The hotel’s name comes from the historic Altamont Hotel. | Rendering by DLW Architects
The Inn at Altamont — a $60 million, 150,000-sqft, four-story, Marriott luxury boutique hotel — is planned for Paris Mountain + will boast views of northern Greenville County when it opens in 2030 (if all goes as planned).
Developers also teased a locals discount for TR residents. | Rendering by DLW Architects
Rendering by DLW Architects
Right now, the hotel is in the design phase. Developers want to annex the property so it’s in Travelers Rest + they hope that process will be complete by June so permitting can begin ahead of a 36-month construction timeline.
If you’d like to know more about the project, a public information session will take place Monday, Feb. 10 at 6 p.m. in Shaw Hall at Furman.
Movie Monday | 6 p.m. | Yee-Haw Brewing Co. | Free entry | Catch “The Waterboy” on the big screen.
Tuesday, Feb. 4
The Heart of Greenville | 6-7:30 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza | Free | Ava Laurenne Bride will unveil its latest designs under the stars.
“Hamilton” | Tuesday, Feb. 4-Sunday, Feb. 16 | Times vary | Peace Center | $89+ | Don’t miss your chance to be in the room where it happens for this award-winning Broadway show.
Wednesday, Feb. 5
Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA | 8:45-10 p.m. | The Radio Room | $37+ | Listen to arrangements of top hits from these groups under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Thursday, Feb. 6
Star Wars Trivia | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Golden Brown & Delicious | $7 | Dive deep into your knowledge of the prequel trilogy.
Friday, Feb. 7
Galentine’s Night Out | 6-8 p.m. | Sun and Soil Plant Parlor | Free entry | Enjoy a private shopping experience complete with a DIY floral bar, permanent jewelry, custom watercolor portraits, charcuterie, custom hats, and a Swoon Booksellers pop up.
Tuesday, Feb. 18
M&G ArtBreak Lunch & Lecture Series | 12-1:15 p.m. | Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University, Greenville | $6+ | Lunch and learn with the Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University, where Dr. Arthur Wheelock, a retired curator of the National Gallery, will examine the cultural impact of religious paintings.*
Miss Sue’s chicken salad + sweet potato cake are the cafe’s best sellers. | Photo by GVLtoday
Miss Sue — beloved employee of Brick Street Cafe — has officially retired after 30 years at the West End institution.
Known for her work ethic, famous chicken salad, and — of course — sweet potato cake, Miss Sue was the restaurant’s first employee. Touching so many people over the past three decades, it’s no surprise her retirement party at the cafe on Thursday, Jan. 30 was filled with love from the community, emotional speeches of gratitude, and delicious food.
As for what’s next, Miss Sue turns 94 this year + tells us she’ll be doing “a little of this and a little of that” in her newfound free time.
News Notes
News Notes
Development
A townhome development with 41 homes is proposed for the 3.5 acres between Paramount Park Baptist Church and the former Modal Hostel on Augusta Street. If approved, the townhomes by local developer Palmetto Alliance Property Group LLC will be priced between $800,000 and $900,000. (Upstate Business Journal)
Mansion Monday
The Ware House, a “one-of-a-kind architectural masterpiece” steps from Downtown Greenville is one of the last-approved three-story homes in Greenville. It boasts six bedrooms, six bathrooms, a media room, a third-floor patio with views of the mountains + modern conveniences like Sonos speaker integration, EV charging, and an elevator. Learn about the developer. (TOWN)
Watch
The tribe has spoken.Dr. Cedric McFadden, a Prisma Health Colorectal Surgeon, is headed to Fiji for “Survivor” season 48. He will try to outwit, outplay, outlast the other contestants to win $1,000,000. The season premieres Wednesday, Feb. 26.
Plan Ahead
Grateful Brew’s ultimate chili cook-off experience returns Sunday, March 2. The Meals on Wheels benefit features a chili tasting, beer from Allagash Brewing, sweets from Luna’s Bakehouse, and live music from Away Team Duo. Pro tip for those entering: Don’t drop the pot.
Travel
Greenville’s official 2025 Destination Guide is here + in print. Order the free annual publication from VisitGreenvilleSC. P.S. Have you checked out VisitGreenvilleSC’s brand new website?
Sports
Save the dates. The Greenville Triumph’s home schedule is here. The action kicks off Saturday, March 8, at Furman’s Paladin Stadium.
Show
Innovator. Icon. Rebel? Meet Charlie Chaplin portrayed by nationally recognized historical interpreter Jeremy Meier on Friday, Feb. 7 at Simpsonville Arts Center + Saturday, Feb. 8 at Wade Hampton High School. This free interactive show begins at 2 p.m. (but arrive early to grab a seat). Learn more.*
Home
Selling your home? Promote your listing where buyers will see it — right here in this newsletter (in as little as two days).
Correction
Autocorrect strikes again. Friday, we told you that GE Verona is investing $160 million to expand its Greenville plant. What we meant to say was GE Vernova.
Seasonal
Seasonal
Winter markets for shopping local
Shop local year-round. | Photo by GVLtoday
It may be peak winter, but you can still shop local at these farmers markets.
A four-pack of bamboo + glass jars — these 10-ounce containers are perfect for overnight oats, chia seed puddings, dressings, snacks, or anything else you want to prep and store.
In case you missed it, I stopped by Access Carolina on Friday for National Hot Chocolate Day. It’s never too late to celebrate. Have you checked all of my favorite spots off your list?