One of the questions I get from people considering a move to Peachtree City is, “What is there actually to do?”
My answer is usually, “That depends. What do you like to do?”
Because if you enjoy being outside, Peachtree City gives you a lot of options.
We have lakes. Parks. Sports fields. Nature areas. Walking and biking paths. Golf-cart paths. Places to fish. Places to exercise. Places to take the kids. Places to sit and do absolutely nothing.
And honestly, sometimes that last one is the best part.
I’ve lived in Peachtree City long enough to appreciate that the outdoors isn’t something you have to plan a special trip around. It’s simply part of living here.
The Lakes Are a Big Part of Peachtree City
When people talk about the lakes in Peachtree City, Lake Peachtree is usually the first one that comes up.
It’s the lake most people associate with the city, and for good reason. It’s centrally located and is surrounded by the kind of scenery that makes you want to slow down for a minute.
But if you’re new to Peachtree City, there are actually three major lakes to know: Lake Peachtree, Lake Kedron and Lake McIntosh.
Lake Kedron is another popular spot for fishing and boating. Then there’s Lake McIntosh, which is the largest of the three at about 650 acres and has a recreation area around it. The city maintains information about boating and fishing regulations for all three lakes.
I like that you don’t have to go to the same place every time.
Sometimes you want the familiarity of Lake Peachtree. Other times you’re looking for somewhere different to spend an afternoon.
That’s one of the nice things about living here. You have choices without having to leave Peachtree City to find them.
What Do People Actually Do Outside?
This is where I think Peachtree City gets interesting.
It’s easy for a community to say it has “outdoor amenities.”
But what matters to me is whether people actually use them.
Here, they do.
You’ll find people fishing, walking, running, cycling, playing tennis, playing basketball, practicing sports, taking the kids to the playground and spending time at the parks.
There are also nature areas where you can get away from the more developed parts of the city and just enjoy being outside.
The city has more than 400 acres of parks and sports fields, along with recreation facilities and nature areas.
And you don’t have to be an athlete to enjoy any of it.
Sometimes I think we put too much pressure on the word “recreation.”
You don’t have to train for something.
You don’t have to join a league.
You don’t have to have a fitness goal.
You can just go outside.
A Place for People Who Like to Stay Active
If you’re someone who likes to keep moving, you’ll have plenty of options.
There are sports fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, playgrounds, walking areas and other recreational facilities throughout the city.
The McIntosh Trail Recreation Complex is one example. It includes walking trails, a BMX track, a dog park, Flat Creek Nature Preserve and the Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater.
And then there are all the activities that happen throughout the year.
Sports.
Community events.
Outdoor concerts.
Youth activities.
Things happening at the parks.
There always seems to be another reason to get out of the house.
And Then There Are the Quiet Places
This is actually what I appreciate most.
You don’t always want something happening.
Sometimes you want somewhere quiet.
A place to walk.
A place to sit near the water.
A place to take the dog.
A place to clear your head after a long day.
A place where you can hear yourself think.
Peachtree City has those places too.
Flat Creek Nature Preserve, for example, is part of the McIntosh Trail Recreation Complex and gives residents access to a more natural setting within the city.
You can have an active Saturday morning and a quiet Sunday afternoon without ever getting in the car and driving somewhere else.
That matters more to me now than I think it would have years ago.
What I Notice About Families
One of the things I really appreciate as a parent is that there are so many opportunities for families to do things together outside the house.
And I’m not talking about an expensive family outing that requires reservations, tickets and a two-hour drive.
I’m talking about, “Let’s go outside.”
Let’s ride.
Let’s go to the park.
Let’s walk.
Let’s play.
Let’s go see what’s happening.
Those simple things are easy to overlook, but they become the memories you end up keeping.
And with kids and teenagers, I think having those options matters.
They can spend time with friends without every interaction happening online.
They can play sports.
They can ride around.
They can explore.
They can be active.
They can simply hang out.
As a parent, I like knowing that “I’m bored” doesn’t automatically have to mean “hand me a phone.”
You Don’t Have to Leave Peachtree City to Have a Saturday
This is probably the simplest way I can describe the outdoor lifestyle here.
You can wake up Saturday morning and not have a plan.
Grab breakfast.
Head outside.
Maybe spend some time around the lake.
Maybe ride the paths.
Maybe watch a game.
Maybe take the dog out.
Maybe meet friends.
Maybe end up at The Fred for an event.
And before you know it, you’ve had a full day without ever needing to make a big production out of it.
That’s something I appreciate about Peachtree City.
There are plenty of things to do, but you don’t always feel like you’re chasing the next thing.
What This Means If You’re Considering Moving Here
If you’re researching Peachtree City homes for sale, I would encourage you to look beyond the house.
Of course, you want to know about the floor plan, finishes, price and everything else that comes with buying a home.
But also ask yourself:
What is my life going to look like when I close that front door?
Where will you walk?
Where will your kids play?
Where will you spend Saturday mornings?
Where will you go when you want to get outside?
Where will you meet friends?
Where will you go when you just need a little breathing room?
Those questions tell you much more about whether a community fits your lifestyle than a list of amenities ever could.
And this is one of the reasons I enjoy living in Peachtree City.
The outdoors isn’t something that’s off somewhere else.
It’s right here.
Living at The Enclave at Laurel Brooke
One of the things I enjoy about showing The Enclave is being able to talk about the community from the perspective of someone who actually lives in Peachtree City.
I can tell you what the home offers.
But I can also tell you what it’s like to live here.
What it feels like to have the paths nearby.
Where people go.
What’s happening around town.
Where I would spend an afternoon.
And what I think you’ll notice once you start spending time here.
Because buying a home is about more than finding a place you like.
You’re choosing where your everyday life is going to happen.
And for me, one of the best parts of everyday life in Peachtree City is knowing that when I want to get outside, I don’t have to go very far.
I can just go.
About the Author
Keena Bass is a Peachtree City resident, Georgia Realtor, and sales agent for The Enclave at Laurel Brooke
