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Meet The Inn at Altamont

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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).

Local developers, The Divine Group, are partnering with Marriott International on the property that will feature:
  • 150 rooms (at ~$275 per night)
  • Farm-to-table rooftop restaurant and bar
  • Resort-style pool
  • Spa
  • Banquet hall
  • Event lawn
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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.
More about the project

Asked

What element of this new resort are you most excited about?

A. The design + mountain views
B. The farm-to-table rooftop restaurant
C. The spa and resort-style pool
Share your opinion

Events

Monday, Feb. 3

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.*
Events calendar here
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Greenvillian

Celebrating Miss Sue

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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

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.
The Messina Group

Seasonal

Winter markets for shopping local

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Shop local year-round. | Photo by GVLtoday
It may be peak winter, but you can still shop local at these farmers markets.

Greenville State Farmers Market | Monday-Saturday, year-round | 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • Features: Locally-grown products and specialty goods
  • Parking: Free lot
  • Space: Mostly indoors
Travelers Rest Farmers Market | Saturdays, Feb. 8 + March 8 | 12-3 p.m.
  • Features: 60+ farmers and vendors
  • Parking: Free parking in the Trailblazer Park lot
  • Space: Outdoors
Greer Farmers Market | Sundays, Feb. 9, March 9, April 13 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Features: Local vendors + weekly themes
  • Parking: Parking with shuttle services available around the city
  • Space: Outdoors
The Toasty Farmer | Saturdays, November through March | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Features: Local goods
  • Parking: Some street parking
  • Space: Indoors
The Frosty Farmer | Saturdays, January through April | 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Features: 100+ vendors and family-friendly activities
  • Parking: Lot
  • Space: Indoors
Bookmark this for all seasons

The Buy

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.
More worth The Buy

The Wrap

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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?

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