Ritz - Lake Oconee, Greensboro, GA — Nashville Luxury Travel

Jen, third from left, joining other travel industry partners for a dip in the pool.

Recreation at it’s finest in the basement of the 5,400 sf lake house rental.

NLT’s Jen Martin had the opportunity to check in to the Ritz Lake Oconee and check it out! And, let us tell you, there are some exciting things happening there!

The Ritz is located on Reynold’s Plantation, Lake Oconee, and offers the penultimate in luxury lake living! Furthermore, it is just a 5 hour drive from Nashville, making it an easy long weekend trip. Or, you can fly into Atlanta and the drive is about 1 hour and 15 minutes. The Ritz will even pick you up at the airport, as a car is not really necessary once on the property.

There are 257 guest rooms and suites, 2 or 3 bedroom cottages and a brand new 5,400 sf lake house that will knock your socks off! The Ritz has been very busy renovating and the guest rooms look amazing! They are now tackling the cottages one by one and we can’t wait to see the finished product!

The two biggest draws are the lake, of course, and the 5 champion-ship golf courses, that guest of the Ritz have the privilege to play. They have a golf concierge, providing you with a streamlined experience.

What else is new at the Ritz?

They already have an amazing infinity pool overlooking the lake. It is connected to their lakeside restaurant, Gabby’s by the Lake, and the food and service is stellar.

But, the big news is that they are adding a family pool with all the bells and whistles, which is going to take family fun to the next level! They are also adding a beautiful indoor spa pool, which will be heavenly for those late fall and early spring golf trips!

Dining is fantastic at the Ritz! Starting the day at Georgia’s for breakfast is delightful or you can stop by the Coffee Shop for a delightful brew and yummy pastry. Gabby’s on the Lake is open for lunch and dinner and has a varied menu, we sampled almost everything on it and loved it all! Linger Longer Steakhouse is also right on property and is a fantastic experience. At the end of every meal, they bring out delicious cotton candy for sharing. Nothing like sugaring the kids up before bedtime! The Barrel Room offers the perfect ambience for an after dinner nightcap and offers light fare. And, here’s something romantic! Chiminea Bonfire Dining! For just $125 per person, you can dine with your sweetie lakeside in Adirondack chairs right by the lake. It includes a 3 course meal, bottle of wine, and your choice of dessert.

Vibrant, unforgettable, sunset boat rides

Family time at the Ritz is precious! So much to do!

Boating and Jet Skis

Paddle Boards, Kayaks and Canoes

Fishing off the Dock

Biking and Hiking

Kids Programs

Pool and Beach

S’mores nightly by the lake

Something else about family time, that might sound precious to Mom and Dad?

If your kids are doing online school and you can work from home, you just might be interested to know about the Ritz Kids Study Buddy Program. Mom and Dad can work from their room or cottage while the kids have a dedicated spot to do their school work.

A dedicated counselor will connect before arrival to learn about the digital learning schedule, building a personal syllabus for the kids. The Ritz Kids Study Buddy will ensure the virtual class schedule is followed with mentorship and assistance, while enriching experiences like harvesting in the Chef’s Garden or fishing in the lake are sprinkled in for a break from digital learning. “Recess” and screen breaks will also include a selection of outdoor programs to choose from such as:

Amazing Nature: Kids will embark on a nature walk around the resort where they will see many animal wood carvings. Along the way, they’ll learn about the creative innovations of nature and how they’ve inspired things humans use every day.
What Good is a Tree: This program will teach kids about the importance of trees to our everyday lives. They’ll participate in an educational outdoor scavenger hunt collecting leaves from different trees ending in a fun game of leaf bingo.

Additionally, a hub for recreation will feature arcade and lawn games, as well as age appropriate arts and crafts. In order to tackle the school day with their counselor, kids will receive a personalized tackle box upon arrival with variety of school supplies, molding clay, cards and more based on age level.

Pricing:
Full Day: $135 per child from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. including lunch
Half Day: $110 per child from either 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 to 4 p.m.

Reservations are required at least 48-hours in advance. One Study Buddy is provided per family or travel pod, allowing for personalized attention and social distancing.

To sum it up, this resort is perfect for these types of guests:

*Golfers (Guys trips, Ladies trips and Couples trips)

*Lake Lovers (One of the most beautiful, clear lakes you will ever see!)

*Tennis Players (2 Stadium courts and 6 champion size, lighted and tournament ready courts! They offer private instruction, daily clinics and a state of the art ball machine. The pro shop has everything you need!)

*Families (Who ever met a kid who didn’t love the lake?)

*People who like to vacation with their doggies (There were so many doggies and they were having a blast!)

*Corporate get-aways (The Ritz gets this right, great space and so many team building activities to choose from…)

Book your stay with Nashville Luxury Travel and we will help you pick the perfect accommodations, line up your activities and you will receive the following value-added amenities:

*Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability

*Daily full breakfast for two guests per bedroom

*$100 USD Resort/Hotel credit, to be utilized during stay

*Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability

*Complimentary Wi-fi