Planning a honeymoon stay at Boar's Head Resort

Boar's Head Resort in Charlottesville is a four-diamond resort on a large estate offering on-site dining, pools, a full Sports Club and The Spa — a convenient base for a honeymoon that mixes spa time, lakefront dining at The Mill Room, and nearby Monticello and UVA sightseeing. Book a Deluxe Room (available with 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds) and plan spa treatments and a Mill Room dinner in advance.
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Location & getting there
Boar's Head Resort is at 200 Ednam Drive, Charlottesville, Virginia. The resort is about a 20–25 minute drive from Charlottesville-Albemarle Regional Airport and a short drive to the University of Virginia and downtown Charlottesville.
Taxis, ride-shares, or a rental car are common ways to reach nearby wineries, Monticello and the Blue Ridge Parkway. The resort also offers an airport shuttle.
- Address: 200 Ednam Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22903
- Nearest airport: Charlottesville-Albemarle Regional Airport (about 10 miles)
- Short drives to UVA (Rotunda/Lawn), Monticello and downtown Mall
| Nearby | Typical drive time |
|---|---|
| University of Virginia (Rotunda/Lawn) | About 5 minutes |
| Monticello | About 15–16 minutes |
| Downtown Mall | About 8 minutes |

Rooms & where to stay for a honeymoon
Guest accommodations are listed under a single room type name: Deluxe Room. You can book a Deluxe Room with either 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds depending on preference.
Rooms include the in-room amenities covered by the resort fee such as in-room bottled water, in-room coffee, an in-room safe, and complimentary Wi‑Fi. Check-in begins at 4:00 p.m.; check-out is 11:00 a.m.
- Room type name: Deluxe Room
- Bed options: 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds
- Resort-fee inclusions: bottled water, coffee, safe, fitness/Sports Club access, valet parking (per property listings)
| Room name | Bed options |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Typical features | Wi‑Fi, in-room coffee, bottled water, safe |
| Check-in / out | 4:00 p.m. / 11:00 a.m. |

Dining and romantic meals
The Mill Room is the resort's main restaurant offering Contemporary American and Southern cuisine with outdoor seating overlooking Heritage Lake. Dinner service runs nightly and reservations are recommended for an evening out.
Casual options include Turn & Table Grill and Bar and Racquets Fresh Market for quicker meals; Aqua Poolside Food & Drink offers seasonal poolside service (seasonal hours vary). A 24-hour Grab-N-Go near the lobby covers snacks and drinks.
- The Mill Room: breakfast, brunch (Sun), lunch (Mon–Sat), dinner nightly — reservations recommended
- Turn & Table Grill and Bar: casual all-day dining (new concept planned in resort materials)
- Aqua Poolside Food & Drink: seasonal poolside bar and food service
| Dining venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| The Mill Room | Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner (reservations recommended) |
| Racquets Fresh Market | Casual cafe (no reservations) |
| Aqua Poolside Food & Drink | Seasonal poolside service |

Pools, spa and pampering
The resort has three outdoor pools: a family Aquatics Center with lap lanes, a lazy river and a slide, plus an adults-only Resort Pool at The Spa (the adults-only pool is available to hotel guests, members and spa guests).
The Spa at Boar's Head Resort offers a full menu of treatments (for example Swedish and hot stone massages, facials, body treatments and couple's massage). Spa hours and arrival policies vary — guests are asked to arrive about 30 minutes before an appointment to relax.
- Aquatics Center: family pool, lap pool (hours vary by day), lazy river and slide — pools reserved for overnight guests and members
- Resort Pool at The Spa: adults-only pool; seasonal hours and food service apply
- Spa services: massages, facials, body treatments, couple's treatments; arrive ~30 minutes early
| Facility | Notes |
|---|---|
| Aquatics Center | Reserved for overnight guests and members; includes family amenities and lap lanes |
| Resort Pool (The Spa) | Adults-only; open seasonally to guests, members and spa visitors |
| Spa | Treatment rooms, steam rooms; check current hours before booking |
Activities and day trips for couples
On-site recreation includes a championship 18-hole golf course, a 6-hole par-3 course, tennis and racquet facilities, a climbing wall, and miles of walking/biking trails. The Sports Club and its fitness center and racquet facilities are included for guests but are reserved for overnight guests and members.
Charlottesville-area excursions popular with couples include Monticello tours, winery visits on the Monticello Wine Trail, and short drives into the Blue Ridge foothills for hiking or scenic drives.
- On-site: golf (18-hole and par-3), tennis (indoor/outdoor), squash, pickleball, climbing wall, fitness classes
- Nearby day trips: Monticello, wineries on the Monticello Wine Trail, Blue Ridge Parkway viewpoints
- Sports Club access and many group fitness classes are included for overnight guests
| Activity | Where |
|---|---|
| Golf | On-site championship course and Birdwood Golf Course nearby |
| Wine tasting | Monticello Wine Trail (many wineries within short drives) |
| Historic sightseeing | Monticello, UVA Rotunda/Lawn, Michie Tavern |
Practical planning tips
Book The Mill Room and spa treatments in advance, especially on weekends. The resort's check-in is 4:00 p.m. and check-out is 11:00 a.m.; late check-out may be available on request and subject to availability.
The resort provides free self-parking, an electric vehicle charging station and valet parking (valet included in some resort-fee inclusions per property listings). Confirm pet policies, resort-fee details and any fees directly with the hotel if you need specifics for your stay.
- Check-in 4:00 p.m.; check-out 11:00 a.m.
- Reserve spa appointments and dinner reservations early
- Confirm any extra fees (resort fee, breakfast, pet fee) with the resort before arrival
| Need-to-know | Action |
|---|---|
| Spa appointment | Reserve early; arrive ~30 minutes before service |
| Dinner at The Mill Room | Make reservations for dinner and weekend brunch |
| Transport | Arrange airport shuttle or rental car; shuttle information may be available from the resort |


