The Land at Charleston Place: Nature
A large part of the character of Charleston Place is derived from the  natural beauty that surrounds it. The neighborhood is carefully planned to respect the natural ecosystems that are active in the woods adjacent to Lake Greenwood. Red-tailed hawks fly overhead, white oaks stand tall and azaleas bloom in the shade of the canopy. 
Charleston Place will strive to protect and reinforce the importance of its natural setting through the careful development of shared public spaces and homesites. Homeowners are encouraged to preserve trees, plant native species, and attract local wildlife through vegetation and habitat. The community will also enjoy benefits that are not afforded in every traditional neighborhood. Residents will be able to fish for bass off shared docks, bike or walk on established trails through the woods and interact with the edge of the lake through open green spaces.

The Land at Charleston Place: Lake Greenwood
Lake Greenwood was created in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), as part of the New Deal program enacted by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.  The lake formed from the waters of the Saluda and Reedy Rivers, which were dammed for the creation of a new power plant. The plant was intended to create jobs, while the lake was intended for conservation and recreation purposes.
Today Lake Greenwood provides over 11,000 acres of fresh water ideal for boating and swimming. It is 20 miles long with over 200 miles of shoreline. The lake is owned by Greenwood County but is located in three counties: Laurens, Newberry and Greenwood. At one time leased to Duke Power, they provided many boat ramps and paved parking areas for access below the dam. A very popular fishing spot, Lake Greenwood boasts a seasonal average depth over 69 feet and holds a healthy population of striped bass and crappie.
Along the south edge of the lake, and just minutes from Charleston Place, is Lake Greenwood State Recreation Area. The park is over 900 acres and includes picnic shelters, a fishing pier, multiple boat ramps and a museum and meeting center. The John and Holly Self Drummond Conservation Education and Conference Center sits adjacent to the waters of Lake Greenwood. The Center holds an exhibit featuring the history of the CCC and also has meeting rooms available.

Lake Greenwood is one of Charleston Place’s best natural amenities. The community will provide access along the lake in the form of a public walking trail. Residents will also have access to private docks, a public fishing pier and other
lakeside community amenities.

The Land at Charleston Place: Location
Located in Greenwood, South Carolina, Charleston Place is just minutes away from some of the southeast’s most exciting destinations. Thriving cities, coastal retreats and mountain getaways are all a short drive from the community. With the nearest airport located in Greenville, SC, air travel is easy as well. Approximate drive times to some of the key destinations in the region:

Charleston, SC: 3 hours, 10 minutes
Atlanta, GA: 3 hours
Asheville, NC: 2 hours, 10 minutes
Edisto Island, SC: 3 hours, 40 minutes
Hendersonville, NC: 1 hour, 45 minutes
Greenville, SC: 1 hour
Columbia, SC: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Charlotte, NC: 2 hours, 20 minutes
Highlands, NC: 3 hours
Charleston Place is truly a product of its context. The diverse character of the region provides inspiration for the lakeside community. Rolling terrain and wooded preserves reflect the natural beauty of the mountains to the northwest, while brick walks and iron gates point to the historic southern tradition of downtown Charleston.