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[Stacey6274]

Hi -
We will be arrving there in 2 weeks to stay a week with out 10 yr old Daughter...let me just say I am super nervous ther is not enough stuff for all of us to do, but I am sure we can find stuff.

Few quick questions for those who have stayed in the past:
Are there iron and Ironing board in each rooM?
How about blow dryers?
Is there different rate to rent chairs for the whole week?

And has anyone done the Capt Bobs Airboat? or Gater bait Air boats?
How about the Brevard Zoo?

Thanks in advance!

 

[goodferry]

We had a studio, there was a hair dryer, iron and ironing board. We did not see a different rate for weekly rentals for the chairs/umbrellas. They were very nice and it was so convenient not to have to haul them around! We did not do any thing but sit on the beach so I am no help there lol. We did rent a kayak one day and go out in the ocean, that was lots of fun!

 

[WolfpackFan]

Trying to think when we might return to VB and am considering early Nov. next year. My thinking being that most hurricanes would probably be gone by then hopefully. I'd love to hear from anyone else as to how the weather is then. We're not water people, so that doesn't bother me but would it still be warm enough to sit out on the beach? Thanks.

 

[Poppins2000]

Trying to think when we might return to VB and am considering early Nov. next year. My thinking being that most hurricanes would probably be gone by then hopefully. I'd love to hear from anyone else as to how the weather is then. We're not water people, so that doesn't bother me but would it still be warm enough to sit out on the beach? Thanks.

We spent last Thanksgiving at VBR and it was beautiful!! Not quite warm enough to swim in the ocean but the heated pool was great and so was sitting out on the beach. It was in the mid to high 70's during the day and in the low to mid 60s at night - sunrises where just gorgeous!

 

[Stacey6274]

We had a studio, there was a hair dryer, iron and ironing board. We did not see a different rate for weekly rentals for the chairs/umbrellas. They were very nice and it was so convenient not to have to haul them around! We did not do any thing but sit on the beach so I am no help there lol. We did rent a kayak one day and go out in the ocean, that was lots of fun!

Thank you! This is very helpful, I don't have to iron before I go, I can do it there! And glad I don't have to carry my blow dryer! Kayaking sounds fun!

 

[CTdaizy]

Hi -
We will be arrving there in 2 weeks to stay a week with out 10 yr old Daughter...let me just say I am super nervous ther is not enough stuff for all of us to do, but I am sure we can find stuff.

Few quick questions for those who have stayed in the past:
Are there iron and Ironing board in each rooM?
How about blow dryers?
Is there different rate to rent chairs for the whole week?

And has anyone done the Capt Bobs Airboat? or Gater bait Air boats?
How about the Brevard Zoo?


Hey there, we just stayed at VB last week, July 9-11. We have a 10yo and a 12yo. Both had tons of fun. We swam in the pool and the ocean. Also went to the campfire one night, they provided s'mores. We also went on a turtle walk with the sea turtle conservancy- highly recommend this. Just search online. We also did the gator boat ride with Marsh Beast, it was great. Go in the morning before it gets too hot. We saw about 20 gators! As for beach items, we went to Wal-Mart down in Ft. Lauderdale before going to VB and got beach stuff- boogie boards were $8 and chairs were $10. Much cheaper than renting. We left them at the resort when we left with a note on them to give to the cast members. Couldn't tell you about hair dryers or ironing boards as we looked at the time as being at the beach and didnt care to iron clothes!!

Have a great time!

 

[tiferetsix]

Hi -
We will be arrving there in 2 weeks to stay a week with out 10 yr old Daughter...let me just say I am super nervous ther is not enough stuff for all of us to do, but I am sure we can find stuff.

Few quick questions for those who have stayed in the past:
Are there iron and Ironing board in each rooM?
How about blow dryers?
Is there different rate to rent chairs for the whole week?

And has anyone done the Capt Bobs Airboat? or Gater bait Air boats?
How about the Brevard Zoo?

