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Adventures in Seneca, SC
Exploring the Winter Charm of Cashiers, North Carolina

Exploring the Winter Charm of Cashiers, North Carolina

|Cheryl Belber
Visiting Hallmark towns is my absolute FAVORITE thing to do. I can’t help but love the uniqueness of Main Street (because let’s be real every Hallmark town has a Main...
Step 1 To Transforming Our Tiny Lakefront Fixer-Upper

Step 1 To Transforming Our Tiny Lakefront Fixer-Upper

|Cheryl Belber
I often joke and say we bought a dock and it came with a house. But there is no one more excited for the challenge of turning our tiny fixer-upper...
A Year of Transforming a House Into A Home

A Year of Transforming a House Into A Home

|Cheryl Belber
When was the last time you looked at all you accomplished, or did in a 12-month time? It’s wild! I’m pretty sure I shared that when we decided to move...
Exploring the Winter Charm of Cashiers, North Carolina

Exploring the Winter Charm of Cashiers, North Carolina

|Cheryl Belber
Visiting Hallmark towns is my absolute FAVORITE thing to do. I can’t help but love the uniqueness of Main Street (because let’s be real every Hallmark town has a Main...

Places to Stay & Things to Do
Discover the Best Lakefront Cabins in Upstate South Carolina: Your Ultimate Retreat at Whitewater Cabin

Discover the Best Lakefront Cabins in Upstate South Carolina: Your Ultimate Retreat at Whitewater Cabin

|Cheryl Belber
I've always been a little lake-obsessed, okay, a lot! There's just something about being near the water that feels like magic to me.  So, when I stumbled upon the Whitewater...
A Unique Stay at the Sunflower House: The Perfect Vacation Rental Near Lake Jocassee and Lake Keowee

A Unique Stay at the Sunflower House: The Perfect Vacation Rental Near Lake Jocassee and Lake Keowee

|Cheryl Belber
Living on the lake is something I never take for granted. Waking up to the sound of gentle waves lapping against the shore and watching the sunrise over the water...
Exploring South Carolina State Parks With the Passport Book

Exploring South Carolina State Parks With the Passport Book

|Cheryl Belber
Have you seen the popular Instagram reel of a woman hiking with the caption, "I'm not outdoorsy, I'm Outsidey"?  It goes on to say how you can enjoy hiking, exploring nature,...
1826 Bistro On The Green

1826 Bistro On The Green

|Cheryl Belber
An Upscale Culinary Experience Near Lake Keowee: 1826 Bistro My journey to 1826 Bistro began with a desire to experience what this historic building had to offer. I would often...
Family-Friendly Hiking Trails in Upstate South Carolina: A Guide to Table Rock

Family-Friendly Hiking Trails in Upstate South Carolina: A Guide to Table Rock

|Cheryl Belber
Upstate South Carolina is full of opportunities to adventure in the outdoors (truth is, it’s why we moved here without ever visiting), there are so many hiking opportunities with various...
A Perfect Family Day Trip: A Stone's Throw from Lake Keowee

A Perfect Family Day Trip: A Stone's Throw from Lake Keowee

|Cheryl Belber
Are you seeking a picturesque adventure just a stone's throw away from Lake Keowee? Perhaps you desire to take a beautiful family hike full of scenery and waterfalls you can...
Discover the Best Lakefront Cabins in Upstate South Carolina: Your Ultimate Retreat at Whitewater Cabin

Discover the Best Lakefront Cabins in Upstate South Carolina: Your Ultimate Retreat at Whitewater Cabin

|Cheryl Belber
I've always been a little lake-obsessed, okay, a lot! There's just something about being near the water that feels like magic to me.  So, when I stumbled upon the Whitewater...

Lake Home Renovations
Lake House Decorating Ideas on a Budget: Create a Lakehouse Tablescape

Lake House Decorating Ideas on a Budget: Create a Lakehouse Tablescape

|Cheryl Belber
Decorating a lake house can be a fun yet daunting task, especially when you're on a budget. But here's the good news: you don't need a huge budget to transform...
Craft Room Transformation: Crafting a Cozy Space in a Small Lake House

Craft Room Transformation: Crafting a Cozy Space in a Small Lake House

|Cheryl Belber
There's something magical about watching my 8 year old, Lindsey, light up as she crafts and makes bracelets for her friends at school. But if I'm being honest, her creative...
Rustic Bathroom & Small Closet Transformation

Rustic Bathroom & Small Closet Transformation

|Cheryl Belber
Do you ever find yourself stuck in that seemingly never-ending loop of almost-but-not-quite-finished home projects? You know, the ones where you’re at 90-95% completion and it feels like crossing that...
Lakehouse Moody Green Primary Bedroom: DIY

Lakehouse Moody Green Primary Bedroom: DIY

|Cheryl Belber
"Get your life together," my mom said on a Facetime call when she grabbed a glimpse of our sad bedroom. I was folding laundry when she had a full view...
5 DIY Renovation Goals to Transform our Home in 2024

5 DIY Renovation Goals to Transform our Home in 2024

|Cheryl Belber
What’s the saying…. You can overestimate what you can do in a day and underestimate what you can accomplish in a year. Going into year 2 of owning this house...
Step 1 To Transforming Our Tiny Lakefront Fixer-Upper

Step 1 To Transforming Our Tiny Lakefront Fixer-Upper

|Cheryl Belber
I often joke and say we bought a dock and it came with a house. But there is no one more excited for the challenge of turning our tiny fixer-upper...
Lake House Decorating Ideas on a Budget: Create a Lakehouse Tablescape

Lake House Decorating Ideas on a Budget: Create a Lakehouse Tablescape

|Cheryl Belber
Decorating a lake house can be a fun yet daunting task, especially when you're on a budget. But here's the good news: you don't need a huge budget to transform...

Lake Life Essentials
What to Pack for a Day on the Boat: Organizing Your Bogg Boat Bag

What to Pack for a Day on the Boat: Organizing Your Bogg Boat Bag

|Cheryl Belber
Have you ever found yourself endlessly watching ASMR videos, mesmerized by their calming sounds and simple visuals? I get it, I really do. There's something about those quiet, soothing clips...
5 Tips for Boating with Kids (Plus a Bonus Boating Hack!)

5 Tips for Boating with Kids (Plus a Bonus Boating Hack!)

|Cheryl Belber
There's nothing quite like a day out on the water with the ones you love most. As the saying goes, if you are lucky enough to get out on a...
Bogg Boat Bag is a Must-Have for Families in 2024

Bogg Boat Bag is a Must-Have for Families in 2024

|Cheryl Belber
Y’all it’s basically boating season! The fishermen have been out, and it’s time for us to get out on the waters too. It is certainly one of the best parts...
What to Pack for a Day on the Boat: Organizing Your Bogg Boat Bag

What to Pack for a Day on the Boat: Organizing Your Bogg Boat Bag

|Cheryl Belber
Have you ever found yourself endlessly watching ASMR videos, mesmerized by their calming sounds and simple visuals? I get it, I really do. There's something about those quiet, soothing clips...