Looking for a family getaway near you? Need a change of scenery but want to stay under an hour and a half drive from Greenville, SC? With the increase in gas prices and other financial stresses, staying closer to home seems like a better idea every day so we’ve pulled together some great options for you right here. Plan your spring or summer vacation near Upstate, SC.

12 Vacations Less Than 1.5 Hours From the Upstate

Greenville, South Carolina has got to be one of the most perfectly situated towns in the country. You can drive two hours in any direction and be in the rolling hills, on a sandy mountain beach, or in some cute, little town eating ice cream and waxing nostalgic about cream soda. Now with rise in gas prices, it has become a non-negotiable for many families in the Upstate to stay closer to home when considering a getaway. 

We can help you out. Every place we list is no further than two hours’ drive from Greenville. We’ll give you as many budget-friendly things to do as possible whether you want to stay for a week or a few days to help you stretch your dollar further and still have a great time. 

Would you like to rent a vacation home that includes kayaks, paddleboards and water gear for guests to us? You have found the right list. Start planning a family vacation where you can enjoy a lake, river, or beach! These vacation homes in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia not only look like great places to spend time with your family, but also include kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and/or other water gear for your enjoyment.

Vacations on or near the water are always fun, but what makes them even more fun is having access to water “toys” like canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. Since you may not own that kind of equipment, we made vacation planning a little easier for you. Use the location links below to find the perfect water fun vacation home for your family!

This article includes:
Georgia Vacation Homes to Rent that Include Kayaks and SUPs
North Carolina Vacation Homes that Include Kayaks and More
South Carolina Vacation Rentals with Kayaks, Paddleboards, and More
Tennessee Vacation Home with Kayaks and Paddleboards
Virginia Vacation Home with Kayaks and Paddleboards

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A note on safety: Be sure to use included life jackets when enjoying the water gear at these properties. Know where it is safe to use the included water gear at these VRBOs and closely watch children. This list is intended for information purposes only and is not a specific endorsement of these properties and equipment.

Ready for a warm weather, Florida vacation with a private pool? Maybe the winter blues and busyness of life have combined to be a little too much, or maybe it’s just time for a little family vacation under the sun. Either way, we have a list of Florida vacation rentals that are located near the beach and all have private pools. Many of these rentals include fabulous family extras like game rooms, beach carts and supplies, toys, fire pits, bikes, kayaks and more!