Discover the Best Viewpoints in the Blue Ridge Mountains The Blue Ridge Mountains are home to some of the tallest peaks on the East Coast –– and breathtaking doesn’t even come close to capturing the beauty of these mountains.  Characterized by dense forests that cover the gently rounded mountain tops, this area of the Appalachian […]

The Cliffs is known for its scenic settings of soaring mountain peaks and glistening Lake Keowee shorelines. Standard vantage points can help take in a spectacular view, but sometimes special props are needed to take full advantage. It was a chromatic day on Lake Keowee in the thick of summer when the Regal Boats team […]

Top Mountain Biking Trails in the Blue Ridge Mountains When you’re looking for a stimulating way to get lost in the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, mountain cycling is the way to go. This exhilarating sport can take you on an adventure unlike any other. As you pedal your way up and down mountains, […]

The Cliffs enjoys miles of trails inside the gates and beyond. Leaves crunch below trail shoes, as sweat and smiles break out across glowing faces. Fall’s amber hue canvases the horizon from east to west. “It’s just amazing,” declares hiking enthusiast Cathy O’Brien, a member at The Cliffs at Keowee Falls. “Coming from New York, […]

Members’ best friends love swimming, hiking, golfing, and socializing — just like their people. As coffee brews and morning alarms sound across The Cliffs at Mountain Park, a couple dozen tails are wagging at the corner of Tree Haven Trail and High Ridge Parkway. Bentley, the Great Dane, is prancing, ready to go, alongside Penny, […]

Fostering gains on the golf course– and beyond. Sean Kennedy doesn’t merely teach golf. He teaches a mindset. “The goal is not to shoot 75,” says Kennedy, Director of Golf Instruction at The Cliffs. “Your goal is to practice and get better every time, even if it’s just one-tenth of a percent.” Some of Kennedy’s […]

The lowdown on daytripping in Asheville, Brevard, and Black Mountain. As autumn approaches in the Carolina mountains, daytripping is just what the doctor ordered. Western North Carolina offers ample opportunity to nourish mind, body, and spirit. Miles of trails in myriad state and national parks provide fun aplenty for outdoor pursuits such as hiking, biking, […]

Dudley and Chris Tower want to retire some old paradigms about aging. The very definition of the word retire — to withdraw, or go away or apart, to a place of privacy, shelter, or seclusion — is “old school,” according to the Towers, and they’re working to give it new meaning. The couple, who live […]

Discover The Cliffs at Keowee Springs Golf Course When people hear about The Cliffs, golfing often comes to mind. Over the years, we have been able to craft an ideal golfing experience with help from some of the best golf course designers in the game, each incorporating their own unique style into their design while […]

The Top Water Sports on Lake Keowee A day exploring Lake Keowee is good for the body, mind and soul. Being out on the water and taking in the striking views of beautiful Upstate South Carolina leads to unforgettable memories. Whether you want to be in the water all day, or just get your toes […]

Enjoying golf, wine, and adventure in New Zealand There’s no place like home — especially when you golf at The Cliffs — but we all have bucket lists. “It’s hard to leave The Cliffs. It’s tough to find better courses and playing conditions anywhere else,” says Mike Williams, a PGA golf professional and real estate […]

Spirited club shares fellowship and fine whisky On a cold, misty night in January 2012, a group of 18 men gathered at Graeme Dalziel’s home in The Cliffs Valley. They had one key thing in common: a penchant for single malt whisky. This informal, highproof happening turns out to have been the inaugural meeting of […]