What's New At Lake Oconee
Welcome to the Lake Oconee Community!
We are thrilled to welcome new businesses to our Lake Oconee community! It's always exciting to see new ventures set up shop in our area, bringing fresh offerings and opportunities to the local community.
Take a moment to discover these newcomers and show your support by visiting their establishments. Let’s all give a heartfelt welcome to these up-and-coming local businesses. And make sure to mention Lake Oconee Life when you visit them!
Check out What’s New At Lake Sinclair on our sister site, Lake Sinclair Life!
Newly Open Businesses
Southern Dock Solutions
Serving Lake Oconee & Lake Sinclair
There's something refreshing about a business built around genuine love for the lake and that's exactly what Mac Bedor brought to life when he launched Southern Dock Solutions.
A fireman working two full-time departments while raising three boys at home, Mac started Southern Dock Solutions so he could spend more time on the water, build something for his family, and help lake homeowners actually enjoy their weekends instead of spending them on dock maintenance.
Southern Dock Solutions handles the full picture of dock and boat care: pressure washing docks and boats, spider web and dirt dauber removal, canvas cleaning on boathouses, dock board tightening, hardware, ladders, solar dock lights, and dock bumpers. Mac's standard is simple: he leaves it cleaner than he found it, every single time.
Packages are flexible and built around how you use the lake. Options range from monthly year-round service to seasonal on-and-off schedules, semi-annual, or one-time cleanings. Monthly subscribers get extra perks too; courtesy cleans before birthday parties or big events, and a post-storm check if you don't live on the lake full time. Boat detailing is also available for anyone who wants their boat weekend-ready without lifting a finger.
If you're a non-resident owner, Mac is especially worth a call. He can check in on your dock, boat lift, and boat slip after storms or between visits so you're not left wondering what's waiting for you when you arrive.
Clearwater Aquatic Management
Serving Lake Oconee & Lake Sinclair
If you've been battling weeds, muck, or murky water in your cove or pond, there's a new local business worth knowing about.
Stacey launched Clearwater Aquatic Management earlier this year, and what sets her apart is simple: she's not a one-time spray and disappear operation. Clearwater offers full-season aquatic management, checking in regularly and doing whatever it takes to keep your lake frontage clean and healthy all summer long. That includes weed treatment, muck removal off the bottom, debris clearing from your cove, dock or pond, the full picture.
Stacey is Georgia Power approved, fully insured, holds her business license, and carries both her Category 26 aquatic herbicide license and DNR certification, so you can feel confident the work is being done right and by the book.
And here's something new she's just introduced that we think Lake Country people are going to love: lake bottom mats. If you're one of those folks who'd rather not feel what's lurking on the bottom when you step off the dock (no judgment - same), Stacey can place a 30x30 mat in your swimming area so you've got a clean surface underfoot all season. She'll pick it up when the season wraps. Additional mats can be added if you need more coverage.
Whether you're a homeowner or HOA prepping for a summer full of lake days or just finally ready to tackle that overgrown cove, Clearwater is a great local option to call.
The Birds Nest - Golf Performance Training
2971 Monroe Hwy #106, Watkinsville
Calling all Lake Oconee golfers… there's a new spot worth the drive. The Birds Nest, a family-run golf performance studio, has officially opened its doors in Watkinsville, offering personalized mobility, strength, and simulator training designed exclusively for golfers.
What makes The Birds Nest different is its singular focus: every session is built around the unique demands of the golf swing. Whether you're a junior athlete working toward your high school or college team, a weekend player wanting to shave strokes off your game, or a seasoned golfer looking to stay flexible and competitive for years to come, The Birds Nest tailors each program to where you are and where you want to go.
Their offerings include:
Personalized strength and mobility training for golfers of all ages and skill levels
Targeted flexibility routines designed to protect your swing and extend your playing years
Expert-led simulator sessions to refine your technique in a controlled environment
A supportive, family-run atmosphere that prioritizes long-term progress over quick fixes
For Lake Oconee residents, many of whom play several times a week at Reynolds, Cuscowilla, Great Waters, and the surrounding courses, The Birds Nest offers something our area has been missing: a dedicated training space built entirely around golf performance and longevity.
📞 678-283-4447 🌐 thebirdsnestga.com 📧 thebirdsnestga@gmail.com
Homegrown Farmers Market
Downtown Greensboro
A new farmers market is coming to Downtown Greensboro this summer. Spencer Sumner is launching the Homegrown Farmers Market with the goal of connecting smaller local farmers and makers with the community, while giving neighbors a fun reason to spend time downtown.
