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The tennis center offers private instruction, daily clinics, and a state-of-the-art Playmate Ball machine when you need a partner. There are two stadium-size courts and six championship-size courts which are lighted and tournament-ready. Six of the courts are Har-Tru Hydro Courts, and four are traditional hard courts. The Lake Club Tennis Center offers complimentary demo racquets and a full-service pro shop for all your racquet sports needs.
Off Court
Set along the waterfront just outside Atlanta, Georgia, the resort offers five-star amenities, natural beauty, and a quiet escape from everyday life.
88 Reviews on “The Ritz-Carlton, Reynolds Lake Oconee”
Excellent
4.6
88 reviews
CD
The pros are a delight and so knowledgeable.
NC
Great facility and clinics offered. 2 full time pros, ball machine and 10 courts Lights make night time play possible!
DI
I play tennis at Reynolds Lake Oconee at least twice a week. The staff are friendly, helpful and efficient. I am always greeted with a smile! The courts, both clay and hard, are always in excellent shape. The biggest weakness is that it is so popular that it can be hard to get a clay court between 9-12 in the mornings. If you are new to the area, or just coming for a visit and want a match, they will always find you a partner, or arrange a doubles match for you.
ME
Great facility that’s used by both members and non-members because of the high quality of courts, the pros know how to work with players at every level and the staff is friendly and courteous. There are 8 soft courts and 8 hard courts on the Reynolds property but they’re all outside. If there is a negative, it’s that there are no covered or indoor courts.
KB
Great place to play tennis. Courts are always in great shape and lessons/drills are first class! Very friendly staff. Enjoy!
MA
The tennis facility at Reynold’s Lake Oconee is top notch with both hard courts and clay available. We’ve been there as guests of Ritz Carlton and now members of Reynold’s Lake Oconee and we are delighted to report that the treatment provided by the tennis professionals and front desk staff is outstanding. You’re met with a smile and helpful attitude each time you step onto their complex! The tennis clinics are fun and engaging. Both pros do an excellent job of integrating all levels of players in their adult clinics where everyone walks away with a great workout and helpful tips for their next tennis outing. I really can’t say enough good things about Reynolds Lake Oconee and Ritz- Carlton Reynolds Tennis Center!
EL
This is a beautiful tennis complex with multiple clay and hard courts on the edge of lovely Lake Oconee in central Georgia. Only 90 minutes from Atlanta (and Hartsfield-Jackson International airport), the setting is serene. The tennis staff is first class: excellent instructors, challenging drills and fun events. The facilities are well-maintained at all times. Feels more like playing with family than strangers.
JW
Reynolds at Lake Oconee is on of the most scenic places ever for us. The amenities are awesome, and it is a great place to visit or live.
NF
The tennis staff is serious about teaching and does and excellent job evaluating your individual game and what needs to be improved. The clinics are a good vehicle for meeting new potential tennis partners. The Reynolds administrative staff is always helpful and is positive and makes an effort to know you as an individual.
LQ
All strengths no weaknesses for Reynolds Lake Oconee its tennis pros and staff are unmatchable. I came as a 3.0 tennis player and left as a 3.5. Remarkable!
BS
Great place for tennis whether you want good competition or just play for fun. My social life revolves around the people I have met on the tennis courts. In addition to tennis, the resort offers exceptional golf, boating, swimming, fitness, hiking and much more. The natural beauty surrounding the resort cannot be beat. Great place to unwind and enjoy the day!
EH
We moved to Reynolds Lake Oconee 2 years ago and feel like we are on vacation every single day! It has so much to offer and we love the variety we have to choose from.
J&
The tennis facility at Reynolds Lake Oconee if absolutely fantastic. I have played on many resort as well as country club courts. the HarTru courts here are maintained in tournament condition every day of the week. The tennis shop is well stocked and the staff are well trained, helpful and welcoming. Highly recommend this facility for any tennis lover or beginner. Two professionals are also on site and extremely knowledgeable and helpful, no matter what your level of play.
RK
Clay courts are in great shape. Cant beat the ritz carlton and Lake Oconee combination for the setting. The community itself is world class. even though it is a residential community, it feels like living in a resort.
DK
Great staff.
HK
This is a beautiful facility with friendly staff and welcoming fellow players. The golf clinics are very helpful with knowledgeable pros and small classes. The surrounding can’t be beat. The lake is beautiful.
