Justin Winter's Carolina Lake and Mountain Blog

Clemson Overthrows Crimson Tide

  Securing the 2017 National Championship title for the Clemson Tigers looked like a distant dream after trailing 10 points going into the fourth quarter. That’s when Clemson’s quarterback, Deshaun Watson, began to dominate the Alabama defense, which had been considered among the greatest in college football history. Watson completed 12 of 18 passes for… Read more »

Restaurant Week in Greenville, South Carolina

Ready for the famed Restaurant Week in Greenville, South Carolina? Starting this Thursday, January 12th, you can begin your 11 day celebration of various restaurants of the Upstate! No matter your taste, there are numerous restaurants to please your palate. From good ol’ Southern cuisine to authentic exotic flavors, Restaurant Week has got you covered…. Read more »

The Eagle Has Landed

Caesar’s Head, the gateway to a large area of public lands in northern Greenville County, collectively called the Mountain Bridge Wilderness has an active hawk watch September through November. If you visit on the right day in mid September you might see hundreds of Broad-winged Hawks in migration from the overlook. Luckily, our Broker, Justin… Read more »

New Resort In Town – The Table Rock Dog Resort That Is!

Have you heard of the new Table Rock Dog Resort? If not, you and your doggie family will be excited to learn of the newly opened country resort-style boarding for dogs. Rachel Hogue, director, has prepared a beautiful setting and schedule for your four-legged loved ones. Located at 840 Table Rock Road in Cleveland, South… Read more »

“Norman Rockwell’s Home for the Holidays” Exhibit

Right here in the midst of the holidays, we have the opportunity to view some of the classic pieces of artwork by Norman Rockwell. The Upcountry History Museum with Furman University have partnered with the Norman Rockwell Museum of Massachusetts to bring the exhibit “Norman Rockwell’s Home for the Holidays”! Rockwell is considered one of… Read more »

Italian-Villa Styled Summerour Home in Sublime Waterfront Location

  207 Sunrise Pointe | Keowee Falls | Salem | SC 5 bedrooms, 6 baths with 2 half baths. Keith Summerour designed, and built by boutique craftsman, Mike Blackburn. An exceptional, 1.53 acre waterfront lot, with gentle slope and 326 ft. of prime shoreline leading to a covered boat dock with lift. Unique master suite… Read more »

Gingerbread Houses on Display!

Christmas time is typically filled with carols, parties, and lots (and lots) of sweet treats. There are some sweet treats that you only enjoy with your eyes and that would be the gingerbread houses of the National Gingerbread House Competition! This year marked the 24th annual competition held at The Omni Grove Park Inn of… Read more »

Mountain Lake Property a Drier Bet than Coastal

Almost 40% of the American population lives in a coastal county. Both residential and commercial real estate along the coast remain in perpetually strong demand, and descriptions of private residences or communities frequently boast their proximity to the ocean. After all, living within walking distance of a sandy beach or stunning cliffs is idyllic and… Read more »

Introducing to the Market | 211 Vineyard Park

Spacious and utterly enchanting, this impressive Mill Creek Post and Beam (authentic timber frame construction) beauty represents the quintessential mountain-lake home. Much admired for its many original features, this home has been featured in “Timber Homes” magazine. Expansive living areas (with over 7,000 square feet fully finished) are beautifully laid out over heart pine floors,… Read more »

History on Display through the Oconee Heritage Center

Part of the Cliffs Communities, The Cliffs at Keowee Falls, are in Oconee County. This county is rich in history and the Oconee Heritage Center’s mission is to preserve and promote this heritage. The center has a museum in Walhalla to showcase much of this history. The Oconee Heritage Center museum highlights the historical and… Read more »