vacation home

The property was clean, comfortable and well stocked. Very convenient. Had everything we needed. We also loved that the back yard wasn't too sloped and was close to the dock. Hope to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

LEANNA P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome House, Location and very enjoyable!!

We enjoyed the house VERY much! Everything we needed was there to use. The owner was very helpful with any questions and the notes around the house were answered any questions he didn't. Overall we had a wonderful stay and would definitely stay again! Thank you Steve for an awesome stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stillwater

Our family had a wonderful time at this property. The home was lovely and the lake setting was gorgeous. Our son brought his boat and we were able to use a slip at the dock. The house was stocked with everything we needed and we only wish we could have stayed longer. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clemson Parents Weekend

The house and outdoor area with the lake is really nice. The house has plenty of room, is fully stocked, was clean and very comfortable. The outdoor deck, hot tub, dock and easy lake accessibility was awesome! Steven was easy to communicate with and responsive and the instructions were very specific and clear. We definitely recommend this property and plan to stay again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You’ll love it..!

We came in for a football game and the location was perfect. Easy access to Clemson and to the town of Senica and Anderson. The place was immaculate, very thoughtful on how the house was presented. Instructions were easy to follow. Beautiful location on a nice quiet part of the lake and far enough from the neighbors to feel secluded. Water was perfect for swimming. Sunrises and sunsets on the dock made it ideal for coffee in the morning and a cocktails in the afternoon, if you get a little chilly just slip right into the hot tub. Perfect for our family and hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Hugh A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stillwater Cove

Very clean. Lots of space. Beautiful setting. Trash requirements were a little unsettling but we managed. Bathroom toilets were slow and not really effective. Had to plunge one upstairs bathroom even though it was only used for liquid waste. Minor issues for a very comfortable house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully appointed home on Lake Hartwell - highly recommend!!

We were down in the area to attend our son's graduation from Clemson and this property really had it all! Beautiful, tranquil lakefront location with plenty of seating on the back deck to enjoy the view. The dock was an awesome place to enjoy both coffee in the morning or a glass of wine at night, either on the swing or the chairs. We saw plenty of wildlife while relaxing out there. We have stayed at plenty of VRBO properties and I have to say, this so far, has been the most well-appointed property, as well as the cleanest one we have ever stayed at. The kitchen had everything we could have possibly needed and everything was CLEAN!! We don't have one negative thing to say about this property or Steve, our host - beautiful home, thank you for sharing it with us!!!!! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B., Great Falls, VA (DC suburbs)

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second time as great as the first

This was our second visit for a week at the lake, and it was a perfect week. The lake is just beautiful. We spent everyday fishing off the dock (when we weren’t moving kids into college). It’s peaceful and serene. We also explored the area a bit and found some cool restaurants within a 20 minute drive. The house is well equipped with a lot of nice touches. I’m going to have to buy heated mattress pads! We never needed anything that wasn’t there. We only had 4, but could have fit way more. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful family Thanksgiving

This property was amazing. The house was warm and cozy with amazing views and lots of amenities. My family and I (6 of us) stayed for an extended Thanksgiving break and hosted Thanksgiving dinner for family that lives in the area. The owner has taken the care to leave notes on just about everything you would need to know (hot tub, fireplace, kayaks, dock, checkout, etc) which helped considerably. The kitchen is well stocked with every utensil, pot, pan, etc you should need. We brought things from home, many we didn’t need. We had roughly 12-14 people over for dinner and were able to sit everyone comfortably because of the two dining tables and bench style chairs. The only issue we had was the 2nd TV in the living room and the TV in the master BR wouldn’t work for some reason (probably user error). We didn’t watch TV much so it wasn’t a major issue but my 79yr old mom likes to watch her cooking show in the AM. We would recommend this house to anyone looking for a cozy, cabin like home with gorgeous lake views! We would definitely rent it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shayne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thoroughly Enjoyed Our Stay

