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Keowee Family Retreat

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Keowee Family Retreat
Treehouse overlooking the lake
Main house: Open Living/Dining/Kitchen
Main House: Large kitchen island
Main House: Farmhouse dining tables

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 23

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 23)

Bedroom 1

+10
5 Single Beds, 3 King Beds and 6 Queen Beds

5 bathrooms, 6 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Bathroom 8

Bathroom 9

Bathroom 10

Bathroom 11

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Keowee Family Retreat

Perfect for generations of family, large groups, or even small business retreats any time of year, our home is situated on nearly 18 wooded acres on the south end of Lake Keowee. The beautiful post and beam barn-style main home was completed in 2018 and features three floors and over 4600 sq. ft of indoor space, and more importantly, HEAPS of outdoor living space including over 1800 sq. ft. of decks and porches. New for the 2023 season is our TREEHOUSE - designed and built by the woodworking artisans at Treehugger Customs. Perched high on the point and poised for stunning views of the lake, it features fun and funky indoor and outdoor space, and sleeps up to 4. Adjacent to the house and treehouse is our PUTTING GREEN by Heritage Synthetic Turf, and you'll also find nature trails meandering throughout our property. This is the place you've been looking for to switch-off, and relax and unwind with family and friends. Close to all the conveniences (grocery stores, restaurants, shops, and the hospital) and only a 20 minute drive to Clemson.
Although we have all the modern amenities such as big screen TVs and WIFI, we encourage you to kick-it old school by putting down the phones, tablets, and computers and SLOWING DOWN! Just enjoy spending quality time with your loved ones or group. Enjoy the peace and quiet of nature surrounding you. Bring your boat, rent a boat, or use our paddle boards to paddle out to the small beaches on the island just outside the cove.
Several concrete path options take you down to a patio area next to the lake, then a few gentle steps down to the guest dock and you're in the water playing!
Thank you for considering our home and we look forward to having you join us year after year!
- The Losek and Macpherson families

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 765644vb
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 first aid kit

About the area

Seneca

Located in Seneca, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Blue Ridge Arts Center and Walhalla Performing Arts Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Applewood Shopping Center and Golden Corner Plaza. Travelling with kids? Consider Gateway Arts Center and Brooks Center for the Performing Arts.
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Oconee County, SC

What's nearby

  • Lake Keowee - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Clemson University - 20 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 22 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Devils Fork State Park - 32 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 36 min drive - 40.6 km

Getting around

  • Clemson Station - 23 min drive
  • Greenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Keowee Family Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Keowee Family Retreat?

As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Keowee Family Retreat on 26 Aug 2026 start from AU$2,297, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Keowee Family Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Keowee Family Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Keowee Family Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Keowee Family Retreat located?

This family-friendly Seneca holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Keowee and within 6 mi (10 km) of Applewood Shopping Center and Golden Corner Plaza. South Cove Park and Oconee Memorial Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

jerry m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2025
Thanks for choosing our home again for y’all’s golf trip! We look forward to having you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennyse B.

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

Family Retreat Stay

We thought everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2025
Thanks for choosing our home for y’all’s get together Dennyse! We’re so glad you enjoyed your time here, and we hope you’ll be back to stay again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Great property for a team meeting or family trip

Great outdoor area, lakefront and a short drive to anything needed. 5 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2025
Thanks for the great review James. Yes - we’ve had quite a few small businesses and teams use our home for their meetings over the years, so are glad it worked well for y’all’s needs. We look forward to having y’all back again sometime in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time to stay at the Keowee Family Retreat! Perfect place for a large group of family and friends of all ages. Lots of roomy spaces indoor and out where everyone can hang out together but large enough for those in the group who prefer some quiet time. We highly recommend for Clemson Game Days or as a lakefront getaway. You will love it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2025
Thanks for the kind words Robin! We really appreciate our return guests, and look forward to having y’all back again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carson L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of 8 adults and 7 kids had the best stay at the Keowee Family Retreat. There was plenty of room for all of us and the house was well-stocked with everything we needed. The kids had a great time swimming off the dock, paddle-boarding, playing putt-putt and table tennis. The lake is gorgeous and the house was convenient to Clemson for the football game. Mark was very helpful and welcoming - even gifting us a bottle of champagne on our arrival! We all hope to come back again when it's warmer for more fun on the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2025
We really appreciate the kind words Carson, and are so glad y’all chose our home for your get together and football watching-weekend! We look forward to having y’all back again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivonne K.

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

Fabulous house

The house is absolutely amazing and very well stocked. Communication with host was easy and everything was as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2025
Thanks for choosing our home for y’all’s get together Ivonne! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to have y’all back again in the future some time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

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

Great house!

Highly recommend this beautiful lake property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2023
Thanks for the review Keith and we're glad y'all had a great time at Keowee! We offer our returning guests a discount when they book their next stay within 30 days of departure so we hope to see y'all back again sometime soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

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

Better than the pictures

Very nice place
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Thanks again for choosing our home on Lake Keowee for y'alls big graduation celebration Nick! Enjoy your Summer and please come back and stay again some time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jerry m.

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

Clemson football and golf outing

Beautiful property in great shape!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2024
Thanks for staying at our home on Lake Keowee Jerry. It looked like fantastic Fall weather for y'alls golf weekend! Come back and stay again next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke M.

