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Blue Rose Bungalow: Downtown vibe. No AC. 1896 charm. Gym. Kitchen. Parking

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Hartwell

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An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a brick building with a mural, and a sign for 'The Farmer's Daughter'.
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
A playground with a slide and swings, located near a sandy beach and a body of water.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and pendant lighting.
A reception desk with a 'HELLO' sign, a mirror, and a sign that reads 'The Vigi Password is...'.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7163 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Hartwell, GA
  • Place, Hartwell Arts Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hart County Chamber of Commerce & Historical Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Clemson University
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the area

Hartwell

Heart of Hartwell.Your stay at this Hartwell vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Hartwell Arts Center and Hart County Chamber of Commerce & Historical Museum. The Hart County Botanical Gardens and Lake Hartwell are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hartwell Arts Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hart County Chamber of Commerce & Historical Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Anderson University - 40 min drive - 47.9 km
  • Clemson University - 46 min drive - 64.4 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 52 min drive - 69.4 km

Getting around

  • Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Parian - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Blue Rose Bungalow: Downtown vibe. No AC. 1896 charm. Gym. Kitchen. Parking

Wake UP with your Choice of lake life or fun in the town square. After you've had your coffee on the front porch or a
mini workout in your at-home-gym, you can enjoy a walk or bike ride to your local shops and restaurants. You will be right in the middle of all the fun but distant enough to relax in the privacy of your own back deck with a firepit to wine down.

Great Place to stay while traveling long term. Business Trips. Spring/Fall/Summer Break.

There are several attractions nearby. To name a few:
*Lake Hartwell Wildlife Safari
*Cateechee Golf Club
*High Cotton Music Hall
*Hartwell Dam and Lake
*Elrod Ferry Recreation Area

Vrbo policy:
We do not provide refunds for guests that choose to leave earlier than their scheduled reservation.

1896 Historic Glamping Bungalow
Built in 1896, this bungalow offers glamping comfort without the tent.
Think: real beds, full kitchen, and vintage charm.

Climate: No central AC/heat. Cooling provided by: window AC unit in master bedroom, portable AC unit in living room, and 3 additional box fans. Heating provided by space heaters.

The original high ceilings are gorgeous but take extra effort to cool — we supply the fans to keep air moving.

This historic home feels different than modern construction. Best for guests who love character over cookie-cutter.
Historic home, glamping at its finest.

Fun fact(s):
*Home built in 1896 before
electricity came to the area in the 1950's.
Our home prides in providing the nostalgia of that era with some modern amenities.
*Vacation platforms like vrbo and others
have multiple listings that provide a "No AC" experience.


Property Rules:

Parking: Driveway only. No parking on lawn or street per city code.

Firepit: For guest use. Buy your own firewood. Fires must be extinguished before bed. No fires during burn bans.

Max Occupancy: Strictly enforced.

Quiet Hours: 10pm-8am. This is a residential neighborhood.

No Pets | No Smoking | No Parties

Violations will insure immediate cancellation without refund.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,755 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off and unplug any heaters/box fans that were utilized.
Do NOT turn off the portable AC unit
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Prefer no shoes.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Quiet time(no excessive noise)promptly at 9pm.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: quiet time(no excessive noise)promptly at 9pm.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: quiet time(no excessive noise)promptly at 9pm. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2757612

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Rose Bungalow: Downtown vibe. No AC. 1896 charm. Gym. Kitchen. Parking to the airport?

This vacation home is 72.7 mi (84-min drive) away from the Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Blue Rose Bungalow: Downtown vibe. No AC. 1896 charm. Gym. Kitchen. Parking have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Blue Rose Bungalow: Downtown vibe. No AC. 1896 charm. Gym. Kitchen. Parking offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blue Rose Bungalow: Downtown vibe. No AC. 1896 charm. Gym. Kitchen. Parking?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Blue Rose Bungalow: Downtown vibe. No AC. 1896 charm. Gym. Kitchen. Parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue Rose Bungalow: Downtown vibe. No AC. 1896 charm. Gym. Kitchen. Parking?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Blue Rose Bungalow: Downtown vibe. No AC. 1896 charm. Gym. Kitchen. Parking have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Blue Rose Bungalow: Downtown vibe. No AC. 1896 charm. Gym. Kitchen. Parking have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Blue Rose Bungalow: Downtown vibe. No AC. 1896 charm. Gym. Kitchen. Parking to downtown Hartwell?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Hartwell.

Blue Rose Bungalow: Downtown vibe. No AC. 1896 charm. Gym. Kitchen. Parking Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and comfortably furnished. The host was very responsive to inquiries and flexible in working with us to extend our stay. In addition, she arranged to have room heaters turned on before our arrival--it was very thoughtful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was super nice! The host was really friendly. Lots of places were walking distance from the cute downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mariah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved the big claw tub. The location is perfect to see Hartwell.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home within walking distance of the town center. Very quiet neighborhood. The heat wasnt working but the home owner provided us with lots of space heaters to keep us warm
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal location

Great location for walking around downtown Hartwell.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zeb G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Convenient & Cute!

