The Swamp Rabbit Inn was highlighted in the recent September 2015 issue of Redbook Magazine as a hotel alternative in Greenville. This was part of their Fall Destination article highlighting Greenville, SC as a place to visit when the leaves begin to change.
We were thrilled to learn that Paxton Kelly of Texas Lifestyle Magazine attended a Truck INN Tuesday and had such nice things to say about her experience. We have enjoyed getting to know our local neighbors and look forward to more fall and winter events. You can read the full article online here.
The Swamp Rabbit Inn and properties offer great lodging for wedding guests and bridal parties in Greenville SC. Yes, Greenville is a hotspot for locals and out-of-towners to host a myriad of wedding festivities at locations across the city. Falls Park, Huguenot Loft, Old Cigar Warehouse, Zen and Greenbrier Farms are some of the favorites that come to our minds when we think of fantastic wedding venues in Greenville SC. Old Cigar Warehouse and Zen are the closest in proximity to the Swamp Rabbit Inn. Just two blocks from us on Main Street in downtown Greenville, they have weddings down to a science. Situated in the historic West End of Greenville, SC directly on Main Street, the character of the spaces, the lighting and unique feel of these buildings leaves you wanting nothing more for your celebration. Whether it's a rustic industrial feel or a sleek modern backdrop, Greenville has the venue to suit your style.
When choosing your wedding reception venue please consider having your guests stay with us! We can accommodate groups up to 16 at the Swamp Rabbit Inn downtown Greenville and up to 26 and 13 respectively at the Swamp Rabbit Lodge and Furman Cottage, just 7 miles north of Greenville near Furman University and Travelers Rest. We host bachelorette weekends, engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, out-of-town family and guests of brides and grooms from all over the world. Build even more memories from your wedding weekend in the comfortable, stylish setting of a Greenville vacation rental by the Swamp Rabbit Inn and Properties.
Decorated in fun and funky fashion from IKEA, our properties are comfortable and memorable. We have great common indoor spaces for gathering and large decks and porches for enjoying the outdoors. Cook together in our community kitchens or grill outside and have a bonfire too!
Guests enjoying our properties!
Our guests say it all!! Check out our reviews on Trip Advisor, VRBO and Facebook! Sign up for our email list for events, announcements and special offers! Call us today to see if your wedding weekend is still available! We would love to help make your special day even more special for you and your guests!
One of the greatest attributes of this beautiful city we call home is that it allows small, boutique, independent places like us branch out and do really great, cool community events to bring folks together. At the end of the day, isn't that what it's all about? Truck INN Tuesdays brought people from all over the place to 1 Logan St. to meet up, have a taco and a beverage, support local Makers, Farmers, and Popsicle Stands, and listen to live music.
We think that's what summer is about: hanging out, block-party style with your buddies after the 5pm bell rings. No fuss, no muss, just a great time. Truck INN Tuesdays hosted residents of our backdoor neighbors, 400 Rhett Apartments, downtown dwellers, newcomers to the city from Louisville, KY, recent retirees living in Travelers Rest, commuters from Easley, Spartanburg, and Greer, the nice folks from Pickwick Pharmacy, the ever elusive behind-the-scenes guys from Albino Skunk Festival, local bike shop employees, a magnitude of doodle dogs, and yes, even Pickle the Pig. One of our favorite groups that came week INN and week out was the gaggle of parents and kids on their bikes, taking the trip over on the Swamp Rabbit Trail.
We want to thank all of our Food Trucks: Automatic Taco, Highway 301, JB Tingles, and Ellada Kouzina. Special thanks to the Community Tap. Our live musicians Jay Deihl, DJ King Harold Pendleton, Launch, Passing Scene, John Stanislawski, Brooks Dixon, Jake Erwin, My Girl My Whiskey and Me, and especially West End String Band and Stringed Keys for playing twice. And all of our Makers who came week INN and week out, braving the heat and potential for rain almost every week: King of Pops, Reedy River Farms, Greenville Goods, Jocie Pots, Rivertown Nola, Ella Marie Handmade Clothing, Cooks Flips, LeeAnalyze, From SC with Love, Kuka Juice, Pallet & Crate, Heather VonCamp, Modern Forestry Soy Candles, Bone and Ink, Happy Arsenal Jewelry, Malia's Mark, Kathleen King, Velo Valets, Pinebox Daddy, and The Bike Shed at Swamp Rabbit Inn.
