Postcard Cabins (formerly Getaway) understands how crazy life is and why it’s so important to take time to recharge. That’s why they offer pretty amazing places to do so, including their outpost near Greenville, SC. A Postcard Cabin is a tiny house stocked with everything you need to unwind, relax, and enjoy nature. We checked it out and have all the details on how to get away from it all.
Thank you to Getaway for providing accommodations so we could do this review. All opinions are those of the author.
What is Postcard Cabins Near Greenville, SC?
Life is hectic, busy, and stressful, and I think we all savor moments when we can get away from the everyday grind and connect with those we love. I do this through nature by hiking, camping, paddle boarding, and biking. It’s definitely my happy place, as it is for many of us.
Postcard Cabins, once known as Getaway, is now part of Marriott’s Outdoor Collection. They help guests connect with loved ones in nature by offering more than a dozen tiny cabins around the country. In a Postcard Cabin, you can rest, relax, and recharge with no agenda. There are no distractions, other than starting a campfire to roast marshmallows.
The outpost nearest Greenville, SC is at Lake Hartwell. I spent a weekend there with my two daughters, and it was truly incredible. Read on to learn why as well as tips on things do in the area.
How it began
Getaway started when founder Jon Staff left his stressful job at a startup. He soon learned that immersing himself in nature was essential to his overall health, and he wanted to create that same experience for as many people as possible. This passion inspired him to found Getaway in 2015 which eventually evolved into the Postcard Cabins brand.
In December 2024, Marriott International acquired Postcard Cabins. Today, the company currently has 32 properties nationwide.
What to expect at the Greenville Postcard Cabins
The Postcard Cabins nearest Greenville are less than an hour away at Lake Hartwell in Seneca. This lakeside location features 40 cabins on 54 very private acres.
Cabins have either a queen bed or queen bunk beds and are truly tiny at 140-200 square feet. Despite the size, guests have everything they need to enjoy time away from home. The cabins are also dog-friendly, though there is a $50 non-refundable fee.
Our Tiny Cabin Experience
I just love tiny homes and the feel of having everything you need in a small, but well-thought-out, space. That’s exactly what our cabin felt like.
Our trip was before Marriott acquired Getaway, but each of the 40 cabins now comes equipped with a private fire pit, en-suite bathroom, queen bed or queen bunks, kitchenette, fresh linens and cookware, and year-round climate control. The Destination Fee provides classic provisions like s’mores, morning coffee, and a selection of snacks and drinks. WiFi is also available. Check the website for more details about Cabin and Cabin Standard accommodations.
I had seen photos of these cabins before I went, but going there and seeing them in person was a million times better. The beds are next to a giant window that looks out into the old-growth forest, so it’s like tent camping but way better and more comfortable. I love tent camping, but staying at this cabin may edge it out. Plus, the hot shower was fantastic. So was the lack of bugs.
Things to do Near Postcard Cabins at Lake Hartwell
Postcard Cabins’ Greenville location is so ideal. It’s in Oconee County, which has more than 200 waterfalls and miles and miles of hiking trails. Getting outside in nature is so easy here. The historic town of Seneca, SC is only 15 minutes away so you can go shopping and eat there if you like. There are also several farms nearby. Here are a few things to do while you stay at Postcard Cabins.
McLadke Orchards
If you stay in the fall or winter, you’ll have plenty of opportunities for farm fun at McLadke Orchard. In the fall, they have a pumpkin patch, animals to play with, a hay ride, and an apple slingshot. In the winter, they have lots of Christmas activities and events. The orchard is less than five minutes from the cabins.
Split Creek Farm
Known for its award-winning goat cheese, Split Creek Farm offers self-guided tours (check hours before you go). You can also pick up some amazing fudge and visit with baby goats.
Big Water Marina
During the summer, you and the kids can play on the inflatable aqua course at Big Water Marina and have dinner at J.R. Cash’s overlooking Lake Hartwell.
South Carolina Botanical Gardens
Stroll through the beautiful gardens for free and enjoy all the gorgeous flowers and plants.
Denver Downs
One of our very favorite fall destinations, Denver Downs, is really close to the Postcard Cabins. What a great way to spend the weekend. Stay at the outpost and wear your kids and yourself out at Denver Downs during the day!
Go Antique Shopping
We checked out Yesterday’s Treasures Antique Mall in Dillard, GA on Highway 441 and had so much fun, except when I saw Lincoln logs for sale in an antique shop and felt old.
Historic Seneca
You can go shopping, dine, or just explore historic Seneca and Ram Cat Alley. The town was founded in 1873, and there are events all the time during the warmer months.
Get Breakfast or Lunch at Dimas Bros. Cafe
We got bacon, egg, and cheese biscuits for breakfast here one morning, and it was so delicious. I highly recommend it. You can order Dimas Brothers online for quicker pickup.
Waterfall Chasing in Oconee County
There are so many waterfalls within a 40-minute drive of Postcard Cabins: Yellow Branch Falls, Riley Moore Falls, Issaqueena Falls (and Stumphouse Tunnel), Chau Ram County Park, Station Cove Falls, King Creek Falls. Pick a few and make a day of it.
Tallulah Gorge
Tallulah Gorge is pretty amazing, and if you can go, definitely check it out. It’s an hour from Postcard Cabins, and you can hike down into the gorge via a million steps or even hike the floor if you’re lucky enough to snag a free permit. Toccoa Falls College and the campus waterfall, Toccoa Falls, are nearby. It’s an astounding free-flowing waterfall that is 186 feet tall.
Go Swimming
During the summer, visits to either Mile Creek County Park or South Cove County Park are great options for swimming in Lake Keowee.
Hike up a Fire Tower
If you’re super ambitious, you can drive an hour and 15 minutes to the Beegum Gap trailhead and hike 1.6 miles up to the Rabun Bald fire tower for 360-degrees of the mountains. It’s amazing and a great spot for sunrise or sunset. Just go when you want to and enjoy the views. We loved it.
See a Clemson Football Game
I don’t think this would qualify as a relaxing weekend, but you can certainly stay here and go see Clemson play during the fall.
Honest Mom Review
I’m always up for anything that will give me the opportunity to make wonderful memories with my kids, and the cabin getaway certainly provided that.
We had so much fun making a campfire, roasting s’mores, drinking hot chocolate, playing games, and enjoying the privacy and overall novelty of the tiny cabin. We read books at night, went hiking during the day, and I made breakfast the last morning there.
The cabin was really comfortable and had everything we needed for a fun and relaxing weekend. I was especially happy that it didn’t have a television or great cell service. I sometimes need that extra kick to force me to put down my phone and focus on the present.
I would go back here with my kids but also consider it if I ever got the opportunity to spend a night alone. Think of all the books I could read!
Booking Your Postcard Cabin
Booking online is simple. Prices depend on the time of year and if you want to stay on a weekend or weeknight. Cabins start at around $154 a night (or $144 a night for Marriott Bonvoy members).
299 Outpost Road, Seneca, SC [130 Lakeshore Lane, Seneca got me there via my GPS]
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