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Explore Small-Town Fun in Greensboro
2024-11-06 09:47:29
Located halfway between Atlanta and Augusta, Greensboro lures visitors with the dual charms of a historic town and 374 miles of shoreline along scenic Lake Oconee for families to explore. Start the day with a stroll through downtown Greensboro, soaking in the architecture of this town founded in 1786. Greensboro is also home to a heaping handful of top golf courses, including Great Waters at Reynolds Lake Oconee, which was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
Eat
A Lake Oconee fixture, Table at the Lake tantalizes with farm-to-table delights served with super-fresh local greens. Try the Maine lobster toast topped with saffron aioli and wild mushrooms and Basque “Burnt” cheesecake concocted with seasonal fruit preserves. Return to The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee’s Club Lounge again and again for culinary presentations featuring local ingredients. Complimentary food and drinks are offered five times daily, serving everything from enticing breakfast nibbles to decadent desserts.
Sleep
You’ll sleep soundly at The Ritz- Carlton Reynolds knowing you’re ensconced in one of Georgia’s most opulent lakefront resorts. Links lovers will revel in access to five award-winning golf courses at this AAA Four Diamond property, while self-care enthusiasts shouldn’t miss its palatial spa. Get the VIP treatment poolside with a private cabana serving snacks, chilled refreshments, and indoor/outdoor space where the whole family can relax.
Do
To appreciate the area’s mix of outdoor fun and unabashed elegance, plan an outing on the lake. Rent Jet Skis or stand-up paddle boards from Young Harris Water Sports & RV for a few hours of fun, or book a day long excursion on a pontoon or ski boat helmed by a professional captain. Don’t-miss stops downtown including The Old Gaol (a historical jail), Greensboro Antique Mall, and the Ripe Thing Market, known for its lusciously fresh produce.
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