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Greenville is quickly becoming a destination town for foodies. The downtown area alone boasts over 30 different restaurants, 50 bars, and several night life spots. The 7th Annual Upstate Foodie Fest gives locals and visitors alike the opportunity to try some of best places in town at the most affordable prices. With the Swamp Rabbit Inn's West End location, we're 2 blocks from some of the very best places Greenville has to offer. We've also discounted room rates through the end of August, so join us, take in some of the best culinary experiences Greenville has to offer, and enjoy our beautiful southern city.
From August 20th-30th, visit participating restaurants and enjoy 3 courses for $30. Some of our favorites include Breakwater (located 2 blocks from the Inn), American Grocery (located 3 blocks from the Inn), and Passerelle Bistro (a 2 minute beautiful bike ride to Greenville's Falls Park).
With all of the exciting events coming to Greenville in the fall, the musicals, the food festivals, and football games, choosing to stay at the Swamp Rabbit inn & Properties means living like a local. We pride ourselves on the very best guest satisfaction and encourage you to spread the word about the best place to enjoy a lifestyle lodging experience.
Looking for a last minute Summer getaway deals? Come visit Greenville, SC and get some great deals on hotels and restaurants. Upstate Foodie Fest starts August 20 - August 30 with $35 price fixed menus at some of the BEST restaurants in Greenville and just outside our front door! We've entered into the Dog Days of Summer here in Greenville, SC. Kids begin school next week, we know football season is right around the corner, and the slow days of Summer will soon transition into the hectic days of the Fall. Here's the opportunity to come to Greenville, SC and savor the last few days of Summer 2015.
The Swamp Rabbit Inn in Downtown Greenville, SC
Now through August 31st, enjoy 20% off regular room rates at the Swamp Rabbit Inn. Located 2 blocks from Main Street in downtown Greenville's Historic West End, The Swamp Rabbit Inn boasts 6 rooms, 2 deluxe with en-suite bathrooms, and 4 rooms that share 2 full bathrooms. Easily walkable and bike able to all sorts of attractions in Greenville, The Swamp Rabbit Inn accommodates the weekday business traveler, the budget-conscious adventurer, wedding parties, festival goers, and folks looking for a local lodging lifestyle experience.
Take in a baseball game at the Greenville Drive stadium, stroll back from a wedding reception at the Old Cigar Warehouse, or grab a great cocktail at American Grocery. We even have a local block party in our parking lot every Tuesday night with food trucks, live music and local makers called Truck Inn Tuesdays!
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We're pleased to offer the Swamp Rabbit Lodge at $200 per night, whole house rental, for the remainder of August. The Swamp Rabbit Lodge is situated just past Furman University, 200 yards from the Swamp Rabbit Trail. It's a great mid-mod lodge space with plenty of room for 24 people sleeping comfortably. Take in all that the booming bedroom community of Travelers Rest, SC has to offer: the TR Farmers Market, Sidewall Pizza, the TR Tasting Room, and Tandem Creperie.
The Swamp Rabbit Lodge Near Furman University and Travelers Rest, SC
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Kathleen King, the artist responsible for the wall art, murals, and various other pieces around our vacation rentals has just installed her newest rendition on the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Kathleen was brought to Greenville by the County Parks & Rec department as the Coordinator of the Swamp Rabbit Trail Public Art Collection. Following her notoriety for "The Tortoise has a Spare", the painting on the side of the TTR bike shop next to the Swamp Rabbit Cafe, Kathleen was prepared to create a second piece. The Greenville Track Club and Visit Greenville SC funded the second installment. Entitled, "The Runner", it's fond nickname has become "Ethyl" and it's constructed out of acrylic on plasma-cut steel. As a kinetic piece, each section spins independently.
Kathleen drew her inspiration from what it actually feels like to run- the 'freedom of movement through space'. The Greenville Track Club is placing their former president Darrell Jennewine's bronzed shoes under a bench near the sculpture and the piece will be dedicated to him this fall. You can find the sculpture near the train track crossing on the Swamp Rabbit Trail near Bramlett St.
Greenville is a cycling town, there's no denying that. The integration of bike lanes into new road projects, pump tracks and new mountain bike trails being added to parks, and the ever-expanding Swamp Rabbit Trail has all lent a hand to the boom of bikes in this city.
