LAKE OCONEE , GA Just two hours away from the Southeast ’ s crown jewel Atlanta , Lake Oconee is a resort-like respite from the hustle and bustle of city life . Studded with resort communities that boast multiple golf courses , clubhouses and a Ritz Carlton , the region has gained immense popularity in recent years for its world-class fishing , boating and golfing . And with businesses from the West Coast staking claims in the region , including biotech Aalto Scientific and Rivian with a planned $ 5 billion electric vehicle plant , it ’ s not just vacationers looking to experience Lake Oconee but residents who want to put down roots . We ’ re working with real estate development teams who are considering new ways to integrate wellness , nature and water into a new community that delivers for residents seeking the best of “ lake life .”