The Cliffs at Keowee Falls The Fourth of July brought members together at The Cliffs at Keowee Falls for a day of summer traditions, friendly competition, and family fun. Throughout the celebration, members enjoyed a full lineup of activities designed for all ages. The annual cornhole tournament brought out a little friendly rivalry, while children […]

Members made a splash at the first-ever Boat Float Party on Lake Keowee, kicking off summer at Keowee Springs on June 6. Live music from a boat, a floating bar aboard the Magnificent 7, and an inflatable waterslide made for an afternoon of lake life at its best.

The Cliffs at Mountain Park Memorial Day weekend brought the Mountain Park community together for exactly the kind of afternoon the season calls for. Members gathered at the Sports Pavilion on May 25th to celebrate with lawn games, live music, and great food — and the summer kick-off didn’t disappoint. Friendly competition played out across […]

 Story by Sandy Lang Dr. Bob Phillips was a dentist for thirty years at his practice near Philadelphia before he and his wife, Mitzi Cole, started looking for a retirement locale. A friend asked if they’d ever visited Western North Carolina. They hadn’t and soon booked a trip. Cole immediately fell in love with Asheville. […]

The Cliffs at Glassy Q. Where are you from? A. Sandy: I was born in New York City. I started out at Sarah Lawrence College as a music major and theater major and went to work for a talent agency right out of college, which later became part of William Morris. After a few years […]

 Story by Sandy Lang “It’s kind of amazing when you sit quietly in the morning,” says Laurie Metzger, who likes to wake early enough to be on her dock on Lake Keowee before the sun rises. “I walk down to the dock with my coffee and my dog, and I watch these amazing sunrises.” She […]

The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards Q. Where are you from and how did you get here? A. Kathy: I am from Toledo, Ohio. Jay’s from a suburb of Detroit, Michigan Jay: When we got married, we moved to Pasadena, California, for a job opportunity. I am in the retail car business. We lived there for […]

The Cliffs at Keowee Springs   Spring was in full swing at Keowee Springs as families gathered for a weekend of Easter celebrations, centered around a festive Saturday filled with simple joys and time together. The Easter egg hunt brought children out across the grounds, baskets in hand and excitement building with every find. The […]

Story by Hailey Wist For nearly two decades, Senior Executive Chef Francis Turck has been a familiar presence within The Cliffs. Known not just for his cooking but also for the sense of warmth he brings into every space he enters, his work stretches far beyond the clubhouse kitchen. While he leads the culinary program […]

At The Cliffs, every season brings new opportunities to play, connect, and explore. We’re pleased to introduce the 2026 Golf Guide and 2026 Social Guide—your go-to resources for the year ahead across all seven communities. The Golf Guide offers a comprehensive look at tournaments, member events, and key dates across our nationally recognized courses. Whether […]

Story by Sandy Lang Size matters in fishing—typically, the bigger, the better. But for Mary Villmow, her pursuit is the tiniest of fish. On hikes lately, she’ll bring her micro fishing gear. The telescoping pole isn’t much bigger than a chopstick, the line nearly as thin as human hair, and then a super-tiny hook baited […]

THE ART OF LIVING The newest issue of Cliffs Living captures the spirit of life across our seven private communities–where mountain views, lakeside moments, inspired design, and championship golf come together under one membership. In The Art of Living issue, you’ll find stories of championship golf returning to the Blue Ridge, thoughtful architecture shaping community, […]