The first thing to understand about Reynolds Lake Oconee, a major lakefront development in the Southeast, is its sheer size. Roughly the size of Manhattan, it spans 12,000 acres and covers 25 percent of Lake Oconee's shoreline. Within this expansive community, residents enjoy unparalleled access to a myriad of water sports. But that's just the beginning. This outdoor sanctuary features seven world-class golf courses, one for each day of the week. These luxurious amenities are complemented by five marinas and his six golf clubhouses, making it an attractive attraction for future residents. But what sets Reynolds Lake Oconee apart is its community spirit, fostering multigenerational bonds among its residents.
David Short, senior vice president at Reynolds Lake Oconee, has seen this magnetic force in action for years. “We have property owners from 48 states here, and while the golf and amenities on the lake are definitely an attraction, we have evolved greatly over the past 10 years and offer so many activities and activities. I am. 4,000 members, no worries Are you meeting someone? Will they like me? As soon as people come here, they evaporate. ”
You don't have to be a golfer or a pontoon boat owner. “We have a group called the Suzanne Club. They're just women with variations on their names: Susie, Susan, Susanna. Their main charter is to get together once a month and drink great wine. That’s all,” Short says.
Reynolds Lake Oconee caters to lifelong learners on-site with a “Linger Longer Living” series, weekly cultural lifestyle experiences such as stories about Duke Ellington, conversations about Georgia's pristine prairies, and special guest chefs on Sundays. carpentry cooking classes, etc.). .
As more young families settle in, the lake's entertainment programming has also evolved, which has been a boon for music lovers. Live music can be enjoyed near the community almost every night of the year. We have over 100 artists in regular rotation. Among the standout events are Sandy Creek Sessions, a popular weekend affair featuring acoustic performances by a roster of Nashville's finest singers, songwriters, and storytellers. Equally anticipated is Rhythm & Brews, the annual festival that brings great artists such as Gin Blossoms, Drivin' N Cryin, and Collective Soul to Lake Oconee, and Little Big Town and Tyler's Festival at Sandy Creek Burn. This is an outdoor concert by Hubbard.
Naturally, food is a big draw, especially with 11 five-star restaurants on-site. This stylish, newly renovated restaurant, ESSĒ, features a stunning octagonal bar and serves up a menu of upscale American cuisine, including Wagyu burgers, seasonal oysters, and crispy sweet heat wings. yeah.
But perhaps Reynolds Lake Oconee's biggest secret is that it's a magical place for kids. Home to more than 1,400 young adults, as well as the grandchildren, nieces, and nephews of residents in the community, Reynolds Lake Oconee offers an idyllic childhood that is hard to find these days. Kids trade their Nintendo Switch for stand-up paddleboards and TikTok for tennis matches.
“I recently saw a young family at the National Tavern. They bought a house three years ago and come to the lake from Atlanta on weekends. They were there with their two sons, ages 12 and 14. “I asked my father, who was there, how his life had changed since he bought the cottage,” says Short. “He said, 'Four years ago on Saturday, my boys sat on the other side of the Xbox controller all day. And now we're here every weekend, and they're at golf camp. They're meeting some cool people. They learned how to wakeboard. They love the lake. And tonight, when we walked into the restaurant, I didn't say anything to them. But they both took off their hats.
“Like most members, if I asked him what the cottage was worth, I don't think he would say how much he paid for it,” Short says.
Etiquette lessons aren't part of club membership, but at Reynolds Lake Oconee, the benefits of lake living go far beyond what meets the eye.
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