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

Total Tree Solutions, Inc.

678-758-4624

We are excited to welcome Total Tree Solutions Inc. to the Lake Oconee community! With 18 years of experience, their expert team provides a full range of services specialized in tree care and maintenance — from tree trimming and removal to underbrush cleanup and retention pond clean out.

Total Tree Solutions is your first call for storm damage, offering 24/7 emergency response service, free estimates, and financing options.

With a focus on safety, professionalism, and customer satisfaction, Total Tree Solutions is committed to preserving the beauty and health of your landscape while ensuring that your property remains safe and well-maintained. Their team stays current with the latest industry practices and equipment, ensuring you get top-notch service.

We’re thrilled to add them as a resource to keep our community safe and beautiful!

Luxury Pool and Outdoor Consultants

478-484-3780

Lake Oconee Life is excited to introduce Luxury Pool and Outdoor Consultants, a boutique pool design, build, and maintenance company bringing high-end craftsmanship and personalized service to the area. Owner Chris Bennett, with 25 years of experience in sales and a passion for residential properties, saw a need for luxury, high-quality pool design and dependable maintenance services.

Whether you’re looking for expert cleaning and equipment maintenance or a custom-designed pool and outdoor space, this company offers a boutique, full-service experience with hand-drawn renderings and turn-key solutions. For homeowners who want more than just a pool, they also specialize in hardscapes, landscapes, and outdoor kitchens.

Looking to elevate your outdoor living space or simplify your pool maintenance? Contact Luxury Pool and Outdoor Consultants today!

Freshcoat Painting

Services The Lake Oconee And Lake Sinclair Areas

Lake Oconee Life is excited to welcome Freshcoat Painting to the Lake Oconee community! With nearly 40 years of experience, owner David Long and his team bring expert craftsmanship and a passion for transforming homes inside and out. Specializing in interior and exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, wood repair, and more, Freshcoat Painting is committed to delivering top-quality results with exceptional customer service.

Whether you’re looking to refresh your home or add a new splash of color, Freshcoat can help you make your vision a reality! Call them for a free consultation and estimate!

Underground Strength & Wellness Clinic

1041 Parkside Commons Suite 101, Greensboro

We are thrilled to welcome Underground Strength & Wellness to the Lake Oconee community! Their team of medical and wellness experts are dedicated to helping clients achieve optimal health, featuring a range of personalized services, including testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for men and women, prescription weight loss programs, peptide treatments, and IV hydration services to help clients feel their best.

Their new Greensboro clinic provides a welcoming environment where clients can achieve their health and wellness goals with experts by their side. Come by and start your journey to feeling amazing!

Luxe South Interiors

706-436-7558 or email luxesouthath@gmail.com

Exciting news for the Lake Oconee community — welcome Luxe South Interiors! Owned and operated by Ashton Bowen, Luxe South Interiors specializes in custom window treatments, including shades, shutters, blinds, draperies, awnings, exterior shades, and screens—all of which can be motorized for effortless control.

With 10 years of industry experience in the Southeast, Ashton is passionate about helping customers bring their vision to life and transform their home. Luxe South Interiors ensures a seamless experience, from design selection to installation.

Whether you're updating your home or designing a new space, Luxe South Interiors can help create beautiful, functional interiors tailored to your style. Contact them for a free in-home consultation and estimate!

The Yesterday Cafe

114 N. Main Street, Greensboro

The Yesterday Cafe, the beloved, family-owned restaurant in Downtown Greensboro, has recently reopened. Their “world famous” buttermilk pies are back, and we couldn’t be more excited! The restaurant is now welcoming guests Monday through Saturday from 11am to 2pm, offering the beloved dishes and atmosphere that patrons have missed. (Online ordering is also available!)

Nestled in the heart of historic downtown Greensboro, The Yesterday Cafe has been a place for celebrations and everyday moments for years and is ready to be part of the community once again.

Brown Haven Homes

Now Serving Lake Oconee

Brown Haven Homes, a renowned custom home builder in the Southeast, has recently expanded its presence with a new office at Lake Oconee. Known for their commitment to quality craftsmanship and personalized service, they offer a variety of floor plans that can be tailored to your vision and lifestyle.

Whether you’re planning your forever home or a serene retreat, their expert team is committed to making the process seamless and enjoyable. With their new Lake Oconee location, they’re ready to you bring your dream home to life in our beautiful community.

Marineworks

Serving the Lake Oconee and Lake Sinclair Areas

Ready to make your boating experience even more enjoyable? Marineworks is a new, full-service boat lift and boat cover installation company serving the Lake Oconee and Lake Sinclair areas.

No more docking your boat and wrestling with a cover — the company specializes in cutting-edge Sunstream hydraulic boat lifts and Swiftshield automatic boat covers that fully cover your boat in 30 seconds with the push of a button. Products are designed for ease of use so that everyone, including individuals with disabilities, can enjoy the water with comfort and confidence.

Marineworks’ services also include jet ski and paddle board lifts, canopy installations, lift removals, and seawall cleaning. As the only Sunstream dealer in the state, Marineworks is proud to offer top-notch products and excellent customer service. Welcome to the community, Marineworks!

Gracefully Baked Bread Company

Now Available at Scratchers Creek Market & Scratchers Creek City Market!

www.gracefullybaked.shop

Let’s welcome this delicious addition to the community! Gracefully Baked Bread Company, owned and operated by local entrepreneur Grace Caricofe, has quickly become a cherished part of the community, known for its handcrafted sourdough breads. Grace began her journey at the Harmony Crossing Farmers Market, where her breads consistently sold out each Saturday. Today, her exceptional sourdough creations, including flavors like Rosemary & Sea Salt, Cranberry, and Blueberry, as well as her popular English Muffins, are available at Scratchers Creek Market and the newly opened Scratchers Creek City Market in Downtown Greensboro.