SH
Reynolds Lake Oconee / Ritz is a top vacation destination with exceptional tennis instruction, 8 clay courts, 8 hard courts and 6 golf courses. An incredible fitness center with an infinity pool overlooking the lake is adjacent to the tennis courts.
RM
Excellently-maintained facilities: ten courts (6 HarTru/clay; 4 hard surface). Daily instructional clinics and private lessons, ball machines, frequent pro demonstration matches, and social events combined with tennis. Our pros are great teachers and have infectious enthusiasm about our favorite game. They will make you a better player. The Tennis Center, located in the Reynolds Lake Oconee residential/golf community, is a short shuttle ride from the Ritz Carlton Lodge, with its unsurpassed accommodations, restaurants, beach facilities, and service. A scenic and restful setting on the shores of Lake Oconee, the second largest lake in Georgia, this resort is located 75 miles from Atlanta’s international airport.
HK
Reynolds tennis facility is very organized and well run. The instructors are very nice and excellent tennis players with a unique ability to teach advanced skills while having fun. The Ritz restaurant, Gaby’s, is right next door for a wonderful tennis team lunch experience. We always enjoy coming to Reynold’s with our tennis team each year and now plan on coming twice a year!!!
SS
I visited Lake Oconee from Minneapolis with a group of 10 women from our USTA tennis team. We did not stay at the resort but participated in two, two hour long drills lead for our group but pros Eric Gessner and James Derrick. I have played tennis for 50+ years and participated in countless drills. Eric and James did a terrific job of varying the drills and focusing on just a few, key fundamentals. A two hour drill can be a long haul but Eric and James paced the drills perfectly keeping us moving at a reasonable pace while providing enough variety to keep things interesting.
SC
Our Sr Women’s team went for a 3 day tennis drill sessions, unfornately, we only had 2 sessions due to weather, but Eric and James were amazing with our group of 55 plus. Gave us great tips and examples to improve our games. I would recommend Eric and James to any group or individual who wanted to improve their game, and have fun at a beautiful resort. They could watch each of us for a few minutes and pick up on what tweaks would help our game, we were a group of 10….Counting the days until we can come back…
JF
Fantastic Facility, Fantastic Tennis Pros Enjoyed the 4 hours of tennis fun!
TB
Our ladies 55 plus tennis team just returned from a tennis and golf vacation at one of our team members homes on Lake Oconee. We ten friends had a two day tennis clinic here at the beautiful Ritz Carlton Reynolds Resort with Pros James and Eric. What a blast! James and Eric were top notch. They had lots of new tips and gave 110%. We have all taken alot of lessons over our tennis playing years and this tennis clinic was excellent. Thank you for great memories for our team.
MV
This is my second time doing a long weekend of tennis with my ladies tennis team at the Ritz Lake Oconee, and we will keep coming back due to the quality of the instruction, the courts, and the clubhouse. Dave was our fearless leader — we each took away a few key points to focus on during our upcoming season. The clubhouse is set in a beautiful resort area, but far enough away from the hotel hustle and bustle. Our weekend allowed for tennis, spa time, relaxation, and a stay at a beautiful house (rather than the hotel). I definitely recommend it to anyone in the Atlanta area as an easy getaway from the city in a beautiful setting. And the tennis is fabulous!
RC
Exceptional oasis in rural middle Georgia. Great place to escape traffic and the hustle and bustle of metropolitan areas. With Lake Oconee as a scenic backdrop throughout the resort, rolloing hills and picturesque views of numerous golf holes (117 holes in the resort) the resort has 10 courts at the main tennis facility and 6 additional courts spread throughout the resort. PBI (Peter Burwash International) manages the tennis operations with 2 full time cerified pros on staff. Daily drills are available as are group climics as well as private lessons. A real gem located less than 90 minutes from downtown Atlanta.
PS
Tennis facility is well run, and beautiful. I have visited here 3 times and always made time to hit with one of the resident pros.
SB
During our family reunion, we participated in a tennis round-robin that the tennis pro, Dave Neuhart, helped me to organize and set up. We had 20 participants and we enjoyed several hours of fun tennis at the tennis center. We appreciated the helpfulness of the staff as well as the amenities. I would highly recommend this property!
