Salem Homes with Few Trees Lot Description

Welcome to Salem, South Carolina – a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque Oconee County. Known for its stunning natural beauty and serene atmosphere, Salem is the perfect blend of small-town charm and outdoor adventure. With its proximity to the breathtaking Lake Hartwell and the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, residents enjoy a lifestyle that embraces both relaxation and recreation.

Salem is a community that thrives on its rich history and vibrant culture. Whether you’re exploring local art galleries, savoring delightful cuisine at quaint eateries, or participating in community events, there’s always something happening in this delightful town. The friendly atmosphere and close-knit community make Salem an ideal place for families, retirees, and anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

For those seeking a home in Salem, you’ll find an array of properties that cater to diverse lifestyles. If you prefer spacious lots with minimal tree coverage, you’re in luck! Homes with few trees offer the perfect canvas for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply basking in the warm South Carolina sun. These properties allow for ample natural light and stunning views of the surrounding landscape, while still providing the privacy and tranquility that many homeowners desire.

Explore the charm of Salem, SC, and discover your dream home in a community that celebrates nature, history, and a vibrant way of life. Embrace the opportunity to create lasting memories in this enchanting town where every day feels like a vacation!

Newest Salem Homes with Few Trees Lot Description

$2,100,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths

Thoughtfully designed and move-in ready, this Lake Keowee waterfront home offers an ease of lake living and provides an admiration of its established sought-after community. A circular drive provides ample parking for family and guests. This love-filled home has been full of laughter while accommodating large gatherings. A setting where everyone not only loves to visit, this is where they come home to the lake. The craftsman accent exterior is adorned by stone and wood beams while offering a low maintenance design. The floor plan showcases a seamless flow with generous space designed for main level everyday living and flexibility while entertaining. There are two bedrooms with two full baths on the main level. A third sleeping space, home office, gym or hobby space is positioned behind sold French doors off the foyer for added versatility. The great room is the heart of the home, featuring vaulted ceilings, a gas fireplace framed by built-in showcase cabinets and an inviting connection to the kitchen and dining area. The kitchen offers an abundance of cabinetry and counter space, not one but three ovens, a farmhouse sink, and a center island with additional seating. The dining area is as expansive as you need it to be with plenty of flexibility for casual meals to dinner with guests. The best part of the main level is how effortlessly the indoors transition to the expansive 40-foot-wide deck, accessible from both the kitchen and great room. With both covered porch space and open-air space, this outdoor living area extends the entire rear of the home for grilling, relaxing and entertaining waterside. The primary suite is positioned quietly behind one end of the main level, a peaceful retreat with an ensuite bath featuring a soaking tub, walk-in frameless tile shower, and elevated dual vanities. A second main level guest bedroom is on opposite side with a hall full bath, a generous mud room style entry and convenient access to the oversized three-car garage. The terrace level expands the living space with a large recreation area that opens directly to a covered porch spanning the width of the main-level deck. This level features a total of three bedrooms and two full baths. Two bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath, while an additional bedroom on the opposite wing adjoins an ensuite full bath. A storage room offers valuable space for all the extras, while a separate future wine cellar, features a stone accent wall, adds a fun and distinctive touch. Outside, the gentle sloping fenced yard provides plenty of room for pets, play, and gatherings. This is a yard that would be great for a swimming pool, cornhole tournaments or simply tossing a football. A concrete walk, wide enough to accommodate a golf cart, extends from the front driveway, past a rear garage door and down to the private covered slip dock. The covered dock is equipped with a boat lift, two PWC lifts, and storage box. This quiet cove is great for floating, kayaking and paddle boards while providing year-round water for your watercraft. With its desirable mid-lake location, you're approximately 13 minutes to town, only 25 minutes to Clemson University, an hour to Greenville SC, and merely 45 minutes to Cashiers, NC. This is a home where the tough work and uncertain expense has already been done. All you need are your personal belongings and a lake float to start enjoying Lake Keowee today! Note Special Features: The septic onsite at this property is sized up to 6-bedrooms for ease of mind in expansion. A Generac home generator services the entire main level and garage. Lower patio wired for hot tub. No For Sale Sign at property.

