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Spacious Mountain Retreat with views of Cherokee Lake
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Spacious Mountain Retreat with views of Cherokee Lake
This beautiful lakefront home on peaceful Cherokee Lake in Tamassee, SC, is the perfect mountain getaway. The front of the home faces Sumter National Forest and the back has gorgeous views of the lake and mountains. The surrounding area is beautiful and has many hiking trails and pristine waterfalls to enjoy. There is a public golf course nearby and the adventurous can navigate Chattooga River and its whitewater rafting. The home is in the northwest corner of South Carolina, just two hours northeast of Atlanta, GA, and 1 hour from Greenville, SC. Clemson University is 30 minutes away, and quaint Cashiers, NC, is 30 minutes to the north.
Part of Cherokee Lake’s timeless appeal is that it is a quiet 200 acre private lake that is accessible only to homeowners and their guests. The Lake Association does not allow anyone renting (through AirBNB, VRBO or other short-term rental site) to have access to the lake for boating, swimming or other lake activities, unless the homeowner is present.
The main level of the house is an open-concept living area with a fully equipped kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and an induction cooktop stove. The kitchen peninsula has plenty of room for 4 barstools and the dining table seats 6-8. The spacious screened porch has another table for 6 and a comfortable sitting area to enjoy your morning coffee. The porch is situated so that it feels as if one is suspended over the lake and is the perfect spot to cozy up with a good book on a lazy afternoon. The vaulted living room has many windows and sliding glass doors that provide expansive views of the lake, mountains and surrounding area.
The home sleeps ten with four bedrooms, three full baths and one half bath. The master suite is on the main level and has a gorgeous view of the lake from the king bed. The private master bath includes a soaking tub, standing shower, private water closet and double sinks. The two upstairs bedrooms have queen beds, ceiling fans, large closets and share a full bath with a combination tub and shower. One of the upstairs bedrooms has a full-sized crib.
The terrace level has an open bedroom with a queen bed and a daybed with a twin trundle bed tucked away underneath. Next to the open bedroom is a large private bath with a shower and soaking tub. Privacy screens separate the bedroom from the game room that has a pool table and a ping pong table along with a second refrigerator. The den on the terrace level includes a large sectional sofa and a 75” TV for streaming your favorite sports, movies and shows. The terrace has a gas grill and a double burner gas cooktop that is perfect for a classic Carolina low country boil. There is also a shaded side courtyard with seating around a chiminea.
There is high speed internet and wifi throughout the house and each floor has its own thermostat for varied temperature control. Other amenities include a washer and dryer and several kitchen appliances including a coffeemaker, Keurig, crockpot, juicer, NutriBullet and an ice cream/sorbet maker. There are also movies of various genres, board games, playing cards and books.
Although you will want to be outside all day, there are several TVs throughout the home and plenty of games to play with the family after the sun sets. In addition to the TV on the terrace level, there are TVs in the living room, the master bedroom, and in one of the upstairs bedrooms. All of the TVs are smartTVs for streaming and a DVD player attached.
No smoking and no vaping anywhere on the premises, inside or out. If there is a smoker in your group, please do not rent our home. No pets and no parties - this is a family vacation rental.
Part of Cherokee Lake’s timeless appeal is that it is a quiet 200 acre private lake that is accessible only to homeowners and their guests. The Lake Association does not allow anyone renting (through AirBNB, VRBO or other short-term rental site) to have access to the lake for boating, swimming or other lake activities, unless the homeowner is present.
The main level of the house is an open-concept living area with a fully equipped kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and an induction cooktop stove. The kitchen peninsula has plenty of room for 4 barstools and the dining table seats 6-8. The spacious screened porch has another table for 6 and a comfortable sitting area to enjoy your morning coffee. The porch is situated so that it feels as if one is suspended over the lake and is the perfect spot to cozy up with a good book on a lazy afternoon. The vaulted living room has many windows and sliding glass doors that provide expansive views of the lake, mountains and surrounding area.