The close proximity to the Swamp Rabbit Trail (SRT) from the Swamp Rabbit Inn has had many out-of-town guests clamoring for a bike to use while they're staying. Our solution? The Bike Shed at Swamp Rabbit Inn: a small spot behind the Inn full of vintage treasures, local tees by the folks at Greenville Goods, cold and hot beverages, and bike rentals for locals and guests alike. For $15 a half day or $25 for the whole day, this includes a lock and a helmet (safety is sexy y'all). Our Bike Shed Manager, Lisa, is happy to give you pointers on where to go, or buy a Cycling Greenville Guidebook for your return travels.
The Bike Shed is open seasonally on Friday-Monday 9am to 5pm and Tuesdays from 3-8:30 during Truck Inn Tuesdays. You can always call 864-517-4617 to rent a bike during off hours as well.
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We're in the thick of things- summer is sultry, the kids are out of school, vacations are coming and going. Greenville is a beautiful town year round don't get us wrong, but our favorite time of year has to be the early fall. Not only does the weather begin to cool and the leaves change, but Greenville becomes host to 3 of the most spectacular events: Euphoria Greenville, Indie Craft Parade, and Fall for Greenville. And we LOVE a good event (#truckINNtuesdays).
Euphoria Greenville is celebrating its 10th year! Taking place from September 17-20, it's the perfect September weather to take in all that downtown has to offer in one place. "Founded in 2006 by platinum-selling singer and songwriter Edwin McCain and restaurateur Carl Sobocinski, euphoria educates, entices, enlightens, and entertains. This highly anticipated weekend-long event includes exclusive tasting events, cooking demonstrations and wine seminars, as well as multi-course dinners and live musical performances. Dedicated to excellence, euphoria features domestic and international wines, celebrity chefs, master sommeliers, and national recording artists."
The Swamp Rabbit Inn is located, well, a quick hop away from the epicenter of this event and is sure to fill up quickly. Check out our Reservations Page to reserve a room or the entire Inn for the weekend.
Maybe the outdoor music and food scene isn't your thing? Maybe local and regional crafters and makers just scratch that Pinterest itch for you. The Indie Craft Parade has called Greenville home for a few years now, and as all hot events, the competition has become fierce to be granted a vendor entry. Each maker must submit an entry to be judged by a panel so know that only the coolest, most fun and amazing hand-made goods are present at this event. Located at the impressive Huguenot Mill on West Broad in downtown Greenville, the event takes place September 18-20. We recommend the VIP tickets because it's just that awesome.
The big daddy: Fall for Greenville. If you love all things Greenville, food, music, locals, outdoors, and general good times, this is your event. This event takes over nearly all of Main St and runs all the way over the Reedy River in the West End. This is one of the largest, if the not the largest attended events in all of South Carolina. Our restaurants take to the streets, setting up booths to sample food, drinks, and snacks. Music lineups vary depending on the time and day but usually ends with a bang! Interested in staying at the Swamp Rabbit Inn for this weekend? Check our Reservations Page today.
The Swamp Rabbit Lodge is quickly becoming a hotspot of activity, especially for our athletically-inclined guests. Just last week we were privileged to have TriMarni hold their triatholon camp at the Lodge. Here's what they had to say: "Our first Greenville Trimarni camp is now complete!! Blog recap posts to come..... We knew our campers would be exhausted on day 4 but we didn't take it easy onthem.
We started with a recon ride of our run course and then a climb up and down Paris Mountain followed by a very technical course before repeating the climb up to Paris Mountain one more time with a very strong effort. ~3600 feet of climbing. After the ride, a quick transition to our 7-mile run. ~950 feet of climbing on a beautiful hilly course with a "best effort" up Roe Ford road to finish off camp.
What an amazing group of athletes who gave 100% for every workout at camp. We are all exhausted, hungry and extremely sore.......Trimarni Greenville camp was a great success! Karel and I can't wait to plan our next Greenville camp!!
Thank you to our amazing photographers Taylor and Elizabeth and to Tricia and Taylor for providing the BEST SAG Support throughout our camp. We were well hydrated and fueled thanks to them!
Thank you Trimarni camp sponsors: Run In Veronica's Health Crunch Clif Bar TrainingPeaks Canari Cyclewear
And thank you Swamp Rabbit Lodge for providing the perfect place for our campers to stay!"
