Bed and Breakfast In Greenville SC Owner on Morning Minutes With Mike Giordano

When Wendy Lynam purchased the property at 1 Logan Street in Greenville, SC in 2013 she had no intention of opening a bed and breakfast in Greenville SC. The idea to open a bike friendly guest house came to her one day as she was standing on the front porch of the property and looked out and saw cyclists on the Swamp Rabbit Trail just across the street. That is how the story starts ... Listen to how Wendy got her inspiration to open the Swamp Rabbit Inn and build a lodging business that caters to cyclists and now has 2 inns and 6 vacation rentals and is about to expand even further with a major announcement planned for September of 2018.

The Swamp Rabbit Inn and properties has two inns on the Swamp Rabbit Trail, a 20+ mile paved bike path connecting downtown Greenville SC with downtown Travelers Rest SC.  So many great restaurants, breweries, shops and parks have popped up along the trail making this a great destination ride perfect for all levels of cyclists.  Greenville SC has some of the best riding in the United States and we show you how to get the most out of your stay with us with restaurant recommendations and lots of great suggestions.  We even offer bike rentals in downtown Greenville.

The original Swamp Rabbit Inn has six guest rooms, all with private baths, and is furnished entirely in IKEA.  We have now expanded our bed and bike concept into Travelers Rest 10 miles up the Swamp Rabbit Trail and have opened our second inn with 8 rooms and a vintage camper to rent.  Ditch your car in our parking lot and walk or bike to everything during your stay.  Plan your bike getaway to visit Greenville SC, a cosmopolitan Southern City and Travelers Rest SC, a hip mountain town.  Both are foodie and craft beer paradise with so many great options to choose from!

Book your stay at our bed and breakfast in downtown Greenville SC or Travelers Rest SC.  Book a room or the whole inn and check out our vacation rentals too.  We have the Swamp Rabbit Lodge that sleeps 24 singles and is perfect for teams or training camps.  See why the pros retire and train here and come explore cycling in Greenville SC!  And no, you do not have to be a cyclist to stay with us!!

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Swamp Rabbit Inn Travelers Rest SC Mentioned in Atlanta Magazine

Ten Favorite Mountain Towns in the South - Atlanta Magazine

The Swag Rising between the Eastern seaboard and the Midwestern plains, the Appalachian Mountains house an embarrassment of riches. Rolling vineyards. Stunning vistas. Charming town squares. Selecting a mere ten communities from its southern portion, which spans the Blue Ridge, Great Smoky, and Cumberland ranges, was a daunting task.

Truck Inn Tuesday Kicks Off It’s 2018 Season

SWAMP RABBIT INN IN DOWNTOWN GREENVILLE KICKS OFF TRUCK INN TUESDAYS ON MAY 8, 2018 Swamp Rabbit Inn and Properties kicks off it’s fourth Truck Inn Tuesday season at their downtown Greenville location at 1 Logan Street in the West End. The monthly local block party will be held on the second Tuesday of the month from May - August from 6pm - 9pm and will feature local musicians performing their original work and covers throughout the Summer. There will be food trucks, craft beer and wine, our signature Frose’ and local vendors and makers set up at the events. Bring your chairs, kids, pets but no coolers please.

Here is the 2018 Truck Inn Tuesday Lineup:

Truck Inn Tuesday

May 8

6-9

GVL Inn

Automatic Taco

Rockabilly Rouges

Truck Inn Tuesday

June 12

6-9

GVL Inn

Automatic Taco

Randimonium Band

Truck Inn Tuesday

July 10

6-9

GVL Inn

Automatic Taco

Rush Morgan

Truck Inn Tuesday

August 14

6-9

GVL Inn

Automatic Taco

As Is

Swamp Rabbit Inn and Properties started with the flagship six bedroom inn at 1 Logan Street in downtown Greenville, SC in 2014 and has expanded opening the Swamp Rabbit Inn TR in March of 2017 and six other properties along the Swamp Rabbit Trail offering short term lodging options

and a local experience right on the Swamp Rabbit Trail.

Owner, Wendy Lynam, shares a love of live music and and has collaborated with several Local Green musicians at the Truck Inn Tuesday events offered at the Swamp Rabbit Inn. The Swamp Rabbit Inn TR is a great location for individual room rentals and larger groups as it offers plenty of parking and a pool. Our new location is perfect for Furman families and travelers wanting a hip mountain town stay close to the best cycling and hiking in the Upstate. “We like to showcase our other properties by inviting the public into our space with fun events like Truck Inn Tuesdays and the Swamp Rabbit Music Fest” Lynam explains.

