Governor’s Walk Phase One Opens in Lavonia

The City of Lavonia welcomed the completion of the first phase of a new, in-town subdivision this week called Governor’s Walk.

On Wednesday, the first four homes along E. Main St. were opened for a special open house and reception for city officials, realtors, and others.

Built by GDP Holdings, Inc. the new homes are the first of a multi-phase development along E. Main St. Developer Scott Appling is one of the owners of GDP Holdings, Inc.

Appling said they designed the homes to blend in with the existing neighborhood.

For decades it was common for young families to move outside of a metro or downtown area into what became the suburbs.

But Appling pointed out that the younger generation is looking for homes closer to downtown areas where there it’s an easy walk to shops and restaurants.

The Governors Walk community is so named because it’s being built on property owned for generations by the Vandiver family. Appling said they also wanted to stay true to the history of the properties.

The four new homes are Phase 1 of the planned Governor’s Walk community and work will soon begin on four more, according to Appling.

The townhome community will also have amenities such as pickleball courts, a dog walk area, and walking trails.