It is in great proximity to town, is very well-appointed, and is comfortable. The host was very helpful with booking and checking in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome space
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bertisabel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming house

The house was warm and confortable in a small beautiful town, walking distance from restaurants and shops
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chester G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Couldn’t be happier to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable bungalow

Great weekend getaway with the hubby! House was adorable, clean and within walking distance to downtown Hartwell! Fun visiting the brewery and shops and a quick drive to the lake! Great back porch and loved having access to a treadmill! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward (Ted) D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best blue

Nice Property with great new remodel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chester G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place

It is a very nice remodeled old house in a great location. The A/C needs replaced will not keep house cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time in Hartwell

We went to our class reunion . The house was a perfect location for us. It was so well appointed. You thought of everything. Thanks ,Janie Rodgers
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chester G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Great overall, need a little work on the hot water heater, still limited from last visit to 2-3 mins
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

M R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clemson Football Weekend

We absolutely loved everything about the property and the town of Hartwell. This bungalow is perfectly located close to the heart of downtown, allowing you to walk, explore and enjoy restaurants, shops and kid friendly entertainment. We chose to stay here for our Clemson football weekend and it was absolutely perfect. It was a short commute to Clemson for the game and offered a ton more than the normal hotel experience. We definitely plan to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Good spot

Good spot. Possibly some squirrels in the ceiling. Very close to Depot St.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

michael w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and easy walk to downtown Hartwell for eating and shopping. The house is from 1896 and has alot of character. The rooms were large and plenty of space to spreadout for my wife and I traveling with our adult daughter. The kitchen was great and had everything we needed as we prepared several meals there during our 5 days/4 night stay. Loved sitting on the andorondic chairs on the front porch in the morning before it got too hot, sipping on coffee and reading my book. House was a close drive to everything we needed, interstate, Clemson, Lake Hartwell, the dam and wedding venue in SC. Communication with the owner was responsive and honest. Would stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this charming historic mill house in downtown Hartwell! The location is FANTASTIC — just a short walk to great restaurants, coffee shops, and local boutiques, which made exploring the area super convenient.The house itself is full of character and smartly decorated. The mattresses were extremely comfortable — we all slept so well. One of the bedrooms did get a little warm in the late afternoon, but it cooled off nicely in the evening and was very comfortable for sleeping. This was mentioned in other reviews, but was not a problem for us (we stayed in September).The host was excellent — great communication from start to finish, and we really appreciated the thoughtful touches like the coffee maker stocked with pods, cream, and sugar. It made our mornings so much easier!Highly recommend this cozy spot if you're looking for a unique, comfortable stay with easy access to everything Hartwell has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Denise R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
This house was beautiful, clean and nicely decorated and equipped. The problem was it has No central heat. 3 small electric heaters and 12 ft ceilings it was so cold we couldn’t stay there. Michelle was very responsive but refused to give us our money back. There was an ice storm on the way and would have been much colder and loosing power was a big deal. We did have a generator with us but you couldn’t find propane tanks. She offered more blankets. The 3 small heaters weren’t big enough to warm 1 bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and cozy in a great location walking distance to the heart of Hartwell!

From the first communication to the last, this host was awesome! We needed an early check-in prior to an event and there was no hesitation in accommodating our request. The house was cozy and clean with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Be aware that this host does not give access to the thermostat and it was set to 73 and locked for access. This made for a "hotter than hoped for" sleeping experience for us and our friends. Other than that, we had a great time and a wonderful visit at the Blue Rose and Lake Hartwell!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Percival T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming but could use improvement

My family and I thought the home was charming and in a great location; however, the air conditioning didn’t seem to cool the house enough for my family and I to be comfortable, especially in the evening when trying to wind down. Also, the hot water in the showers seemed to not get hot or even warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wilma F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice!

The bungalow was beautiful. We do have a couple of suggestions: 1) Mini blinds or curtains at the windows in the kitchen and living room areas. Bed linens were provided for someone to sleep on the living room sofa, but I would not be comfortable sleeping there because there were no coverings on the windows and there was much traffic on the street and walkers along the sidewalk. 2) Some type of holder for soap, shampoo, etc in master bath shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stephanie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute home...Very Hot!

Location is wonderful and walking distance to the cute downtown area of Hartwell. We enjoyed a few restaurants there. The AC unit is very old and cannot keep up with the 100-year-old home. It never felt cool in the home when walking in from the heat outside. The second night, we had to sleep with 2 box fans and an oscillating fan pointed toward the bed to get any relief. It was 78 degrees in the home. I messaged the owner, and they know that the unit is old and have plans to replace it. I would not stay here again during the summer until the AC is replaced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

LaShia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Home

The Blue Rose home was well-decorated and full of amenities. The clawfoot tub in the master bathroom was such a treat! Our ONLY complaint is that It was a hot weekend and the A/C was not working. We easily communicated with the host to figure out what the problem could be. After being hot for too long and the troubleshooting not working, the host offered to send out maintenance but said it would take appx. 2 hours for them to get there--it was already close to 9pm so we declined the offer. We appreciated the attentiveness and effort to remedy the problem. Like I said, the home was lovely and in a great location. We will stay again if we can be assured that the A/C works consistently.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024