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HOW IS THE RESERVE DIFFERENT FROM OTHER COMMUNITIES?

Here, Lake Keowee is everywhere. 18,500 acres of mountain-fed waters that have a way of bringing people together. Over 600 families to be exact who already call The Reserve home. With nearly 4,000 acres and 30 miles of shoreline that mark one of the largest peninsulas on the lake. When you're ready to gather with friends, The Reserve offers over $100 million in family-friendly amenities. From a private 200-Slip Marina to a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course that tees off in the Village Center and cascades along the foothills like a nature discovery trail. And there is more to come. From a developer with more than 30 years experience creating some of the Southeast’s most acclaimed communities.

WHERE IS THE RESERVE?

Nestled in the foothills of the storied Blue Ridge Mountains. Nearby vibrant cities like Asheville and Greenville. Just 20 minutes from nationally-ranked Clemson University. And centered in Upstate South Carolina within two hours of both Atlanta and Charlotte. The Reserve at Lake Keowee is the perfect starting point for your family adventures. With nearly 4,000 acres and 30 miles of shoreline on pristine Lake Keowee. Click here to view area points of interest.

WHO IS GREENWOOD COMMUNITIES AND RESORTS?

Founded in 1978, Greenwood Communities and Resorts is a South Carolina-based master planned community developer. And for 30 years now Greenwood has created storied places throughout the Southeast including legendary Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on Hilton Head Island, recently ranked the No. 1 family resort in the world by Travel + Leisure magazine.

WHAT CAN I EXPERIENCE DURING MY VISIT TO THE RESERVE?

• Private Amenity and Real Estate tour
• Waterfront Village Center with Market, Post Office and Boardwalk
• Roomy, well-appointed suites at The Guest House
• Dining at The Orchard House clubhouse
• Community Concierge services
• Boat rentals from our private 200-Slip Marina
• Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf and practice facility
• Lakefront Park, Pools and Playground with full-service grill
• Walks along The Great Lawn
• Live performances at Founders Hall
• Tennis & Fitness facility with four Har-Tru clay courts
• Park system with exciting Trails and Wildlife
• Community Foundation art gallery and enrichment programs
• Croquet Lawn

WHERE CAN I EAT AT THE RESERVE?

• The Orchard House provides casual and upscale dining choices in a variety of settings—from the more formal dining room to the casual lounge and gallery bar, veranda and screened porch.
• Located between the ninth and tenth holes, the Turn House offers classic American fare, including burgers, sandwiches and cold beverages.
• Open in the summer season, the Poolside Grill also has a typical American menu, but stays open late on weekends to offer steak and seafood dinners in a family-friendly outdoor setting.
• The Market is our newest dining venue offering breakfast, light lunches and small-plate dinner events and live-entertainment at its welcoming, old-fashioned counter. And for dining in, The Market also has a selection of essential grocery items, butcher shop, beer and wine.

WHAT AMENITIES ARE PLANNED FOR THE FUTURE?

The Reserve has several projects in design to compliment our $100 million in completed amenities. Future plans include:

• Waterpark & Beach Club with a relaxing Lazy River
• Wellness Center with indoor swimming and state-of-the-art equipment
• Residents Lake Club
• Dry-Stack Boat Storage
• Arnold Palmer 27-Hole Premier Golf & Training Complex

HOW DOES THE RESERVE GIVE BACK?

The Reserve has development and monitoring systems in place to protect and preserve Lake Keowee's mountain-fed waters and shoreline habitats. The beauty and heritage of the area are retained with over 1,000 acres of community greenspace including 550 acred in perpetual conservation.

Our non-profit Community Foundation, funded through each real estate sale at The Reserve, leads four area enrichment programs including Environmental Stewardship, Education, Visual and Performing Arts, and Outreach. Recent Philanthropy campaigns include:

• (2008) Showhouse ticket proceeds generated over $26,000 for OMC Hospice of the Foothills.
• (2008) Annual Community Foundation outreach distributed $20,000 to 4 local charities: Pickens County Meals on Wheels, Prevent Child Abuse Pickens County, Helping Hands, and Pickens County Seniors Unlimited
• (2007) Annual Community Foundation outreach distributed $23,000 to five area non-profit organizations: Mary's House, Helping Hands, Meals-on-Wheels, OMC Hospice of the Foothills, The Good Samaritan Alliance
• (2006) Annual Community Foundation outreach campaign distributed funds to five area non-profit organizations: Mary’s House, Pickens County Museum of Art and History, Samaritan Heealth Clinic of Pickens County, The Good Samaritan Alliance, YMCA of Pickens County

HOW DO I CONTACT THE RESERVE?

The Reserve at Lake Keowee
190 Village Green Loop
Sunset, SC 29685
Toll Free: 1.877.922.5253 (LAKE)
Local: 864.868.4000