Welcome to the Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards Community Website! 
Serving the property owners of the Vineyards, Eastatoe Park and Falls North
 
Coronavirus COVID-19
Please read the update on POA Activities related to COVID-19:  POA Board Update HERE.  
 
COUNTY UPDATES as of May 28:  (increase from prior day)
Confirmed Covid-19 Cases:  138 (+8) in Pickens County; 50 (+1) in Oconee County; 
ZIP CODE UPDATE as of May 28: (no change from prior day)
Confirmed Covid-19 Cases By Zip Code:   0 Cases in Zip 29685;  6 (+0) Cases in Zip 29676.
The South Carolina Dept. Of Health publishes the zip codes where cases have been confirmed.  The Vineyards is in Pickens County zip code 29685.  The Falls is in Oconee County zip code 29676.  Click Here To See the SCDHEC County & Zip Code Maps/Details.
 
Effective May 4, the "Home or Work" Executive Order was lifted and returned to voluntary status.  "At Risk" individuals should continue to limit exposure to others.   The governor has also lifted Executive Order 2020-14, which required individuals entering the state from “hot spots” to self-quarantine for two weeks.
All individual Social Distancing Guidelines, from 6 ft spacing to gatherings of 10 or less, are still in effect.  Businesses, retail and restaurants have specific occupancy and gathering guidelines
 
The Federal Government's cautionary guidance issued 45 days ago ("15 Days to Slow the Spread") has been incorporated into recommendations given to the states on how they can begin gradually easing restrictions and reopening their economies.  For the latest updates on Covid-19 please find links to official websites here:
See Grapevine News on tips for holding a teleconference (audio or web) including links to free teleconference sites.
 
To Contact the Property Owner's Association:
POA Business Manager:   Kristi Bishop  864-655-7112   poa@vineyardsconnections.com
Homeowners, Architects, Builders and Contractors:
Remodeling, new construction or landscaping?  Access the guidelines, applications and submit your request or plans online:  CLICK HERE.
Questions Regarding The Cliffs? 
Interested in The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards Club or properties, please CLICK HERE.
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Community Alerts
Coronavirus Covid-19
The following websites are useful in providing up-to-date advice and status on the Covid-19 virus:
South Carolina Dept. of Health - scdhec.gov
South Carolina Dept. Of Health - Zip Code Analysis 
Center for Disease Control - CDC.gov
World Health Organization - Who.int
 
Many events and meetings are being canceled or modified.  Please check with your group/event coordinator before arriving at an event.  Check Grapevine News for updates and for tips on hosting a virtual meeting via teleconference.
 
The Federal Government has extended through April the "15 Days to Slow the Spread" guideines.  The CDC recommends that you:
* Stay home if possible.
* Wash your hands often.
* Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
* Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
* Avoid all cruise travel and non-essential air travel.
* Contact your healthcare professional if you have concerns about COVID-19 or if you are sick.
* All U.S.events of 10+ people should be cancelled or held virtually.
 
Lake Security Awareness
Thieves have been targeting boats and docks on Lake Keowee during the night and stealing stereo equipment, fish finders, GPS equipment, etc.  If you see boats approaching and shining lights at docks late at night, please call 911 and report the suspicious activity.
To Report a Hazard
Emergency and Security Contacts
All Emergencies:  
Call 9-1-1
If using a CELL PHONE, you must identify the street address, the Vineyards  and the county:
Pickens or Oconee
 
Key Contacts:
 
Vineyards Gate House
 864-868-5022
Vineyards Mobile Security
 864-313-6727
(if on patrol)
Falls South Gatehouse
 864-944-7657
for access to Falls North
  
   
Dispatch - Pickens County
 864-898-5500
Police, Fire, Rescue, Sheriff
Oconee County Sherriff's Dept 864-944-6060
Vineyards Fire District
non-emergency
 864-868-6767
Falls North Fire District -
Salem Fire &Rescue
 864-944-6060
Duke - Power Outage
 
   
 
 
Gate Access
Property Owners:  Please Click Guest Access Here to schedule your guests / vendors and notify the Vineyards Main Gatehouse in advance of their arrival.   
Or call  Vineyards Gatehouse at 864-868-5022
 
Visitors:  To gain access, you will need to go to the Keowee Vineyards Main gate or Falls South Main Gate.  See Map at the bottom of the home page on this website for location.
 