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For more information visit our Facebook Events and advance tickets for our music fest in September visit http://www.swamprabbitinn.com or call 864-517-4617 or email swamprabbitinn@gmail.com

Greenville, SC and Swamp Rabbit Inn Featured in VegWorld Magazine May Issue

When we receive an email from The Sparkle Boss, Taryn Scher, for Visit Greenville SC we always say YES and beautiful things happen like this wonderful article in VegWorld Magazine by our guest Robin Tierney!  We were thrilled to have her stay at our modern, bicycle friendly bed and breakfast in downtown Greenville, SC!  #yeahTHATgreenville #TravelersRestHere #bikeinnbikeout VegWorld Magazine

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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.

Swamp Rabbit Music Fest is This Weekend At Our New Inn In Travelers Rest, SC

The second annual Swamp Rabbit Music Festival is quickly approaching this weekend and we have a lot of promotion going on to build excitement.  Check out this appearance on WYFF this past weekend with Myra Ruiz where we cover everything from Kringle to Feed and Seed and biking on the Swamp Rabbit Trail.

So many reasons to visit Greenville, SC and Travelers Rest and we look forward to welcoming everyone into our new inn in Travelers Rest for our first event at the new location.

Bring your blankets and chairs and kick back for some great music, food and beverages under the stars at the Swamp Rabbit Inn TR!  Get your tickets here.

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Local Green and Swamp Rabbit Inn and Properties are joining forces to throw a music festival combining area musicians and original songs at the new Swamp Rabbit Inn TR, located in downtown Travelers Rest at 426 S. Main Street, Travelers Rest, SC 29690.  The music festival will be held on September 9 from 5pm - 10pm and will feature local songwriters performing their original work throughout the day.  There will be food trucks, craft beer and wine and local vendors and makers.  Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door and $5 for students.  Free parking is available on site and attendees are encouraged to bike up to the event on the Swamp Rabbit Trail.  Proceeds from the event will benefit  the Local Green musicians and Feed & Seed a non-profit organized to facilitate the local food movement.

Local Green is a homegrown organization bringing together upstate musicians, songwriters, artisans, culinary adventurers, and visual artists. The collective was founded by musicians based in Greenville, SC and Asheville, NC. Now entering its third year, Local Green strives to support earnest and unique artists from the upstate, Asheville, and Charleston areas.  From singer-songwriters playing their own, original material to large-ensemble dance parties, from local festivals to an ongoing podcast series, Local Green aims to highlight some of the musical talent active in the region. This largely informal network helps to assist and support its member artists as they develop their musical and personal selves.

Swamp Rabbit Inn and Properties started with the flagship six bedroom inn at 1 Logan Street in downtown Greenville, SC and has expanded opening the Swamp Rabbit Inn TR in March of 2017 and six other properties along the Swamp Rabbit Trail offering short term lodging options and a local experience.  Owner, Wendy Lynam, shares a love of live music and and has collaborated with several Local Green musicians at the Truck Inn Tuesday events offered at the Swamp Rabbit Inn.  The Swamp Rabbit Inn TR is a great location for individual room rentals and larger groups as it offers plenty of parking and a pool.  Our new location is perfect for Furman families and travelers wanting a hip mountain town stay close to the best cycling and hiking in the Upstate.  “We like to showcase our other properties by inviting the public into our space with fun events like the Swamp Rabbit Music Fest” Lynam explains.

Music starts at 5:00 PM and will feature short, but energetic sets by these local musicians:

5:00-5:30 - Doug Jones / Simple Syrup 5:35-6:05 - Lesley Diane 6:10-6:40 - Hillary Keane 6:50-7:20 - LOZ 7:30-8 - Jillian Sprague 8:10-8:40 - Mark Dye 8:50-9:20 - Rush 9:30-10 - Lindsay Holler

This is a family friendly, pet friendly event and will go on rain or shine!  Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and set up on the front lawn to hang out and listen to some great local musicians all day and into the night.  Parking at United Bank, street parking and at Trailblazer Park.