CH
The tennis facility is fantastic. It all starts at the top with the head pro who sets the tone for everything which is impeccable. Should any issue arise they are quick and accommodating in resolving in a pleasant way. Only weakness could be 4 hard courts and 4 soft courts. HOWEVER, they have now this year, added 2 more clay courts.
FG
It is one of the most beautiful resort I have ever been to! The blend of nature and facilities is superb. As soon as we arrived the staff treated with such hospitality it was unbelievable. We signed up for a tennis lesson and the staff Helped us understand and perform the basic techniques needed for this sport. The instructors were awesome at explaining why should we do a certain technique compared to another. They made learning tennis a very enjoyable experience and would definitely come back to this resort.
JA
Very friendly staff, and excellent facilities. Tennis lessons were great, and very helpful.
RD
James, the Pro was Excellent.
BH
Director of Tennis, Dave Neuhart is very available and engaged with the players. Amazing facility in stunning condition. Nice variety of events for all levels.
BB
Outstanding resort with exceptional service from Dave, James, Nancy & Barbara! Could not have asked for a better tennis weekend!
MG
Great staff, both hard and had-true courts.
LL
The lake club resort is beautifully located and maintained. There are 8 tennis courts, pro shop and pros on sight. The lake club’s facilities are superb and all top rate. The Ritz is a wonderful addition to Lake Oconee, quite large and gorgeous inside and out. For locals however, mostly too expensive, especially Gaby’s on the Lake which is overpriced and no longer a place we go for lunch or drinks after tennis.
PS
Hit with James Derrick 2 days and he was very helpful in working on some backhand stroke issues I have been dealing with. Nice young energetic, run for the ball kind of attitude, enjoyed my lessons very much with him, looking forward to a return trip in the fall hopefully.
KZ
Just returned from a tennis get-away with a group of a dozen friends at the Ritz Reynolds Plantation. A fantastic trip all around and can’t wait to return! The resort is top-notch. This is a property that is well managed. The staff is friendly throughout. We stayed at the club level and the food was incredible. We really didn’t feel as if we needed to dine out — though we did have reservations at the two wonderful restaurants on property. The weather was fantastic and we enjoyed great tennis on well maintained courts. They have plenty of clay and hard courts. A small pro shop with welcoming staff. This is definitely a destination that I hope this group makes an annual event! The tennis staff mentioned their clinics and since we traveled a short distance from Atlanta, we will likely return soon for some instruction as well! Highly recommend.
NS
The tennis program at Reynolds was the friendliest, most professional my husband and I have experienced. We’ be to many tennis resorts in th US and abroad. Their biggest strength is the clinics and the willingness of the pros to provide matches and fill in as extras when an opponent is needed. The weather was great during our stay. We will certainly be returning.
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88 Reviews on “The Ritz-Carlton, Reynolds Lake Oconee”
The pros are a delight and so knowledgeable.
Great facility and clinics offered. 2 full time pros, ball machine and 10 courts Lights make night time play possible!
I play tennis at Reynolds Lake Oconee at least twice a week. The staff are friendly, helpful and efficient. I am always greeted with a smile! The courts, both clay and hard, are always in excellent shape. The biggest weakness is that it is so popular that it can be hard to get a clay court between 9-12 in the mornings. If you are new to the area, or just coming for a visit and want a match, they will always find you a partner, or arrange a doubles match for you.
Great facility that’s used by both members and non-members because of the high quality of courts, the pros know how to work with players at every level and the staff is friendly and courteous. There are 8 soft courts and 8 hard courts on the Reynolds property but they’re all outside. If there is a negative, it’s that there are no covered or indoor courts.
Great place to play tennis. Courts are always in great shape and lessons/drills are first class! Very friendly staff. Enjoy!
The tennis facility at Reynold’s Lake Oconee is top notch with both hard courts and clay available. We’ve been there as guests of Ritz Carlton and now members of Reynold’s Lake Oconee and we are delighted to report that the treatment provided by the tennis professionals and front desk staff is outstanding. You’re met with a smile and helpful attitude each time you step onto their complex! The tennis clinics are fun and engaging. Both pros do an excellent job of integrating all levels of players in their adult clinics where everyone walks away with a great workout and helpful tips for their next tennis outing. I really can’t say enough good things about Reynolds Lake Oconee and Ritz- Carlton Reynolds Tennis Center!
