Lake Life can be yours in this 4 Bedroom and 3 Bath Lake Home with Covered Slip Dock & Lift. Meticulously maintained and updated over the years so you can move in and start enjoying for the summer season. Experience the beauty and tranquility of Lake Cherokee, a peaceful mountain retreat tucked away in the scenic foothills of South Carolina. Located near the National Forest just off Scenic Highway 11 in Tamassee, this stunning 222-acre private lake offers a rare escape surrounded by nature and breathtaking views. Tamassee, often referred to by the Cherokee as the “Place of the Sunlight of God,” is known for its incredible sunsets and unspoiled natural beauty. Life here moves at a gentler pace, creating the perfect setting to relax, recharge, and enjoy time with family and friends. Spend your days boating, fishing, swimming, or simply taking in the lake views. Enjoy cookouts after a day on the water, beautiful sunsets, and peaceful evenings beneath the stars, and quiet mornings surrounded by mountain air. Open the front door to wonderful lake and mountain views and enjoy main level living with warm wood beamed ceilings and double sided wood fireplace. Flow from living room, dining area, and kitchen with ease making for easy conversation. Cooks will love the bright well appointed kitchen with breakfast bar. As an extension of the living area enjoy 2 open decks and a large 10x17 screened porch. Primary suite and 2nd bedroom / full bath are split on either side of home offering privacy. Lower walkout basement level has plenty of room for recreation, as well as, 2 additional bedrooms and full bath. Sellers currently use one of the bedrooms as a flex room perfect for additional storage, exercise, crafting, or even a home office. Views of the lake draw you outside where you can relax on the covered patio or lakeside deck. Take a golf cart down the paved path to the covered dock with a boat lift and large sunny deck. Plenty of parking space and even an outbuilding for additional storage. Lake Cherokee is more than just a destination — it’s a place where unforgettable memories are made and the simple pleasures of lake living come to life. Easily accessible from Hwy 11 and convenient to both Atlanta and Greenville. Clemson Fans enjoy the close proximity to the University and grocery store, etc. is just 20 minutes away in West Union.
For sale
$799,900
209 Highlands Way, Tamassee, SC 29686
4beds
2,470sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
0.66 Acres Lot
$747,900 Zestimate®
$324/sqft
$44/mo HOA
What's special
Double sided wood fireplacePlenty of parking spaceLakeside deckViews of the lakeCovered patioMain level livingWarm wood beamed ceilings
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jim Smith 843-995-2828,
Keller Williams Luxury Lake Living
Source: WUMLS,MLS#: 20301774
Originating MLS: Western Upstate Association of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12.3x14.8
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12x14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 12x13.6
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 12x14
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.6x17
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 6x17
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15x17.6
Screened porch
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10x17
Heating
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Smooth Cooktop, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Fireplace, High Ceilings, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Tub Shower
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Daylight,Full,Finished,Heated,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Double Sided
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,470
- Total interior livable area: 2,470 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Deck, Porch, Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Boat Dock/Slip, Water Access, Waterfront
- Body of water: Cherokee
- Frontage length: 114
Lot
- Size: 0.66 Acres
- Features: Lake Front, Outside City Limits, Steep Slope, Subdivision, Trees, Views, Waterfront
Details
- Parcel number: 0520202026
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Architectural,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Septic Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Lake Cherokee
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: Other, See Remarks
- HOA fee: $525 annually
Location
- Region: Tamassee
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $324/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $335,382
- Annual tax amount: $1,197
- Date on market: 6/13/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Estimated market value
$747,900
$711,000 - $785,000
$2,510/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,900+122.2%$324/sqft |
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| 7/19/2006 | Sold | $360,000$146/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,884 | $13,420 |
| 2024 | $2,884 | $13,420 |
| 2023 | $2,884 | $13,420 |
| 2022 | -- | -- |
| 2021 | -- | -- |
| 2020 | -- | $325,970 |
| 2019 | -- | $325,970 |
| 2018 | -- | -- |
| 2017 | -- | -- |
| 2016 | -- | -- |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | $18,776 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $11,620 |
| 2007 | -- | $11,620 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 29686
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Tamassee-Salem Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.8 mi
- 7/10Walhalla Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.4 mi
- 5/10Walhalla High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Tam-Salem Elm
- Middle: Tam-Salem Middl
- High: Walhalla High
Source: WUMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- South Carolina
- Oconee County
- Tamassee
- 29686
- 209 Highlands Way