In The Know Upstate Interview

For more information and advance tickets visit http://www.swamprabbitinn.com or call 864-517-4617 or email swamprabbitinn@gmail.com

Inns: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/2r3rwi4umpwv5nk/AAAEDM8xFcUJy1_QdALvlIqZa?dl=0

Music Fest: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/gu8zwy55fmpxy2l/AABda2QAQFZ2DbZ4FGXcQk2Ia?dl=0

Video shot recently at the inn:  https://youtu.be/Zt9oTPzRkVI   and   https://youtu.be/Zt9oTPzRkVI

#SRMF17 New location, same great spirit.  Hope to see you there!!

Swamp Rabbit Inn in Downtown Greenville SC Featured by SC Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism

Thanks to @Discover_SC for their visit to the Swamp Rabbit Inn in downtown Greenville, SC and for the great feature article on their website www.discoversouthcarolina.com. We have some beautiful parks, trails, beaches and destinations in our beautiful state of South Carolina and we are so honored to be featured on their site! Check out the article here and come visit Greenville and book your stay at one of our properties today! #bikeinnbikeout

Cool, Comfortable and Convenient, the Swamp Rabbit Inn Makes It Easy to Hop on the Swamp Rabbit Trail

Find must-see attractions and long-distance travel resources, including visa information, regional overviews and tour operator credentials.

Call 864-517-4617 or visit our website at www.swamprabbitinn.com to book your stay with us!

Swamp Rabbit Inn Q&A With Bill Clevlen Author of "100 Things to Do in America Before You Die"

It's that time of year to search out a great Summer read and plan some cool trips with the family!  Check out this new book from Bill Clevlen "100 Things to Do in America Before You Die".  Greenville, SC is mentioned in his book and specifically our beautiful Falls Park.  Yes, Greenville has a waterfall with a suspension bridge, The Liberty Bridge, in the middle of our lively, cosmopolitan downtown! During his book launch he visited downtown Greenville, SC and we had the pleasure of hosting him at the Swamp Rabbit Inn.  Bill and I met on Twitter (@ontheroadwithbc) and I had invited him to come check out the inn the next time he was coming through Greenville.  I have met some of the coolest people on Twitter and then in real life.  It's pretty amazing!!  I digress ...

Anyway, here is the Q&A between Bill and I during his trip to downtown Greenville, SC.  Hope you enjoy and check out his book and book a room at the Swamp Rabbit Inn if you want to get started knocking off that list this Summer! Rent a bike at the Bike Shed at the Swamp Rabbit Inn and hop on the Swamp Rabbit Trail and ride right past the waterfall and bridge at Falls Park.  We even have bike baskets if you want to pack a picnic!  #bikeinnbikeout

Q&A x10 - Greenville's Swamp Rabit Inn

Greenville, South Carolina is one of my favorite cities! When the opportunity came up to make a return visit, of course, I jumped at the chance! The people of Greenville are super friendly, there must be 200 places to wine and dine downtown and of course - the stunning Falls Park is worth the visit on its own.

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Chefs Cycle Dinner For No Kid Hungry at the Swamp Rabbit Inn TR With Chef Kramer of Jianna Restaurant in Downtown Greenville, SC

Have you heard of Jianna Restaurant that opened this Spring in lovely, downtown Greenville, SC?  Chef Michael Kramer has done some amazing pop up dinners at the Swamp Rabbit Inn & Properties and we are a BIG fan of his culinary talents.  Not only is this man talented as a chef and cyclist but also a big supporter of Chefs Cycle for No Kid Hungry feeding kids in America.  Please watch this video from our dinner at the new Swamp Rabbit Inn TR and learn more about Chefs Cycle for No Kid Hungry.

Donate today to Chefs Cycle for No Kid Hungry!  Please share this video!

Honored to Be Mentioned as "The Most Unique Hotel In South Carolina" by Only In Your State

We absolutely LOVE it when our guests are delighted with their experience at our properties!  We were honored to have the Swamp Rabbit Inn in downtown Greenville mentioned as the "Most Unique Hotel in South Carolina".  Thanks for helping us spread the word and sharing your reviews and photos out there!  Here is the article from Only in Your State:

This Is The Most Unique Hotel In South Carolina And You'll Definitely Want To Visit

South Carolina is home to some amazing places to take a mini-staycation like these summer cottages on the Charleston Harbor and this luxury treehouse in Walhalla. Here's another one to add to the list.

