We are owners at Silver Lake. We have a float week in the older section buildings 100 to 700. We much prefer them especially if we can get a ground floor unit as it is really close to our vehicle. As other posters have said location is the best. Exit out of resort turn left. Go to lights, turn right and you are now on the Osceola Parkway which is direct access to all Disney Parks. We use this route to go everywhere.
Pools are great the main pool is open until midnight. Bar serves salads, sandwiches, pizza, burgers, hot dogs, chicken fingers, etc. and you get a generous portion. Grounds are well kept, the employees are always busy working on the property. Check in is a breeze, staff is great.
You can call ahead and ask for Kristi in reservations and ask her what area she has you booked into. And if possible ask her for a specific building and floor, she is very nice and if she can accomodate Kristi will.
You can access a map from
www.silverlakeresort.com to show you buidling locations on property. If you have a 2 bedroom that sleeps 8 people you will probably be in building 100 to 700.
I don't recall a shuttle anywhere. If there is there will definitely be a charge. I would not recommend staying off Disney property without a vehicle of some kind.
Have a great time, you will enjoy Silver Lake Resort