Places to stay near Tugaloo State Park

Rare June Dates Open! Sunset Cottage Lake Hartwell

Escape to your very own peaceful retreat, tucked away down a quiet road & surrounded by natural beauty. This charming cottage boasts stunning views of big water, with undeveloped property across the lake providing a sense of unmatched peace & privacy. A gentle slope leads down to your very own private dock, located in a tranquil cove just off the main channel. Here you can spend your days swimming, fishing, or simply basking in the warm sunshine as you take in the stunning natural surroundings.

Her Redhead Cabin on Lake Hartwell w/ Private Dock

Experience beautiful Lake Hartwell with endless outdoor and water fun! Our cabin boasts 1 bedroom w/ queen bed, 1 bathroom, full kitchen with all the amenities, eat-in kitchen, living area with sofa, wi-fi and Roku smart tv. Sit on the back patio or soak in the hot tub with gorgeous lake views. Bring your boat, kayak, and moor at private dock. Boat ramp located next to cabin! As of 5/2026–low water level at ramp but dock has 6’ of water. See our other listing next door—His Blackbeard Cabin.

Hey Frame: Modern A-frame Cabin on Lake Hartwell

Featured in AJC as one of Georgia's top Airbnb's! We designed our lakefront A-frame cabin to provide the perfect getaway, and we love sharing our home with you. Wake up to sunrises over the lake while you sip coffee on the large deck or drink hot cocoa by the fire pit. Our modern kitchen also begs to be cooked in. In warmer months, enjoy swimming, kayaking, or paddle boarding off the private dock. Whether you want to relax or work on spreadsheets, you'll enjoy a beautiful view while doing so.

Secluded Waterfall Cabin.

Romantic, rustic cabin at the base of a 35-foot waterfall, nestled in the middle of 16 secluded acres surrounded by national forest that extends to the Chattooga River. This magical get-away caters to those with an adventurous spirit. Hike from the cabin to additional waterfalls, bike down Turkey Ridge Road to Opossum Creek Trail and the Five Falls or drive two miles to the Chattooga Belle Farm. The Waterfall Cabin is a joy to us all, and we hope you love it as much as we do. No cleaning fee.

Lake-House Escape w/Dock, Kayaks, Paddleboards

Gather family or friends for an unforgettable lakeside getaway in a spacious, amenity-loaded lake house in an ultra-private setting. Your group will have a great time on the dock using provided kayaks and paddleboards, fishing, swimming, and more. Bring or rent a boat. Relax on the lakefront screened porch and multiple indoor/outdoor gathering spots. Kids and adults will love watching movies and playing foosball in the game room. Make memories around your choice of beachside or stone firepit.

THE BELLA LUNA Romantic Treehouse - Outdoor Shower

This is the perfect ROMANTIC ESCAPE! Located in the Sumter National Forest the Bella Luna is just 5 minutes from Stumphouse Tunnel, Issaqueena Falls, Yellow Branch Falls hiking trail, and Stumphouse Mountain Bike Park and within an hour of Clemson, Lake Jocassee and Clayton, GA. Our romantic retreat features carefully curated vintage furnishings, an outdoor shower, napping net, relaxing seating areas and an outdoor fire pit stocked with firewood and a S’mores kit! We can't wait to host you!

ALoft in the Barn

“ALoft in the Barn” is a tranquil, quiet stay nestled in the farmland of upstate South Carolina. Enjoy the rolling farm, a charcoal grill, rustic porch swing, walks in "Martha's Garden", and a short drive to downtown Clemson. Perfectly suited for a relaxing weekend for you and your special someone. Annie our RR and Clover the cat will stop by to say hello, along with afew cows and Kuni Kuni pigs! “ALoft in the Barn”with its easy access and tranquil landscape will be “home away from home!”

The Romantic Greystone Cottage

Follow the enchanting stone path to a private getaway where romance and connection await. Enjoy the ambiance of the starlit sky while cuddled up on the hammock or around the fire. Cozy up on the king-size bed and relish every moment of your stay. Indulge in a bottle of wine and relax by soaking in the luxurious claw-foot tub. Wake up to the tranquil sounds of the forest, savoring the morning with coffee on the porch. Escape the everyday and embrace what matters most at The Greystone Cottage.

Waterfall Views, Lake Hartwell, Highland Architect

Come and enjoy nature with 100+ acres to roam. Architect James Fox designed this cantilevered cliffside home overlooking a beautiful waterfall. Feel like you are in the trees, in an area much as it was when inhabited by Cherokee Indians. Stream feeds into Lake Hartwell. In the summer months on the weekends and holidays kayaks, jet skis and small boats visit the falls. This property is in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Please respect our pet policy, only service animals.

The Cottage

Relax, recharge, and enjoy the quiet. Unwind on the front porch as the sun sets and nature comes alive with the peaceful sounds of evening. Spend time by the pond and cast a line for a simple, relaxing escape (fishing poles not provided). Private and serene, yet just 5 minutes to Walmart and Oconee Memorial Hospital—and only 13 miles to Clemson. The perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. Minimum age to book is 25 years of age.

Tiny house

BRAND NEW 490 sq ft tiny house/cottage nestled in the woods in a country setting. Complete with a queen bedroom, a twin/day bed and then a queen bed in loft ( comfortably sleeps 4 adults and one child). We are conveniently located 10 miles from I-85 exit 1 on S Hwy 11. 20 minutes from Clemson, 8 minutes from Seneca, and just a short drive to many hiking trails, lakes and parks in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains.

Shady Rest

As you enter the screened in front porch you will instantly relax, experience a peaceful and quiet tree lined front yard. The house has plenty of shade and old oaks, built in 1935 has the charm of visiting great grandmother’s farm house without the wallpaper. Large side deck with grill, hot tub and plenty of shaded sitting. Side yard has a fire pit for evening campfires and roasting marshmallows. The house has an open floor plan.