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Pirate's Retreat -Beautifully renovated lake home with Dock minutes from Clemson

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Pirate's Retreat -Beautifully renovated lake home with Dock minutes from Clemson (Seneca)
Nestled on the lake, this beautiful home offers a serene retreat with gorgeous views of the surrounding mountains. Unwind with outdoor games, take a dip in your kayak or paddleboard, and enjoy access to nearby South Cove park for tennis and pickleball.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pirate's Retreat -Beautifully renovated lake home with Dock minutes from Clemson

Enjoy a relaxing stay on the water. Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with everything from new appliances and furniture to small luxuries such as board games, DVDs, gas grill, 2 kayaks, 2 bikes, inflatable kayak, and outdoor games for your enjoyment. The property has a gorgeous view of the lake and mountains and is only a short 15 to 20 minute drive to Clemson University. Maybe you would like a mountain day trip to visit some local waterfalls or hit the trails, either skiing or off-roading, don't forget some shopping...endless possibilities. Walking distance from South Cove park where you can play tennis, pickleball, basketball, and use the boat ramp.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Due to COVID, the garbage service refuses loose trash. All garbage must be in plastic bags. $25 charge if violated.
Before leaving, verify all door are locked. This includes the sliding glass doors as well.
Upon leaving, take green trash can to the road. Trash pickup is Wednesday.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please list ages when booking.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Pirate's Retreat Newly Renovated Lakefront Home With Dock

About the neighborhood

Map
Seneca, SC

What's nearby

  • Lake Keowee - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • South Cove Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oconee County Library Seneca Branch - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Clemson University - 19 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Memorial Stadium - 21 min drive - 13.6 miles

Getting around

  • Clemson Station - 18 min drive
  • Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pirate's Retreat -Beautifully renovated lake home with Dock minutes from Clemson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pirate's Retreat -Beautifully renovated lake home with Dock minutes from Clemson?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pirate's Retreat -Beautifully renovated lake home with Dock minutes from Clemson?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pirate's Retreat -Beautifully renovated lake home with Dock minutes from Clemson located?

This family-friendly Seneca vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Lake Keowee and South Cove Park. Applewood Shopping Center and Golden Corner Plaza are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Pirate's Retreat -Beautifully renovated lake home with Dock minutes from Clemson Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pirates Cove

Great stay! The house is well kept and location is terrific! Susan is a wonderful host and was extremely responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

We had a great stay at Pirates Retreat! Very neat & clean. Beautiful lake view. Took a very nice walk to the campground near by. Thank you for a smooth checkin and checkout process! Would definitely come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Pirate’s Retreat

The whole Family had an excellent vacation! We loved our stay at Pirate’s Retreat and love Lake Keowee. We’ll be back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R., Greer, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome view, Great Location

Property was clean and comfortable. View was awesome and everything was as advertised. We will definitely visit again as we loved the home and the game room was fantastic. We also enjoyed using the kayaks and fishing from the dock.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such an amazing lake house!! They thought of everything for their guests! House is welcoming, clean and updated! The dock is well maintained as well and everything you need to boat kayak float etc is there! The game room is awesome and we had some crazy fun out there as well! Extra fridge and freezer are a huge plus! Loved the Keurig coffee! We made our own but loved having that for a quick cup of joe! Everything you need to cook in the open kitchen and a propane gas grill and instruments to cook outside. The views are the absolute best esp from the kitchen table and the huge den! TVs in every bedroom and awesome bath towels!! Loved the easy walk down to the dock!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing lakefront house

The accommodations were awesome. Great location, fun house with lots of toys, game room, beautiful view from the master bedroom, kitchen and living room. Decks and outside dining table with comfortable seating and lake view. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brock S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, well supplied, equipped for fun

First impression was extremely clean. Beyond that, view was amazing and house was well equipped/supplied for convenience and fun. Kids loved the provided kayaks and game room. Would definitely repeat visit
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent waterfront property.

Excellent waterfront property that is perfectly appointed and located on a deep water cove. House is very clean with modern amenities. Views are fantastic. The neighborhood is peaceful and easily accessible. Hosts are great people and a pleasure to work with. This is a five+ star property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee C., Clemson, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing lake weekend

Loved staying at the Pirate’s Retreat for my birthday weekend with friends. The hosts gave me some of my favorite wine and the house was nicely decorated and very clean. We enjoyed using the kayaks on the dock and the floats to just enjoy the water. I hope to return soon! Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dwight C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect pot - completely satisfied!