This is a beautiful tennis complex with multiple clay and hard courts on the edge of lovely Lake Oconee in central Georgia. Only 90 minutes from Atlanta (and Hartsfield-Jackson International airport), the setting is serene. The tennis staff is first class: excellent instructors, challenging drills and fun events. The facilities are well-maintained at all times. Feels more like playing with family than strangers.
Reynolds at Lake Oconee is on of the most scenic places ever for us. The amenities are awesome, and it is a great place to visit or live.
The tennis staff is serious about teaching and does and excellent job evaluating your individual game and what needs to be improved. The clinics are a good vehicle for meeting new potential tennis partners. The Reynolds administrative staff is always helpful and is positive and makes an effort to know you as an individual.
All strengths no weaknesses for Reynolds Lake Oconee its tennis pros and staff are unmatchable. I came as a 3.0 tennis player and left as a 3.5. Remarkable!
Great place for tennis whether you want good competition or just play for fun. My social life revolves around the people I have met on the tennis courts. In addition to tennis, the resort offers exceptional golf, boating, swimming, fitness, hiking and much more. The natural beauty surrounding the resort cannot be beat. Great place to unwind and enjoy the day!
We moved to Reynolds Lake Oconee 2 years ago and feel like we are on vacation every single day! It has so much to offer and we love the variety we have to choose from.
The tennis facility at Reynolds Lake Oconee if absolutely fantastic. I have played on many resort as well as country club courts. the HarTru courts here are maintained in tournament condition every day of the week. The tennis shop is well stocked and the staff are well trained, helpful and welcoming. Highly recommend this facility for any tennis lover or beginner. Two professionals are also on site and extremely knowledgeable and helpful, no matter what your level of play.
Clay courts are in great shape. Cant beat the ritz carlton and Lake Oconee combination for the setting. The community itself is world class. even though it is a residential community, it feels like living in a resort.
Great staff.
This is a beautiful facility with friendly staff and welcoming fellow players. The golf clinics are very helpful with knowledgeable pros and small classes. The surrounding can’t be beat. The lake is beautiful.
Reynolds Lake Oconee / Ritz is a top vacation destination with exceptional tennis instruction, 8 clay courts, 8 hard courts and 6 golf courses. An incredible fitness center with an infinity pool overlooking the lake is adjacent to the tennis courts.
Excellently-maintained facilities: ten courts (6 HarTru/clay; 4 hard surface). Daily instructional clinics and private lessons, ball machines, frequent pro demonstration matches, and social events combined with tennis. Our pros are great teachers and have infectious enthusiasm about our favorite game. They will make you a better player. The Tennis Center, located in the Reynolds Lake Oconee residential/golf community, is a short shuttle ride from the Ritz Carlton Lodge, with its unsurpassed accommodations, restaurants, beach facilities, and service. A scenic and restful setting on the shores of Lake Oconee, the second largest lake in Georgia, this resort is located 75 miles from Atlanta’s international airport.
Reynolds tennis facility is very organized and well run. The instructors are very nice and excellent tennis players with a unique ability to teach advanced skills while having fun. The Ritz restaurant, Gaby’s, is right next door for a wonderful tennis team lunch experience. We always enjoy coming to Reynold’s with our tennis team each year and now plan on coming twice a year!!!
I visited Lake Oconee from Minneapolis with a group of 10 women from our USTA tennis team. We did not stay at the resort but participated in two, two hour long drills lead for our group but pros Eric Gessner and James Derrick. I have played tennis for 50+ years and participated in countless drills. Eric and James did a terrific job of varying the drills and focusing on just a few, key fundamentals. A two hour drill can be a long haul but Eric and James paced the drills perfectly keeping us moving at a reasonable pace while providing enough variety to keep things interesting.
Our Sr Women’s team went for a 3 day tennis drill sessions, unfornately, we only had 2 sessions due to weather, but Eric and James were amazing with our group of 55 plus. Gave us great tips and examples to improve our games. I would recommend Eric and James to any group or individual who wanted to improve their game, and have fun at a beautiful resort. They could watch each of us for a few minutes and pick up on what tweaks would help our game, we were a group of 10….Counting the days until we can come back…
Fantastic Facility, Fantastic Tennis Pros Enjoyed the 4 hours of tennis fun!
Our ladies 55 plus tennis team just returned from a tennis and golf vacation at one of our team members homes on Lake Oconee. We ten friends had a two day tennis clinic here at the beautiful Ritz Carlton Reynolds Resort with Pros James and Eric. What a blast! James and Eric were top notch. They had lots of new tips and gave 110%. We have all taken alot of lessons over our tennis playing years and this tennis clinic was excellent. Thank you for great memories for our team.