I wish we could have stayed longer to experience the lake. Very nice house overall. Clean upon arrival and everything was as I would expect. The owner called when I didn’t answer a few emails to ensure I received instructions for access, which was appreciated. We stayed here for a Clemson game and everyone was very welcoming in town and at the stadium. Classy bunch. It was a top notch experience. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Get-Away

The property manager was upfront with expectations, but easy to communicate with. The home was exactly what we needed, well stocked and clean. I look forward to spending a longer vacation there during summer months!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B., Great Falls, VA (DC suburbs)

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Lake House

We had a great time staying in this lovely home for 10 nights. The location on the lake is just beautiful. Days were spent kayaking and fishing. We spent almost every evening having a cocktail on the deck looking over the lake. It was peaceful and quiet. The house is about 15-17 minutes away from grocery stores or restaurants, but it was an easy pleasant drive to stock up. The house is extremely well equipped. It has good internet, Satellite TV, every kitchen utensil you can think of, plenty of towels and bedding, grill with extra propane tank, washer/dryer, etc. We never needed anything. The living areas are spacious, and the bedrooms are well set up to sleep a larger group. We only had 4 and were able to spread out and be very comfortable. The owner was very professional and polite. They do have a few rules. They require a guest list, no big parties, etc. That’s what I would do if I was renting my home, and it made me feel like we were renting a cared-for property. We are already planning our next visit! Next time we are renting jet-skis!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lake house!

Great location and lake front property. Kids spent most of their time swimming on the dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great time at the lake

Wonderful lake house and great time was had by everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic lake front home!

We had a wonderful time staying at this lovely home. Everything was spotless and very well equipped. As many reviews mention there rules however I felt they were there to help keep the house pristine. My family had a great time on the lake. My son brought his boat and jet ski and they fit well in the boat slip and at the dock. The cove is very quiet and peaceful. We will definitely be renting Stillwater Cove again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Kenni Ann H.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location

BEWARE CAMERAS IN USE

BEWARE you are being watched your entire stay!!! The property is nice as far as the lake but the house has plumbing issues and the fact the ad states it sleeps 14 would be a very tight fit for the house We contacted the owner the 2nd day we were there (only 4 people 2 nights and 3 people remainder of the week) wondering if there was issues he was aware of if showers were used at the same time. His response was no. We noted the toilets did not flush completely after the showers were used so we were cautious of the water usage believing this must be a well issue as we have had issues with wells in the past. As time went on the toilets completely stopped flushing and the sewage started coming up in the showers. We informed the owner and his comments were " Oooo...so sorry for the trouble...have already called the septic service." We then sent pictures so he would be aware exactly what was going on and his comments were "Thanks for all the pics. We will cherish them! Another day in the life of a rental host. It aint as easy as it looks." Unfortunately for us we were the next people to rent from the owner after his family of 6 had been there and he absolutely would not consider that this was a previous problem and decided that it was our fault, telling us this is what the Septic Company had told him. We then spoke with the Septic Company and they stated it was impossible to tell when the blockage occurred. Again the owner vehemently refused any idea other then it was our fault and therefore he would be keeping our security deposit even though he complimented us on how clean we had left the property. He then brought up things that only he would know if we were being watched. We saw cameras but didn't think they were active while guest were paying to stay at the property but apparently they are active at all times. This is another response from the owner "And then we know you had an unauthorized gathering that could have easily included a guest who does not know how to wipe their butt!" We understand there are a lot of nice reviews but when it goes wrong the owner is absolutely terrible to work with. Again be very CAUTIOUS when thinking about this property I should have listened to my gut in the beginning but thought we are very responsible people and have rented multiple times with no issues or complaints and then to learn our activities (which were nothing out of the ordinary) were being watched the entire time is just plain CREEPY!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stillwater

It’s a lovely home on a beautiful body of the lake- very quiet and pristine. The notes throughout the house made it very clear what renters expectations were but also could be a bit much for those who haven’t used VRBO or other rentals like this. For us it was good to know exactly what we needed to do! Beautiful home- wish we had more time to spend enjoying it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

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