Swamp Rabbit Inn and Greenville, SC Featured in Washington Post

We were so thrilled to be featured in the Washington Post recently in an article about visiting Greenville, SC.  We had a great time riding the Swamp Rabbit Trail with reporter Dina Mishev and discussing all the great cycling routes in the Upstate of South Carolina, not to mention  all of our delicious restaurants and more.  So many reasons to plan your trip to Greenville, SC!  

Why you should visit Greenville, S.C.

GREENVILLE I've never fallen in love with a place as quickly as I did with Greenville. This was a surprise, because I arrived in South Carolina with low expectations. In the late '80s and early '90s, I spent most childhood school vacations and several weeks each summer visiting grandparents who lived elsewhere in the Palmetto State.

New Swamp Rabbit Trail Map and Video to Help Plan Your Stay at our Bike Friendly Inns in Downtown Greenville, SC or Travelers Rest, SC

Today we released our Swamp Rabbit Trail map and video highlighting our favorite stops along the trail which stretches from Greenville, SC to Travelers Rest, SC. Greenville, SC named one of the best places to visit and one of the best cycling cities in America. Come ride the Swamp Rabbit Trail and stop at the many restaurants, breweries, shops along the way and stay in our bike friendly inns along the trail.  We have an 8 room inn in downtown Travelers Rest, SC and a 6 room inn in downtown Greenville, SC right on the Swamp Rabbit Trail.

The Swamp Rabbit Inn and Properties has two inns, one in downtown Greenville, SC and one in downtown Travelers Rest, SC, close to Furman University and at the base of some of the best road cycling and mountain biking in the Upstate of South Carolina.

The Swamp Rabbit Trail is a 20+ mile paved greenway trail connecting Greenville, SC to Travelers Rest, SC. It is mostly flat and perfect for all levels of cyclists. Bring your bike or rent a bike from the Bike Shed at the Swamp Rabbit Inn in downtown Greenville, SC.  Watch our tour of the trail below as we take you into some of our favorite stops along the way!

We welcome you and your bike into our IKEA adorned European style inns walking distance to downtown Greenville, SC and downtown Travelers Rest, SC.  After a great day of cycling grab a delicious dinner, craft beer, glass of wine or cocktail just out the front door of either Swamp Rabbit Inn.

We cater to cyclists with bike storage in the rooms and a trail map in each room.  Grab a copy of "Cycling Greenville" written by inn keeper, Wendy Lynam, before your visit to plan your rides.

You can cycle year round in the Upstate of South Carolina.  Whether you like riding on the trail, climbing mountains and rolling down country roads or shredding mountain bike trails, this area has it all right out our front door.  Book your bike getaway at http://www.swamprabbitinn.com and have a "Perfect Day in Greenville" on the Swamp Rabbit Trail!

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Love the map?  Get a printed copy of our Swamp Rabbit Trail map here- frame worthy!

Map by @thescribblestudio

Video by @amcprophoto

"Travels With Darley" Visits South Carolina Shares Travel Itinerary For Upcoming Episode On PBS

"Travels With Darley" visited South Carolina this fall and stayed at the Swamp Rabbit Inn and biked the Swamp Rabbit Trail.  Check out this whirlwind tour of some great local spots in South Carolina with "Travels With Darley" The “Southern States Road Trip” episode, which features Greenville, Travelers Rest, Anderson, and Belton, broadcasts on SCC on Saturday, January 30th at 5pm and on ETV on Friday, February 12^th at 7pm.South Carolina Travel Itinerary: Columbia, Greenville & The Upstate - Travels with Darley Watch episode preview here!

Southern States Road Trip from Chip Ward on Vimeo.

Rent a Bike from the Bike Shed at Swamp Rabbit Inn

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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Food Trucks and Music at Truck Inn Tuesdays at the Swamp Rabbit Inn

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.

So come see us. Take a tour of the Swamp Rabbit Inn. Eat and drink with your friends while listening to local music. Buy and support local makers and crafters. It’s not a bad way to spend a Tuesday evening.

Bring your friends!!

Greenville Craft Beer Week

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.

Come to Greenville SC and Ride the GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail

Here is some good information for visitors to Greenville, SC who want to ride the GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail.  This article was written by Jack Horan of the News&Observer.  Don't forget to book your room with us at the Swamp Rabbit Inn in downtown Greenville SC or the Swamp Rabbit Lodge near Travelers Rest SC at the north end of the trail. Swamp Rabbit Trail, town and country

Guidebook for Cycling Greenville, SC

Have you heard that Greenville South Carolina is a great cycling destination?  Here is your guidebook to some of the best cycling in Greenville SC.   Greenville Journal

Rent a Bike at the Bike Shed in Downtown Greenville SC

Open from 9-5 today and 10-5 on Sunday. Half day: $15  Full day: $25

Call 864-230-1030 or stop by 1 Logan Street, Greenville, SC 29601

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Greenville's Outdoor Dining Scene

With the weather becoming absolutely beautiful in downtown Greenville, SC we thought you might enjoy this outdoor dining guide by Greenville food blogger Gap Creek Gourmet:   Best of Greenville's Outdoor Dining Scene

Live Greenville SC Guide - West End Boutiques

Just steps from the Swamp Rabbit Inn in downtown Greenville SC is the West End and some great shopping. We made this video of our boutique crawl through the West End. Follow our blog for more Downtown Greenville SC Guide videos and see Greenville through the eyes of a local. #bikeinnbikeout

Come visit Greenville SC and see what everyone's talking about. Stay with us and live like a local!

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