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šŸ˜ŽAnchors Down Lakeside Retreat 15 min to ClemsonšŸˆ Dock, Padle boat, Kayaks

Beachfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, toys
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Escape to Anchors Down Lakeside Retreat, a haven of relaxation on Lake Hartwell's tranquil shores. Unwind in the screened back porch with rocking chairs overlooking the lake and dock or challenge your friends to a game of pool in the loft area. With kayaks, paddle boat, and canoe at your disposal, explore the serene waters.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

šŸ˜ŽAnchors Down Lakeside Retreat 15 min to ClemsonšŸˆ Dock, Padle boat, Kayaks

Anchors Down Lakeside Retreat

We have cable channels and NFL Sunday ticket. So many others are cutting corners on this and who knows what else! We use You Tube TV for cable channels that include the local channels.

We provide almost everything you need for your stay; linens, towels, dishes, drip and a Keurig coffee maker plus starter supply of coffee.

If you see a better price for a similar Lake Hartwell waterfront house with view of the lake with Granite Counter tops, Stainless Steel Appliances, concrete walkway to dock, screened back porch with Rocking chairs overlooking the Lake and covered slip dock with power and lights, let me know the VRBO # of the property and I'll do my best to beat their price!
If you have any questions please feel free to call me, 8643203207




Reasons to stay with us:

- Have you seen our reviews?
- Actual Lake view! (not everybody has this believe it or not)
- Screened in back porch overlooking dock and lake with custom rocking chairs
- Concrete walkway from house to dock
- Private covered dock with AC outlets and lights
- Granite countertops and stainless appliances
- Satellite TV, HD flat screen TV and WIFI Internet
- Pool Table
- Kayaks, paddle boat and canoe to use
- Plenty of Parking for cars and boat trailers
- Pet friendly (w/ pet fee) 2 Max
- Covered outdoor Grill
- Did I mention all our 5-star reviews?

KITCHEN: Fully stocked kitchen. Stainless steel appliances (dishwasher, refrigerator with water/ice in door, stove/oven, & microwave). Drip and Keurig coffee makers provided with starter supply of coffee, sugar, artificial sweetener, as well as coffee filters if you wish to bring your favorite coffee with you. Kitchen stocked with cooking utensils, pots, pans, casserole dishes, dishes, cups and eating utensils. Custom built farmhouse style dining table is located off the kitchen.

FAMILY ROOM: Family Room has two comfortable couches with built in recliners. Two ceiling fans. Roku Television with Direct TV & Blue Ray DVD player along with movies in TV console. Wood burning fireplace. Futon for additional seating with charging station located on end table next to futon.

BEDROOMS: Two bedrooms on main floor, each room has 2 double beds. Master bedroom on second floor has 2 queen beds. Each bedroom has a charging station on the nightstand and a ceiling fan. All bed linens provided. Futon in Family Room will open to a full-size bed. Air mattresses are available for additional sleeping if needed, please request in advance of your visit.

BATHROOMS: One full bathroom on main level of home has a custom tile walk in shower (remodeled in 2023). Second level of home has a full bathroom with a tub/shower combo (remodeled in 2022). Bath towels and wash clothes provided.

LOFT: Loft area on second level contains a pool table, pub table, ceiling fan, games & books for your use. Washer and dryer are in loft area along with iron & ironing board.

BACK PORCH & GRILL AREA: Screened in back porch with rocking chairs overlooks lake and dock. Adult life jackets are located in a deck box on the back porch. Please bring your own life jackets for children, to ensure a proper fit. Recycling bin provided, please rinse any items before placing in bin. Charcoal grill with gazebo cover is in the back yard.

TRASH: Trash bins are provided in a shed on the right side of the house, close to the front door. All trash must be bagged before placing in the trash bins. Please make sure the shed lid and doors are closed to keep out animals. Any trash that will not fit in the two provided trash bins must be placed on the back porch or taken to the local waste disposal center located at 298 Perry Woolbright Road, Townville, SC 29689.

DOCK: Two kayaks, a paddle boat and a canoe are located on the dock for your use. A porch swing and stackable Adirondack chairs for seating. The dock ladder is angled when in the water to provide an easy step-like access in and out of the water. There is room to tie up a boat alongside the dock. Ten-foot water depth is normal at full lake levels. Dock has lights and electric outlets for radios, charging trolling motors etc. Dock power is protected by a GFCI circuit. It is highly recommended that life jackets are worn when in the water or using any watercraft.

PARKING: There is ample parking at the front of the house.

