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Kingsmill Resort in Virginia

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Kingsmill Resort

Best for
buddies
Airport
RIC

Kingsmill Resort — overview

Kingsmill Resort sits on the banks of the James River in historic Williamsburg, pairing three championship golf courses with a full-service riverside resort. The Pete Dye-designed River Course has hosted 38 PGA and LPGA Tour events, while the Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay-designed Plantation Course winds through the site of a 1736 plantation.

Best months
April – June, September – October
Ideal length
3–5 days
From airport
45 min

Trip Packages at Kingsmill Resort

Starting points. Everything is built around your dates, group size, and the courses you want to play.

Kingsmill Elite Golf

Kingsmill's premier golf package, pairing rounds on the resort's championship courses with southern hospitality and riverside resort accommodations.

Kingsmill Stay and Play Package

Overnight resort accommodations paired with one round of golf on the River or Plantation Course.

Kingsmill Resort in Virginia — golf lifestyle

What to Expect at Kingsmill Resort

Why visit

Kingsmill is one of the few resorts where a Tour-tested golf trip and a genuine slice of American history sit side by side. The River Course — a Pete Dye design and Golf Digest Top 100 layout — has hosted 38 PGA and LPGA Tour events, including the Pure Silk Championship, and closes with three riverside holes golfers compare to Pebble Beach. The Plantation Course, designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay, plays through landmarks from Richard Kingsmill's original 1736 plantation. Beyond the fairways, the resort's marina, three pools, spa, and riverside dining sit minutes from Colonial Williamsburg, Busch Gardens, and Jamestown Settlement, making it an easy add-on for groups that want golf and sightseeing in the same trip.

Accommodations

Kingsmill offers resort guest rooms and 1–3 bedroom condos, five riverside cottages, the Palmer and Dye Houses at the Villas at Wareham's Pond, and a 7,000-square-foot four-bedroom private estate — all on the resort grounds.

Resort amenities

Dining ranges from the riverside James Landing Grille — the only riverside dining experience in Williamsburg — to Eagles in the golf clubhouse, the River's Edge breakfast buffet, and The Mill bakery and coffee shop by the tennis complex. The marina anchors a full slate of water activities on the James River, and the resort also has three pools, a spa, tennis courts, and a fitness center.

  • Two championship 18-hole courses (River & Plantation)
  • Full-service marina with jet skis, pontoons, and paddleboarding
  • Three resort pools
  • On-site spa and fitness center
Where to stay

4 hand-picked stays.

Each property is selected for proximity to the next round, the kind of evening that fits a long golf trip, and the feel we want for the group.

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Guest Rooms & Condos
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Guest Rooms & Condos

Comfortable guest rooms and 1–3 bedroom condos located throughout the resort, positioned near guests' favorite activities.

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The Cottages
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The Cottages

Five riverside cottages on the James River offering resort living as part of the exclusive Kingsmill community.

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The Villas at Wareham's Pond
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The Villas at Wareham's Pond

The Palmer and Dye Houses offer spacious layouts, private gathering spaces, and large decks on the banks of Wareham's Pond — ideal for golf getaways and group retreats.

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The Estate at Kingsmill
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The Estate at Kingsmill

A 7,000-square-foot, four-bedroom private estate overlooking the James River with an infinity pool, private chef, and custom golf cart access.

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Plan Your Trip to Kingsmill Resort

Getting there

The closest airport is Newport News-Williamsburg International (PHF), about 15 miles and a 23-minute drive, with direct American Airlines service from Charlotte. Richmond International (RIC) and Norfolk International (ORF) are roughly 45–60 minutes away and offer more direct nonstop destinations. Kingsmill also partners with Amtrak Virginia — the Williamsburg station is 5 miles from the resort with shuttle service and a 10% guest discount — and guests can arrange private charter or seaplane arrival directly at the Kingsmill Marina.

Best time to visit
April through June and September through October offer the mildest weather for golf, avoiding the height of the Mid-Atlantic summer humidity; the resort is playable nearly year-round given Virginia's temperate climate.
Who it's best for
Buddies trips, corporate golf outings, and history-minded groups wanting championship golf alongside Colonial Williamsburg.
Address
1010 Kingsmill Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Course details
Kingsmill features three 18-hole courses: the Pete Dye-designed River Course along the James River, host to 38 PGA and LPGA Tour events including the Pure Silk Championship; the 6,432-yard, par-72 Plantation Course, designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay through the site of Richard Kingsmill's 1736 plantation; and the Woods Course, open exclusively to Members and their guests.
Location
Williamsburg, Virginia
Nearest airport
Richmond International Airport (RIC)
Trip style
Resort
Best for
buddies trips, corporate golf outings, history-and-golf combo trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Kingsmill Resort

How many golf courses does Kingsmill Resort have?

Three championship 18-hole courses: the Pete Dye-designed River Course, the Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay-designed Plantation Course, and the Woods Course, which is reserved for Members and their guests.

What tournaments has the River Course hosted?

The River Course has hosted 38 PGA and LPGA Tour events over more than three decades, including the Pure Silk Championship, and is ranked among Golf Digest's Top 100 Courses in America.

What's the closest airport to Kingsmill Resort?

Newport News-Williamsburg International Airport (PHF) is closest at about 15 miles (23 minutes). Richmond International (RIC) and Norfolk International (ORF) are both roughly 45–60 minutes away and offer more direct flight options.

Is Kingsmill Resort pet-friendly?

Yes — select guest rooms allow up to two dogs or cats per stay.

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Where is Kingsmill Resort?

1010 Kingsmill Road, James City, Virginia 23185, United States

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