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[Boomer4593]

I can request Building 12, 14, or 15?? Anyone know which one is best??

 

[Boomer4593]

I can request Building 12, 14, or 15?? Anyone know which one is best??

 

[tchrrx]

We stayed in building 12, and it was fine. It was a little bit of a walk to the beach & pool, but very handy for going to the campfire.

 

[WolfpackFan]

Update on Squid Lips. We ate there last night. I would say it is just okay. Not really bad but not great either. I had the Shrimp and Jalapeño Cheese Grits. Didn't see any Jalapeños or Cheese in the grits. Overall it was kind of bland IMO, but then again my favorite dish in the world is shrimp and grits, so I have a lot to compare against. DW had the stuffed flounder which was good but not great. The veggies came straight out of a freezer bag. We did enjoy eating right next to the water though and the waitress was very friendly. Overall, we might would return again especially considering we've had a hard time finding any place around the VB resort to eat that seems to be be reasonably priced with good reviews. To date our favorite place continues to be Shutters.

 

[downontheBW]

I can request Building 12, 14, or 15?? Anyone know which one is best??

As PP said, 12 is the furthest from the pool; building 14 is very close but 15 isn't much farther. If you can get building 15 top floor, you may get a peek at the ocean - we did when on the south side of the building.

The entire resort is quite compact so nothing is too far. The landscaping hides most views but we love it there anyway.

 

[WolfpackFan]

As PP said, 12 is the furthest from the pool; building 14 is very close but 15 isn't much farther. If you can get building 15 top floor, you may get a peek at the ocean - we did when on the south side of the building.

Building 12 on top floor also has a good view of the ocean. I'm looking at it right now.

 

[WolfpackFan]

I can request Building 12, 14, or 15?? Anyone know which one is best??

I just did a walkabout to see exactly where the ocean views are. Basically for 1 and 2 BR cottages there are only six units with decent ocean views. Bldg. 12 and 15 have good views if you are on ocean side and on the 2nd and 3rd floors in Bldg. 15 or the 3rd floor in Bldg. 12. Bldg. 14 is pretty much blocked off by GV's and trees.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

We were there last week and Shutters was our worst meal We did have 2 meals at Sonyas that were fantastic!!!

That is too bad Interestingly, It is the same kitchen serving both restaurants. I don't know if it is the same chefs though... Are you typically accustomed to upscale dining? Just wondering...

 

[CruznLexi]

Anyone done the character breakfast? Worth doing? We have 2 night at KV then 2 nights at VB before our Dream cruise.

 

[robhawk]

Anyone done the character breakfast? Worth doing? We have 2 night at KV then 2 nights at VB before our Dream cruise.

We really enjoyed the character breakfast! Looking forward to doing it again next February!

 

[Leanne1977]

We really enjoyed the character breakfast! Looking forward to doing it again next February!

Is the breakfast a buffet and do you know the current adult price? Thanks!

 

[DisDaydreamer]

I just did a walkabout to see exactly where the ocean views are. Basically for 1 and 2 BR cottages there are only six units with decent ocean views. Bldg. 12 and 15 have good views if you are on ocean side and on the 2nd and 3rd floors in Bldg. 15 or the 3rd floor in Bldg. 12. Bldg. 14 is pretty much blocked off by GV's and trees.

Thanks for the live update. For anyone's interest the units on the ocean side are the lock-off units. The 2 bdrm dedicated units are on the parking lot side. So, if you take a 1 bdrm you will be on the ocean side, but if you are taking a 2 bdrm you need to go with the lock-off unit if you want a chance at seeing the ocean.

 

[Arthur27]

We are heading to Vero Beach in the moronung for three nights. we love vero beach resort! It's our way of kicking off for summer break with the kids. I'm looking forward to the pool, some wave jumping with the kids, and eating out.

 

[Arthur27]

Just reading some of the previous posts and saw the review of Squidlips. I enjoy squidlips. I agree that it"s not the best food ever but for the price I feel it's good plus, being on the water is great. The draft beer selection has always been good as well. I hate it when you go into a place and all they have is light beer crap.

 

[Arthur27]

I've been to Vero in october Sehandiph, and I don't recall surfing school going on at that time. But that doesn't mean they won't have it either.

 

[Boomer4593]

Can you bring your own drinks to the pool and beach? Coolers?

 

[shburks]

Thanks for the great info in this thread! We are booked at VB (not DVC members) for July 21-24 before heading up to Animal Kingdom Lodge.

 

[CruznLexi]

Yes you can bring coolers and food.

 

[SafariTigger]

Going to be there for 6/26-6/29 for our 2nd visit! We are so excited!! This thread is great! Thanks for all of the info! There were a few things I couldn't find though.
The last time we were there was in March though so there wasn't much activity in the evenings. Do they show movies at the pool at night? What other activities would be great for kids (6 & 8)?

Does the pizza place near the entrance deliver to the inn rooms?

Thanks!!

 

[Boomer4593]

We are here now. Building 12, third floor ocean view. Awesome! I discovered there is a beach entrance behind the firepit. Not sure if its any closer, but its an option for getting to the beach. We are trying to decide, squidlips or ocean grill???or something else? Wife wasn't impressed with Shutters menu.....?