Accomodations

The natural beauty and serene setting that make Lake Jocassee so beautiful also make logistics a bit challenging. We've identified several options below that fit different budgets and preferences. Please call us if you need any guidance.

For all options: It is important that you plan ahead and bring any groceries, firewood, or other items you will need for the weekend. Grocery and other stores are not located nearby.


  1. Camping Sites - The tent and RV sites are conveniently located to everything.
    1. Tent Sites (20+ Available) - T1 -T20 Booking and Info Tim Fry (timothy.a.fry@gmail.com) has reserved a number of sites together for our guests. Feel free to coordinate with Tim if you want to join a group, or book independently.
      1. 1 car/site. 6 person max/site
      2. Amenities include bathroom/showers/running water...
      3. $17/Night/Site
      4. Bring your own camping equipment (tent, cooler, firewood, etc…)
    2. RV Sites (20+ Available) Booking and Info
      1. 1 RV/site. 6 person max/site
      2. Amenities are the same at Tent Sites but with electricity.
      3. $23/Night/Site
      4. Bring your own RV/Camping Equipment
    3. Boat in Camping Sites - These are far away from everything, and you will need a boat to access them
  2. Villas at Devil’s Fork State Park - Unfortunately, only four villas are available. We have already reserved them for 9/19 and 9/20 so contact Alex if you would like to book them. These are a great option for families with children that want to be centrally located. (alex.f.griswold@gmail.com)
    1. (1) 3 Bedroom/2 Ba. Max 2 Vehicles  6 Person Max. $175.78 per night total 
    2. (3) 2 Bedroom/1 Ba. Max 2 Vehicles 4 Person Max. $156 per per night total (2 Available)
  3. Three Pines View Bed and Breakfast - This luxury bed and breakfast is cozy, quiet and convenient.
    1. 4 Suites available. $200/Night if you stay both nights.  $225/night for just one night.  
    2. Booking instructions: Call 864-784-2974 and mention that you are with the Griswold/Rittenhouse wedding.
  4. Houses.  Coordination required on food and lodging.  These are some of the houses that we have reserved or researched.  
    1. The Point (the Tallex suite) Map Info and Pictures Full, Contact: Alex Griswold (alex.f.griswold@gmail.com)
    2. The Robinson Lakehouse (the Griswold Family House) Info Info/Pictures, Contact: John Griswold (john.griswold01@comcast.net)
    3. The Lake Jocassee Cabin on a Private Cove Info (The Fitzpatrick House), Contact: Colleen Fitzpatrick (colleenfitpatrickmd@gmail.com)
    4. Lake Jocassee Lodge (The Chantilly House), Contact: Alex Griswold (alex.f.griswold@gmail.com) Info
    5. The Maplecrest Info and Booking
    6. Bear Pond Cabin Info and Booking
  5. Hotels/Motels - These are the least recommended option because they don't offer the experience of the lake.
    1. The Laurel Mountain Inn - 5 Minutes to ceremony/reception and 30 minutes to lake
    2. A Nice Little Motel - 5 Minutes to ceremony/reception and 30 minutes to lake