  [Tweet "Stay at the "Most Unique Hotel in South Carolina""] Book your stay today at the Swamp Rabbit Inn & Properties!  #bikeinnbikeout

Swamp Rabbit Inn Weekly Video - May 1, 2017

Welcome to our very first weekly video post.  We'll take you a behind the scenes to look at what's going on at the Swamp Rabbit Inn & Properties and in Greenville and Travelers arest, SC.

Take a look at the Swamp Rabbit Inn, hotel alternative and coolest B and B in downtown Greenville, SC and Travelers Rest, SC at both ends of the Swamp Rabbit Trail.  #bikeinnbikeout

Upcoming Events

Blessing of the Bikes

May 6, 10am, M Judson Booksellers, ride to follow

First Truck Inn Tuesday of the Season

May 9, 6-9pm, Automatic Taco & Local Green Family Band, 1 Logan Street, Greenville, SC (Swamp Rabbit Inn parking lot) Free, open to the Public, family friendly & pet friendly

Chefs Cycle Dinner with Michael Kramer

May 22,  6:30 pm, Swamp Rabbit Inn TR, 426 S. Main Street, Travelers Rest, SC seating limited to 12 guests, dinner prepared by Jianna Chef, Michael Kramer to benefit Chefs Cycle No Kid Hungry

Call 864-517-4617 to reserve your seat

Mark your calendar for the 2nd Annual Swamp Rabbit Music Festival September 9, 2017.

Hope to see you soon!

Our New Location, Swamp Rabbit TR, Mentioned in the Upstate Business Journal

This week we had the pleasure of talking with reporter Rudolph Bell with the Upstate Business Journal and appreciate the mention on their website!

Swamp Rabbit Inn opening sister location in Travelers Rest - Upstate Business Journal

Add a European-style inn to the businesses that have blossomed in Travelers Rest along the Greenville Health System Swamp Rabbit Trail. Wendy Lynam, owner of the successful Swamp Rabbit Inn near the trail in downtown Greenville, is launching a sister inn near the trail in downtown Travelers Rest.

Swamp Rabbit Inn TR Mentioned By TR Tribune

Thank you to the TR Tribune for mentioning our new location, the Swamp Rabbit Inn TR at 426 S. Main Street, Travelers Rest, SC right on the Swamp Rabbit Trail, a 21 mile paved bike trail from Greenville, SC to Travelers Rest, SC.  

Greenville-based Swamp Rabbit Inn & Properties buys Magnolia Inn in Travelers Rest

TRAVELERS REST, S.C. - Swamp Rabbit Inn & Properties has purchased the Magnolia Inn in downtown Travelers Rest, adding to it's collection of bike-friendly hotel alternatives along the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Located at 426 S. Main St., the property will operate as The Swamp Rabbit Inn TR, according to proprietor Wendy Lynam.

Swamp Rabbit Inn to Host Jianna POP Up Dinner on January 26, 2017

Please consider joining us on Thursday, January 26, 2017 for a very special evening with Chef Michael Kramer about to open the much anticipated - Jianna Restaurant - in downtown Greenville in 2017!   Use code JIANNA at time of booking to get 10% off room rates 1/26/17 - 1/28/17 and make a weekend of it in lovely downtown Greenville, SC!

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Swamp Rabbit Inn and Properties Buys the Magnolia Inn in Travelers Rest, SC

For Immediate Release

January 16, 2017, Travelers Rest, SC - The Swamp Rabbit Inn and Properties buys the Magnolia Inn in downtown Travelers Rest, SC to add to it's collection of bike-friendly hotel alternatives along the Swamp Rabbit Trail.

The Magnolia Inn has been operating in Travelers Rest since 2008 and includes a main house with three guest rooms, a full kitchen, dining room and living room. In addition to the main house is a coach house, a studio and a two bedroom cottage. There is also an RV/tiny house pad equipped with water, electricity and hi-speed internet. All guests can enjoy the pool area, gazebo, and beautiful grounds. The entire complex accommodates up to 16 people.

The property will operate as The Swamp Rabbit Inn TR and is located at 426 S. Main Street in the vibrant, trendy town of Travelers Rest. Just a few steps from the Swamp Rabbit Trail and many new restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, a craft brewery, farmers market, and outdoor concerts, guests will have many great options right out the front door.

