Frequently Asked Questions
Boar's Head Resort - Charlottesville, Virginia
Resort Information
What is Boar's Head Resort known for?
Boar's Head Resort is a luxury resort in Charlottesville, Virginia, offering elegant accommodations, championship golf, award-winning dining, a world-class sports club, spa, aquatics center and more than 600 scenic acres near the University of Virginia and mulitple local wineries, breweries and cideries.
Where is Boar's Head Resort located?
Boar's Head Resort is located in Charlottesville, Virginia, just minutes from the University of Virginia, Downtown Charlottesville, Monticello and dozens of wineries, breweries and cideries. The resort is also just minutes from the beginning of the Blue Ridge Parkway and the entrance of Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive.
How far is the resort from the University of Virginia?
Boar's Head Resort is approximately five minutes from the University of Virginia, making it a popular place to stay for UVA visitors, alumni, sporting events and graduation weekends.The resort is also owned and operated by the University of Virginia Foundation and is home to the UVA golf, tennis and squash teams.
Who owns Boar's Head Resort?
Boar's Head Resort is proudly owned and operated by the University of Virginia Foundatoin. The resort also plays home to UVA's men's and women's tennis, squash and golf teams.
Is Boar's Head Resort open to the public?
In many cases, yes. Guests do not always have to stay overnight to enjoy many of Boar's Head Resort's amenities. Visitors are welcome to dine at select restaurants, play golf, book spa treatments, and attend events. The Sports Club at Boar's Head resort is exclusively reserved for overnight hotel guests and members.
Is Birdwood Mansion a part of Boar's Head Resort?
Yes, Birdwood Mansion is a 7-room botique hotel that is owned and operated by Boar's Head Resort. The Mansion is located on the eastern side of the resort and sits directly adjacent to the 17th green of Birdwood Golf course.
When is the best time to visit Boar's Head Resort?
Boar's Head Resort offers unique experiences year-round and central Virginia comes alive in its own unique way for all four seasons. Spring and fall are popular for golf and outdoor activities, summer features family recreation and resort amenities, while winter offers seasonal dining, holiday events and cozy getaways.
Does the resort have a spa?
Yes. The Spa at Boar's Head Resort is located just behing the main inn building and offers massages, facials, body treatments and wellness services in a relaxing setting open to both resort guests and local visitors.
Is Boar's Head Resort family friendly?
Yes. Families can enjoy the aquatics center, outdoor recreation, golf, hiking trails, dining, racquet sports and seasonal events throughout the year.
What attractions are near Boar's Head Resort?
Nearby attractions include the University of Virginia, multiple historic presidential homes, a walkable downtown mall, Shenandoah National Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway and numerous wineries, cideries and breweries. Charlottesville also has a vibrant food scene wtih muiltiple uninque restaurants and coffee shops near to the resort.
Is Boar's Head Resort close to Charlottesville wineries?
Yes. The resort is located near many award-winning wineries along the Monticello Wine Trail, making it an ideal home basecamp for Virginia wine country vacations.
What are the resort's hours of operation?
Accomodations
What types of accommodations are available at Boar's Head Resort?
Boar's Head Resort offers guest rooms, suites and luxury accommodations designed for romantic getaways, family vacations, business travel and special occasions. For the ultimate in luxury, the resort is also home to Birdwood Mansion, a 7-room botique hotel with historical elegance and upscale rooms and dining.
Does the resort have pet-friendly accomodatoins?
The resort is a true oasis for k-9 companions and has multilple open spaces and miles of walking paths that are good for pets and their human counterparts. Not all rooms are pet-friendly and there are a limited number that can be booked online or by calling one of our warm-spirited reservation agents.
Does Boar's Head Resort offer packages or special pricing?
Yes. The resort offers seasonal getaway packages that may include accommodations, dining, golf, spa experiences and special events. Visit the OFFERS page on the resort website to view all of the current offerings.
Recreation and Dining
What restaurants are at Boar's Head Resort?
Boar's Head Resort offers several dining experiences, including fine dining, casual restaurants, bars and seasonal outdoor dining. Guests can enjoy locally inspired cuisine, handcrafted cocktails and beautiful mountain views.
The Mill Room is the resort's marquee dining establishment and offers fine dining experience with a glass backed bar and outdoor seating overlooking Heritage Lake. The grill at Birdwood Golf course offers a more casual atmosphere and Racquets Food & Drink in The Sports Club is a great grand-and-go spot for a quick bite or drink.
Reservations are strongly reccomended for The Mill Room.
Does Boar's Head Resort have a golf course?
Yes. Boar's Head Resort is home to Birdwood Golf Course, an award-winning championship course designed by Davis Love III that welcomes both resort guests and the public. Adjacent to the Championship course is The Nest par-3 course and an 18-hole putting green.
Birdwood is the home course of the University of Virginia men's and women's golf teams.
Is Birdwood Golf open to the public?
Yes. Birdwood golf serves as a private member-based golf course but is also open to the public and hotel guests. Guests can book a tee time by calling the Birdwood Golf Pro Shop: (434) 293-4653
Does Boar's Head have racquet sports on site?
Yes. The Boar's Head Sports Club features a nationally recognized racquet sports facilities with indoor and outdoor courts, professional instruction, clinics and leagues. There is also a world-class squash facility and outdoor padel courts. The entire racquet sports facility is exclusively reserved for members and hotel guests.
Is The Sports Club open to the community?
The Sports Club at Boar's Head Resort is exclusively reserved for hotel guests and members.
Does the resort have a swimming pool?
Yes. The resort has a full Aquatics Center at The Sports Club with a family pool, lap lanes, lazy river and slide. There is also an adult-only pool located directly adjacent to The Spa.
The Aquatics Center pools are exclusively reserved for hotel guests and members. The resort pool at The Spa is for hotel guests, members and spa guests.
Resort Events
Does the resort host weddings?
Yes. Boar's Head Resort offers indoor and outdoor wedding venues, reception spaces, catering, overnight accommodations and experienced event planning services. Birdwood Mansion on the grounds of Boar's Head Resort also serves as a luxury wedding venue.
Can Boar's Head Resort host meetings and corporate events?
Yes. The resort features more than 20,000 square feet of flexible meeting rooms, conference facilities, banquet space and team-building opportunities for groups of all sizes.
Does Boar's Head Resort host sporting events?
Yes. Boar's Head Resort hosts a wide variety of sporting events throughout the year, including tennis, pickleball, squash, swimming, golf and more. As the home of the Boar's Head Sports Club and Birdwood Golf, the resort regularly welcomes local, regional and national tournaments, many of which feature collegiate, junior and professional athletes. The resort also hosts charity tournaments, youth camps and community events, making it one of the premier destinations for sports in Virginia. The resort is also home to the University of Virginia's squash, golf and tennis teams, so all of the teams' home matches and games are at the resort.
Does the resort offer special events that are open to the public?
Yes. Throughout the year, Boar's Head Resort hosts a variety of special events that are open to the public, including holiday celebrations, live music, wine dinners, culinary experiences, festivals, comedy shows, family activities and seasonal events like the Winter Wander Trail of Lights. Many events are ticketed and welcome both resort guests and local visitors. Check the resort's Events Calendar for the latest schedule and ticket information.