NEWS, HAPPENINGS, AND STORIES FROM AROUND THE CLIFFS

Responding to a crisis with busy hands, generous hearts. Everyone might have been sheltering in place, but their generous spirits were meeting needs throughout the community in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis. Indeed, when mandated to stay at home for an unexpectedly long quarantine, members at The Cliffs put free time to good use, […]

Progressive architecture engages natural beauty at Keowee Springs. The project is barely underway, but Mother Nature has already done half the work. And that’s exactly the point, according to Mark Permar, lead planner for a dynamic new amenity complex at The Landing, a development within The Cliffs at Keowee Springs. “One of our core values, […]

The Cliffs serves up farm-to-table fare. The seeds of the farm-to-table movement were just beginning to sprout in the Upstate when Chef Kevin Furmanek took his first job at The Cliffs in 2006. Now serving as executive chef at The Cliffs at Mountain Park, he still ascribes to the principle that fresh, local ingredients make […]

Golfweek’s Annual Best List of 2020 Chasing a little ball across nature has become a way of life for many of our members at The Cliffs. Diversity in our seven pristine courses give players an array of options to test their skills throughout four distinct seasons. From shore-lined greens to cliff hanging fairways, our havens […]

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 […]

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 […]

Reconstructed venue at Keowee Vineyards enhances lake life The view’s the thing. The all-new Lakehouse at The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards — which re-opened at the end of May — affords breathtaking panoramas of the turquoise waters of Lake Keowee from three main spaces: the dining room, the wraparound porch, and the open-air pavilion. These […]

Your Guide to The Cliffs Valley Golf Course Golfing in the Carolina mountains is always a delight — especially when you’re at The Cliffs. With a temperate year-round climate and a naturally serene landscape, golfing at The Cliffs is a world-class experience. Each of our seven courses has been designed by world-class architects and some […]

Get your pallets ready for another delectable recipe by our Executive Chef, Francis Turck, and wine pairing from Sommelier, Alexandra Hackett. The summer season had us looking for a dish to satisfy your craving for a burst of flavor. But also a healthy option in case the quarantine pounds are lingering. No doubt the culinary […]

Discover Watersports to Enjoy on Lake Keowee Ready for a day on Lake Keowee? The Cliffs Outdoor Pursuits team can be your guide to enjoy thrilling watersports. Explore the turquoise water by kayak, paddleboard, wakeboard, and more! Whether you’re a first-timer learning the ropes or a watersports veteran, we can help plan your adventure. Based […]

Your Guide to The Cliffs at Keowee Falls Golf Course If you love golf, then you know the excitement of discovering a new course. At The Cliffs, our golf courses have been designed by world-renowned golf course architects, creating a diverse experience for members that’s unlike any other.  In this post, we discover one of […]

Your Guide to The Cliffs at Glassy Golf Course Golf is a unique sport; it is as much a journey through nature as it is a competition. Part of what makes the sport of golf so enjoyable is that each course is so unique, and designed to accentuate the landscape of the local area.  Oftentimes, […]