The Skinny on Reynolds Plantation Golf

Golf enthusiasts world-wide know one of the best golf resorts near Atlanta is Reynolds Plantation. Located on the beautiful Lake Oconee which spreads across 19,000 acres and hugs 374 miles of shoreline, the lake community is also one of the best places to live on a lake.

Here folks will find six championship Lake Oconee golf courses. Four of the courses made the 2015 “biennial ranking” Top 100 Golf Resort ratings by Golfweek Magazine based of 4 factors:  golf, lodging, food and drink.  Also rated the “Best Golf of Any Community in America” by GOLF Magazine; “America’s Top Golf Resorts in the USA” by Conde Nast Traveler; “Top 100 You Can Play” by Golf Magazine; by Zagat; and  “Best Golf Community  in the Country” by LINKS Magazine.

Reynolds Plantation is one of the only ten properties selected for the prestigious “Platinum Medal” by Golf Magazine.  Reynolds features 117 holes of golf designed by some of the “Most Respected Architects in the Game” offering 6 spectacular designs by five legendary architects.  Each course provides club members and their guests a never ending memorable experience during their retirement in Georgia.

Bob Cubb’s trailblazing efforts launched at The Landing which opened in 1986.  The other 5 courses helped to put Reynolds Plantation as THE GOLF destination.  One of the signature courses was designed by world famous Jack Nicklaus at Great Waters which opened in 1992.  Tom Fazio’s 27-hole National course makes perfect use of the majestic rolling terrain.  The Oconee provides the perfect backdrop in typical Rees Jones fashion, while the Scottich-inspired Creek Club opened in 2007 designed by the infamous Jim Engh which is the first “club member only” golf course. With year round favorable weather, this lake community is conducive to year round golf, water sports with 4 full-service marinas offering boat rentals, fuel docks and repair services.  Boat rental options include pontoon boats, kayaks and canoes near the Lake Oconee golf courses.

The serious golfers in the family looking to improve their game should consider attending one of the golf schools in Georgia catering to “serious golfers”, Reynolds Golf Academy. The academy features a 16 acre short game facility and is led by Golf Digest “50 Best Teacher”, Charlie King. The Kingdom at Reynolds is a TaylorMade test and custom fit center.

Almost 100 years ago, Reynolds Plantation was established as a family hunting and fishing retreat. Reynolds Plantation provides residents and guests a “one of a kind” life style unmatched by others.  Reynolds is also where discerning Boomers will find the Ritz-Carlton Lodge which is a 251-room lakefront resort and spa which earned the coveted 2015 “AAA Five Diamond Hotel” and the 2014 “Forbes Travel Guide 4-Star Award.”

Baby Boomers will also enjoy the “Linger Longer Living Series” program developed by Marie Garrison who had a vision to create a program to enrich the lifestyle of members and to enhance their overall experience at Reynolds Plantation.  Her dream became a reality when “Linger Longer” took off adding to the cultural enchrichment during retirement in Georgia.

“How can I build an ever-evolving series with its own true identity here at Reynolds Plantation and different from any other amenity offered Garrison decided to start with the audience themselves – the members of Reynolds Plantation.”

Through building relationships with local universities, artists, musicians and lectures, the “Linger Longer Living Series" was born and grew into the program Garrison envisioned.

The variety of programming ranges from lectures and discussions to food and wine tastings and even includes 5-course dinners and concerts as well.  Guests have included the likes of Rebecca Lang, cooking instructor, author, food writer and contributing editor for Southern Living Magazine.  In February, the University of Georgia’s Saxophone Studio led by Professor Connie Frigo performed at the Rock House and following the performance many attending carried on a dialogue with the performers.  “Not only were the saxophonists an amazing blessing for our members, but the attendees were a fantastic audience as well,” says Garrison.

In addition to the fabulous Lake Oconee golf courses and the “Linger Longer Living Series", Reynolds Plantation also boasts the following amenities:

• 24 Hour Manned Gated Entrance
• 6 Championship Lake Oconee Golf Courses
• Reynolds Gold Academy and The Kingdom at Reynolds Plantation
• Five Golf Clubhouses
• 6 Resort-style Swimming Pools
• 16 Tennis Courts with Stadium Seating
• 38,000 Square Foot Fitness Center
• Four Full Service marinas with Boat Ramps
• The Ritz-Carlton Lodge
• Lake Oconee Village – retail shopping complex.

It’s no wonder retirees and young families are flocking to this world class region and certainly Reynolds Plantation is a best place to retire on a lake that offers it all.

For those interested in exploring real estate at Reynolds Plantation and visiting the award winning Lake Oconee golf courses, golfers and their families are invited to experience this community’s world-class amenities and the casually-elegant lifestyle with a 2 night Lifestyle Package that includes:

• Private real estate presentation at Reynolds Plantation.
• Deluxe accommodations for 2 at the Ritz-Carlton Lodge (resort view), a Landing Cottage of Village the Lake Club Pointe Condominium.
• Complimentary Breakfast for 2 each morning.
• $75 Club Credit to be used toward Reynolds Plantation dining, marina or merchandise.
• Two total rounds of golf at one of the award-winning courses: Plantation, Landing, National, Great Waters of Oconee.
• A 2-hour Pontoon Boat Rental.
• A $100 Ritz-Carlton Spa Certificate may be redeemed for the two rounds of golf if you are staying Sunday through Thursday.
• Access to the pool and tennis courts at The Landing and Linder Longer Park and The Landing Fitness Center, plus dining privileges at Plantation Grille, The Landing Clubhouse and Great Waters Overlook.

Avid golf enthusiasts may want to take the opportunity to sign up for a refresher course at one of the top golf schools while exploring retirement in Georgia, Reynolds Golf Academy led by Golf Digest “50 Best Teacher” Charlie King. 

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