304 Woodgreene Court, Salem

$2,875,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths

Beautifully and thoughtfully designed by the owners themselves and custom built by YoderBuilt Custom Homes, this exceptional lakefront home features five bedrooms, and three full and one-half baths with over 4,000 square feet of living space. The first striking impression is the home's distinctive architecture, mature landscaping, and beautifully maintained grounds. A welcoming front elevation showcases multiple rooflines, natural stone accents, as well as handsome wood garage doors and a matching wood front door. The circular driveway provides plenty of approach and parking space. As you step inside, designed to showcase its spectacular lakefront open water setting, the stunning living room features soaring vaulted wood ceilings with fir wood posts and trusses, white oak hardwood floors throughout, a beautiful stone fireplace with ambrosia maple mantel, and custom cabinetry and shelves. Custom moldings, cabinetry and trim work make this house so unique. Walls of windows capture sweeping views of the lake and surrounding landscape, creating a natural light-filled space where water is the undeniable focal point. Adjacent to the living room, the dining area is perfectly positioned along a dramatic curved wall of windows, once again capturing stunning lake views. Spacious enough to comfortably seat ten, this inviting setting is ideal for elegant dinners, holiday gatherings, and entertaining family and friends. The spacious gourmet kitchen is thoughtfully separated by a high transom and designed for everyday function and effortless entertaining, featuring a full suite of Jenn-Air stainless steel appliances. Custom cabinetry provides abundant storage, with two corner cabinets, open displays, and interior lighting that beautifully showcases the space. Leathered-finish granite countertops add texture and sophistication, while a stunning stained mahogany island offers comfortable lower seating or an expansive serving area-making this kitchen as beautiful as it is functional. Just off the kitchen, custom folding doors that match the cabinetry open to a unique pass-through pantry, designed to maximize storage, functionality, and convenience. The pantry flows directly into the spacious laundry room. Privately positioned off the living room through a charming alcove, the spacious primary suite offers a beautiful retreat with a dramatic curved wall of windows overlooking the picturesque waterfront. The generously sized walk-in closet is designed for exceptional organization, with cedar shelving and ample storage. The en-suite primary bath features craftsman board and batten walls, a soaking tub, double vanities, including a sit-down vanity area, and a walk-in tiled shower. The main-level sunroom offers year-round enjoyment, complete with a mini-split HVAC unit and a front-row seat to the ever-changing beauty of the lake. The main level also includes a guest bedroom, which could also be used as a home office, and a nicely detailed powder room. The craftsman style staircase leads to the lower level of the house, which is thoughtfully designed for both privacy and hospitality. This level includes a large den, kitchenette, three bedrooms (one with built-in bunkbeds), two full bathrooms, several private entrances to the outside, a huge storage room/workspace area with climate control, plus more spectacular views of Lake Keowee! Additional highlights include Geothermal HVAC system, an irrigation pump from the lake, pre-wired surround sound system, security system, electric generator connection outside, Hunter Douglas automatic blinds, new roof and water heater (2024), huge patio, oversized 2-car garage with a workshop. Outside a gentle walk leads to 137 feet of shoreline and a deep-water partially covered dock that features TREX flooring, electricity, boat lift, a lake ladder and seat. Come see for yourself the very best of Keowee lake living! 26' Manitou tri-toon boat for sale separately if interested (see attached doc for more info).

303 Woodgreene Court, Salem

$379,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths

Lake Keowee access in the gated community of Keowee Harbours. This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home sits on just over an acre of wooded lot, a short trip from the community boat ramp and dock. HOA amenities include a clubhouse, pool and tennis court. There are two primary suites, one on the main level with a double vanity, jetted tub and steam shower, and a second one upstairs with walk-in closets. The kitchen has an island, double oven and a bay window breakfast nook. There's a gas log fireplace in the living room, a sunroom that opens to the back deck, and an extra room off the kitchen that works as an office. Two more bedrooms are upstairs. Covered front porch, two car garage and main level laundry. Plenty of room to make it your own. Offers will be reviewed Sunday 10/18, with a decision Monday morning.

