Welcome to your direct waterfront Lake Keowee cottage! If you have been waiting for one of the ONLY SIX large ranch cottages to come on the market, HERE YOU GO! To put things in perspective, there are 132 cottages in the original Backwater Landing gated community. Only six are the larger ranches and have this much square footage and most desired floorplan. Most cottages have just at or under 1,000 square feet. The six ranches have closer to 1,400 heated square feet and massive waterfront porches. Cottage number 129 is so close to the water that you can see the ducks play, spotted bass jump and even turtles swimming without your binoculars. Deer also swim in this area. Being so close to the water makes cottage 129 a place of total peace and tranquility. You could live in this cottage as your full time residence or enjoy it as your treasured lakefront getaway. This fully furnished, lakefront cottage, features a custom built staircase (with storage underneath) to the finished loft, new induction range and microwave, gorgeous real wood floors, gas fireplace with stone surround, an EZE-Breeze screened porch that stretches the full length of the home, a large kitchen island, quartz countertops, encapsulated/spray foam, insulated crawlspace, complete with dehumidifier and much more! This pristine home is ready for it’s new owner! Get ready to enjoy the lake life immediately! Bring your lake wear and enjoy the clubhouse (only steps away from this cottage) and a cozy fire. Play pool in the billiards room, relax and read in the library, workout in the newly renovated gym or take a dip in the pool! Don't forget the beach! It's fun to hang out there too! If you are looking for a low maintenance retreat, lake getaway, or full-time lakefront home, this is it! This established community offers many amenities mentioned above. They include a fabulous lakefront lodge and swimming pool, marina, beach, fitness room and walking trails. Regime (not HOA) includes landscaping maintenance, private gated community, water for part-time owners, sewer, trash service, pool, clubhouse, walking trails, fitness center, lighting and more. This is a private gated community. Gate is monitored with no public access. Entry requires agent representation. Cottage 129 has everything you need to make your lake dreams come true. No rentals are allowed with less than a twelve month term. A modified tax structure adds to the savings of this remarkable Lake Keowee cottage. Please ask agents about further details.
Sold for $549,900 on 04/11/25
$549,900
1230 Melton Rd BUILDING 129, West Union, SC 29696
2beds
1,358sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2007
-- sqft lot
$561,000 Zestimate®
$405/sqft
$2,088 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 14, 2025 at 09:40am
Listed by:
Thomas Kassab 864-616-7529,
My Upstate Home LLC,
Cate Kassab 864-567-9744,
My Upstate Home LLC
Bought with:
Thomas Kassab, 114072
My Upstate Home LLC
Source: WUMLS,MLS#: 20281502
Originating MLS: Western Upstate Association of Realtors

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Granite Counters, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Smooth Ceilings, Cable TV, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Windows: Blinds, Vinyl
- Basement: None,Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Option
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,358
- Total interior livable area: 1,358 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,358
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Boat Ramp/Lift Access, Dock Access, Other, See Remarks, Water Access, Waterfront
- Body of water: Keowee
Lot
- Features: Outside City Limits, Subdivision, Trees, Views, Waterfront
Details
- Parcel number: 1770401129
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Architectural,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: Phone Available, Septic Available, Underground Utilities, Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Boat Facilities, Common Grounds/Area, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Pool, Storage Facilities, Trails/Paths, Water Access, Boat Slip, Dock, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: West Union
- Subdivision: Backwater Landing
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Other, Pool(s), Recreation Facilities, Street Lights, See Remarks, Security, Trash
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Services availability

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