The market runs every other Saturday from May 30 through September 26, from 8 a.m. to noon, at 122 E. Broad St., Greensboro, GA 30642.
The Crunchy Shop
921 Harmony Road, Eatonton, Suites 5+6
A new locally owned wellness and lifestyle shop by Claudia Malcolm has officially opened its doors in the Lake Oconee area. The Crunchy Shop celebrated its grand opening on Saturday, April 18, 2026, bringing a unique, hands-on retail experience to the community.
Specializing in herbal remedies, natural goods, and thoughtfully curated “feel good” essentials, The Crunchy Shop is designed for those looking to live a more natural and intentional lifestyle. Beyond shopping, visitors can create their own custom products in-store; including candles, perfumes, laundry care items, and more, making each visit both personal and interactive.
With its focus on natural living and DIY experiences, The Crunchy Shop offers something a little different for Lake Country residents and visitors alike.
InMotion Wellness Studio
1124 Lake Oconee Parkway, Ste 130, Eatonton
Lake Oconee locals Pablo and Dana Santamaria just brought something truly special to our community and it opened this week.
InMotion Wellness Studio Lake Oconee specializes in assisted stretching, a hands-on therapy that improves flexibility, reduces chronic pain, relieves muscle tension, and gets you moving better. It is the kind of service that athletes swear by and everyone else wishes they had found sooner. Their certified Motion Specialists start with a personalized Movement Score assessment, using motion capture imaging to map exactly where your body needs attention, then build a stretching plan around you specifically.
Whether you are dealing with stiffness from sitting at a desk, recovering from an active lifestyle, or just want to feel better in your body this spring, this is worth trying. First session is a free demo, so there is no reason not to try it for yourself.
Book your complimentary stretch consultation at inmotionwellnessstudio.com.
Fun In A Flash Photo Booth
Serving Madison, Greenesboro and Eatonton
Sometimes the best businesses are born at a party. When Jennifer Gore's son got married, she hired a photo booth — and watching guests laugh, pose, and walk away clutching their little printed memories, she couldn't stop thinking about it. She called her friend and fellow Eatonton mom Amy Foster, and the two of them landed on the same question at the same time: why doesn't Lake Country have this?
Now it does. Fun In A Flash Photo Booth is Jennifer and Amy's answer to that question — a locally owned photo booth rental service bringing professional-grade fun to weddings, graduation parties, proms, birthdays, and corporate events across Eatonton, Milledgeville, and the Lake Sinclair area. Every rental includes unlimited digital photos, instant sharing by text or email right from the booth, custom screens, and LED studio lighting. They handle all the setup and teardown, so you just show up and smile. If you've got a celebration coming up this season, these two are absolutely worth a call.
Learn more or call (706) 816-2343 to reserve your date.
Freedom Boat Club
Lake Sinclair Marina
Freedom Boat Club is expanding and it's good news for Lake Oconee members. The world's largest boat club is opening a new location on Lake Sinclair at Lake Sinclair Marina, expected to launch around June 4. That means current members will soon have access to both lakes under a single membership, with the club's new tagline summing it up well: "One Membership. Two Lakes. Endless Memories."
The Lake Sinclair location will be owned and operated by Deano and Heather Cantrell, who have run Freedom Boat Club's Lake Oconee locations for the past 11 years. For those unfamiliar with the club, membership means access to a maintained fleet of boats with no ownership headaches: no storage, no insurance, no cleaning. Just show up and get on the water. David Leeseberg (706) 749-7600
Italian Chophouse on Lake Oconee + Lakefront Pavilion
920 Greensboro Road, Eatonton
It’s official, they have officially opened at the former Bone Island Grillhouse location, bringing two distinct dining experiences to one lakefront venue. Inside, the Italian Chophouse offers an upscale evening of Italian tradition meets modern steakhouse, prime steaks and chops, fresh seafood, and classic Italian dishes paired with an impressive wine list. Outside at the Lakefront Pavilion, it's all about lake days done right: casual bites and drinks served Thursday–Monday from 11–6, with the option to pull up by boat or by car.
From Lake Oconee Bistro owner Gary Sofen, both spots offer something different depending on the mood, laid-back lake vibes or a refined night out. Reservations and info: (706) 705-7005.
Pho & More
113 Harmony Crossing, Eatonton
Lake Country just got a little more delicious, and we are so excited to welcome Pho & More to the community.
This family-owned Vietnamese restaurant has officially opened their doors at Harmony Crossing in Eatonton, bringing authentic flavors of Vietnam right here to Lake Country. They have hit the ground running — and by all accounts, the community has shown up in a big way.