The home sleeps ten with four bedrooms, three full baths and one half bath. The master suite is on the main level and has a gorgeous view of the lake from the king bed. The private master bath includes a soaking tub, standing shower, private water closet and double sinks. The two upstairs bedrooms have queen beds, ceiling fans, large closets and share a full bath with a combination tub and shower. One of the upstairs bedrooms has a full-sized crib.
The terrace level has an open bedroom with a queen bed and a daybed with a twin trundle bed tucked away underneath. Next to the open bedroom is a large private bath with a shower and soaking tub. Privacy screens separate the bedroom from the game room that has a pool table and a ping pong table along with a second refrigerator. The den on the terrace level includes a large sectional sofa and a 75” TV for streaming your favorite sports, movies and shows. The terrace has a gas grill and a double burner gas cooktop that is perfect for a classic Carolina low country boil. There is also a shaded side courtyard with seating around a chiminea.
There is high speed internet and wifi throughout the house and each floor has its own thermostat for varied temperature control. Other amenities include a washer and dryer and several kitchen appliances including a coffeemaker, Keurig, crockpot, juicer, NutriBullet and an ice cream/sorbet maker. There are also movies of various genres, board games, playing cards and books.
Although you will want to be outside all day, there are several TVs throughout the home and plenty of games to play with the family after the sun sets. In addition to the TV on the terrace level, there are TVs in the living room, the master bedroom, and in one of the upstairs bedrooms. All of the TVs are smartTVs for streaming and a DVD player attached.
No smoking and no vaping anywhere on the premises, inside or out. If there is a smoker in your group, please do not rent our home. No pets and no parties - this is a family vacation rental.
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Full-size crib available
Events
No events allowed
Family groups only - no parties
Pets
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Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property
Important information
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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
Note from host: family groups only - no parties
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Tamassee
Tamassee is home to this holiday home. Oconee Station State Historic Site and Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Ultimate Action Sports and Walhalla Performing Arts Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Tamassee, SC
What's nearby
- Whitewater Lake - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
- Oconee Station State Historic Site - 14 min drive - 14.1 km
- Oconee State Park - 14 min drive - 12.5 km
- Lake Keowee - 19 min drive - 20.6 km
- Whitewater Falls - 19 min drive - 20.8 km
Restaurants
- Twice A Town Taproom - 16 min drive
- Habanero's Mexican Grill - 10 min drive
- Sisters Restaurant - 17 min drive
- The Kitchen - 12 min drive
- The Post - 15 min drive
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11 Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Stephen B.
25 Oct 2025
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Stephen B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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Windy T.
16 Oct 2025
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Jessica F.
9 Aug 2025
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Jessica F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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Rebecca S.
8 Aug 2025
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Rebecca S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Michael G.
16 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at a beautiful location
Michael G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Blake H.
6 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake House!
Blake H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Mary B.
16 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house, fantastic communication, great vacation.
Mary B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Tom R.
21 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is everything you could want and more. Amazing home!
Tom R.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Rebecca S.
6 Aug 2023
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Beautiful week
Rebecca S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Mary Catherine S.
16 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Mountain Lakehouse
Mary Catherine S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Megan w.
10 May 2021
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Megan w.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Billy W.
16 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house & View
Billy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Susan T.
17 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation
Susan T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
elizabeth m.
13 Apr 2022
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Perfect hidden gem!!
elizabeth m.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Rebecca L.
2 June 2023
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Return Visit
Rebecca L.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Mary B.
5 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorable Family Vacation
Mary B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Robert W.
26 July 2021
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Best Vacation Ever
Robert W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Patricia B.
17 June 2023
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Beautiful place!!
Patricia B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Leigh B.
5 Apr 2021
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Leigh B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent
terry s.
4 Sept 2023
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Lake Cherokee
terry s.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Jelena S.
10 July 2021
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Amazing lake house
Jelena S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Rebecca S.
14 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect getaway
Rebecca S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Tom R.
7 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, location and home.
Tom R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Lindsay M.
24 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
Lindsay M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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