One of the best views and best deals in Backwater Landing, combined with meaningful interior updates, this turn-key cottage stands out from the others currently on the market. Perched above the lake and perfectly positioned for panoramic Lake Keowee views, this cozy waterfront retreat offers the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and easy lake living, and comes fully furnished. This home has been thoughtfully updated inside and features a new roof, replaced in 2022, giving you peace of mind and true move-in-ready convenience. Updated kitchen finishes, wood flooring, garden tub, and inviting living spaces create a warm and comfortable atmosphere designed for relaxing weekends at the lake. The large screened porch is an extension of the living space and is the perfect place to enjoy sunrise coffee, evening lake views, and time with family and friends after a full day on the water. The living room was thoughtfully designed for year-round lake views from every vantage point. This is the kind of property designed for effortless “lock-and-leave” ownership — low maintenance, stress-free, and ready whenever you are. Whether you're looking for a second home getaway from Greenville, Atlanta, Charlotte, or the perfect Clemson game-day retreat, this cottage offers an easy way to enjoy Lake Keowee without the maintenance of a large lake house. Backwater Landing is a private gated waterfront community featuring a marina, lakefront lodge, pool, fitness center, beach, walking trails, and more. Developer approved for full-time living if desired. Cottage owners own the cottage and lease the land. No short-term rentals permitted. NEW expanded boat slips available for lease this year!
Single-familyProperty Type
$392Price/Sq.Ft.
$685/moHOA Dues
1 spaceParking
Listed by Lindsey Kovach• Herlong Sotheby's International Realty
Primary bedroom on main level with dressing room, full bath, and shower-only
Primary bedroom approx. 10 x 12
Second bedroom approx. 10 x 9
Two bedrooms on the main level
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms (both on main level)
Kitchen
9 x 9 kitchen
Smooth cooktop
Built-in microwave
Electric oven
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Closet-style laundry with washer and dryer included
Flooring
Carpet
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Electric heating
Electric cooling
Exterior features
Screened porch plus additional covered porch
Lake access and water view
Interior lot with water access
Level lot with some trees
Sidewalks
Leased lot
Home design
Single-story residence
Approximately 11–20 years old
Crawl space foundation
Parking
Assigned parking (1 space)
Driveway listed as other/see remarks
Construction
Architectural roof
Wood exterior
Utilities
Public water
Septic sewer
Electric water heater
Private garbage pickup
HOA & community
Homeowners association present
HOA covers exterior maintenance, lawn maintenance, pool, recreation facilities, street lights, trash service, water, and parking
Other
Community amenities include boat storage, boat ramp, dock, marina, clubhouse, exercise facility, gated community, pool, recreational paths, walking trails, lights, some sidewalks, common areas, landscape maintenance, and pets allowed
Electricity and solar
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One of the best views and best deals in Backwater Landing, combined with meaningful interior updates, this turn-key cottage stands out from the others currently on the market. Perched above the lake and perfectly positioned for panoramic Lake Keowee views, this cozy lake retreat offers the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and easy lake living, and comes fully furnished. This home has been thoughtfully updated inside and features a new roof, replaced in 2022, giving you peace of mind and true move-in-ready convenience. Updated kitchen finishes, wood flooring, garden tub, and inviting living spaces create a warm and comfortable atmosphere designed for relaxing weekends at the lake. The large screened porch is an extension of the living space and is the perfect place to enjoy sunrise coffee, evening lake views, and time with family and friends after a full day on the water. The living room was thoughtfully designed for year-round lake views from every vantage point. This is the kind of property designed for effortless “lock-and-leave” ownership — low maintenance, stress-free, and ready whenever you are. Whether you're looking for a second home getaway from Greenville, Atlanta, Charlotte, or the perfect Clemson game-day retreat, this cottage offers an easy way to enjoy Lake Keowee without the maintenance of a large lake house. Backwater Landing is a private gated waterfront community featuring a marina, lakefront lodge, pool, fitness center, beach, walking trails, and more. Developer approved for full-time living if desired. Cottage owners own the cottage and lease the land. No short-term rentals permitted. NEW expanded boat slips available for lease this year!
WUMLS #20194165
May 1, 2018
Sold
$87,000
$110/sq ft
Dec 8, 2017
Listed
$112,000
$141/sq ft
+31
Owner says make any reasonable offer known. Backwater Landing is a great place to go for the weekend and for Clemson game nights. If you are lucky enough to live in Oconee County, Backwater Landing can be your full time home. Big Lake Keowee water views are seen from this affordable cottage. The exterior of this cottage has been freshly painted. This bright 2 bedroom/2 bathroom home comes with furniture and appliances. This is a stick-built cottage with a wood exterior. A beautiful club house contains a full kitchen, wood-burning fire place, pool table, library, gym and playroom. A one mile walking trail meanders beside the waterfront of the entire subdivision. This gated community may have boat slips available to rent. Call today for this affordable lakefront opportunity. Backwater Landing now has broadband internet access through One Tone Telecom.
WUMLS #20182764
Dec 7, 2017
Listing Removed
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Dec 9, 2016
Listed
$112,000
$141/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,193
2024
$1,193
2023
$1,193 (−1.4%)
2022
$1,209 (+11.0%)
2021
$1,089 (+242.2%)
2020
$318
2019
$318 (−66.5%)
2018
$950 (+0.8%)
2017
$942 (+16.9%)
2016
$806
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,355 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2002
Finished Sq. Ft.
792
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
792
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oconee County
APN
177-04-01-040
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 29, 2026.
LRD
KEOWEE JOCASSEE 750 OVERLAY
Lake Residential District
This district is intended to provide for residential single family development around the lakes and for those related uses that are normally associated with lake residential communities. Those uses that may generate negative secondary effects impacting the quality of life shall be discouraged.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Timberland
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
West Union, SC • 29696
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.4 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 1230 Melton Rd #40
$300,873
$9,823 under list price of $311K
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