We're also excited to announce Velo Girl Rides First Annual Upstate SC Tour. This is currently open to the public and is held at the Swamp Rabbit Lodge from October 21-25. Enjoy great accommodations, fully sagged and support ride, and fun camaraderie with fellow cyclists. It's sure to fill quickly so reserve your space today.
Join us every second Tuesday of the month (May - October) from 6:00 - 9:00 in the parking lot of the Swamp Rabbit Inn, 1 Logan Street, Greenville, SC 29601 (West End downtown Greenville). We have a food truck, live music, local makers, and locals and visitors alike mingle and make friends in this hip and trendy neighborhood in Greenville's West End. Everyone is invited to our weekly Block Party running every second Tuesday night May - October, 2016.
Unique vacation and staycation options at Swamp Rabbit Inn
It’s safe to say that Truck INN Tuesdays is now a summer staple at the Swamp Rabbit Inn in downtown Greenville. If you haven’t experienced one yet, you should for a few reasons. #1- Greenville is an amazing place with loads of fun activities and music, but they primarily cluster around the Friday, Saturday, Sunday portion of the week. Truck INN Tuesdays happen on, well, you’re smart folks. #2- the growth of Greenville is happening rapidly but the West End lacks an abundance of food options; not only do we offer Food Truck snacks and dinners, but many local food makers, and King of Pops make it an all encompassing epicourian experience. #3- The West End in general is on the cusp of revitalization and expansion. It’s a great part of town to walk or ride your bicycle to explore what this great southern city has to offer.
Bring your friends!!
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"Summer, summer, summertime..." Will Smith said it best; and we couldn't agree more. Greenville is one of the most spectacular southern cities to visit in the summer months. Visit the Reedy River, Paris Mountain State Park, the 'Hunger Games' waterfalls at Dupont State Park, dine al fresco at the assortment of fantastic restaurants, take in a show at the Peace Center, or just relax on a porch swing. Greenville offers many family friendly actives as well, including the Greenville Zoo, Children's Museum, water parks, putt putt courses, and Children's Theatre.
Swamp Rabbit Inn has a fleet of bicycles for rent to anyone, an overnight guest or local, for half or full day. Rates start at $15 per bike. The Swamp Rabbit Trail provides a safe, close starting point for any summer adventure your heart desires in Greenville. Click here to rent a bike today: Swamp Rabbit Inn Bicycle Rentals.
Come visit Greenville SC and bike the GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail, right out the front door of the Swamp Rabbit Inn, and just named one of the best bike trails in the US by Daily Burn. The 15 Best Road and Mountain Bike Trails in the U.S.
The Swamp Rabbit Inn offers bike-friendly lodging two blocks from the Swamp Rabbit Trail in downtown Greenville SC and two block from Main Street. Stay with us and live like a local. We are a great alternative to hotels in downtown Greenville, SC. We have 6 guest rooms and common areas to relax and cook your own meals in our community kitchen and grill out on our beautiful back deck.
Park your car in our lot and explore Greenville on two wheels and two feet. Everything Greenville has to offer is within walking distance from the inn. Check out the award winning Falls Park and walk the Liberty Bridge, take in a ball game at Flour Field, and eat to your heart's content and over 100 restaurants in our booming downtown.
Bike rental is offered on-site at our pop-up bike shop/gift shop/cafe right in our parking lot in the "Bike Shed". We can help you make the most of your stay and even wrote "Cycling Greenville SC" with detailed maps and instructions on 20 of the best rides in Greenville.
As we gain closure on yet another school year and begin to think about trips and vacations, we can't help but think about what makes Greenville, SC such a cool city to come visit. So as much as we know our guests and neighbors love exploring this great city, we've decided to bring a little bit of the culture directly to the vacation rental properties. Beginning June 2nd from 5:30-8:30 and running thru the summer, expect to see food trucks, musicians, and local makers set up at the Swamp Rabbit Inn for Truck Inn Tuesdays (#truckInntuesdays). We will also lead a 1 hour 'no drop' bike ride at 6pm. Don't have a bike? NO PROBLEM: *rent one from us for $10!*. This event is open to all, and adult beverage cups are available for purchase.
