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Upstate South Carolina – A Slice of Paradise

Homes on Lake Keowee Lake Hartwell

You may be wondering, how can a guy from Florida help me find the right real estate professional for Upstate South Carolina.  If I am looking for a house on Lake Keowee, Lake Hartwell, or the surrounding cities and am looking for an agent, why would Active Lifestyle Info be my best resource for finding a partner that suits my particular needs?  Well, growing up I spend numerous months every year in the upstate and became very fond of the area.  From the Blue Ridge Mountain towns of Highlands and Cashiers to quaint cities of Walhalla, Seneca, Clemson, and Anderson, I have explored this region as much as any area of the country.  I have family in the area and over the years have become acquainted with several amazing realtors.  If you are looking to buy or sell in northwest South Carolina please get in touch and let us pair you up with a quality real estate brokerage.

The thing that has always kept me going back to upstate area is the abundance of things to do in a relatively small area.  Let’s take the neighborhood of Keowee Key as an example (we stay here a lot when in the area).  Using this as a starting point, you can be in so many amazing places in an hour or less.  You can be in the mountain towns of Mountain Rest, Cashiers, and Highlands via some beautiful routes.  This is so nice in the summer as you can head up there where it is cooler during the warmer summer months.  Grab lunch a do some hiking…  See natural wonders like waterfalls and scenic vistas.  Also within an hour from the Lake Keowee area the towns of Anderson and Greenville where you will find cultural experiences, larger hospitals, and plenty to do.  All throughout the area there are so many adventures.  Ziplining, whitewater rafting, tubing, camping, fishing, hunting…  you name it and you can do it in this area.

Clemson University is just a few minutes away and adds that youthful vibe to the area that only a college can bring.  You have never seen a campus with so much apparent school spirit.  Tiger paw prints travel down many of the local roads and Death Valley stands tall on this beautiful campus.  Take advantage of the historical sites on campus and the ever-evolving botanical gardens.  If you are looking to buy or sell and investment around the Clemson South Carolina area, I have got the perfect real estate agent for you.

Now we have to dive into the real jewels of the upstate area…  Lake Keowee and Lake Hartwell.  These two lakes are one of the main reasons this area is so desirable.  Both are man-made lakes that are clear and deep.  They offer amazing boating, fishing, and watersport opportunities along with beautiful vistas.  Living on Lake Keowee or Hartwell is a real pleasure and has attracted people from all over the world.

If you are looking to sell your home or buy something on one of the lakes or in the surrounding area, please let us connect you with someone who has the knowledge and ethics you deserve.

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List of Areas in the Upstate Region of South Carolina

Lake Keowee (Keowee Key / Cliffs / Others) – Some of the most beautiful views / lake homes in the southeast 
Lake Hartwell – Great fishing / lake homes more affordable that on Lake Keowee
Clemson – Trendy, young, college vibe
Seneca – Convenient to everything, great neighborhoods
Anderson – Larger city with everything you need
Pickens – Quaint, quiet, secluded and oh so nice
Mountain Rest – Mountain town / home of the beautiful Oconee State Park / Trails
Walhalla – Historic little town in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains
Six Mile – Little town near Pickens, SC
West Union – Small area outside of Walhalla
Pickens – popular for Arts and Live Music

Waterfalls of South and North Carolina
What makes the South Carolina Upstate area a destination and have so many people moving here?  Let’s answer this question with this list of the…

Top 8 Reasons to Move to Lake Keowee (including Keowee Key), Lake Hartwell, and the surrounding Upstate Region

  1. Natural Beauty – Trails, waterfalls, lakes, streams, and mountain views are some of the top reason people move to Northwest South Carolina
  2. Weather – The temperate climate and excellent seasons (including fall leaf colors) make this a no brainer for escaping the cold or the heat
  3. The People – Upstate South Carolina is know for its southern hospitality and friendly folks
  4. Proximity to the Mountains 
  5. Low Cost of Living – This area of South Carolina is considered a very affordable place to live or retire to
  6. Clemson University / Clemson Football – enough said
  7. Great place to travel from – Close to Asheville, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Atlanta, and so many fun destinations
  8. Adventure – close to whitewater rafting, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, hunting, and so much more

Jason Hood
Real Estate Referral Agent
Home-Land Real Estate
17086 Cortez Blvd
Brooksville, FL  34601

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