Lansdowne

Lansdowne, VA, is a census-designated place, planned community, and beloved town in the Washington Metropolitan Area. It is only 25 miles from Washington, D.C, about 30 to 40 minutes from the capital.

This is a small town, but there’s so much to do. Learn more about what Lansdowne, VA, has to offer below!

A Brief History

This town is close to Leesburg, North of State Route 7 and south of the Potomac River. Leesburg is the county where some of Virginia’s most famous families resided (most notably Robert E. Lee, from the Lee family, who was the Confederate States Army commander during the American Civil War). This town had a planned community inception in 1740. Today, it has a population of almost 11,260.

Before the Revolutionary War, the Lee family opened a cotton manor in Lansdowne.

Notable sights, architecture, and things to do in Lansdowne include:

-Potomac Heritage Trail
-Lansdowne Resort
-The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
-The Inova Loudoun Hospital

The Virginian area also includes the luxurious, gated community called the Lansdowne woods of Virginia.

Things to Do

Lansdowne Resort is a particular point of interest for those visiting Northern Virginia. Inspired by the ‘good life’ of Virginia Wine Country, the resort is a short drive away and a refreshing break from the hustle and bustle of Washington D.C. The resort sprawls a staggering 476 acres in a beautiful natural setting along the Potomac River.

The site includes a fitness center, spas, 5 pools, 3 golf courses, 3 tennis courts, and 4 restaurants, with entertainment and activities available to all ages.

This town also sports a downtown district with shops, restaurants, and more!