This is my second time doing a long weekend of tennis with my ladies tennis team at the Ritz Lake Oconee, and we will keep coming back due to the quality of the instruction, the courts, and the clubhouse. Dave was our fearless leader — we each took away a few key points to focus on during our upcoming season. The clubhouse is set in a beautiful resort area, but far enough away from the hotel hustle and bustle. Our weekend allowed for tennis, spa time, relaxation, and a stay at a beautiful house (rather than the hotel). I definitely recommend it to anyone in the Atlanta area as an easy getaway from the city in a beautiful setting. And the tennis is fabulous!
Exceptional oasis in rural middle Georgia. Great place to escape traffic and the hustle and bustle of metropolitan areas. With Lake Oconee as a scenic backdrop throughout the resort, rolloing hills and picturesque views of numerous golf holes (117 holes in the resort) the resort has 10 courts at the main tennis facility and 6 additional courts spread throughout the resort. PBI (Peter Burwash International) manages the tennis operations with 2 full time cerified pros on staff. Daily drills are available as are group climics as well as private lessons. A real gem located less than 90 minutes from downtown Atlanta.
Tennis facility is well run, and beautiful. I have visited here 3 times and always made time to hit with one of the resident pros.
During our family reunion, we participated in a tennis round-robin that the tennis pro, Dave Neuhart, helped me to organize and set up. We had 20 participants and we enjoyed several hours of fun tennis at the tennis center. We appreciated the helpfulness of the staff as well as the amenities. I would highly recommend this property!
The tennis facility is fantastic. It all starts at the top with the head pro who sets the tone for everything which is impeccable. Should any issue arise they are quick and accommodating in resolving in a pleasant way. Only weakness could be 4 hard courts and 4 soft courts. HOWEVER, they have now this year, added 2 more clay courts.
It is one of the most beautiful resort I have ever been to! The blend of nature and facilities is superb. As soon as we arrived the staff treated with such hospitality it was unbelievable. We signed up for a tennis lesson and the staff Helped us understand and perform the basic techniques needed for this sport. The instructors were awesome at explaining why should we do a certain technique compared to another. They made learning tennis a very enjoyable experience and would definitely come back to this resort.
Very friendly staff, and excellent facilities. Tennis lessons were great, and very helpful.
James, the Pro was Excellent.
Director of Tennis, Dave Neuhart is very available and engaged with the players. Amazing facility in stunning condition. Nice variety of events for all levels.
Outstanding resort with exceptional service from Dave, James, Nancy & Barbara! Could not have asked for a better tennis weekend!
Great staff, both hard and had-true courts.
The lake club resort is beautifully located and maintained. There are 8 tennis courts, pro shop and pros on sight. The lake club’s facilities are superb and all top rate. The Ritz is a wonderful addition to Lake Oconee, quite large and gorgeous inside and out. For locals however, mostly too expensive, especially Gaby’s on the Lake which is overpriced and no longer a place we go for lunch or drinks after tennis.
Hit with James Derrick 2 days and he was very helpful in working on some backhand stroke issues I have been dealing with. Nice young energetic, run for the ball kind of attitude, enjoyed my lessons very much with him, looking forward to a return trip in the fall hopefully.
Just returned from a tennis get-away with a group of a dozen friends at the Ritz Reynolds Plantation. A fantastic trip all around and can’t wait to return! The resort is top-notch. This is a property that is well managed. The staff is friendly throughout. We stayed at the club level and the food was incredible. We really didn’t feel as if we needed to dine out — though we did have reservations at the two wonderful restaurants on property. The weather was fantastic and we enjoyed great tennis on well maintained courts. They have plenty of clay and hard courts. A small pro shop with welcoming staff. This is definitely a destination that I hope this group makes an annual event! The tennis staff mentioned their clinics and since we traveled a short distance from Atlanta, we will likely return soon for some instruction as well! Highly recommend.
The tennis program at Reynolds was the friendliest, most professional my husband and I have experienced. We’ be to many tennis resorts in th US and abroad. Their biggest strength is the clinics and the willingness of the pros to provide matches and fill in as extras when an opponent is needed. The weather was great during our stay. We will certainly be returning.