Restaurant Paradise: Whether you’re looking for a quick bite from one of the familiar favorites that line Route 25 or you’re hitting Main Street to try something completely unique, Travelers Rest is packed with delicious restaurant options. Tacos, pizza, sushi, chicken—whatever you crave, you won’t need to go far!
The home of Furman University, Travelers Rest features a classic main street with a quaint old town feel and access to the Swamp Rabbit Trail. This quintessential mountain town just north of Greenville is located only 25 minutes from Hendersonville, North Carolina, and just 45 minutes from Asheville, North Carolina.
Key Features
Furman University: Furman, the oldest private university in South Carolina, has been educating liberal arts students for almost 200 years. Don your finest purple and cheer on the Paladins or relax with a stroll through campus, which has been listed as one of the most beautiful in America.
Nest Picks
Monkey Wrench Smokehouse
Barbecue is a true Southern tradition, and at Monkey Wrench Smokehouse, they take it seriously. Try the perfectly smoked pork, chicken, or ribs, or dig into succulent sides like fries finished with house-smoked salt and decadent baked mac and cheese. Save room for banana pudding!
Tandem Creperie and Coffeehouse
Tandem believes in bringing people together through the medium of sweet and savory crepes and sustainable, amazing coffee. From the stunning coffee art to the colorful crepe creations, everything looks as good as it tastes!
Carolina Honey Bee Company
If you’re interested in beekeeping, or just love fresh honey, Carolina Honey Bee Company needs to be on your list of places to check out. Here you’ll find pure honey, cosmetics, beekeeping essentials—and even live bees, if you want to start your own hive!