3 Eastern Pointe, Salem

$625,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths

Looking for space, privacy, and proximity to one of the Upstate’s most sought-after lakes? This property offers 8.77 acres of land located just minutes from Lake Keowee, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the lake and surrounding outdoor lifestyle while having plenty of room to spread out. The home is being offered as-is and provides an opportunity for a buyer looking to renovate, improve, or create something of their own.

418 Maranatha Lane, Salem

$3,795,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5.5 Baths

411 Evergreen Trail | The Cliffs at Keowee Falls South Newly priced June 12 — and worth every bit of the new number. Set on three lots totaling 4 private acres within Emerald Bay, one of The Cliffs at Keowee Falls South's most exclusive enclaves, this waterfront estate delivers sweeping, uninterrupted lake and mountain views, a natural stream winding through the property, and two additional included parcels that offer genuine optionality — preserve them as a private buffer, build additional structures, or sell them separately after closing. Renderings for potential development are available upon request. The great room anchors the main level with vaulted ceilings, a stacked stone fireplace, and custom built-ins with a concealed TV lift. A coffered-ceiling den with adjoining half bath serves beautifully as a home office or quiet retreat. The dining area flows through French doors to a screened porch built for year-round living — built-in grill, stacked stone fireplace, retractable vinyl panels. The chef's kitchen offers double ovens, a gas cooktop, walk-in pantry, and an expansive island, all wrapped in natural light and long-range lake views. The main-level primary suite completes the floor with breathtaking water views, dual walk-in closets, a custom shower, and soaking tub. Downstairs, a recreation room with wet bar and direct outdoor access sets the tone for effortless entertaining. A custom bunk room with four queen beds, two additional guest suites, and two renovated baths accommodate everyone comfortably. Above the three-car garage, a fifth bedroom suite flexes as guest quarters, media room, or private retreat. Private walking trails wind through the acreage to a covered dock with lift already in place. A Cliffs Club membership is available, offering access to all seven communities and their world-class amenities. This is Lake Keowee living at its best — three lots, one extraordinary opportunity, now at its best price.

411 Evergreen Trail, Salem

$2,895,000

5 Beds ⋅ 6.5 Baths

Set high on the ridge overlooking the crystal waters of Lake Keowee, this highly updated and fully functional home is ideal for the buyer seeking a move-in ready retreat close to the clubhouse and amenities within an exterior and landscape maintenance-free enclave. Featuring rich stone and beam architecture, a new Davinci synthetic wood shake-like roof, an open floor plan that flows seamlessly onto outdoor living areas overlooking the lake, and a recently updated, well-manicured landscape, the home is an attractive mountain lake offering. Key Value Highlights: Move-in ready condition supported by major landscape, structural, mechanical, and finish updates. New Davinci roof, all three HVAC units replaced, tankless hot water heater, several baths updated, bedroom carpets replaced with hardwood, interior painting, new washer/dryer, dishwashers, microwave, and televisions. $200k investment in a new custom sunroom, new patio with Coyote grill, radon mitigation system, and $17k landscape investment. Initially built and recently updated by Resort Custom Homes, the primary living area features 22-foot vaulted ceilings, dual floor-to-ceiling stone fireplaces, access to the expansive rear deck through disappearing framed glass Nano doors, and direct connection to the kitchen and newly completed sunroom. The new sunroom is a standout gathering space, finished at the same level as the home and framed by a stone fireplace and walls of windows overlooking the lake. The open great room serves as the focal point for access to the kitchen, sunroom, new outdoor patio with grill, and main-level outdoor living area. The private master suite with lake views anchors one end of the main level, while a full-sized guest suite anchors the opposite end. The kitchen is a chef’s delight with a rich decorative dual crossbeam ceiling, abundant cabinetry and counter space, dual sinks, an oversized double-door SubZero refrigerator/freezer, a WOLF range with dual ovens, gas cooktop, six burners and griddle, a warming drawer, dual dishwashers, and a walk-in pantry with ice maker. Above the garage, a fabulous living suite offers a kitchenette, lounging area, and a one-of-a-kind custom bunk room featuring eight bunk beds: four doubles and four singles, each with a dedicated TV for personal enjoyment. A dual-vanity bath completes this flexible guest suite. Descending to the lower level, a welcoming den with fireplace leads into an extraordinary bar and pub area fully equipped with a five-stool bar, custom glass cabinetry, beautiful granite counters, ice maker, wine chiller, refrigerator, sink, and dishwasher. A full-length shuffleboard adds to the authenticity of the pub-style gathering space. Adjoining the pub is an outstanding media room with three separate TVs and surround sound, ideal for watching multiple sporting events or enjoying a quiet night at the movies. This room and the remainder of the home feature a RUSSOUND system for music and audio. Two additional private ensuites sit on opposite ends of this level, each leading to covered outdoor living areas. Outdoor features include an oversized infinity-edge spa hot tub, fenced manicured landscape, a welcoming firepit overlooking the lake, a large screened porch, and a second laundry room for guest convenience. Just off the manicured lawn and flagstone steps, a terraced path leads to the water’s edge for fishing or launching a kayak. Prime convenience is another major attribute of this home, with easy walking or golf cart access to the club and amenities. Additionally, for low maintenance living, this enclave features a community-wide exterior landscape and irrigation management program, along with exterior painting and staining every three years, affording peace of mind and enjoyment for $1,735 per quarter.