Travelers Rest (TR) is THE hot spot to visit this summer. Located 15 minutes from downtown Greenville, this flourishing town is filling up fast with new bars, restaurants, and breweries. The Swamp Rabbit Lodge is located on the north side of Furman, 200 years from he Swamp Rabbit Trail, and a 5 minutes bike ride to the heart of downtown TR. We are pleased to bring a family friendly event to the Lodge with our first annual Sunday Sunday. On June 7th from 5-8pm, join us at the Lodge along with Automatic Taco Truck, Cool Mama's Ice Cream Truck (ice cream is on us!), an Darby Wilcox jamming on the deck. Bring your bike and take a ride on our .75 mi trail on the 12 acre property and peek your head inside the mid century modern-inspired Lodge.
So there you have it. We hope all our guests delight in some local flair literally in the backyard of the properties and truly get a sense of the community of Greenville. Cheers!
As the spring months beckon every local to rush to finish work to get outside and enjoy the weather, downtown Greenville, SC primes the streets with festivals, shows, concerts, and outdoor events almost daily. That's the great thing about this city- it prides itself on natural and enhanced beauty to lure even the most indoor-worthy person to places like Paris Mountain State Park, the Swamp Rabbit Trail, Falls Park, and The Greenville Saturday Farmer's Market. This weekend is no exception: Artisphere 2015 begins today and runs through Sunday. Main Street will be packed full of various artists, music, food, and drink. If you can't find something that catches your eye, you aren't looking hard enough.
The Swamp Rabbit Inn is located a few short blocks from the heart of Artisphere. We happily accommodate artists, makers, locals, and tourists, cyclist, walkers, runners, and families. We bring together people from all over the word, from all over the country, from all over the region, and all over the state. We foster the community that surrounds this house because we love what Greenville, SC has become and what it will be in the future.
Happy weekend!
#swamprabbitinngiveaway SWAMP RABBIT INN GIVEAWAY CONTESTWin a 2 night stay June 19th - 21st, 2015 in the Moose Room at the Swamp Rabbit Inn in downtown Greenville, SC! Two bike rentals will be included during your stay so you can hop on the Swamp Rabbit Trail, an 18 mile paved bike path, just outside our front door. Perfect gift for Mother's Day!
Here's how to enter: 1) Follow @SwampRabbitInnSC on Instagram or @SwampRabbitInn on Twitter or Swamp Rabbit Inn on Facebook.
2) Share, retweet or comment on contest posts with your friends and followers using the hashtag #swamprabbitinngiveaway.
Share as many times as you want during the contest period of May 3 - May 9th. We will pull a winner on May 10th at 9am EST from the #swamprabbitinngiveaway hashtag stream. Share away on all your channels and you could be the winner of this weekend getaway to #yeahTHATgreenville. Come explore the Southern City that everyone's talking about!
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Please note: You must have a public account at time of drawing and this contest is sponsored only by the Swamp Rabbit Inn & Properties LLC.
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Downtown Greenville, SC was this year's sponsor city for the US Professional Cycling Criterium Championships on April 18th.
The Swamp Rabbit Lodge proved to be an ideal location for the Pepper Palace Professional Women's Cycling Team: about as close to the Swamp Rabbit Trail to downtown Greenville as one can get, while providing the ladies peace and tranquility to focus on their race.
A late arrival and rainy weather was not the best welcome but they all settled in nicely, using the covered porches to warm up on their bike trainers while the rain came down. When the weather was clear, the women explored Travelers Rest, including Tandem Creperie, the Swamp Rabbit Trail, and eventually into downtown Greenville's Coffee Underground. Rested, relaxed, and ready to race, the Peppers scored a second place!
Hope to see these ladies again for more races and team camps...
April 19th-25th brings all things craft beer to the forefront of Greenville's mind. In it's second year, the Greenville Craft Beer Week has expanded to a full week of events, including April 20th's American Grocery and Fullsteam Brewing collaboration dinner, April 21st's Project Host & Quest Beer Dinner, and the April 25th Grand Finale at the downtown Greenville airport: The Community Tap Beer Fest. There's also an April 24th event at our favorite spot in downtown Traveler's Rest at the Swamp Rabbit Brewery, situated a few short bike-able trail miles from the Swamp Rabbit Lodge. The Swamp Rabbit Inn currently has rooms available for the weekday events, and most are in walkable or bike-able distance in and around downtown Greenville, SC. The Swamp Rabbit Lodge also has a few open rooms.
Reserve your room today for a truly thirst-quenching experience.
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