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Local Guide

Where To Eat

Our favorite restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, and local spots around Lavonia and Hartwell.

Appalachian Smokehouse

Appalachian Smokehouse

Amazing BBQ. The loaded brisket chips are our favorite.

Tilly's Tiki Bar at Harbor Light Marina

Tilly’s Tiki Bar at Harbor Light Marina

On-water dining with a fun atmosphere. Pet friendly, and a great spot for burgers, wings, and a lake day meal.

7 Leguas Mexican Restaurant

7 Leguas Mexican Restaurant

Very authentic Mexican cuisine. Great salsa bar. Usually crowded, but great service.

Circa 1918

Circa 1918

High-end restaurant in a beautiful historic home. Amazing steaks and beautiful brunch.

Downtown Biscuit Barn

Downtown Biscuit Barn

Amazing breakfast and lunch spot. Very large portions and a pretty decent burger.

211 Main Street Bakery

211 Main Street Bakery

The best homemade desserts and great sandwiches.

Bella Bella Mozzarella

Bella Bella Mozzarella

Great little Italian spot. Pizza was a hit with the kids, and the calzones were great.

Gumlog Brewing Company

Gumlog Brewing Company

Great brews on tap brewed in house and some from other local breweries.

Vintage Cup

Vintage Cup

Great coffee selection and a cozy local stop.

Gumlog BBQ and Fish Lodge

Gumlog BBQ & Fish Lodge

Very old-school, but a great little fish camp. Fried catfish and hushpuppies were great.

329 Bar and Grill

329 Bar & Grill

Great American fare, fun cocktails, and perfect for a date night or families.

Southern Hart Brewing Company

Southern Hart Brewing Company

Lots of beers on tap and great bar food.

Downtown Cafe Greek and Italian

Downtown Cafe Greek & Italian

Great pasta, and their Greek salad is amazing.

Common Ground

Common Ground

Ice cream shop, bakery, and coffee shop all in one. Can’t go wrong.

The Spotted Pig BBQ

The Spotted Pig BBQ

A fun local stop to add to your lake weekend dining options.

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Bait, Golf & Marinas

Everything you need for fishing, golf days, and time on the water around Lake Hartwell.

Bait & Tackle

Big'N Outdoors

Big'N Outdoors

Local Hartwell tackle shop with bass gear, live bait, and everything you need before hitting the lake.

Lake Hartwell Fishing & Marine

Lake Hartwell Fishing & Marine

Popular local fishing store with strong reviews. Great stop for tackle, gear, and fishing essentials.

Lake Hartwell Outdoor Center

Lake Hartwell Outdoor Center

Large bait and tackle stop with rods, reels, artificial baits, and live bait.

Sportsman's Warehouse

Sportsman’s Warehouse

Large outdoor retailer with rods, bait, tackle, and gear for just about any fishing trip.

Academy Sports + Outdoors

Academy Sports + Outdoors

Affordable fishing gear, rods, reels, and lake essentials with a big-box selection.

Golf

Walker Course

Walker Course

Clemson’s championship course with scenic views and great conditions.

Lake Russell State Park Golf Course

Lake Russell State Park Golf Course

Also known as Arrowhead Pointe, this scenic state park course offers beautiful lake views and a relaxed public golf experience.

Currahee Club

Currahee Club

Private high-end course with stunning mountain and lake views.

Cateechee Golf Club

Cateechee Golf Club

Championship golf in Hartwell with scenic views, practice facilities, and public tee times.

Marinas

Big Water Marina

Big Water Marina

Fuel, slips, boat rentals, live music, and Cash’s Bar & Grill.

Portman Marina

Portman Marina

Full-service marina and home of The Galley Restaurant.

Clemson Marina

Clemson Marina

Boat rentals, service, storage, and food right on the water.

Harbor Light Marina

Harbor Light Marina

Boat rentals and lakeside dining, with one of the best on-water atmospheres around the lake.

Local Guide

Things To Do

Family fun, local adventures, shopping, wellness, and lake activities around the area.

Family Fun & Activities

Lake Hartwell Family Fun Center

Lake Hartwell Family Fun Center

Old-school arcade fun for the family in downtown Hartwell.

Romp-A-Roo

Romp-A-Roo

Indoor playplace with bounce houses and play areas, geared toward toddlers and preschoolers.

The Haven Zoo

The Haven Zoo

Nonprofit exotic animal rescue that’s open to the public and also offers scheduled tours.

Skeeter Branch Duck Hunting Preserve

Skeeter Branch Duck Hunting Preserve

Duck hunting preserve. Check their website for season details and scheduling info.

Tugaloo State Park

Tugaloo State Park

Hiking trails, playgrounds, and seasonal activities like movie nights, arts and crafts, archery, and putt-putt.

Shores of Asbury Water Park

Shores of Asbury Water Park

Floating water park fun on Lake Hartwell. Great warm-weather stop for kids and families.

Shopping & Wellness

Downtown Lavonia Boutiques

Downtown Lavonia Boutiques

Cute local boutiques and small-town shopping in historic downtown Lavonia.

Downtown Hartwell Boutiques

Downtown Hartwell Boutiques

A fun area for shopping, dining, and walking around downtown Hartwell.

A Touch of Hartwell

A Touch of Hartwell

In-home massage. Christa will come to you and she is awesome. Great massage and very reasonably priced.

WHAT OUR GUESTS ARE SAYING

Matthew O.

Erin was very responsive and was able to accommodate our needs. The place was clean and as advertised.

Alexandria E.

Erin's place was the perfect stay for our little family during our time in Traveler's Rest! She eas responsive and very helpful. Would love to return next time we are in the area.

Darcy G.

We had an amazing stay! We loved the place, the service was excellent, and everything felt very peaceful and enjoyable. Highly recommend!

Kaitlin A.

Erin was great host. Very communicative and accommodating to our team. The home was exactly as pictured and in a nice quiet area. Would love to book again in the future!

Victoria H.

Beautiful home and peaceful and a lot of space

Rebecca T.

We had a great time! Fishing was awesome. Kids love the paddle boat and Kayaks

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