162 Ridge Top Lane, Salem

$935,000

6 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths

BREATHTAKING MOUNTAIN VIEWS, THREE LEVELS OF LIVING & ROOM FOR EVERYONE! Perched high atop Jocassee Ridge, this spectacular 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the rare combination of breathtaking mountain vistas, expansive living space, and the freedom to enjoy the best of the Upstate’s natural beauty. With views that transform with the seasons from lush greens to brilliant autumn colors to occasional Wintery snow filled wonderland, this is more than a home; it’s a place to make memories. Designed for both grand family gatherings and intimate getaways, the home spans three levels and features TWO full kitchens, making it ideal for holiday celebrations, multi-generational living, extended guests, or simply spreading out and enjoying your own private retreat. The main level welcomes you with a spacious primary suite, a beautiful stone fireplace with gas logs, and a private balcony where you can begin and end your day surrounded by mountain scenery. The kitchen offers a propane gas-line hookup for grilling right on the balcony, making outdoor entertaining effortless. A covered back porch provides another peaceful spot to relax and take in the backyard and spectacular vistas, while the covered front porch offers yet another perspective of the mountains and even a glimpse of Lake Keowee. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms provide plenty of room for family and guests, along with a huge game room/rec room combination designed for hours of entertainment and fun. The lower level takes this home to another level literally! Two additional bedrooms, a second full kitchen, another game room, and two sets of patio doors open directly to the backyard and a covered patio stretching nearly the width of the home. Step outside, settle into the porch swing, and simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings and nature’s ever-changing masterpiece. A whole-house generator provides an added measure of peace of mind, while the gated community offers security and the HOA provides first-come, first-served RV and boat parking an especially valuable amenity for those who love to explore the lakes and mountains. And what a location! Situated wonderfully between Lake Jocassee and Lake Keowee, outdoor adventure is right at your fingertips. Explore nearby waterfalls, boat launches, hiking trails, and miles of opportunities for mountain biking, horseback riding, boating, fishing, hiking, and simply enjoying the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Resort Living without the fees!! Whether you're searching for a spectacular primary residence, a mountain escape, a family retreat, or a place where everyone can gather without feeling crowded, this Jocassee Ridge home delivers something truly special. Come experience the views, the space, and the lifestyle for yourself. Once you see this one, you may never want to leave.