OTHER INFORMATION:
• Internet with Wi-Fi available
• Lockbox for easy access to property
• Dog Friendly, Must Select pets when reserving property and disclose all dogs (call first, additional fee applies) ** 2 Dog maximum unless otherwise
approved.
• Easy access from I-85 Exit-11 via Hwy 24.
• Short drive to Seneca where there are grocery stores, Super Walmart, restaurants and more.
• Clemson University – approximately 15-minute drive, 9.9 miles
• During the Fall/winter and droughts if the lake is lower than usual, we move the dock over to the left maybe 75 feet so that we are in deeper water. We have stone steps to the left of the walkway to make it easier to get to the dock. You can still see the dock from the back porch.
• Boat rentals available at:
o Tri-County Boat Rental: Will deliver to Friendship boat ramp which is close by.
o Clemson Marina
• Suitability:
o Long-term Renters Welcome
o Minimum age limit of 25 for person renting house
o No smoking in house

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Please smoke outside and dispose of trash properly

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive lockbox information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please make sure chairs are strapped down at the dock.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please no loud noise after 10PM.
Please no unattended pets left on back screened porch to damage screens or disturb neighbors.
Please re-stow kayaks, canoe, paddle boat, paddles/oars, life jackets and dock ladder. Please bring life jackets for children to ensure proper fit.

Access methods

Lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: 2 house broken dogs w/ prior approval and pet fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must be supervised at all times.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Inquire about your specific plans

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke outside and dispose of trash properly

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Inquire about your specific plans
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Seneca, SC

What's nearby

  • Lake Hartwell - 2 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Walker Golf Course - 21 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 23 min drive - 18.8 km
  • T. Ed Garrison Arena - 24 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Clemson University - 31 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Clemson Station - 23 min drive
  • Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Farm Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Time Drive In - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Strickland - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dimas Brothers’ Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Papi Julio's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does šŸ˜ŽAnchors Down Lakeside Retreat 15 min to ClemsonšŸˆ Dock, Padle boat, Kayaks have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is šŸ˜ŽAnchors Down Lakeside Retreat 15 min to ClemsonšŸˆ Dock, Padle boat, Kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at šŸ˜ŽAnchors Down Lakeside Retreat 15 min to ClemsonšŸˆ Dock, Padle boat, Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at šŸ˜ŽAnchors Down Lakeside Retreat 15 min to ClemsonšŸˆ Dock, Padle boat, Kayaks?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is šŸ˜ŽAnchors Down Lakeside Retreat 15 min to ClemsonšŸˆ Dock, Padle boat, Kayaks located?

This Seneca vacation home is on the beach, 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Lake Hartwell, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Cross Creek Plantation Golf and Friendship Recreaction Area. Walnut Street Park and Blue Ridge Field are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

šŸ˜ŽAnchors Down Lakeside Retreat 15 min to ClemsonšŸˆ Dock, Padle boat, Kayaks Reviews

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Cleanliness

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 226 out of 231 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 231 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 231 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 231 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 231 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber W.

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

Lovely stay on the Lake

I loved this property! Everything was clean and in order. The owners were so kind and made sure everything was good for our family. The house was well stocked with everything we needed. We loved the dock it was perfect for renting a boat and fishing from the dock. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy N.

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

Lake House Graduation

This is an exceptional property with all the comforts of home. The house is immaculate and so warm and inviting. The screened in back porch was our favorite spot for coffee in the morning or at night before bed. John and Terri are great hosts. They surprised us with a cake for graduation - so thoughtful! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Great Family Getaway

Our family stayed at Anchors Down and we had a great, relaxing time. Property has a private feel and we enjoyed the screened porch. The house was clean, beds were comfortable. Good host communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M.

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

We found heaven in Seneca South Carolina

Everything was simply beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Fantastic stay!

The owner couldn’t be any nicer! The property is beautiful. I can’t imagine a better stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brent T.

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

Clemson Weekend

Wish we had more time to spend at the house but our schedule was packed. Looking forward to booking this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

Great rental

A wonderful rental house. Very clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clark C.

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

Great home .nice dock and swimming area vary kid friendly. We had a great time .

Boating tubing. Fishing and sunset from the lake are great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

cantrellbsc

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

The Perfect Spot

What a great weekend! My son and I met old friends (Dad & 3 sons) for our annual Clemson trip. The house was perfect for us! Plenty of room and the boys loved the pool table. Everything was top notch! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mallory M.

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

Fantastic Rental!!!!

This house was absolutely perfect for our weekend and the owners went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Cannot recommend this place enough!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Loved it.

Enjoyed our stay. Room for everyone. Enjoyed the screened porch and sitting outside. Dining table accommodated all 6 with room to spare.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

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

Fantastic Experience

We had a great time and the property was beautiful. We plan to come back when it’s warmer and be able to enjoy Lake Hartwell on the boat! John was fantastic to work with and incredibly responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Great stay!