Located in the Upstate of South Carolina, Travelers Rest is close to Greenville, SC and Furman, North Greenville and Clemson University. Guests can rent bikes on site or bring their own to ride all the world class cycling routes in the area. The Upstate is an outdoor lovers paradise with abundant trails, waterfalls, lakes and mountains.

In 2014, Wendy Lynam opened the first Swamp Rabbit Inn in downtown Greenville at 1 Logan Street catering to visitors and business travelers looking for an affordable, more relaxed alternative to a hotel. She has since added five more vacation rentals along the trail and the former Magnolia Inn will be the sixth in the collection of fresh and funky, IKEA adorned properties. "Many of our guests come here to cycle and explore the area's beautiful outdoor amenities by day and all the great restaurant and entertainment options by night. I have set up the properties to appeal to cyclists coming to enjoy our fabulous 21 mile Swamp Rabbit Trail the gateway to some of the best cycling in the Country."

There will be a big Estate Sale at the Magnolia Inn this Thursday, January 19 - 21, from 10 - 2 each day. 

To learn more about our new property, the Swamp Rabbit Inn TR or to book a room visit www.swamprabbitinntr.com or for our complete list of properties visit www.swamprabbitinn.com #bikeinnbikeout

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Contact Information:

Wendy Lynam, Owner

swamprabbitinn@gmail.com

864-517-4617

Press Kit 

 

Check out this Rad Video from @PivotCycle and @PinkBike Filmed in Greenville, SC and the Swamp Rabbit Lodge

This Fall these dudes stayed at the Swamp Rabbit Lodge and rode Paris Mountain #Cranksgiving

An Autumn Adventure in the Southeast - Video - Pinkbike

The Pivot-Reynolds enduro team is comprised of three guys, from three very different parts of the country, and with three distinctive riding styles. 2016 was a decidedly mixed bag for the three amigos.

We cater to cyclists. Check out our properties at www.swamprabbitinn.com and come ride in Greenville, SC. #bikeinnbikeout

"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.

Some Greenville Love From NY Magazine Article "Cycling Through New Greenville"

The Swamp Rabbit Inn was thrilled to be featured by New York Magazine in travel feature article by Blane Bachelor.  We really enjoyed Blane's visit and stay with us at the Swamp Rabbit Inn.  If you are looking for an alternative to a hotel in downtown Greenville SC please consider staying with us.  Live like a local and walk to everything Greenville has to offer!Cycle Through the New Greenville

We Visited Studio 62 and Chatted with Jamarcus Gaston About Our Holiday Hop at the the Swamp Rabbit Inn December 10 From 4-7

Take a break from the mall, the big box stores this holiday shopping season and shop local and have a fun time at the Swamp Rabbit Inn's holiday open house, Holiday Hop, this Thursday, December 10, from 4-7.   We will have local makers set up in each room at the inn and some local live music and holiday spirits.

Here is a clip from our visit with, Jamarcus Gaston, on Studio 62.  Jackie did a great job talking about the event and the inn and our vacation rentals on the show.  Watch now!

Here is a list of the makers that will be set up at our Holiday Hop:

Circa Doughnut

Dark Corner Distillery

Larue Fine Chocolate

Statice Florals

Slab Guild

Red Clay Soap

Tiny House Big Farm

Greenville Goods

Leandra Hill Metalworks

Modern Forestry Candles

The Bike Shed at Swamp Rabbit Inn

We will have live music by our favorite country crooner and soon to be Nashville bound - John Stanislowski.

Can't make it to our event?  You can shop the Bike Shed online for unique Greenville and Swamp Rabbit gifts and we will be happy to ship for you.  The Bike Shed is also open Friday - Monday from 9-5 for your last minute gift needs and for bike rentals to get some fresh air and enjoy the Swamp Rabbit Trail.

Have some extra family coming into town?  We would be happy to lodge them for you at the Swamp Rabbit Inn and our vacation rental properties.  Check our website for availability!  Swamp Rabbit Inn gift certificates and bike rental gift certificates are also available and make great gifts.  Email us at swamprabbitinn@gmail.com to set up a gift package.

Give the gift of cycling and send a copy of our guidebook, "Cycling Greenville SC" with 20 great bike rides around Greenville.  Copies of the book are also sold at many local bike shops and retailers in Greenville.

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