Lake Hartwell house, family friendly near Clemson.

Anderson, South Carolina
$369 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 9

Max Sleeps

Relax and adventure with the whole family at this peaceful home where you will find more than a place to stay the night. Explore the cove with our paddleboards & kayaks, enjoy a game of cornhole, ping pong or arcade basketball in our game room, enjoy beautiful lake views from the wrap around deck and direct access into the cove, and finish the night stargazing by the firepit. You are sure to make lasting memories at our family-friendly cottage nestled in a quiet, wooded lakeside community.

Portman Paradise offers plenty of outdoor space on the amazing wrap around deck that overlooks a serene, natural lot and lakeshore. Grill some lunch and enjoy the outdoor seating for 12.
We provide two paddle boards and three kayaks with life jackets at this property to explore the cove. Adult and kid sized vests are available for your convenience.

Launch a kayak or paddleboard from the walk-in lake access (no dock) available from a shared peak on the shore, down a natural path. Check out the game room where you will find ping pong, corn hole, and arcade basketball!! This is the perfect space to enjoy if it happens to rain during your vacation!

If you'd rather spend your day inside, you'll find the updated interior comfortable, calm, spotlessly clean, and stocked with plenty of things to do! There are board games, cards, books, and, of course, smart tv's throughout the house with cable, Netflix and Disney+.

The upstairs loft bedroom provides beautiful lake views and natural light. This private suite is equipped with a queen bed, couch and television, private bathroom, walk-in closet. Outside the bedroom door there is a nook with a bonus twin bed. This nook is only semi private as it does not have a door. The second bedroom offers a private sliding door to the deck overlooking the lake, a television and king bed, as well as a private entry to the downstairs bathroom. The third bedroom is set up with a queen bed. The living room sofa pulls out to a queen mattress. All linens and pillows are provided, including a set for the sleeper-sofa.

If you want a little quiet time to read a book or gaze out the window, you can lounge in the loft on an extremely comfortable oversized beanbag, perfect for a midday nap.

The driveway has parking for 4 vehicles, but please note that the driveway is steep. The driveway is narrower at the top by the road and widens closer to the house, with an additional gravel area to provide more space. Please be mindful of neighbors' vehicles when entering and exiting the driveway. It is often easier to back into the driveway.

Due to the nature of this being a lake side house with kayaks and paddleboards, it is imperative that you understand that swimming and the use of kayaks, paddleboards and all water equipment is at your own risk and that special risks may be involved with water activities. You accept full responsibility for any bodily injury arising from swimming, and use of the kayaks and paddleboards and hold owner harmless. You understand there are potential dangers that swimming, and the use of kayaks and paddleboards may present to children who are not carefully supervised, as well as the danger to any person swimming, hiking or using the kayaks if a person has health risks, or if a person swims, or uses the kayaks or paddleboards while intoxicated or using any kind of drugs or medication, or while pregnant. You agree to be fully and solely responsible for any accidents your party may incur. You understand the risks discussed above and agree that you will assume all responsibility for yourself and for the consequences of those in your party. You agree to waive any claim whatsoever against the owner for accidents or claims arising from swimming or using the kayaks and paddleboards. All VRBO Guests in your party acknowledge and agree that they have read and understand this waiver, and they acknowledge that confirming below constitutes a binding and enforceable contract between VRBO Guests and VRBO Host.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Park Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Games Table Tennis Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 9

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Review Review

  • Allison G.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2025

    Stayed Nov 21, 2025

    The location is great and the house is perfect to host family. We spent time on the deck and even had a little bonfire outside. The hosts were very responsive. The game room was a big hit for the kiddos. The upstairs loft bedroom with seating area was awesome. I will be back and will book this again!

  • Mary Catherine M.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    Great little property. Very clean. Nice Neighborhood.

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