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A lakeside cottage on Lake Hartwell — paddleboards at the door, quiet that fixes whatever week you just had.
Featured Property
Portman Cove Cottage
A lakeside cottage on Lake Hartwell, walkable to Portman Marina and 18 minutes from Clemson. Paddleboards at the door, two state park passes in the welcome book, and the kind of quiet that fixes whatever week you just had.
Direct lake access for launching kayaks and paddleboards, morning shoreline walks, and sunset reflections — all from a 2-bedroom cottage that sleeps 4 with everything done right.
5.0 Rating
Top 10% on Airbnb
Inside Portman Cove
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What Is Included
Small Things, Done Right
Direct Lake Access
Step off the porch and onto the water
Paddleboards Included
Complimentary for guests — no extra cost
Blackstone Grill + Pizza Oven
Outdoor cooking for the full lake experience
Fire Pit
Perfect for evenings under Carolina stars
Keurig + Nespresso
Dual coffee setup for every preference
State Park Passes Included
Both GA and SC state park passes in the welcome book
Location
Everything Within Easy Reach
Walk to Portman Marina. Steps from The Galley and Nami waterfront dining. A short drive to Big Water Marina for pontoon rentals, and only 18 minutes to Clemson University. You get lake escape energy without feeling isolated.
Hosting a group for a Lake Hartwell bass tournament? Portman Cove puts you minutes from Green Pond Landing. Book early — tournament weekends fill fast.
Game Day
Skip the Hotel Scramble. Stay Lakeside.
18 minutes from Memorial Stadium. Blackstone grill for tailgate prep. Fire pit for the post-game wind-down. Worlds away from the chaos — but close enough to make every kickoff.
Ready for Lake Time?
Portman Cove Cottage on Lake Hartwell. Book direct on Airbnb.