Fair Play Homes with Hartwell Lake

Welcome to Fair Play, South Carolina – a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque Upstate region, where serene landscapes meet the tranquil waters of Lake Hartwell. This charming town offers a perfect blend of Southern hospitality and natural beauty, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or a vibrant community to call home.

Fair Play is renowned for its close-knit community atmosphere, where neighbors become friends and local businesses thrive. The town is conveniently located near major highways, ensuring easy access to nearby cities like Anderson and Clemson, while still providing a quiet, rural lifestyle. Outdoor enthusiasts will adore the abundance of recreational opportunities that Lake Hartwell offers, from boating and fishing to hiking and picnicking along the scenic shores.

When it comes to real estate, Fair Play shines with a variety of homes that cater to diverse lifestyles. Many properties boast stunning views of Lake Hartwell, allowing residents to enjoy breathtaking sunsets right from their backyards. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cottage, a spacious family home, or a luxurious waterfront retreat, Fair Play has something for everyone.

Living in Fair Play means embracing a lifestyle filled with adventure, relaxation, and community spirit. With its rich history, friendly residents, and beautiful surroundings, this charming town is more than just a place to live – it’s a place to thrive. Explore the homes available in Fair Play and discover the perfect spot to create lasting memories by the serene waters of Lake Hartwell. Your dream home awaits!

Newest Fair Play Homes with Hartwell Lake

$359,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Life feels better at 265 Capps Road, your lakefront escape where good times unfold. Tucked along the shores of Lake Hartwell, this beloved retreat is ready for new owners to create a lifetime of memories. With two bedrooms and a full bath on the main level plus a spacious sleeping loft upstairs, there's room for everyone to spread out and unwind. The heart of the home is a vaulted living room anchored by a stacked stone fireplace, flowing into a large kitchen with bar seating, made for gathering. Step out to the generous screened porch complete with TV, ample seating, and a bar, and let the lake do the rest. Whether you're celebrating, relaxing, or simply soaking in the view, this porch will become your favorite place to be. This home is being sold fully furnished and is already set up to sleep 10+, making it a true turnkey retreat from day one. Underneath you'll find a golf cart garage and storage for all your lake toys. This property is ideally suited for buyers seeking the lakefront lifestyle through swimming, kayaking, and the pure enjoyment of being on the water. A neighborhood boat ramp keeps the lake fully accessible without the added cost and maintenance of a private dock. The lot sits in a green zone right on the water, and the cove features a natural waterfall that has to be seen to be appreciated. There is room on the property to park your boat and trailer. Come see why 265 Capps Road feels like everywhere else you've ever been, only better.

265 Capps Road, Fair Play

$240,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Enjoy the Lake Hartwell lifestyle without the lakefront price in this move-in-ready, three-bedroom, two-bath ranch in Cherokee Bay. Fresh paint, newer luxury vinyl plank flooring, a new roof and gutters, and upgraded toilets in both bathrooms make this home ready for everyday living or weekend escapes. Ceiling damage from a prior water leak has also been repaired. The comfortable one-level floor plan includes a spacious living room, an eat-in kitchen, and all three bedrooms on the main level. Set on a 0.60-acre interior lot, the property offers room to enjoy the outdoors while remaining easy to maintain. A short golf cart ride takes you to the community pool, Lake Hartwell access, recreation area, and neighborhood mailboxes. Spend summer afternoons near the water, relax by the pool, or use the home as a convenient base for boating, fishing, and exploring the Western Upstate. Located in Fair Play, South Carolina, Cherokee Bay offers convenient access to I-85, Clemson University, shopping, dining, and area recreation. This home is well suited for full-time living, a weekend getaway, or a low-maintenance retreat near the lake. Priced at $240,000 and USDA eligible.

