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Welcome to Chartwell Arbutus
Embrace a lifestyle defined by independence, connection and West Side charm in Vancouver.
Welcome to Chartwell Arbutus, an independent and assisted living retirement residence in Vancouver’s desirable Kitsilano neighbourhood. Designed for older adults looking for comfort and choice in their retirement years, our residence offers spacious suites, flexible dining options, and optional wellness support that can adapt as your needs change.
Here, you can enjoy the privacy of your own suite while feeling part of a close-knit community. With housekeeping and transportation services at your disposal, as well as inviting amenities like our rooftop patio and wellness centre, life at Chartwell Arbutus feels both easy and full of possibility.
The best of Kitsilano on your doorstep
Located on Vancouver’s West Side, Chartwell Arbutus places you in the heart of Kitsilano, a neighbourhood known for its relaxed residential feel, leafy streets, and easy access to the best of city living. Everyday services, local cafés, green spaces, and cultural destinations are all within reach, while nearby transit makes it simple to explore beyond your usual routine. Whether you enjoy nature walks, shopping, cycling, golf, or tennis, this location supports an active, fulfilling lifestyle shaped by convenience and connection to the wider Vancouver community.
Independent by design, supportive by nature
At Chartwell Arbutus, independence comes with the reassurance of choice. You can cook in your own suite, share a meal with neighbours in the dining room, or savour fresh air on the rooftop patio with views of English Bay. Our amenity spaces are designed to make daily life feel comfortable and engaging, from the fitness centre to the salon. When additional support would be helpful, flexible wellness services can be tailored to your preferences and adjusted over time—including dedicated assisted living packages—helping you feel confident about the future.
A selection of inviting suites
Starting from $5,095/month
At Chartwell Arbutus, you can choose a living space that feels right for the lifestyle you want today, with flexibility for the future. Our studio, one-bedroom, one-bedroom-plus-den, and two-bedroom suites feature convenient kitchenettes or full kitchens for those who enjoy cooking. With thoughtful layouts, comfortable living areas, and room for your cherished furnishings and personal touches, each suite is designed to feel like home from the moment you settle in.
The dining experience
Dining at Chartwell Arbutus is designed with flexibility in mind. Our suites feature full kitchens or kitchenettes, so you can prepare your favourite meals at home whenever you wish. And when you feel like joining neighbours, you can enjoy a meal in our elegant dining room, or take your coffee to the rooftop patio for sunrise views of English Bay. However you choose to dine, the experience feels relaxed, social, and entirely your own.
Take a closer look at the lifestyle at Chartwell Arbutus.
Activities and amenities
Life at Chartwell Arbutus offers plenty of ways to stay active and connected. Enjoy a friendly putt on the rooftop green, get some sun on the patio, keep moving in the fitness centre, or make time for a visit to the salon and spa. These amenity spaces support both relaxed routines and social moments, while our life enrichment experiences create opportunities to explore interests, socialize with neighbours, and enjoy the wider Vancouver community.
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Senior living in Vancouver
Chartwell Arbutus offers senior living in one of Vancouver’s most desirable neighbourhoods. Set in Kitsilano on the city’s West Side, our retirement community combines a calm residential atmosphere with access to local services, green spaces, transit, and the broader city. It’s an ideal setting for older adults who want the freedom to enjoy Vancouver their way, with optional wellness support available if needs change and welcoming spaces to return to each day.
Things to do in Vancouver
Vancouver offers an inspiring mix of nature, culture, and everyday convenience, and Chartwell Arbutus places much of it within easy reach. In Kitsilano, you can enjoy leafy neighbourhood walks, browse local shops, meet friends at cafés, or spend time outdoors at nearby parks and beaches. The West Side also offers access to cycling routes, tennis, golf, and scenic shoreline paths for those who appreciate fresh air and movement.
Beyond the neighbourhood, Vancouver’s favourite destinations invite exploration, from Granville Island’s public market and artisan studios to Stanley Park, English Bay, and the city’s galleries, theatres, and restaurants. With transit outside the door and residence transportation services available, it’s easy to stay connected to familiar routines, discover new places, and welcome family and friends for outings that reflect the beauty and energy of the city. Every week can hold something familiar, spontaneous, or new, whether close to home or farther into Vancouver.