Five stars for good reason! SUPER CLEAN when we arrived. Everything was as good as it looked online. Perfect place for us to spend 3 days together. Susan's communication was exceptional and you can tell the hosts are focused on maximizing the guest experience. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family celebration getaway

We absolutely loved our stay at Pirate’s Cove. The location on the lake is great for children because it’s tucked away in a quiet cove. The house was clean and well stocked. The kids also loved the game room. Another plus was how close it is to south cove park, which we enjoyed the tennis & pickle ball courts. (Which they also have racquets at the house!) over all ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing weekend

We spent a wonderful, relaxing weekend while celebrating our Clemson daughter’s ring ceremony. The house was exactly as described. So clean and bright with a wonderful wall of windows facing the lake. The family room was larger than we expected and very comfortable. Communication with Susan was easy, and she was quick to respond to some questions I had. We really enjoyed the kayaks and the lift/rack you have made it so easy to use and stow them versus lugging them to the lake from a garage. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Pirate Retreat!

We really enjoyed our stay at the Pirates Retreat. This property was clean, spacious, and decorated so cute. The inside has large windows that allow you to view the lake in the living room and kitchen. The deck was amazing. We enjoyed watching the sunset and playing games outside. The pier was was so fun. The kids enjoyed jumping into the water and floating. We had a campfire and told stories too! I can't wait to return next year. The host responded to all inquiries immediately too. PS - This house had TP, paper towels, garbage bags, dish soap, laundry soap, and coffee, unheard of in my experiences with VRBO rentals. Thank you for an amazing vacation :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jo K., TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Over the Top

We take a lake vacation every year with our adult children and this was, by far, the best vacation and setting we’ve visited thus far. It was idyllic. The house sits on a wide cove with a tree covered campground across the cove( so nice not to be looking at other docks and houses.) The lake was clear and the yard gently sloping down to the dock. We swam from the dock, kayaked ( owner supplied) and paddle boarded all over the place. We had delicious meals from the grill and enjoyed the fans on the covered porch. The game room was a blast. We played foos ball, basketball and Tripoli. There is even an extra refrigerator in the game room. The house was clean, comfortable and well appointed. Communication with the owner was prompt and courteous. This will not be our only trip to Pirates Retreat! Thank you for a great vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was amazing and had lots to offer. Location was perfect! Clean and lots of amenities. Everyone loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Overall a great little house for the family to enjoy a weekend on the lake. Has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Visit

Stayed here for a week with family (all adults). We have been coming the Keowee/Hartwell area annually for the past decade, and this property was easily the best maintained and equipped out of any of the lake houses at which we have stayed. Great location on the water. Easy to get in and out of town. Home was fresh and modern-feeling on the inside, not like some of the worn, aged lake properties we have experienced. Dock had been freshy stained, and the deck was in good shape as well. The only minor drawback of the property was the lack of shade on the dock and deck. Otherwise 10 out of 10. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem

This place is a great place to stay any time of the year.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great place to stay and relax
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pirate Retreat

This is a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another amazing stay!

This is our second summer vacationing at Pirate’s retreat! It’s definitely a home away from home with everything you could possibly need. Everything is well kept down to even the fluffy bath towels. No detail has been overlooked at this rental and once again we had an amazing time! The extra fridge and extra deep freezer are such a bonus for us, the rooms are spacious, beds are cozy, the kitchen has it all, and the lake is the most pristine! We are once again so pleased with our stay here and can’t wait for next summer to do it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwight C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another fantastic year at Pirate's Retreat!

Really a perfect location in so many ways: quiet, private cove, close to supermarkets, close to Keowee Marina for boat rental and east-facing for beautiful sunrises and afternoon shade. The hosts are awesome and the property is super-clean, full of toys and just perfect for a week or two at the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

CLEMSON GRADUATION

The property was great! Communication was the best we’ve ever had! A lovely stay! We would highly recommend staying at the Pirate’s Retreat !! The only suggestion is that there could be more table lamps (bedrooms and living room) - very minor !!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giancarlo A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful short visit

Wonderful property on a beautiful piece of land. Hope to come again next year but for a bit longer stay. Very clean, well stocked, and convenient with how they set up checkin.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P., Redwood City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what we were looking for

We woke up to sunrises, relaxed on the deck, and enjoyed walking through the county park. House is set up nicely for family and friends to enjoy lake life. Susan is an excellent communicator.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024