We enjoyed our stay at snug harbor and will probably return for another visit!! Everything was ready for us when we got there complete with GiGi's cupcakes in the fridge! Water fun included a personalized tour of the lake and tubing hosted by the owner John Underwood who went above and beyond to give us a special experience. Many thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Melinda D., Charleston, SC

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

Fun Winter Get Away

Our family spent a long weekend at this lovely home while visiting our Clemson student. The photos do not do it justice. It was the perfect property for a family - very clean, lots of beds and everything we needed was provided. The homeowners were not only thoughtful, but also friendly and easy to contact. It was refreshing to deal with owners rather than a management group. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Family Tradition

This is our fourth year staying at the Underwood’s. It has become a family tradition to go, and we plan to continue as long as they offer! They are gracious host and available anytime. Our son has special needs and he stays on the covered porch. He says it is so peaceful and calming to him. Thank you again!! We will see you next year! 😊
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Z., Marietta, Ga

Perfect lake house

We spent 2 nights here while visiting Clemson University. It was the perfect location. Beautiful and secluded setting on the lake but close enough to town. This was the best stocked home that I have ever rented. They had everything including coffee and condiments. When we arrived there was a nice note with some baked bread which was a nice surprise. I had trouble figuring out the coffee maker but with a quick call to John he walked me through how to work it. It’s so nice that he makes himself so available. The home was clean and the beds were very comfortable. Unfortunately it rained the whole time we were there so we didn’t get to enjoy the dock and water toys but got to enjoy the screened porch. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suzi B.

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

A Gem!

I almost don't want to give this too good of a review because I don't want other people scooping it up on upcoming weekends I might need it, LOL! John was communicative and responsive from the very first email I sent him, incredibly kind and you can see he takes great pride in his property. We were greeted with some treats on the kitchen counter with a very nice note, what a terrific touch. The house is adorable and sits on the lake with dock access. Very clean, beds are comfy and the back porch is so nice to have your morning coffee and rock in the chairs while looking at the lake. Kitchen had everything we needed for our short stay (parents weekend at Clemson) and we all (friends we stayed with) commented many times how lucky we were to find such a fantastic place just miles from campus. We truly couldn't have asked for our stay to go more smoothly and to ask for more from a property. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro G.

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

Best Family Trip

You must stay at this lake house. The water toys available at the private dock are awesome for all ages (I have a 2 and 11 year old). We suggest bringing fishing poles! Being from South Florida, the fresh lake water was so refreshing compared to salt water. The kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked and clean. The owners left a very thoughtful welcome gift making it more exciting to arrive. The pool table and games passed indoor time pleasantly. The outdoor bbq was a hit and the screened in porch was unbelievably relaxing.... just be aware of your pets (especially dogs) getting overly excited about the plentiful, playful squirrels. We rented a boat, visited every place mentioned in the owners’ info guide, and still managed to squeeze in a nap or two. This vacation home is a must. We are even looking into purchasing a home in the area for retirement (although that is a bit far away). Thank you so much to the owners who put up with us in their space so we could make unforgettable memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Reid M.

Very comfortable, spacious, and fun accommodations

The house has an open floor plan that makes it easy to accommodate many more people than the house sleeps. 10 around the large dinner table is snug but very comfortable. The screen porch is more spacious than the pictures would indicate and has a beautiful view to the lake and dock. We played a lot of games with plenty of room to circle up in the living area and billiards in the loft. We actually slept a fourth couple in the loft area and there was room for a queen air mattress. We just stood it up against the wall when we played pool. The kitchen had every thing we needed and some more than we would expect. The dock has to "chase water" later in the summer. However, in middle of August we still had 6-7 feet of water at the end of the dock, and the dock was still easily accessible. The kayaks and canoe were a very fun attraction also. The house is about 20-25 minute boat ride to Clemson and less the 5 to 'jumping rock' (but you need a full lake to really make that safe). And seriously, for the fishermen out there, I haven't seen fish jumping like we saw in this cove since I was in the Sierras. 10-12" fish fully revealing themselves above the water. During a night time boat ride, we saw thousands of smaller fish 1-4" every where we went. Literally, for every foot the boat traveled there were hundreds of little fish we could see in the running lights. We saw an osprey, a couple of king fishers, and lots of white cranes. This part of the lake appears very healthy. John was enormously accommodating for us. We couldn't have made the trip happen without his attention to several requests of ours. Many thanks! A great place to stay especially for the money
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Perfect getaway while visiting Clemson

The Lakehouse was an excellent getaway for us while we visited Clemson. They had everything we could ask for. We will definitely visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Channing S.

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

Lovely Hideaway

We stayed 4 nights and thoroughly enjoyed the quiet location and the private lake dock. The concrete path to the dock was especially nice and our 2 pups had more fun than we did in the lake. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lucy s.

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

Paddle boarding vacation

Wonderful property Pros: very clean, everything seemed new and well taken care of, great appliances, house layout and rooms were accommodating for our party, comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen, nice dock to hangout on, great location because it is situated on a quiet inlet away from noise and party boats, hosts were very responsive.Cons: none that I can think of.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn J.

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

Second stay

It is clear that the couple who owns/manages this property is dedicated to making your stay top-notch. The home has everything you need (and more), is well-organized, clean and comfortable. We recently returned from our second stay at this rental and have no doubt we will be back again. Thank you for making your home feel like a home-away-from-home for us!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

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

Fishing retreat

Took a weekend fishing trip with group of friends. The house worked perfect with the double beds in each room. The place was clean, close to the water, and close to town. Owners were quick to respond with any questions we had. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will R.

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

Great Lakehouse

Perfect weekend and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025