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

Amazing property!

We had a wonderful vacation at this beautiful property! Responsive host! Planning to go back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
We're glad y'all enjoyed our home and your time and Lake Keowee Brooke, and we look forward to your return trip next Summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Perfect place

The house is everything advertised and more. This has become our go-to whole family getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2023
That's wonderful!! It really brings us joy knowing other families are enjoying our home as much as we do. We look forward to having y'all back again next year John!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

Fantastic Spot on Keowee!!!

Fantastic spot on Lake Keowee. Great house and the tree house is really neat and unique. Mark was very easy to work with and communicate and check in was a breeze!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
Thanks for the review Adam, and we appreciate y'all choosing our home on Lake Knowee for your get together! We look forward to having y'all back again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Family Trip

Amazing property. Great for all ages!! Owners were amazing with getting back to us for any questions or needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2022
We appreciate the review Erin, and we're so glad y'all chose our home for your big family get together! Please come back and stay again sometime soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Burton C.

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

Conway family reunion

Great location. Excellent space for 14 people. Had a great time enjoying the dock , the deck and large screen porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
We're so glad y'all had a great experience Burton! Thanks for choosing our home and we hope you'll come back again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

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

Family vacation

Great time having all the family together. Our 85 year old mother loved having all her grandchildren together! Loved lake Keowee.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Awesome! We love hearing this Cynthia. It warms our hearts knowing our guests are using our home the way we do - getting several generations together on the same property and enjoying time together at the lake! We look forward to having y'all back again sometime soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tad G.

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

Business retreat in November

Excellent property to hold business retreat and team building- amenities, location supported a large group of 13 people to co mingle but also break out and have individual space as well— great spot on lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

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

Great stay beautiful house!

House was everything and more we thought it would be! Owners are super responsive and house had literally everything we need plus more. Our favorite part was going down to the lake where they have all kind of padddle boards and floats. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2022
Awesome! We're so glad y'all enjoyed your time in our home Anthony. We hope you and your family will come back and stay again sometime soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily V.

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

Great Family Vacation

Fabulous property, great location! House is fully stocked, lots of room to gather or spread out. Home is beautiful but family/kid friendly! Use of dock and water equipment is very generous! Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2022
Awesome! Thanks for the review Emily and we're stoked y'all finally had the chance to check out our home on Keowee. We look forward to having your family back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

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

Lake Keowee

Awesome time. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2020
Thanks Brian! We hope y'all will come stay again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Great Lake Vacation

Great experience, great property, great location. House was clean, spacious and easily accommodated family and friends. Quiet cove was great for swimming large dock easily accommodated boat and jet ski rentals. Close to Seneca, restaurants, grocery stores. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2021
Thanks John! We're glad y'all enjoyed your time in our home and we look forward to having you back again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emory P.

Excellent house

The house was great. The homeowner was super helpful and responsive. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
We're glad y'all enjoyed our home Emory, and we look forward to having y'all back again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles A.

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

Amazing Lake Home!

Stayed at this home for a friend's 50th birthday weekend and to go to a Clemson game. This home was perfect! Large, clean, had every ammenity you would want and the owners were great easy and great with communication. Would definetely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2022
Thanks for the wonderful review Charles, and we're so glad y'all enjoyed your time in our home! I'm happy the weather turned out much better than anticipated and y'all were able to take in the Clemson game as planned. We look forward to having y'all back sometime soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn A.

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

Ideal Lake House

This home has everything you want for your stay at the lake. It is beautifully decorated, spacious, and clean. The host was quick with any help needed and the extra amenities like the paddleboards, firepit, corn hole, and games added to our time there. I will definitely book this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2020
Thanks for the kind works Kadi! We're so glad y'all enjoyed our home and we look forward to having you back again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

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

Big Family Birthday Celebration

Wonderful time at this impressive property! Plenty of space for everyone to sleep, play and eat. The dock was great for swimming. Loved the splash mat and paddle boards and putting green. Property owner very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
Thanks for the kind words Greg! We're thrilled y'all enjoyed your time in our home for your big celebration. Please come back and stay with us again sometime soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Outstanding experience

This is an exceptional home, well-designed and roomy. Lots of space for togetherness or being by yourself. Nice porches and all the comforts you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan 2022
Thanks for choosing our home for y'alls holiday get together John! We hope you'll come stay again soon!

About the host

Hosted by mark macpherson

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We live in the Charleston, SC area full time but have always wanted a place in upstate SC. When we found this large, wooded property a few years ago, we knew we had to jump on it while we could! Our plan is to build a wonderful family retreat over the coming few years, complete with this large, family home, a smaller cabin or tiny house or two, biking and hiking trails, and so much more! We have some fantastic plans in the works, so keep coming back to see us as we grow!

Why they chose this property

We love Lake Keowee and wanted some acreage where we could build a family retreat to share with our family, friends, and others.

What makes this property unique

The post and beam construction and open floorplan of our home allows for plenty of elbow room for large groups. You're also surrounded by nearly 18 acres of woods and nature AND right on Lake Keowee! Our property offers a place you can come with your family to slow down and focus on the simpler (more important!) things in life - enjoying time with friends and family.

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