Planned
Community
by Lake Greenwood, South Carolina
Newport is a planned development based on the shores of Lake Greenwood, South Carolina. The community requires membership to Olde Eight at Stoney Point. Newport Owners enjoy the amenities of a pool, fitness center, tennis courts, and club. For information, refer to the Newport Olde Eight Realtor Guide on the Documents page.
Newport is a neighborhood where you and your family can own a distinctive four-seasons residence in an established community of luxury homes. The community is growing and lots are in demand. The commitment to a superior level of community is well-evidenced.
Newport Highlights:
- 146 well-wooded waterfront acres
- Excellent proximity to the cities of Greenwood and Ninety-Six
- Only 182 homesites
- Walking paths
- Fishing ponds
- Distinctive architecture
- Spacious floorplans
- Garages and covered porches
- The challenge of the Olde Eight Golf Course
- The Clubhouse
- 4,000 square-foot fitness center
- Covered pool
- Tennis courts
- Two airports nearby:
- Greenville/Spartanburg – 45 minutes
- Charlotte International – 2 hours and 15 minutes
Annual Events
At the lake, you will find plenty of room for everything you love to do on the water, from sailing, jet skiing, and water skiing to canoeing and kayaking. Lake Greenwood State Park is available for use by all residents and is known locally as the host site for the South Carolina Festival of Flowers Triathlon held each June. In addition to hosting the annual triathlon, the park provides year-round opportunities for excellent South Carolina Bass fishing, boating, camping, and hiking.
Lake Greenwood celebrates Independence Day by having its annual signature event, Lights on the Lake with fireworks, concerts, and vendors.
There are also various fishing tournaments, boat and kayak events, boat shows, and clinics
News and Events
Newport News and Events:
- Newport POA Board Meetings - Some property owners may be interested in attending and/or addressing a topic of concern during the monthly POA Board Meetings. The meetings occur on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 8:30am at different locations (depending on which board member is hosting in their home). If you are interested in attending, please contact a board member at least a week in advance.
- Book Club - Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month. If interested, contact Karen Martin at karenmartinrn@gmail.com
- Bible Study Group - Meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. If interested, contact David & Beckie Tuteral at tuteralb@aol.com
- Lake Cleanup - Big THANK YOU to Janice White for organizing. We had many residents walking the shoreline picking up trash on Saturday February 7th.
- *NEW* Newport Wine Walk - Big shout out to everyone who volunteered, donated, and attended our annual wine walk. We had a great time at each of the stops with plenty of wine, food, and friends. Thanks to Judy, Lisa and Mark, Beckie and David for hosting and Teams for all their help.
Newport Adventure Day:
Interested in learning more about where you live and getting to know your
neighbors? If so text Jane Trnka @ 407-883-1074. Date and time TBD depending on interest.
2026 Newport POA Assessments:
Assessments are due by the end of March. If you have questions/ concerns, contact newportpoa.treasurer@gmail.com. Also refer to the Newport POA Assessments and Dues document on the "Documents" page, located under the POA Documents section.
2026 Newport Working Capital Fund (property transfer fee):
$500 is due at the time of conveyance of each lot/home. Due NLT 30 days after closing on the property. For more information, see the Documents page (Newport POA Assessments and Dues 2026)
Trash / Recycle Containers:
When containers are stored, they cannot be visible from the road and properly screened. Also, containers are only permitted to be placed for pickup the day before and the day of pickup the containers must be stored away. Warning notifications and fines will be issued for non-compliance.
Fishing at the Newport Ponds:
Only owners and families residing in Newport are permitted to fish. Guests must be accompanied by the owners. This applies to all amenities including the Boardwalk. Those who don't comply will be trespassing. The Board, as well as anyone, has the right to call the Sheriff's dept as appropriate.
Pets:
The new Newport Pet Policy is now available on the Documents page under the POA Documents section.
*NEW* Upcoming Newport Town Hall:
Purpose: review and discuss changes to the Declaration of Covenants. See Attachment.
Date: May 7th from 6-8pm at the Stoney Point Club House (100 Lake Clubhouse Lane).
Newport Storage Agreement-2026:
The new storage agreement for 2026 is now on the Newport website under the Documents Page. Please review and complete your updated storage agreement. Contact Don Lowman at 828-238-1447 for questions and payment.
*NEW* Newport 2026 Annual POA Meeting:
The 2026 annual meeting will occur on August 15th from 9am to noon at the Stoney Point Club House. More information will be coming out soon about the meeting and agenda.
Newport Flag Program:
The flag program is up and running! This allows Newport an opportunity to show their pride and patriotism by displaying the American Flag in front of our homes and property on 5 holidays per year (Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, and Veterans Day).
The flag program is also a way for Newport to support local charities. In 2024, Newport made donations of $2,048.59 to three separate charities: Tranquility Point, the Pathway House, and to the Humane Society. In 2025 we raised $3,400! Many thanks to all who contributed! 2026 fundraising will begin in April / May.
