For a fun vacation close to home Lake Hartwell remains an economical choice for the entire family.

Lake Hartwell’s 56,000 acres of water equals fun for the entire family be it boating, swimming off your private dock, sunning on one of the natural sand beaches, fishing for pan fish or casting for championship bass. Explore nearby hiking trails, waterfalls, rivers, quaint towns, gift shops or antique malls and top off your day with culinary delights that include: Low Country Boil, Bar-B-Q, Sushi, a country fish fry, or any of many other local dining options.

Recreation on Lake Hartwell has been less affected by the 2008 drought than other southeastern lakes. As of Mid-June ¾ of the boat ramps on Hartwell remain open and useable. Of the Vacation Rental homes represented by Mountain Lakes ½ still have water depths of 10’ or more at their docks. The drought has also had positive effects. Lower lake levels have exposed dozens of sandy beach areas for swimming and acres more of shoreline for exploring.

With the price of gas going through the roof, we are all looking for ways to save money. Renting a vacation home on the lake is relaxing and economical as well as fun. Lake Hartwell is located on Interstate 85 at the Georgia – South Carolina border, only a short drive and less than a tank of gas from just about anywhere in the Southeast. After a day swimming and exploring, sit back in your comfortable living room, on your screened porch or on your private dock. If dining out stretches your budget, prepare your family meals in a modern kitchen or on the backyard grill. 

Mountain Lakes Vacation Rental homes on Lake Hartwell are now available for weekend stays. Many houses are discounted and availability is plentiful. Vacation rental homes can be fun for the entire family. Many homes are pet friendly and several are suitable for the mobility impaired. Not all homes have all features so let the reservation staff assist you in choosing the home that is just right for you. Call us at 800-610-0020 or visit us on the web at www.mtnlakes.com ..