Golf at Reynolds: what guests should know
The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee offers on-property access to championship golf across five courses (90 holes) designed by Rees Jones, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio and Bob Cupp; tee times and reservations are required before arrival. Guests should plan to book tee times in advance, check dress codes and rental/lesson availability with the resort, and charge golf services to the room since the property is cashless.
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What golf is available at the resort
The resort provides access to five championship golf courses totaling 90 holes. Course design credits on the surrounding Reynolds property include Rees Jones, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio and Bob Cupp.
The courses sit on the Reynolds development rather than inside the hotel building itself; guests of The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee use the on-site golf facilities and tee times organized through the resort.
- Five championship courses across the Reynolds property
- 90 holes in total
- Designers: Rees Jones, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio, Bob Cupp
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Number of courses | Five (championship) |
| Total holes | 90 |
| Noted designers | Rees Jones, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio, Bob Cupp |
Booking tee times and reservations
Reservations are required for golf tee times and should be made prior to arrival through the resort. The researched dossier notes that tee times must be reserved in advance; contact the resort concierge or golf shop to arrange them.
If you need lessons, clubs, or a cart, ask when you reserve your tee time so the golf shop can confirm availability. The resort operates as a cashless property, so expect to provide a credit card at check-in and charge golf services to your room folio.
- Make tee-time reservations before arrival
- Reserve rentals or lessons at the same time
- Charges for golf are billed to the room (cashless property)
| When to book | How |
|---|---|
| As early as possible before travel | Contact resort concierge or golf shop |
| For lessons or club rentals | Request at time of tee-time reservation |
Practice facilities and instruction
The Reynolds golf collection includes supporting practice areas and golf instruction options on the property. Specific on-site practice-facility details and lesson schedules are available through the resort's golf shop and concierge.
If you want a lesson geared to golf play at the resort, request details when you book tee times so the golf team can pair you with available instructors and plan lesson timing around your rounds.
- Practice areas and instruction available — confirm availability with golf shop
- Ask about private lessons or group clinics when booking
- Reserve practice-time around tee times to avoid conflicts
| Service | How to arrange |
|---|---|
| Private lessons | Book via golf shop/concierge |
| Practice-range access | Confirm hours and availability with golf shop |
| Club rentals | Reserve in advance with tee time |
Logistics: getting to the courses and on-property support
The courses are part of the Reynolds golf collection that surrounds the resort; transportation or directions between the resort and specific courses should be arranged with the concierge or golf shop. The resort can help with timing so you arrive at the course before your tee time.
The property offers valet parking and concierge-arranged transfers (including airport car reservations) but does not provide a complimentary shuttle to external locations; confirm any required on-site transfers or cart arrangements with the resort ahead of time.
- Ask the golf shop/concierge for directions or resort-arranged transport to specific courses
- Valet parking is provided at the resort (one car typically included in resort fee)
- Confirm cart reservations and on-course services in advance
| Need | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| Tee time confirmation | Resort golf shop / concierge |
| Transport to course | Resort concierge (advance request) |
| Rentals/lessons | Golf shop |
What to expect while staying at The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee
The resort is family-friendly and offers many non-golf activities including lake water sports, multiple pools (indoor, infinity and seasonal family pool), a large Spa and fitness facilities. If you're traveling with non-golfers, they have alternatives on property while you play.
The property operates as a cashless resort and requires a credit card at check-in. Reserve golf, spa treatments, and dining in advance where possible to secure the times you want.
- Pools: Indoor Pool, Infinity Pool (age restrictions apply seasonally), Family Pool (seasonal)
- Spa and fitness center — spa hours 9:00 AM–6:00 PM; 18+ to use spa facilities
- On-site dining available for pre- or post-round meals (Linger Longer Steakhouse, Amore del Lago, Gaby's by the Lake, etc.)
| On-property option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Spa | Open daily 9:00 AM–6:00 PM; guests 18+ use spa facilities |
| Dining | Multiple venues; check hours and dress codes |
| Pools | Indoor and heated infinity pool; family pool seasonal |
Rooms and golfer-friendly amenities
Guest rooms and suites include espresso makers, flat-screen TVs and private balconies; the property has a variety of room types such as Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View and Club Room, Lake View (Club Level, Top Floor). If you need gear storage or a place to dry clothes after a rainy round, confirm in-room or valet options with the resort.
For upgraded on-site benefits, consider contacting the resort about Club Level rooms like Club Room, Lake View (Club Level, Top Floor) which may offer additional services; always verify any golf-related inclusions directly with the resort before booking.
- Mention specific room names to reservations: e.g., Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View; Club Room, Lake View (Club Level, Top Floor); Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Lake View (The Cottage by the Lake)
- Rooms feature private balconies and in-room espresso makers
- Ask about early check-out/late check-in options if you have early morning tee times
| Room example | Notes for golfers |
|---|---|
| Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View | Balcony for airing gear; request early coffee for morning tee times |
| Club Room, Lake View (Club Level, Top Floor) | Club Level services may help with snacks or timing around rounds |
| The Cottage by the Lake (Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Lake View) | Good for groups traveling together for golf |
