The hotel will be managed by Exeter, New Hampshire based Hay Creek Hotels. Hay Creek was chosen by Hartness because of their proven passion to provide superior service and inspire excitement within the small, independent hotel sector. These values are driven by the idea that the best hotels are ones that draw on the spirit, culture and character of their locales. Hay Creek believes that unique, authentic and locally inspired experiences are key to a well-traveled life. Founded in 2005, Hay Creek Hotels was created specifically to combine the intimacy of a boutique hotel with world-class cuisine, cutting-edge technology, unparalleled guest service and the exclusive amenities of a luxury inn. Hotel Hartness will represent Hay Creek’s first property in the Upstate of South Carolina.

The 69 room suites in the main hotel and the 4 distinctive spa suites will be finely appointed in a fresh and modern motif, offering several different configurations designed to appeal to a wide variety of audiences, including business travelers, families and couples seeking a romantic weekend retreat.

In addition to the guest rooms, the hotel will include two levels of meeting and conference space, featuring a variety of indoor and outdoor venues that can be customized for weddings and small to medium sized events as well as a large ballroom that can host up to 300 people.