Emergency Evacuation
In the event of an Evacuation Order, communication would utilize
"Code Red" messaging. 
Evacuation Orders are coordinated by state and county command centers.
 
More about an Evacuation Order and registering for "Code Red"
 
Grapevine News
You Are invited...
Posted on May 24th, 2020
... to the annual Cliffs Resident Outreach Fundraiser and a special one-night only Hope Lights luminary display to thank the Vineyards community for their generous and sustained support.  CLICK HERE FOR YOUR INVITATION and DETAILS!  This is a modified fundraiser due to ongoing Covid-19 concerns and restrictions.  On behalf of the CRO Council and the the children of Pickens County, THANK YOU.  To read a summary of how your donations supported Pickens County in 2019-2020 CLICK HERE.
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Snakes in the Upstate
Posted on May 21st, 2020
Here is a short interesting article about "Snakes in the Upstate" from GVtoday. Click Here
June 2020 Elevation Living Available
Posted on May 18th, 2020
The June 2020 digital edition of Elevation Living Magazine is now available.  To access it  CLICK HERE.   The print edition will be sent to residents soon.
FCA Annual Golf Tournament
Posted on May 11th, 2020
The Annual Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Golf Tournament is scheduled for September 24 at Southern Oaks Golf Club.
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CRO Annual Fundraiser
Posted on May 6th, 2020
Stay tuned for an invitation to a "modified" CRO Fundraiser for 2020.  Due to ongoing Covid-19 concerns, the full day/fun day "Play-It-Forward" event has been postponed to 2021.  In the meantime, an alternative fundraising project is in the works.  Your invitation coming soon!  While the school year started per normal, it certainly isn't ending that way.  The CRO Annual Report will be published by the end of May.
Kamp Keowee 2020 Cancelled
Posted on Apr 23rd, 2020
Due to ongoing Covid-19 concerns and limitations, The Kamp Keowee Council has decided it is in the best interests of our residents and their families to cancel Kamp Keowee & Adventure Kamp this year.  CLICK HERE to read the details
Pet Etiquette
Posted on Apr 4th, 2020
Pet Owners:   Just a friendly, community reminder that your pets are to be on a leash when you are walking them (including your own neighborhood) and you are responsible for picking up after your pet anywhere inside our gates (neighborhood, parks, common areas and trails).
Urgent appeal
Posted on Mar 19th, 2020
United Way of Pickens County needs your help to aid the vulnerable who live outside our gates during the cornavirus outbreak.
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Update on POA Activities Related to COVID-19
Posted on Mar 17th, 2020
The POA Board has been and continues to monitor government advisories and those coming from the Cliffs Club related to the COVID-19. To this end the POA Board wanted to provide the below thoughts in addition to those government and Cliffs Clubs communications:
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How to Host a Virtual Meeting
Posted on Mar 16th, 2020
To minimize the spread of Covid-19, many meetings are being canceled, postponed, rescheduled or converted to a "virtual" meeting.   Please check with the group leader or check Grapevine News to confirm your meeting prior to attending.  If you would like some tips on setting up an audio or video conference call (for free)
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With over 600 properties, spanning two sides of Lake Keowee, there is always something going on to make living here more enjoyable. Learn what your community is doing for you and with you!

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Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards Main Gate

1655 Cleo Chapman Hwy

Sunset, SC 29685

Cliffs at Falls North Main Gate

100 Cliffs Falls Parkway

Salem, SC 29676

Visitors: For access see guard at gate on other side of Hwy 11