Grace is grateful for the warm community support and hopes to continue fostering connections through her commitment to health, wellness, and clean sourdough products.

Scratcher’s Creek City Market

112 West Broad Street, Greensboro

Great news, Scratcher’s fans! The speciality meat and culinary market has opened a second location in Downtown Greensboro! Richard and Whitney Lea are the new co-owners of former local favorite, Ripe Thing Market. The market continues to be the go-to place for fresh produce, prepared meals, delicious lunches, homemade soups, specialty foods, gifts, and more. The market also recently added a bar menu, which includes tasty appetizers, beer, wine and non-alcoholic drinks, and sumptuous desserts. The menu is a perfect complement to their new Trivia Night! Be sure to follow them on Facebook for the latest!

The Power of Touch Massage Therapy

17 Harmony Crossing, Suite 2, Eatonton

Let’s extend a warm welcome to The Power of Touch Massage Therapy, LLC, owned and operated by Elisa Welbron, a licensed massage therapist with over 16 years of experience. Elisa offers a range of modalities and techniques that can address strains and sprains, improve circulation and tone, and promote general relaxation, health and healing. Services including Deep Tissue, Swedish, Sports, Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT), Pre-Natal, and Reflexology. Elsa also offers stretching and exercises to improve agility as well as specialized treatments such as dry brushing and exfoliation that enhance skin health and relaxation. Each session is customized to the individual’s needs to support optimal health and healing.

La Farmms & Company

111 N. Main Street, Greensboro

We are excited to announce the opening of La Farmms & Company, a charming children’s boutique in Downtown Greensboro. Founded by Amber Glam and named after her six children, the boutique offers a thoughtfully-curated selection of clothing, accessories, and toys for kids ages 0 to 14. From wooden toys and stuffed animals to stylish bows, shoes, and costume jewelry from the popular brand Super Smalls, La Farmms & Co is designed to make childhood moments magical. This is the perfect destinations for parents and gift-givers looking for high-quality items for children!

Slates Jewelers

646 Old Phoenix Road, Suite B, Eatonton

Welcome, Slates Jewelers, to this side of the lake! The family-owned and run business has operated in Milledgeville for nearly 10 years. Now, owners Philip and Kristine Slates are bringing their expertise in fine jewelry and repair to the Lake Oconee community with the opening of their second location. The shop offers both comprehensive repair service and a diverse selection that appeals to a variety of tastes and styles. Customer comfort and exceptional service is always a top priority at Slates. (P.S. Slates also happens to be right next door to one of our partners, IV Wellness Solutions! We love when great businesses are in good company!)

DZ Law, PC

724-388-3305

The Greene Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed DZ Law, PC as one of their newest members. Attorney David Zimmerman has launched his own law practice focused on Civil Litigation. The Chamber calls Zimmerman “a dedicated, diverse, accomplished attorney practicing in a broad spectrum of civil matters with professional level-headedness and integrity.”

RBGG Junk Removal

RBGG Junk Removal by calling 706-612-1960 or emailing RBGGLLC@gmail.com

The Greene Chamber of Commerce proudly welcomes RBGG Junk Removal to its ever-expanding membership. Serving the communities of Greene, Putnam, Morgan, and Baldwin Counties, RBGG Junk Removal is ready to tackle any project, big or small. Whether you're looking to clear out a cluttered storage unit or need something removed from your home or garage, RBGG is here to help.

Co-owner Bennon Smith shares, “We are four guys who got into this business to serve the community. We recognized a need and knew we could fulfill it.” With diverse backgrounds in construction, hospitality, forestry, and appliance repair, the team members manage their full-time jobs while coordinating their days off to come together and address the community's needs.

Greene Chamber President Mika Mills adds, “Greene County and the surrounding areas are fortunate to have access to this new service. Everyone has items they need to dispose of, but not everyone has the means or assistance to get it done.”

Metropolis Cafe

1000 Parkside Main Suite 103, Greensboro

Welcoming to Metropolis Cafe to Lake Oconee! Since 2009, Metropolis Cafe has been a beloved dining destination in Milledgeville, renowned for its authentic Greek cuisine and vibrant atmosphere. Now, we're excited they are bringing their delicious offerings to the Lake Oconee community starting September 26th.

Indulge in their mouth-watering Greek dishes, and don't miss the special Indian cuisine feature every Thursday. Plus, enjoy weekly specials like Wine Wednesday, perfect for mid-week relaxation. We must patiently await the processing of their liquor license, while we enjoy their delectable cuisine. By mid-October, they anticipate being fully equipped to pour delightful cocktails and serve a curated selection of wines.

Lake Country Gift & Book Store

109 Harmony Crossing, Eatonton

Let’s welcome Lake Country Gift & Book Store, locally owned and operated independent bookstore nestled in the heart of Lake Oconee. We're thrilled to announce they have opened their doors to book lovers and gift seekers alike! The charming store offers a curated selection of books across various genres, along with unique gifts perfect for any occasion. Don't miss the delightful kids' section, designed to inspire young readers with a diverse collection of children's books. Visit Lake Country Gift & Book Store today and experience the warm, welcoming community atmosphere that makes us a local favorite!

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!
Your Friends At Lake Oconee Life

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