Acclaimed Virginia luxury resort recognized for outstanding experience
(CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va.) – Keswick Hall and Golf Club – the acclaimed 600-acre luxury resort set in Virginia’s scenic Hunt Country – has been honored with the prestigious Forbes Five-Star Award in recognition of its exceptional level of luxury and service.
This is the 57th annual list of Forbes Travel Guide’s Star Rating winners – the global benchmark for hotels, restaurants and spas. Expert, anonymous inspectors visit thousands of properties annually to evaluate standards, quality, value and overall experience. Keswick Hall and Golf Club is one of only 115 properties worldwide to achieve this coveted tribute, the highest travel accolade bestowed by the publication.
Keswick Hall and Golf Club is the sole Charlottesville property on the esteemed list and one of only three in Virginia including its sister property, The Jefferson Hotel in Richmond.
Last fall, the resort opened its dramatic new Pete Dye-designed golf course, Full Cry at Keswick Golf Club, to rave reviews. Additionally, recent elegant renovations to its 48 guestrooms, world-class dining options and unparalleled customer care have combined to make the destination property the lodging choice of discerning travelers seeking a unique experience.
“Achieving the Forbes Five-Star rating is a direct result of committed ownership, focused management, and tireless efforts from our team members to provide a genuinely caring and comforting sanctuary for our guests,” says Greg Sligh, President and Managing Director. “This award confirms Keswick Hall’s combination of superior service, modern amenities and gracious Southern hospitality is hitting the mark.”
“The Forbes Five-Star Award is affirmation the potential of Keswick Hall and Golf Club’s potential has not only been realized, but one of the world’s finest properties now calls Charlottesville home,” said Keswick Hall and Golf Club Chairman, Robert Hardie. “I am immensely proud to add Keswick Hall and Golf Club to the robust group of Forbes Five-Star properties within our collection.”
Keswick Hall offers a full range of vacation and getaway packages including two excellent stay-and-play offers. The Full Cry starts at $299 (single occupancy) and includes one round of golf with cart and a night’s stay in a superior room. A guest may be added for $80. The Hunt begins at $409 (single occupancy). It features 18 holes upon arrival, one-night of lodging (superior room), and breakfast and an additional round on Full Cry the next morning. Add a guest for $130.
The region is home to Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, the University of Virginia and numerous outdoor pursuits, drawing history buffs, wine lovers, sports enthusiasts and nature seekers year-round. Keswick Hall and Golf Club has also attained Condé Nast Traveler “gold” status, and is one of Travel + Leisure’s 500 “World’s Best Hotels.”
For more information on Keswick Hall visit www.keswick.com or call 888.778.2565.
About Keswick Hall
Set in the historic hunt and wine country of central Virginia, Keswick Hall is a 600-acre boutique resort featuring 48 private guest rooms. The northern wing of the luxury resort hotel contains historic Villa Crawford, once the Italianesque private estate of the Robert Crawford family built in 1912.
A full complement of amenities and activities are available to guests, including: golf, tennis, three swimming pools, croquet, nature trails, on-site vineyard, garden / historic tours, spa and fine dining. Off-site excursions include wine tasting, Presidential home visits, University of Virginia tours, clay shooting and more.
The property is home to the historic Keswick Club, a members club introduced in 1948 when renowned architect Fred Findlay added its first nine holes of golf. The course expanded to18 holes in the mid-’50s and was renovated in 1992 by Arnold Palmer. In 2013, World Golf Hall of Fame architect Pete Dye was commissioned to create its new Full Cry layout, named in Golf Digest’s prestigious “2014 Best New Courses” list.
The country estate is a property of Richmond, Va.-based Riverstone Group under its Historic Hotels of Albemarle division. The company also owns and manages The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Resort (S.C.), The Sea Pines Resort (S.C.), The Jefferson Hotel (Va.) and The Hermitage Hotel (Tenn.).
Keswick Hall – centrally located – is an easy two-hour drive from the Washington D.C. metro area and just over three hours from Baltimore. Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) is 30 minutes away. Richmond International Airport (RIC) is a 60-minute drive.
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