[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Old Skoolie Escape at Lake Hartwell w/ Pickleball Court Vacation home in Hartwell, near Lake Hartwell ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116990000/116985300/116985238/edfcef88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116990000/116985300/116985238/0c9f7c29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116990000/116985300/116985238/41219afe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116990000/116985300/116985238/w1516h1138x0y6-b851bed3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116990000/116985300/116985238/4bacf65a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located close to Lake Hartwell, The Old Skoolie Escape at Lake Hartwell w/ Pickleball Court has plenty to offer. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Old Skoolie Escape at Lake Hartwell w/ Pickleball Court Stay in a Converted School Bus – Unique Tiny Home Getaway with Pickleball Court, Porch & Lake Access! Looking for an unforgettable, unique lake escape? Welcome to our beautifully converted school bus in Hartwell, Georgia — the perfect tiny home retreat for solo travelers, couples, or anyone craving something a little out of the ordinary. Nestled on a peaceful property just a 15-minute walk from stunning Lake Hartwell, this one-of-a-kind stay offers everything you need to unwind, recharge, and have some fun. Inside the bus, you’ll find a surprisingly spacious layout with one comfortable bedroom, a full bathroom, and a thoughtfully designed living space that combines rustic touches with modern amenities. Whether you're relaxing indoors or sipping a drink outside on your private porch, you'll feel right at home in this creative and inviting space. Step outside and enjoy access to a full-sized pickleball court — shared with just one other property — perfect for a friendly match. When you're ready to explore, the lake is just a short stroll away, offering opportunities for swimming, fishing, or simply soaking up the scenery. This stay is ideal for anyone looking to experience tiny living in a big way — whether you're seeking a romantic weekend, a creative solo retreat, or a base for lake adventures. It’s not just a place to sleep; it’s an experience you’ll remember long after you leave. Come stay in a school bus and rediscover the joy of simple, soulful living — with a few fun perks thrown in! \*To have the pickleball court completely to yourself, you will need to book our other home on the property\* ## Property amenities ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96550000/96544200/96544158/d500204d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pap's Glamp on Lake Hartwell Fair Play - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Parking available 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=96544158&PinnedHotelID=96544158&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102250000/102247100/102247064/86e97bc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Tiny Pickleball Mansion at Lake Hartwell Hartwell - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=102247064&PinnedHotelID=102247064&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110490000/110487400/110487306/25c2bdbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Postcard Cabins Lake Hartwell Seneca - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 38 reviews CA $152 CA $221 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=110487306&PinnedHotelID=110487306&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32430000/32420100/32420084/9258d454.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### COZY 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT ON LAKE HARTWELL WITH DOCK/300 YARDS TO TUGALOO ST PARK Lavonia - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=32420084&PinnedHotelID=32420084&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100840000/100837400/100837392/c8934616.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy A-frame Tiny Home with Game room 3 Minutes to Lake Hartwell! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=34.46653,-82.95976&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7BrkqEnajyN%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%3FS%40Q%40S%40Q%40Q%40SBQ%40S%40QBSBQBQBQBQBQDSDOBQDQDQDQFODQFODQFOFOFQFOFOFOHOHMFOHMHOHMHOHKHMJMHMJMHMJKJKJKJKJKLKJKJILIJKLILIJILILGLILGLGLGNGLGLELENGLENCLENCLENCNCLCNCNANCLANANANALAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40N%40LBN%40NBNBLBNBLDNBNDLBNDLFLDLDNFLFLFLFLFLHLFLHLHJHLHJJLHJHLJJJJJJJJJJJJJHLJLJLHLHLHJJNFLHNHLHNFLHNFNFNFNHPDNFPFNDNDPFNDPDPDPBPDNDRBPBPBPBPBPBR%40PBR%40P%40R%40P%40P%40R%40P%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FRARAPARAPARAPCPARCPCPCPCRCPCPEPENCREPENEPGPENENGPGNEPINGNGNGNINGNILININGJKNILILILKJKLILKJKJKLKJKJKJMHKJMHKHMJKHMFMHMHMFMFMHMDMFOFMDMFMDODMBODODMBOBMDOBO%40OBM%40O%40OBO%3FO%40M%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAOAO%3FOCMAOAOCOAMCOEOCMCOEMEOCMEOEMGMEMGOGMEMIMGMGMIMIKGMIMKKIMIKKKIMKKKKKKMKKKKIMKMIKKMIMIMIOIKIOIOGMIOIOGOGOGOGOGQGMESGOEOGQEQEOEQCSEOEQCQCQCSCQCQCQASAQCQASAQASAQAS%3FS%3FQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Wmi09qK6WKbHsXbGYGk-58g4wf8=) Hartwell, GA #### What's nearby - Lake Hartwell - 1 min drive - 0.7 km - Lake Hartwell State Park - 28 min drive - 26.7 km - Glenn Ferry Access Area - 42 min drive - 38.6 km - Lake Keowee - 56 min drive - 62.6 km - T. Ed Garrison Arena - 61 min drive - 71.1 km #### Getting around - Clemson Station - 53 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬28 min drive - ‪Hershberger's Bakery - ‬27 min drive - ‪David’s Lake Hartwell Home - ‬12 min drive - ‪Yacht Club - ‬16 min drive - ‪Tilly’s Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬26 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old Skoolie Escape at Lake Hartwell w/ Pickleball Court pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at The Old Skoolie Escape at Lake Hartwell w/ Pickleball Court? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Old Skoolie Escape at Lake Hartwell w/ Pickleball Court? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Old Skoolie Escape at Lake Hartwell w/ Pickleball Court located? > Situated in Hartwell, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lake Hartwell and within 12 mi (20 km) of Party Island and Hart County Chamber of Commerce & Historical Museum. Hartwell Arts Center and The Hart County Botanical Gardens are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Old Skoolie Escape at Lake Hartwell w/ Pickleball Court Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gene B. Jul 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent for folks who don’t have any handicaps. Definitely not room for children but my dog loves the outdoors ##### Gene B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025