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Western Nc

Western NC (WNC) is the portion of North Carolina that spans the beautiful Appalachian Mountains. With over 11,000 square miles of coverage, this area is known to attract people from all parts of the country to enjoy the outdoors, award-winning food, and communities that immediately feel like home.

Lake keowee

Lake Keowee is an 18,000-acre lake located in South Carolina in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is about 800 feet deep with over 300 miles of shoreline. This man-made reservoir was created to serve the needs of Duke Energy and public recreational purposes. Today Lake Keowee is a popular relocation and retirement destination.

Area Attractions

Western NC has something for everyone. You can spend an afternoon exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway with awe-inspiring overlooks and finish your day with a traditional BBQ dinner.
Some of the most popular things to do here in Western NC include visiting the Biltmore Estate - America’s largest private home - where you can tour the home, gardens, and winery. The Pisgah National Forest offers a number of hiking trails and waterfalls that you can enjoy with your family.  You’re in proximity to adventure over to Boone for skiing and snowboarding during the winter months. Shopping, breweries, and culture are at your fingertips! You’ll never run out of things to do.

Area Attractions

Lake Keowee is a nature lover’s paradise. You won’t find lots of manufactured entertainment here. Instead, there are educational family activities and entertainment options that heavily incorporate the history and nature of Lake Keowee.
Some of the most popular things to do here at Lake Keowee include: waterfalls, hiking paths, several outdoor recreation options, South Carolina Botanical Gardens (including a Butterfly Garden and an Arboretum), Walhalla State Fish Hatchery, and the Oconee Station State Historical Site

Proximity to Cities & Airports

Western NC is located near several major cities, including:
Greenville, SC (64 miles)
Charlotte, NC (125 miles)
Raleigh-Durham (247 miles)
Charleston, SC (240 miles)
Atlanta, GA (208 miles)
Augusta, GA (183 miles)
Savannah, GA (312 miles)
If traveling to Western NC by air, the Asheville Regional Airport is located in Fletcher, North Carolina with a large number of connecting flights from larger cities. The Greenville/Spartanburg International Airport is located an hour away from Asheville and the Charlotte/Douglas International airport is two hours.

Proximity to Cities & Airports

Lake Keowee is located near several major cities, including:
Charleston, SC (250 miles)
Columbia, SC (136 miles)
Greenville, SC (35 miles)
Charlotte, NC (127 miles)
Raleigh-Durham (269 miles)
Atlanta, GA (145 miles)
Augusta, GA (135 miles)
Savannah, GA (247 miles)
If traveling to Lake Keowee by air, Greenville/Spartanburg International Airport is located 51 miles east of Lake Keowee. It is the nearest commercial airport. Clemson-Oconee County Airport and Pickens County Airport are the closest general aviation airports.

Reasons to chose ICR Homes

When you and your family have made the decision to build your very own custom-home, you’re also choosing to invest in a team of expert builders and designers. From picking a unique floorplan, to constructing your turn-key home, ICR Construction has the skills and expertise to bring your family’s vision into a reality. Our team of trusted contractors bring craftsmanship and care to each custom project. Home is where the heart is – we just turn the key.

  • Clear & Up-front Estimates
    At ICR we pride ourselves in providing clear and up-front estimates for our clients. We are happy to sit down with you and go through each detail so that there are no surprises - big or small. An honest estimate empowers you, as the client, to make informed decisions while creating a home that reflects your individual wants and needs. This requires ongoing communication between builder and homeowner and we consider this collaboration to be foundational in crafting an exceptional home for you and your family.
  • Quality Control
    In partnership with ICR Service Group, ICR Construction excels when it comes to quality control. We have the resources to manage our own HVAC, electrical, plumbing services, and more - all in house! This eliminates the back and forth between navigating other service providers. You won’t have to worry because our crew of experienced tradesmen are well-trained to execute nearly any project to help our clients achieve their goals. From construction to plumbing to electrical, ICR Construction provides quality services that will make a long-term difference.
  • One-Stop Shop
    From start to finish, ICR is your one-stop shop in creating your custom-home from scratch. You’ll have the ability to pick out your floorplan and then choose custom designs and features that will highlight your individual tastes and preferences. From there, you will work with our team on a construction agreement that will be a vital part in providing you with 100% satisfaction throughout the project. Owner Ben Belue likes to say, “If you don’t know where to start, start here.” ICR will be your first and last stop because we will take care of everything in between to get you to your end goal.
  • Personal Touch & Customer Service
    For our team, each client of ICR Construction reflects that of a personal connection and relationship. The construction process allows both the builder and the customer to get to know one another well - and fast! We will take the time to truly understand you and your family. Our belief is that through fostering this type of partnership, you will find yourself in a home that reflects those values, as well. Customer service means responding to your questions, concerns, and desires in a timely manner. Our words will match our actions. That’s a promise.
  • Commitment
    No matter what stage you may find yourself in, ICR Construction can and will help. We are committed to providing you service that you can’t find anywhere else. You don’t have to have all the answers and we’re here to assist you and your family through the journey of finding the perfect home for you. We count it our privilege to meet you where you’re at. The idea of taking on custom-home construction doesn’t have to be an overwhelming one - especially with ICR Construction. Give us a call, share your story, and rest-easy knowing that our years of experience and expertise will guide you where you want to be. Home.

Featured Reviews

Mike J. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Ben and the ICR team are building my home for me right now. I enjoy that Ben is a personable builder. He really takes the time to listen to the objectives you have and then sees them through. He’s very flexible at taking the architectural plan and then making adjustments to truly make it your own custom home. ICR has made the home-building process seamless.

Heath D. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I previously worked with ICR through various commercial projects. My experience went so well that I called on them to remodel my dad’s home. Ben and his team were able to manage the entire remodel from start to finish. ICR has become a one-stop shop for me from home, commercial, to industrial projects.

Bill A. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

ICR has worked with me on a number of construction projects and their quality of work has been exceptional. I would recommend ICR to anyone that needs a full-service construction company.