Lake Oconee
The Preserve
Playable resort / rolling terrain
The Preserve is not trying to win the trip. That is why it works. Use it when the group needs an easier day, a mixed-skill bridge, or a less punishing tee sheet.
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The take
The Preserve is not trying to win the trip. That is why it works. Use it when the group needs an easier day, a mixed-skill bridge, or a less punishing tee sheet.
Best for
Mixed-skill groups, arrival days, and easier scoring
Watch out
Strong players may see it as a utility round
How to play it
Depth play
Course intelligence
What you need to know
Strengths
- Forgiving
- Good for all skill levels
- Quick Six option
- Relaxed fit
Watch-outs
- Limited trophy value
- Less architectural edge
- Can feel light for a golf-first group
Signature holes
3, 5, 8, 18
Book it right
Cost, access, and timing
Green fees
Resort-guest/package access varies by season; confirm directly with Reynolds.
Best season
Best window: March-May and September-November, outside Masters-week pricing unless Augusta is the point.
Replay priority
Low-medium
Booking move
Start with golf access and lodging together.
Weather read
Pick the right window.
Best window: March-May and September-November, outside Masters-week pricing unless Augusta is the point.
Jan
59F / 40F
Sun Mixed; rain Medium
Feb
62F / 43F
Sun Mixed; rain Medium
Mar
68F / 49F
Sun Good; rain Medium
Apr
75F / 56F
Sun Best; rain Medium
May
82F / 64F
Sun Good; rain Medium
Jun
88F / 72F
Sun Hot; rain High
Google review
5/5 - a year ago
I was honored to be invited to play at this exclusive private golf club. With just over 300 members, it's a rare privilege to experience it. The fairways were impeccably maintained, and there were very few golfers around. The clubhouse has a unique men's lounge right outside the
I was honored to be invited to play at this exclusive private golf club. With just over 300 members, it's a rare privilege to experience it. The fairways were impeccably maintained, and there were very few golfers around. The clubhouse has a unique men's lounge right outside the
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Google review
5/5 - 8 years ago
The Santa Lucia Mountains provide a dramatic backdrop for The Preserve. This private club is playable only by its members and their invited guests. The Tom Fazio designed course meanders through stands of ancient oaks, beautiful rolling meadows, ponds and streams. Blending with t
The Santa Lucia Mountains provide a dramatic backdrop for The Preserve. This private club is playable only by its members and their invited guests. The Tom Fazio designed course meanders through stands of ancient oaks, beautiful rolling meadows, ponds and streams. Blending with t
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5/5 - 8 years ago
Best club in all of Monterey, except perhaps CVAC(which happens to be right next to it). It's sprawls several thousand acres and sports a golf course, club house, two restaurants, incredible views, a small fishing lake, equestrian center, and the most friendly staff I have ever m
Best club in all of Monterey, except perhaps CVAC(which happens to be right next to it). It's sprawls several thousand acres and sports a golf course, club house, two restaurants, incredible views, a small fishing lake, equestrian center, and the most friendly staff I have ever m
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