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Meet The Owners
Pontheolla Mack Abernathy
and Paul Abernathy
Coming from the small town of Bishopville, SC, and the large city of St. Louis, MO, Pontheolla and Paul were struck by Spartanburg’s small-town charm and big-city amenities. Upstate South Carolina has so much to offer business and vacation travelers.
The marriage between a radio newscaster and an Episcopal priest gives a depth of experience to hosting guests, as shown time and time again by guests’ reviews. “Hospitality is mutual,” they both exclaimed.
Farm life helped prepare Pontheolla for being the caretaker of Clevedale’s lush English gardens and age-old trees.
Both Paul and Pontheolla enjoy the kitchen and trade off preparing various Southern-inspired breakfast fare. Their love for the arts inspires many events held on the grounds.
This Upstate South Carolina hidden gem, which started as just a bed and breakfast, is becoming an event hub in Spartanburg.
Pontheolla’s favorite saying is “See you soon!”
Photo Credit: Keith Layne Photography
Our History
First named in the latter 19th century.
Clevedale, once a thriving 440 acre farm, was first named in the latter 19th century by Jesse Franklin Cleveland.
He was a descendant of the Cleveland family that traces its roots to a tract of land in North Riding of Yorkshire, England which produced such notables as Moses Cleaveland, the founder of Cleveland, Ohio, and Steven Grover Cleveland, the 22nd and 24th President of the United States.
The original dwelling, facing South, was built in the 1790s. Shortly before World War I in 1913, the current structure was razed as a wedding gift for Conrad Cleveland, Sr. and his wife, Louise. As the story goes, Louise disliked country living so much that a home in downtown Spartanburg was built and Clevedale became their vacation property.
Louise and Conrad had two children, Conrad Jr. and Elisabeth.The current homestead, of colonial design, is accented by stately pillars on the front portico. The outbuildings, especially the greenhouses, reflect the interest of Conrad Cleveland, Jr., who, among a variety of artistic avocational pursuits, was an avid horticulturist. Conrad, Jr., claimed Clevedale as his home from the mid-1940s until his death in 1985, after which the property was sold to the developer of Hawk Creek. Later, businessman Hugh Brown took ownership. In January 2012, Clevedale was purchased by Pontheolla Mack Abernathy and Paul Roberts Abernathy.
Upcoming Events
Run for the Roses: Kentucky Derby Party
Join us on May 3, 2025, starting at 5 PM for an unforgettable Derby Party at Clevedale Historic Inn and Gardens! Dress to impress with your best bowties, hats, and shoes while enjoying food, drinks, contests, a DJ, race viewing, and more.
Get ready for a night of fun—Run for the Roses style!
GardenArts Festival
Join us on May 31, 2025, from 10 AM to 4 PM for a day filled with art, music, and community! Enjoy 25+ local artists, delicious food, beer, wine, permanent jewelry, and more—all with free admission!
We’ve added something special to our GardenArts Festival—the talented guitar duo, Bryan Ashley Jones and Melanie Jean, will take the Clevedale Portico stage, bringing toe-tapping music to enliven the festival.
Plus, enter for a chance to win a ticket to an event of your choice at Clevedale Historic Inn and Gardens or a stunning piece of artwork from the festival.
Don’t miss this fun-filled day—we can’t wait to see you there!
”Hospitality is Mutual.
Pontheolla Mack Abernathy and Paul AbernathyOwners of Clevedale Inn
