Preplanned Itineraries

It’s no secret that there is more to do in our corner of South Carolina than you could fit in a day, a weekend, or even a whole week. If you’re visiting with your loved one, our goal is to make sure that you find rest and relaxation in whatever form you desire. From yoga and massages on property to adventure hikes or horseback riding, we’ve provided a sample itinerary to help you map out an amazing day with your significant other. Don’t forget to check out our Upstate Adventurer Passport for even more activity, food, and drink ideas.

If you’re looking to get away from the property for a day and experience a little more of the Upstate, there are plenty of activities available for couples. We’ve outline activities within a two-hour drive, each of the cities mentioned having much more to do as well. If you decide on a destination city, we recommend checking out their local tourism board for more activities and information. Don’t forget, too, our Upstate Adventurer Passport, for more activities in the area.

Greenville’s beer scene has been steadily growing since Thomas Creek first opened back in the 1990s. Now, there are over a dozen breweries – with more on the way – serving up delicious beers of all different styles. We recommend starting the day with a hearty breakfast at Restaurant 17 while you review your itinerary for the day. Then, we recommend a tour day of 3-4 breweries, allotting travel time between breweries as well as an 1-1.5 hours at each to enjoy a tasting flight.

Located just 30 minutes north of Hotel Domestique, Hendersonville – “The City of Four Seasons” is a city with charm, character, and breweries! While it does not have the same number as Greenville or Asheville, there are a number of other breweries nearby that offer an even greater variety when choosing where to go. We recommend starting the day with a hearty breakfast at Restaurant 17 while you review your itinerary for the day. Then, we recommend a tour day of 3-4 breweries, allotting travel time between breweries as well as an 1-1.5 hours at each to enjoy a tasting flight.

Often called Beer City, USA, Asheville is one of the hubs for craft beer on the east coast. Boasting dozens of breweries (there are over 25 within city limits alone), there is no way to visit all of them in a day or even a week. We’ve only listed 15 of the breweries within city limits (and one outside), so for more information check out the Asheville Brewers Alliance, www.avlbrewers.com. We recommend starting the day with a hearty breakfast at Restaurant 17 while you review your itinerary for the day. Then, we recommend a tour day of 3-4 breweries, allotting travel time between breweries as well as an 1-1.5 hours at each to enjoy a tasting flight.

Over the last few years, Greenville has become recognized around the world as a destination for food lovers. No matter what kind of food you enjoy, you’re bound to find it in Greenville, being made by award-winning chefs and up-and-comers alike. Below, we’ve highlighted some options for both the Traveler’s Rest/ Greenville area as well as the Hendersonville/Asheville area. These are by no means the only restaurants in the area, merely jumping off points to create your own foodie adventure. You can find many more restaurants on the Visit Greenville website, the Hendersonville website, or the Explore Asheville website.

Over the last few years, Greenville has become recognized around the world as a destination for food lovers. No matter what kind of food you enjoy, you’re bound to find it in Greenville, being made by award-winning chefs and up-and-comers alike. Below, we’ve highlighted some options for both the Traveler’s Rest/ Greenville area as well as the Hendersonville/Asheville area. These are by no means the only restaurants in the area, merely jumping off points to create your own foodie adventure. You can find many more restaurants on the Visit Greenville website, the Hendersonville website, or the Explore Asheville website.

The Upstate is known as a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure-seekers. Whether you’re looking to take a hike to see some waterfalls, go tubing or kayaking on one of the many waterways, or engage in even more adventurous activities, you will surely find many available options within driving distance of Hotel Domestique. Here, we’ve included both indoor and outdoor activities.

 We’ve included the major parks in the area with some of their most popular trails. We highly recommend downloading the AllTrails app before heading out on your hike. It is one of the most comprehensive guides for hiking available and includes maps, elevation, weather, and more. Below, we’ve include how far away the park is from Hotel Domestique, the level of trail, how long the trail is, and an estimated time to complete.

No matter your children’s ages, the Greenville area is home to plenty of activities to fill a day, a weekend, or even a week. From museums to hiking, no matter what you’re looking for, you’ll find it in the Upstate. Our guide features a mix of indoor and outdoor, free and paid activities. Depending on the age of your children, some of these activities may be better suited than others, and we’ve tried to include offerings that appeal to a variety of ages.

While states like California, Washington, and Oregon are known around the world for their wineries and vineyards, the Upstate of South Carolina and Western North Carolina are home to many wonderful wineries as well. Spread throughout the region (with the highest concentration in and around the Hendersonville, NC area), the wineries of the area serve up a wide variety of wines, ensuring that every type of wine drinker will feel welcome.