123 Sequayah Drive, Fair Play

$899,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths

This Lake Hartwell home sits on a double lot 2+acres, has private covered dock in place, and lots of recent upgrades! Gated community filled with executive homes. Close to I-85 and EV charging station off exit 4 quickly gets you on the interstate to Atlanta, Anderson, or Greenville.. When you pull in, you will appreciate the privacy, incredible amount of parking, and concrete paths around the sides and down to the lake! Entire house, driveway, decks, porches and dock freshly pressure washed. Open concept floor plan with cathedral ceilings, fully appointed kitchen, 4 Beds and 4 Full Baths. Primary Suite on main has deck access features double sinks, garden tub, separate shower, and 2 walk-in closets. New roof 2023, New paint throughout, New upgraded carpet in main level bedrooms, refinished hardwoods, gutters upgraded to Leaf Filter system with transferrable warranty. Synthetic no maintenance expansive decking in rear wraps around sides of main level. Check out the walkout basement! All LVP, Large open area for entertaining, another bed and bath, flex rooms, large landing area. Heading out back basement level is a spacious covered patio and stairs to top deck. Head down the concrete walkways to the lake a fire-pit awaits. You're ready to host relaxing nights, make memories, tell stories, roast marshmallows, and soak in your private tranquil lake oasis. Additional storage building also conveys for lawn equipment or additional storage. Home comes with the appliances, air-hockey, extra basement fridge, TV's, Camera system, Dartboard, and everything else you see inside. Kayaks and everything at the dock is also yours with purchase. Current water levels are historically low. Dock can be moved out quite a bit according to the C.O.E. as water levels rise. Quick boat ride to Tilly's Tiki hut for live music food and drinks by way of water. Harbor Light Marina if you need to gas, ice, or lake supples white boating. Property taxes currently showing at the investor (Non-Owner occupant rate). Primary home residents pay significantly less. Check the Oconee County Tax estimator for accurate property taxes to reflect your planned use.

104 Gates Cove Drive, Fair Play

$450,000

Do not miss this opportunity to own approximately 35 acres on Lake Hartwell, which is one of South Carolina’s most pristine and sought after lake! This land is perfect for multiple opportunities that include development, possibilities, recreational, and hunting land, your dream home to be built with all of this incredible privacy and direct access to Lake Hartwell, the list goes on and on! This land does have the Green zoning designation as per the Corps of engineers and YES it has been approved for a dock down at the water which is hard to find! That is true, this property has over 1000 feet of rear water frontage on a nice Lake Hartwell cove!!!This incredible land is only 45 minutes to downtown Greenville South Carolina and just an hour and a half from Atlanta and less than a half hour to all that the wonderful city of Clemson, South Carolina has to offer to include wonderful shopping and restaurants and all that the campus has to offer! You truly can’t go wrong with the investment this land has to offer for whatever possibility you want to create that suits your needs! Truly, a one-of-a-kind opportunity at this price! Subdivision concept was AI generated.

320 Fishers Cove Road, Fair Play

$69,999

Come and see this exceptional opportunity to craft your dream home on a generous 1.49-acre wooded parcel, ideally situated just two miles from I-85. This buildable lot offers the perfect blend of natural serenity and convenient accessibility, providing a unique canvas for your architectural vision. A new survey has been completed, and the driveway has already been started, streamlining the initial stages of development. The seller will also cover the cost of the perc test, further simplifying your building process. Enjoy the ideal balance of privacy and community within the Moonlight Bay subdivision, which this lot will join upon purchase. Essential utilities, including city water, natural gas, and electricity, are readily available at the paved road, ensuring modern comforts. Residents will benefit from exclusive access to a private community dock (no dock currently available per POA) and the serene lake, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. The low annual HOA fee of $200 enhances the appeal of this prime location, which mandates a minimum square footage of 1500 for new constructions, safeguarding property values and neighborhood aesthetics. Embrace a lifestyle where tranquility meets convenience, surrounded by nature yet close to essential amenities.