283 Jocassee Ridge Way, Salem

$450,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Welcome to 362 Ridge Road in Salem, an exceptional 5-bedroom, 3-full-bath home offering over 3,500 square feet of living space on a private, fully fenced 1.23-acre lot. Quality construction, timeless finishes & modern updates come together in this nice home, offering incredible space, versatility & value at an unbeatable price. Inside, quality hardwood flooring runs throughout both levels, where three separate living spaces offer plenty of flexibility. Create a comfortable family room, children’s play area, home office/library, or even a dedicated media room or additional den. Floor-to-ceiling built-in bookshelves add character to the library space, while a separate formal dining room provides a separate room for meals & large gatherings. At the heart of the home, the spacious kitchen features a large granite working island, quality white cabinetry, gas cooktop & double wall ovens. The main level includes three bedrooms, making this home an ideal fit for a large family. An updated full bath serves the main-level bedrooms. Upstairs are two large primary suites, each with a walk-in closet & attached full bath. The larger suite is especially impressive, featuring a built-in dressing area, generous linen storage, dual sinks, a separate water closet, an oversized seated shower, and a corner jetted tub. The home continues to deliver with approximately 330 square feet of walk-in basement space, including finished space along with an unfinished area ideal for a workshop or additional storage. A large garage comfortably accommodates two oversized vehicles with additional room, while the side carport provides even more covered parking. The floored attic adds another storage option. Outdoor living is just as inviting. A full covered front porch stretches across the home, while the large back deck overlooks the private property below. The fully fenced 1.23 acres offer plenty of space for pets, play & gardening, with established blueberry & blackberry bushes and asparagus beds already in place. Additional features include a Generac whole-house automatic generator, two HVAC systems installed in 2020 & 2021, and a 500-gallon propane tank servicing the whole-house Generac, fireplace & gas cooktop. Conveniently located just off Scenic Highway 11 and only minutes from Lake Jocassee, Lake Keowee & Tamassee-Salem Elementary, this property offers the space & privacy of country living in one of Oconee County’s most beautiful areas—all at an unbeatable value with MOTIVATED SELLERS, and ready for its next owner.

362 Ridge Road, Salem

$1,600,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths

Luxury Live Auction! Bidding to start from $1,600,000.00! UNOBSTRUCTED BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS ! Completed in 2024, this Mountain Modern 4000+ Square Foot residence boasts the most magnificent mountain views overlooking the north end of Lake Keowee. Situated between Lakes Keowee & Jocassee on 7.35 acres beautifully landscaped to showcase the unique design of the home and maximize the views from almost every room. Being offered with the home is a .70 acre interior lake lot in the Turtlehead Community just a short walk or cart ride away. Amenities in this gated subdivision include boat/trailer storage, boat ramp, pool, pickle ball, tennis, and clubhouse. Have the best of both worlds, views only achieved perched high above the lake and access to lake life amenities. HOA Fee for lot in Turtlehead Subdivision is $1760/Year. When the gate opens it is a WOW experience for sure, unobscured views can be seen right through the glass front of the home. The goal was to create the feeling of being in the mountains inside and out with as much open space as possible. Using 12 x 12 beams, mountain stone, metal roof, and wood accents the design stayed true to the mountains, but inside find a modern floor plan with neutral colors allowing the colors of nature to be the focus. Walls of glass stackable doors and windows open to extend the living space to the expansive deck. Even the kitchen window opens to the bar and outside dining and grilling area. It is a home designed to enjoy with others. Seasons in the SC Upstate allow year around enjoyment of the outdoor spaces while the Hot Tub and Gas Fire Rock are especially nice in the cooler months. Scenic drives to mountain towns & wineries are all around while Clemson & Seneca are close by for shopping, restaurants, and medical facilities. The vibrant downtown Greenville area is only 45 minutes. Atlanta airport is 90 minutes. 1554 SQUARE FEET Main Level comprises the great room, dining area, kitchen, butlers pantry, laundry, half bath, and primary suite. Attention to detail can be found in the beamed ceilings, custom cabinetry and built-ins throughout. 1479 SQUARE FEET Walkout Lower Level comprises two spacious guest bedrooms, two full baths, and a wonderful family/recreation room with mini-kitchen for watching movies or sporting events. Owners have a love for wine and have created a cellar to highlight their collection. 1107 SQUARE FEET heated and cooled Garage complete with Charging Station has room for 3+ cars and a side by side or golf cart. The breezeway between home and garage opens to a custom designed fenced pet area with professional pet turf making a safe worry free zone for your beloved pooch. 140 SQUARE FEET Unfinished space in mechanics room and attached storage access from outside rear of home. Additional 8X10 storage shed/outbuilding has power & 8X12 Greenhouse has power and water. Utilities include Duke Electricity, 1000 Gallon Leased Propane Tank, Generac 26KW Home Generator, ChargePoint Car Charging Station, Entire Home Water Filtration, Gas Tankless Hot Water, Private Well, and Septic System. Additional Photos Available in Virtual Tour. Seller is a Licensed SC Realtor.

