Reynolds Lake Oconee Adds Fenmoor Golf Club: What to Know About the 8th Championship Course

Reynolds Lake Oconee just raised the bar for golf communities across the Southeast. The Greensboro, Georgia community has announced Fenmoor Golf Club, its eighth championship golf course, designed by acclaimed architect Steve Smyers. For buyers exploring homes in golf communities at Lake Oconee, this is a significant development worth watching. Boatright Realty Group has been guiding clients through the Reynolds community for years, and the addition of Fenmoor opens an exciting new chapter for the area.

What Is Fenmoor Golf Club?

Fenmoor Golf Club is a private, members-only course that will sit in the northeast corner of the 12,000-acre Reynolds Lake Oconee community. The course is slated to open in Fall 2026, making it the latest addition to a collection that already includes designs by Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio, Rees Jones, and Bob Cupp.

The name itself hints at what makes this course stand out. "Fenmoor" refers to the water-rich terrain that defines the property. The site is located at the headwaters of Lake Oconee, where marshland, native grasses, and rolling hillsides create a setting unlike anything else at Reynolds.

Who Is Steve Smyers?

Steve Smyers is known for designing courses that feel like they belong to the land, not the other way around. His philosophy centers on working with the natural contours, vegetation, and water features of a site rather than reshaping them. That approach makes him a strong fit for the Fenmoor property.

Smyers has described the site in glowing terms, citing its gentle rolls, swales, valleys, and ravines as ideal for golf. He plans to use native plant material throughout the course, connecting it visually and ecologically to the surrounding marsh, lake, and tree line. The goal is a course that feels as if it simply grew out of the earth beneath it.

What Will the Course Look Like?

Water will be the defining feature at Fenmoor. Beyond Lake Oconee itself, the property is threaded with rivulets and streams branching from Richland Creek. These create an ever-changing environment of wooded wetlands, grassy fields, and meadow. Here are some of the standout features to expect:

• Nine lakeside greens – Nearly half the greens will sit directly along the water, making Lake Oconee a constant companion during play.

• Elevated tee boxes and undulating fairways – The rolling topography provides natural elevation changes and strategic variety from hole to hole.

• Multiple water crossings – Streams and tributaries will come into play throughout the round, adding both beauty and challenge.

• Dedicated putting course and short-game areas – Fenmoor will include practice facilities designed for serious game improvement, not just a standard range.

• Native plantings throughout – Expect the course to blend into its surroundings with grasses, marsh vegetation, and natural tree lines rather than manicured ornamental beds.

The Fenmoor Clubhouse

Reynolds has tapped BLUR Workshop, a nationally recognized architecture and interior design firm, to design the Fenmoor clubhouse. The building will include a restaurant and bar, men’s and women’s locker rooms and lounges, terraces, and a variety of gathering spaces.

According to BLUR Workshop, the design intent is to keep the clubhouse closely connected to both the course and the lake. The firm described the vision as warm, inviting spaces where members feel comfortable and want to spend time, even after their round is finished.

What This Means for Reynolds Lake Oconee

With eight championship courses, Reynolds Lake Oconee will stand among a very small group of golf communities in the country with that kind of depth. The existing seven courses already feature five that rank among the Top 15 in Georgia, and Fenmoor adds yet another dimension to the collection.

For current and prospective residents, this means more variety, less crowding on existing courses, and another world-class amenity in an already loaded lineup. Reynolds already offers 11 restaurants, sporting grounds, wellness campuses, full-service marinas, and a lakefront Ritz-Carlton. Fenmoor deepens the golf offering and signals continued investment in the community’s long-term appeal.

If you’re a buyer evaluating whether Reynolds Lake Oconee is the right fit, the Fenmoor announcement reinforces that Reynolds isn’t standing still. The community continues to grow in ways that make it more attractive to golf-focused buyers and families alike.

Reynolds Lake Oconee: All 8 Championship Courses

Here’s a quick look at the full Reynolds golf lineup, from the original course to the newest addition:

Frequently Asked Questions

When will Fenmoor Golf Club open?

Fenmoor Golf Club is slated to open in Fall 2026. Construction is underway on the northeast corner of the Reynolds Lake Oconee property.

Who designed Fenmoor Golf Club?

Steve Smyers, an architect known for integrating courses into their natural surroundings, is designing Fenmoor. This is the first Smyers-designed course at Reynolds.

Is Fenmoor Golf Club open to the public?

No. Fenmoor Golf Club will be a private, members-only course. Access is available through Reynolds Lake Oconee membership, which is tied to property ownership within the community.

How many golf courses does Reynolds Lake Oconee have?

With Fenmoor, Reynolds will have eight championship courses. The community’s courses have been designed by Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio, Rees Jones, Bob Cupp, Jim Engh, and now Steve Smyers. For a full breakdown of Lake Oconee golf communities, explore available properties through Boatright Realty Group.

What makes Fenmoor different from the other Reynolds courses?

Fenmoor’s location at the headwaters of Lake Oconee gives it a distinct setting defined by wetlands, native grasses, and multiple water crossings. Nine greens will sit along the water, and the course will use native plantings rather than ornamental landscaping. It’s designed to feel like it emerged from the land itself.

Ready to Explore Reynolds Lake Oconee?

Whether you’re drawn to the golf, the lake, or the overall lifestyle, Reynolds Lake Oconee continues to grow into one of the most compelling communities in the Southeast. With Fenmoor on the way, now is a great time to explore what’s available. Boatright Realty Group specializes in Reynolds Lake Oconee real estate and knows every corner of this community. Reach out to start the conversation about finding your place at the lake.