A gentle reminder to our wonderful Lake Oconee neighbors: this is a brand new small business, family-run and figuring it out in real time just like we all do. They are training new kitchen and waitstaff while serving a packed house, and that takes grace. Extend a little patience, leave an encouraging word, and show them the same warmth this community is known for.
They are new. They are working hard. And they chose to plant roots right here with us. That deserves our support.
Go give them a try and welcome them properly, Lake Oconee style. 🍜
Elite Beauty by Holly
Inside Zapien's Salon | 1051 Village Park Drive, Greensboro, GA
There is a new name in beauty at Lake Oconee, and she is already turning heads.
Holly Wread has opened Elite Beauty Retreat inside Zapien's Salon in Greensboro, bringing a boutique, personally curated experience to lashes, brows, and advanced skincare, all under one roof. Every visit is in expert hands, with Holly overseeing each service herself.
Her lash and brow menu covers everything from full extensions and fills to brow lamination, perms, and tinting. On the skincare side, Holly offers cutting-edge treatments including Jet Cold Plasma therapy, the Green Sea Peel, and a menu of specialty facials featuring ingredients like Cica and Carboxy Therapy, the kind of results-driven treatments that go well beyond a standard spa day.
If you have been looking for a skilled, attentive esthetician who takes your skin and your look seriously, Holly is your person.
Call or text Holly directly at 770-869-6649 to book your appointment.
K & D Sport Shoe
100 Harmony Crossing, Suite 1, Eatonton, GA
If you have not discovered K & D Sport Shoe yet, you are not alone, they opened in January and you cannot see them from the road. But trust us, they are worth finding.
Tucked into Harmony Crossing in Eatonton, K & D Sport Shoe is your local source for athletic and hiking footwear from the brands serious walkers, runners, and outdoor enthusiasts actually want: HOKA, Brooks, New Balance, Altra, Merrell, Keen, Chaco and more. The kind of selection you used to have to drive to Atlanta for, right here in Lake Country.
Whether you are training for something, hitting the trails, or just ready to treat your feet to a proper upgrade this spring, pop in and see what they have.
Santoro’s Italian Kitchen
1061 Village Park Drive, Greensboro, GA
Lake Oconee’s dining scene continues to evolve, and the former Da Corrado location has a delicious new chapter. Santoro’s Italian Kitchen has OPENED its doors!! Gus and his team are offering generous portions of old-school Italian-American favorites in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere you’ll want to visit again and again.
Santoro’s is serving up hearty house-made pastas, pizzas piled high with fresh ingredients and melty cheeses, and authentic Italian desserts that cap off every meal perfectly. Whether you’re craving classic baked ziti, a crispy, loaded pie, or a sweet cannoli, this is the place to satisfy your Italian comfort food cravings.
The vibe is inviting. The portions are generous. The flavors feel familiar and comforting. It’s a welcome new choice for families, friends, and anyone who loves good Italian food right here on Lake Oconee.
Second Chance Boutique
939 Greensboro Road, Eatonton, GA
Second Chance Boutique in Eatonton is more than a place to find great pieces — it’s a mission-driven retail experience that gives back in a meaningful way. Part chic boutique, part curated thrift shop, Second Chance offers a mix of new and gently loved clothing and accessories that appeal to style seekers and conscious shoppers alike. Every purchase and donation directly supports Circle of Love Center, Inc., a local nonprofit dedicated to providing shelter, advocacy, and essential services to survivors of domestic violence and their children across Greene, Putnam, Morgan, Baldwin, and Hancock counties.
Located at 939 Greensboro Road in Eatonton, the boutique serves as both a community gathering spot and a funding source for critical programs that help families rebuild with dignity and hope. Clients in need can shop free of charge, restoring confidence and comfort at a time when it matters most, while remaining inventory is sold to the public to fund support services.
Whether you’re dropping off donations, finding a stylish new look, or simply supporting a cause that strengthens families in our community, Second Chance Boutique offers a way to make a real impact - one purchase at a time.
Please help us show our support for these up-and-coming local businesses. And make sure to mention Lake Oconee Life when you visit them!
Now, we'd love to hear from you too. Do you have any suggestions for new businesses that we should give a local welcome? Let's join forces in lifting up our community by recognizing and supporting these fantastic entrepreneurs!
Your recommendations could make a world of difference for these businesses, so don't be shy - share your favorites with us. Together, we can help these local gems shine even brighter!
Happy Exploring!
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