231 Keowee Turtlehead Road, Salem

$1,798,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4.5 Baths

New construction completing Fall of 2026. This home by Green River Builders Keowee rests on the last lot available in the unique Laurel Park enclave in the Cliffs at Keowee Falls featuring 8 homes surrounding a community park and gathering area. All the homes in this enclave have been built in the last 3 years. These homes are on oversized lots, and this home specifically is located at the rear of the group on a 2.28 acre lot with abundant trees, privacy, and seasonal mountain views. Designed specifically for today’s buyer’s preferences featuring an open floor plan, indoor to outdoor living, a gourmet kitchen with large island, GE Cafe appliances, and a gorgeous expansive pantry. The large center island anchors this beautifully designed kitchen creating both a functional workspace and a natural gathering area for family and guests and flows effortlessly onto an outdoor living area with stone fireplace. The master suite anchors the left side of the home featuring a wall of windows, a spa like bath with oversized shower, a relaxing soaking tub, dual vanities, an ample closet, and views into the rear landscape. A secondary guest suite is on the opposite side of the home also with views to the rear landscape. A large laundry room with sink and cabinetry, powder room, and storage complete this level. Downstairs via the elegant central staircase you enter the large recreation room and game room featuring a wet bar entertainment area with space for a secondary refrigerator/ice maker and wine chiller. Optionally, room for a wine room and an additional fireplace is available. Two additional guest suites located on each end of the home facing the rear landscape complete this level. The home is well equipped with 3 HVAC units, Icynene foam insulation, airplane cabling, IPE decking, stamped concrete and flagstone and many other features. Engage soon and buyer may be able to select final paint colors and other finishes.

529 Bellhaven Court, Salem

$949,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

NEW CONSTRUCTION luxury custom home in gated Bay Ridge on Lake Keowee's coveted north side - with private community boat ramp access and a boat slip available for purchase. This is the only new luxury build currently available in Bay Ridge, offering true Lake Keowee living without the waterfront price tag. For under a million, you can have a custom luxury new construction home AND be just a 2 minute golf cart away from your boat on the slip. Have your cake and eat it too. Positioned on the scenic north end of Lake Keowee, known for stunning Blue Ridge Mountain backdrops and lighter boat traffic, this location delivers a quieter, more elevated lake experience with unbeatable convenience. Just off Scenic Highway 11, you're 30 minutes to Clemson University and 50 minutes to Downtown Greenville - the perfect blend of mountain-lake escape and accessibility. Custom arched mahogany entry doors open to a striking checkered tile foyer, setting the tone for the craftsmanship throughout. Soaring ceilings with exposed wood beams, a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and wide-plank white oak engineered hardwoods create a warm, refined atmosphere built for gathering. The chef's kitchen features inset custom cabinetry, a generous quartz island, curated designer lighting, premium appliances and finishes, plus a beautifully appointed butler's pantry with wine fridge and dedicated wine storage - made for entertaining. The oversized primary suite is a private retreat with its own fireplace and sitting area. The spa-inspired primary bath rivals a boutique resort: freestanding soaking tub, dual shower heads, separate vanities, and two private water closets. A massive custom walk-in closet connects directly to the laundry room for everyday ease. On the opposite wing: an en-suite second bedroom, a third bedroom, a full guest bath with exterior access (ideal after lake days), and a ~500 sq ft bonus room - perfect as a media room, guest space, or flex room. Outside, an outdoor kitchen, fireplace, water fountains and expansive .57-acre lot set the stage for summer evenings under the Carolina sky. The oversized 3-car garage handles vehicles, lake gear, golf carts and boat storage — making spontaneous days on the water effortless. Custom arched mahogany entry doors open to a striking checkered tile foyer, setting the tone for the craftsmanship throughout. Soaring ceilings with exposed wood beams, a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and wide-plank white oak engineered hardwoods create a warm, refined atmosphere built for gathering. The chef's kitchen features inset custom cabinetry, a generous quartz island, curated designer lighting, premium appliances and finishes, plus a beautifully appointed butler's pantry with wine fridge and dedicated wine storage — made for entertaining. The oversized primary suite is a private retreat with its own fireplace and sitting area. The spa-inspired primary bath rivals a boutique resort: freestanding soaking tub, dual shower heads, separate vanities, and two private water closets. A massive custom walk-in closet connects directly to the laundry room for everyday ease. On the opposite wing: an en-suite second bedroom, a third bedroom, a full guest bath with exterior access (ideal after lake days), and a ~500 sq ft bonus room — perfect as a media room, guest space, or flex room. Outside, an outdoor kitchen and expansive .57-acre lot set the stage for summer evenings under the Carolina sky. The oversized 3-car garage handles vehicles, lake gear, and boat storage — making spontaneous days on the water effortless. Bay Ridge offers prime north Lake Keowee positioning, some of the lowest HOA fees on the lake, and close proximity to Lake Jocassee and the Jocassee Gorges — home to some of the most pristine natural scenery in the Upstate of South Carolina. This is more than a home — it's a lifestyle. Luxury Lake Keowee living, without the waterfront price tag. Seller is related to the listing agent.

