You’re never really retired in Charlottesville

If you haven’t yet been introduced to Charlottesville, Va. you’re in for a treat. Situated about 100 miles from Washington D.C., with Richmond 70 miles to the east, this small city is nestled against Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Thomas Jefferson chose this landscape himself as the most desirable locale in the nation to build a home, a University and an entire community.

History and learning live on in Charlottesville

Charlottesville is a city where something is always happening culturally. The area is home to the University of Virginia, Jefferson’s Monticello, James Madison’s Montpelier and James Monroe’s Highland. The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia hosts frequent exhibitions, as does the Second Street Gallery. The Virginia Festival of the Book and Virginia Film Festival are nationally known, highly regarded annual events sponsored by UVA. Award-winning wineries, breweries and distilleries, music and theater add to this unending list.

An upscale retirement surrounded by sprawling natural beauty

With majestic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains as a backdrop, you can enjoy just about any outdoor activity you can imagine. Hiking, biking, fishing or birding might get you started. Tennis and golf are other popular choices. Or perhaps just a leisurely stroll along the shops and eateries of Charlottesville’s downtown pedestrian mall. All these places and all these activities are close to our campus. Keswick Hall and Boar’s Head Resort, for instance, are both just minutes away.

Enjoy upscale amenities and a luxurious life

You’ll hear the word hospitality often when you inquire about senior living communities. Presumably, the word signifies the services and amenities a community offers. Our interpretation may be a bit different. To every one of us here at Westminster-Canterbury of the Blue Ridge, hospitality is a measure of the satisfaction and genuine pleasure we derive from doing whatever it takes to please our residents. We make it our business not only to know your preferences, but also to anticipate them. Our community has built a legacy of excellence born from passion that transcends conventional notions of hospitality. Isn’t this what personal service is all about?

Everything you need, close at hand

You’ll also find a full complement of services a short walk from your home – everything from banking to barber shops. Stay physically active through one of our fitness programs, and keep your mind sharp through a lecture of class.

On-site amenities include:

  • Multiple dining options, including five-star restaurant service
  • Marketplace eatery with patio
  • Heated indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Beauty salon/Barbershop
  • Outdoor walking labyrinth
  • Library
  • Art studio
  • Flower room
  • Billiards room
  • Woodworking shop
  • On-site bank
  • Gift shop
  • Nature trails
  • Ponds
  • Chapel
  • Lectures, concerts, special events
  • Exercise classes
  • Personal fitness trainers
  • Aquatic classes
  • Lifelong learning classes
  • Vespers services and other spiritual life opportunities
  • Catering
  • Meals and accommodations for guests
  • Local scheduled transportation and group trips
  • Complimentary transportation to local medical appointments and pharmacies

For more information on the cultural and recreational resources at Westminster-Canterbury of the Blue Ridge fill out the contact form or call 434-972-2622.

Helpful Links

Charlottesville & Albemarle County

VISIT CHARLOTTESVILLE

 visitcharlottesville.org

History & Culture

THOMAS JEFFERSON'S MONTICELLO


 home.monticello.org

JAMES MADISON'S MONTPELIER

 
montpelier.org

JAMES MONROE'S HIGHLAND


 highland.org

THE KLUGE-RUHE COLLECTION
kluge-ruhe.org

Libations

FOR BEER, CIDER & WINE LOVERS


 www.nelson151.com

Entertainment

THE PARAMOUNT THEATER

 
theparamount.net

JOHN PAUL JONES ARENA

 johnpauljonesarena.com

Recreation

VIRGINIA SPORTS & ATHLETICS

virginiasports.com

FARMINGTON COUNTRY CLUB

 farmingtoncc.com

SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK

www.nps.gov/shen/index.htm

SKYLINE DRIVE

visitskylinedrive.org

BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY

blueridgeparkway.org

Education

OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE

olliuva.org

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA

 virginia.edu

THE MILLER CENTER

millercenter.org

Lodging

BOAR’S HEAD RESORT

boarsheadresort.com

HILTON GARDEN INN

 hilton.com

OMNI DOWNTOWN

omnihotels.com