A Modern Mountain Retreat with Endless Views

Finding a home that feels like it is part of the landscape is rare. This newly finished property in Salem offers exactly that. Built in 2024, the house sits high enough to give you clear views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. You can look right out over the north end of Lake Keowee from almost every room in the house.

Address: 231 Keowee Turtlehead Rd, Salem, SC 29676 Price: $2,350,000

Features:

7.35-acre lot
Unobstructed Blue Ridge Mountain views
Seasonal views of Lake Keowee
Completed in 2024

Open Spaces and Natural Details

The main living area is designed to feel open and bright. Large 12×12 wooden beams and mountain stone give the home a rugged feel, but the layout is completely modern. The walls are made of glass doors that can slide open and stack away. This connects the inside living room directly to a massive deck, making the whole floor feel like one big outdoor space.

Features:

12 x 12 wooden beams
Mountain stone accents
Stackable glass doors
Beamed ceilings
Open floor plan

A Kitchen Built for Hosting

The kitchen is the heart of the main level. It features custom cabinets and a butler’s pantry for extra storage. One of the best parts is the kitchen window, which opens up directly to an outside bar. This makes it easy to pass food and drinks to people at the grilling area or the outdoor dining table. It’s a great setup for anyone who likes to host friends.

Features:

Custom cabinetry
Butler’s pantry
Pass-through window to outdoor bar
Gas cooktop
Double oven

Room for Guests and Relaxation

The lower level is built for comfort and entertainment. It has a walk-out design, so you still get plenty of natural light. There is a large family room with its own mini-kitchen, which is perfect for movie nights. For those who enjoy a glass of wine, there is a dedicated wine cellar built to show off a private collection. Two large guest bedrooms on this level give everyone their own space.

Features:

Finished walk-out basement
Custom wine cellar
Lower-level mini-kitchen
Two spacious guest bedrooms
Recreation/family room

Lake Access and Neighborhood Perks

While the house sits on over seven acres of private land, it also comes with lake access. The sale includes a separate lake lot just a short walk or golf cart ride away. This means you get the privacy of a mountain home while still being part of the Turtlehead community. You can use the neighborhood boat ramp, pool, and pickleball courts whenever you like.

Features:

0.70-acre interior lake lot included
Gated subdivision
Access to boat ramp and trailer storage
Community pool and clubhouse
Tennis and pickleball courts

Practical Outdoor Living

The outside of the home is just as well-planned as the inside. There is a large three-car garage that includes a charging station for electric cars. If you have a dog, there is a fenced-in area with special pet turf that is easy to keep clean. The property also has a greenhouse with power and water, plus a separate storage shed for tools or hobbies.

Features:

3-car garage with charging station
Fenced pet area with professional turf
8×12 Greenhouse with power and water
8×10 Storage shed
Hot tub and gas fire rock
Generac 26KW home generator

From Zillow

UNOBSTRUCTED BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS ! Completed in 2024, this Mountain Modern 4000+ Square Foot residence boasts the most magnificent mountain views overlooking the north end of Lake Keowee with seasonal lake views. Situated between Lakes Keowee & Jocassee on 7.35 acres beautifully landscaped to showcase the unique design of the home and maximize the views from almost every room. Being offered with the home is a .70 acre interior lake lot in the Turtlehead Community just a short walk or cart ride away. Amenities in this gated subdivision include boat/trailer storage, boat ramp, pool, pickle ball, tennis, and clubhouse. Have the best of both worlds, views only achieved perched high above the lake and access to lake life amenities. HOA Fee $1760/Year. When the gate opens it is a WOW experience for sure, unobscured views can be seen right through the glass front of the home. The goal was to create the feeling of being in the mountains inside and out with as much open space as possible. Using 12 x 12 beams, mountain stone, metal roof, and wood accents the design stayed true to the mountains, but inside find a modern floor plan with neutral colors allowing the colors of nature to be the focus. Walls of glass stackable doors and windows open to extend the living space to the expansive deck. Even the kitchen window opens to the bar and outside dining and grilling area. It is a home designed to enjoy with others. Seasons in the SC Upstate allow year around enjoyment of the outdoor spaces while the Hot Tub and Gas Fire Rock are especially nice in the cooler months. 1554 SQUARE FEET Main Level comprises the great room, dining area, kitchen, butlers pantry, laundry, half bath, and primary suite. Attention to detail can be found in the beamed ceilings, custom cabinetry and built-ins throughout. 1479 SQUARE FEET Walkout Lower Level comprises two spacious guest bedrooms, two full baths, and a wonderful family room with mini-kitchen for watching movies or sporting events. Owners have a love for wine and have created a cellar to highlight their collection. 1107 SQUARE FEET heated and cooled 3 Car Garage complete with Charging Station has room for 3+ cars and a side by side or golf cart. The breezeway between home and garage opens to a custom designed fenced pet area with professional pet turf making a safe worry free zone for your beloved pooch. 140 SQUARE FEET Unfinished space in mechanics room and attached storage access from outside rear of home. Additional 8X10 storage shed/outbuilding has power & 8X12 Greenhouse has power and water. Utilities include Duke Electricity, 1000 Gallon Leased Propane Tank, Generac 26KW Home Generator, ChargePoint Car Charging Station, Entire Home Water Filtration, Gas Tankless Hot Water, Private Well, and Septic System. Additional Photos Available in Virtual Tour. Seller is a Licensed SC Realtor.