106 Moonlight Drive, Fair Play

$1,150,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths

Located in an established Lake Hartwell community, 218 Riverlake Road offers a rare opportunity to own a home with both a private inground pool and a deeded boat slip on year-round deep water! This custom-built home is only 2 years old and was carefully designed for the flexibility to accommodate varying family sizes and life stages. This home was designed to suit anyone from a young family with children, retirees hosting frequent visitors, those working from home, or even someone looking for a vacation home. Those who enjoy hosting will value the forethought that went into creating this home to be an entertainer’s dream. The main level has an open floorplan and even includes a game room with a 4-panel accordion door, which truly makes the covered patio and pool area feel like an extension of the indoor space. Kitchen features include custom cabinetry that extends all the way to the 10 ft ceilings, an oversized island that seats 7, Cafe double wall ovens with Wi-Fi, Taj Mahal quartzite countertops, and a variety of custom organizers & pull-outs. A large walk-in pantry is located just off the kitchen. With a beautiful tray ceiling, access to the covered patio and pool area, and plush carpeting underfoot, the primary bedroom is inviting at any hour. The expansive walk-in closet provides ample storage space with custom cabinetry that includes jewelry inserts, extensive shelving, shoe storage, and hat or belt hooks. The adjoining bathroom is an owner’s oasis, offering both a huge walk-in shower with dual shower heads and a 12" rain shower, and an oversized heated & lighted jacuzzi tub. The main level includes one additional bedroom with a private bathroom, as well as a walk-in laundry room and powder room. Upstairs, you'll find a beautiful office with French doors, two additional bedroom suites, and a flex space. The home has a 3 car heated & cooled garage, and 2 of the bays are 30 feet deep in order to accommodate a boat on a trailer. There is an additional 12x30 parking pad beside the home, as well as a covered side porch that's great for golf cart parking or mower storage. The back yard is surrounded by a privacy fence and offers plenty of space for gardening or other activities when you're not enjoying the 6 person spa or 20x40 heated salt water gunite pool which includes stone waterfalls, bubblers, and sun deck. This beautifully landscaped property also includes a 5 zone irrigation system and ornate stone retaining wall. Additional features include: 8 ft interior doors on main level, 8 ft solid mahogany front entry door, 8" crown molding and baseboards, oversized tubs with tiled surrounds in guest bathrooms, spray foam insulation, and two tankless water heaters. So much thought went into this home - you truly must see it in person to appreciate it!

218 Riverlake Road, Fair Play

$185,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths

Fish camp? Private getaway? Grow your own food, catch your own fish, eggs from your chickens? This is the place. Conveniently located near Glenn Ferry Boat Ramp, overlooking the lake, privacy all around! This 2BR, 1BA, 1978 singlewide mobile home has it all. Large shop, wood shed, green house, fruit trees, chicken coops, man cave shed, front porch, nice setting and road frontage! You gotta see this one!

721 Glenn Ferry Road, Fair Play

$489,999

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Wake up to the sound of a gently flowing creek, sip your morning coffee overlooking Lake Hartwell, and end each day with breathtaking sunsets from your expansive back deck. At 160 Tugaloo Shores Road, life moves at a different pace. Set on 3.34 private acres with no HOA and no restrictions, this charming waterfront cabin offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the peace and freedom that's becoming increasingly difficult to find. With 150 feet of natural shoreline and year-round lake views, you'll enjoy the beauty of waterfront living while surrounded by mature trees and abundant privacy. Inside, the warm and inviting floor plan is designed for gathering. The spacious eat-in kitchen opens to the living area, making it easy to entertain family and friends after a day on the lake or around the fire pit. The main-level primary suite provides a private retreat with an attached full bath, while two additional bedrooms and a second full bathroom offer comfortable accommodations for guests. Recent improvements include a newly replaced upstairs HVAC system, providing added comfort and peace of mind, and all kitchen and laundry appliances convey with the home for added convenience. Upstairs, the versatile loft creates the perfect space for movie nights, a home office, bunk room, or game room. A fourth bedroom and half bath make it easy to host family and friends all year long. Outside is where this property truly shines. Spend your afternoons relaxing on the oversized decks, listening to the nearby creek, watching wildlife, and taking in uninterrupted views of Lake Hartwell. A private lower deck is already outfitted for a hot tub, creating the perfect place to unwind after a day outdoors. The non-dockable shoreline preserves the natural beauty of the property, creating an exceptionally peaceful setting that's perfect for kayaking, fishing from the bank, or simply enjoying the water without the congestion of heavy boat traffic. Whether you're looking for a full-time home, a weekend getaway, or an investment opportunity, this unrestricted Fair Play retreat offers the freedom to make it your own. Here, life is measured by peaceful mornings overlooking the lake, evenings around the fire, and time well spent with the people who matter most. It's more than a home. It's the Lake Hartwell lifestyle.

