It almost goes without saying that there are a lot of college football fans around Lake Keowee and fortunately for those folks Clemson University is just minutes away. This week our area is at the center of college football as Clemson will host ESPN’s College Gameday (currently college football’s premier television show) as our #5 Tigers host the #10 NC State Wolfpack. There will be tons of extra energy in the area along with Clemson and NC State car flags, etc. The only thing that could put a bit of a damper on the festivities is Hurricane Ian. Fortunately, we are far enough away from the point of impact as to see a much less windy, but still probably wet couple of days. Our prayers go out to all of the folks in the storms path. Stay safe!

Business has slowed, as is expected this time of year, and probably will just a bit more as interest rates, inflation and overall pricing begins to take a stronger hold. There are still plenty of buyers in the market, just few folks willing to part with these fantastic Lake Keowee properties for fear of difficulty finding a replacement. We were lucky enough to add a couple of great listings to the inventory over the past week with two lots. One Lake Keowee waterfront lot in Four Points North, Lot 5, and another interior lot with plenty of acreage in Cedar Creek, Lots 69,70 and 71 all being sold together with a boat slip. We also continue to take folks out and about in an effort to find that perfect spot when there aren’t many perfect spots available. 

You never know which way a hurricane will head until you’re looking back on its path, let’s hope she doesn’t do too much damage and instead that we can all enjoy what will be one of the most fun weeks in recent memory!

Lake Keowee Area News Corner

Proposed Highway 11 development ordinance evokes range of emiotions

Proposed Highway 11 development ordinance evokes range of emotions

PICKENS — A wide range of emotions were on display before Pickens County Council last month over an ordinance that allows limited and specific exceptions to development along S.C. Highway 11.

Pickens Co. council extends SC Highway 11 moratorium

Pickens Co. council extends SC Highway 11 moratorium

PICKENS — Pickens County Council has put a hold on an ordinance on future development along the S.C. Highway 11 corridor in the county so it can be studied more.

Judge denies John’s Marine appeal

Judge denies John’s Marine appeal

SENECA — A judge has denied an appeal filed two months ago by John’s Marine Service to the Oconee County 10th Judicial Circuit Court after the county Board of Zoning Appeals ruled in favor of an 18-foot variance request for a proposed 19-home subdivision on Ellenburg Road in Seneca.

Seneca awarded $500K grant for amphitheater

Seneca awarded $500K grant for amphitheater

SENECA — The city of Seneca has been awarded a $500,000 grant to build an amphitheater near the downtown business district. The federal grant was approved by the Appalachian Regional Commission, according to a news release from the city on Thursday afternoon. In addition to the grant, the $1.34 million project will include $840,000 in local funds, according to the release. Preliminary plans call for a stage, restrooms, landscaping and parking.