235 Bay View Drive, Salem

$6,699,000

6 Beds ⋅ 7.5 Baths

Introducing 659 Sweet Fern Trail, where sweeping views frame a lakefront estate by Johnston Design and built by Gabriel Builders. A porte-cochère opens to an expansive motor court, creating a sense of arrival that carries throughout the home. Step inside, and Lake Keowee immediately becomes the backdrop, framed by expansive windows and vaulted ceilings that draw in the light. White oak floors carry through the open living and dining spaces, anchored by a stone fireplace and adjoining custom pub—each space oriented to the water. Just beyond, the kitchen is designed for both function and ease, with coffered ceilings, custom storage, and a full suite of Miele, SubZero, Wolf, and Asko appliances. A quartz island with prep sink anchors the room, while a secondary prep area keeps everything just out of sight—coffee ready at the touch of a button before the day begins. From here, accordion doors open to a covered porch and outdoor kitchen, where morning coffee from the Miele system pairs with lake views and birdsong beyond the retractable screens. A wood-burning fireplace, grilling station, and dining area make the space as inviting at dusk as it is at sunrise. Tucked beyond, the primary suite offers a quiet retreat, with vaulted beam ceilings, a sitting area, and lake views that shift with the light throughout the day. The bath is designed for space and ease, with dual walk-in closets, a walk-in shower, soaking tub, and dual vanities with a built-in makeup station. A nearby laundry room adds everyday convenience, with soft-close drying racks that disappear seamlessly when not in use. Just off the main living area, a private office with custom cabinetry provides a quiet place to focus or step away. Nearby, a dedicated art and craft studio with floor-to-ceiling millwork keeps materials organized and ready, supporting projects of any scale. Downstairs, a full lower level is designed for gathering and unwinding, with three bedrooms, a central recreation area, and a dedicated 12-seat media room designed for movie nights or watching the big game. Just outside, a covered patio with stone fireplace extends the living area, while a concrete cart path leads directly to the covered dock—making it easy to move from indoors to the water. Upstairs, a landing overlooks the main level and out to the lake beyond, offering a quiet vantage point above it all. Two additional bedroom suites, a library, and generous semi-finished storage provide space for guests and flexibility for the way you live. Thoughtfully integrated for comfort and ease of living, the home offers dual staircases, an elevator servicing all floors, wheelchair accessibility, Savant home automation, Icynene insulation, generator prewiring, gas and wood-burning fireplaces, tankless water heaters, and ample storage throughout. Within The Cliffs at Keowee Falls, ownership includes access to a wellness center, Jack Nicklaus–designed golf course, and all seven Cliffs clubs offering dining, fitness, and recreation.

659 Sweet Fern Trail, Salem

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