160 Tugaloo Shores Road, Fair Play

$499,999

A RARE FIND - Hartwell Waterfront Lot with Dock. Deep Water. Gentle Shoreline. Sunset Views. Perched along one of the most desirable stretches of Lake Hartwell shoreline, this extraordinary .58-acre lakefront homesite offers the rare combination of breathtaking sunset views, deep year-round water, shallow areas ideal for wading and swimming, and an exceptionally gentle slope from the future homesite to the lake — creating an unmatched connection to the lake lifestyle. With approximately 300 degrees of surrounding water views from the dock, the setting feels private, expansive, and truly one of a kind. A fully equipped dock awaits, complete with a covered boat slip, boat lift, swim platform, in-water bench seating, and ladder — thoughtfully designed for effortless days on the water and unforgettable evenings with family and friends. Edgewater is a peaceful lakefront community designed for full-time residents and second-home owners, with no short-term rentals permitted. Low POA fees further enhance the appeal. This remarkable property captures everything buyers seek in luxury lake living: privacy, natural beauty, recreation, and enduring value. A rare opportunity to build not just a home, but a legacy on one of the Southeast’s premier lakes.

474 Overlook Drive, Fair Play

$374,900

Lake Hartwell Dockable Waterfront Lot with OPEN WATER VIEWS! New path has been cut to access the lake views. Sloping .673 acre home site suitable for a walk-out basement floor plan. Desirable cul-de-sac location in Riverlake Subdivision very close to I-85. You will love the convenience to Atlanta just 1.5 hours and Greenville is just 45 minutes away. Locally you can enjoy proximity to Anderson, Clemson, and Seneca for shopping, dining, sports and entertainment. Beautiful open water views could be achieved when clearing for your dream home. Seller has obtained a Septic Permit, ACOE Covered Dock Approval and a Survey on Record. Schedule a viewing today!

257 Riverlake Road, Fair Play

$185,000

LAKE HARTWELL WATERFRONT LOT! O Overlook Drive (Lot 4) is a .71 acre culdesac lot on a hilltop overlooking the lake in the Edgewater Hills subdivision on the shores of Lake Hartwell. Lake Hartwell has 962 mile of shoreline and is known for its fishing with the most popular being for striped bass. Lake Hartwell will be hosting the Bassmaster Classic for a record fifth time in 2027. The community offers peace and tranquility and nature lovers will enjoy watching the deer that frequent the community. The lot is not permitted for its own dock but ownership comes with deeded covered slip #2 on Lot 31. I-85 and Hwy 11 are close to the community providing convenient access to Anderson, Seneca, Clemson and Greenville.

O Overlook Drive, Fair Play

$1,449,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths

Experience luxury lake living on Lake Hartwell! This beautifully updated 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath waterfront home in Fair Play, SC offers over 4,600 sqft of thoughtfully designed living space paired with breathtaking water views from nearly every rear-facing room. Designed for entertaining and multi-generational living, the home features a second kitchen on the lower level along with two expansive rear decks perfect for relaxing and taking in the lake views. Outside, enjoy an exceptional waterfront setup with an impressive double-decker dock, private boat ramp, and true deep water slip. Spend your afternoons on the lake while guests unwind on the upper sun deck. Boat negotiable. Freshly painted and move-in ready, the home also includes a spacious 2-car garage on the main level plus an additional utility garage below ideal for lake toys or a golf cart (negotiable). Whether you’re searching for a luxury primary residence, weekend retreat, or investment opportunity, this property offers the flexibility of short term rentals and the ultimate Lake Hartwell lifestyle. Schedule your private showing today!

112 Gates Cove Drive, Fair Play

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