Thanks in advance!

We LOVED Brevard Zoo. I am not a beach person (no matter how much sunblock I apply I alternate between bluey white and lobster red), but dh LOVES Vero Beach, so last time we were there I was flicking through one of the magazines looking for something non-beachy to do. And the possibility of hand feeding giraffes was enough for me to rally the family. (Disclaimer: Our family are suckers for ANY feed the animal experience. I think if they didn't get the opportunity to feed something out of the ordinary they wouldn't feel it was a vacation.)

When we were last there they didn't have the aerial course so I can't speak for that. The zoo itself was quite small, and we arrived too late for the rhino petting experience but the giraffe feeding was amazing.

I seem to remember the zoo was down a maze of roads so it would be best to use a gps.

Other things we have done that the kids want to go back to:
Bathtub bay - maybe about 45 minutes south of vero beach. They loved that it was calm and they could look down and see little fish swimming around them. Take some sort of shade providing equipment.
Manatee spotting boat ride - Fort Pierce - I think we got tickets from the Fort Pierce Manatee Observation Center at Fort Pierce.

Plus they put activities on for the kids at the resort.

We'll be back at Vero Beach at the beginning of August and can't wait. Even with our kids now being 12 and 15 we are confident we won't hear the dreaded "I'm bored"

Enjoy!

 

[Stacey6274]

We LOVED Brevard Zoo. I am not a beach person (no matter how much sunblock I apply I alternate between bluey white and lobster red), but dh LOVES Vero Beach, so last time we were there I was flicking through one of the magazines looking for something non-beachy to do. And the possibility of hand feeding giraffes was enough for me to rally the family. (Disclaimer: Our family are suckers for ANY feed the animal experience. I think if they didn't get the opportunity to feed something out of the ordinary they wouldn't feel it was a vacation.)

When we were last there they didn't have the aerial course so I can't speak for that. The zoo itself was quite small, and we arrived too late for the rhino petting experience but the giraffe feeding was amazing.

I seem to remember the zoo was down a maze of roads so it would be best to use a gps.

Other things we have done that the kids want to go back to:
Bathtub bay - maybe about 45 minutes south of vero beach. They loved that it was calm and they could look down and see little fish swimming around them. Take some sort of shade providing equipment.
Manatee spotting boat ride - Fort Pierce - I think we got tickets from the Fort Pierce Manatee Observation Center at Fort Pierce.

Plus they put activities on for the kids at the resort.

We'll be back at Vero Beach at the beginning of August and can't wait. Even with our kids now being 12 and 15 we are confident we won't hear the dreaded "I'm bored"

Enjoy!

Great - thanks so much! The zoo sounds soo much fun! Can't wait! We arrive on 8/3, we r staying in the Villa's - so looks like we might be see you around?

 

[Stacey6274]

Hi -
We will be arrving there in 2 weeks to stay a week with out 10 yr old Daughter...let me just say I am super nervous ther is not enough stuff for all of us to do, but I am sure we can find stuff.

Few quick questions for those who have stayed in the past:
Are there iron and Ironing board in each rooM?
How about blow dryers?
Is there different rate to rent chairs for the whole week?

And has anyone done the Capt Bobs Airboat? or Gater bait Air boats?
How about the Brevard Zoo?


Hey there, we just stayed at VB last week, July 9-11. We have a 10yo and a 12yo. Both had tons of fun. We swam in the pool and the ocean. Also went to the campfire one night, they provided s'mores. We also went on a turtle walk with the sea turtle conservancy- highly recommend this. Just search online. We also did the gator boat ride with Marsh Beast, it was great. Go in the morning before it gets too hot. We saw about 20 gators! As for beach items, we went to Wal-Mart down in Ft. Lauderdale before going to VB and got beach stuff- boogie boards were $8 and chairs were $10. Much cheaper than renting. We left them at the resort when we left with a note on them to give to the cast members. Couldn't tell you about hair dryers or ironing boards as we looked at the time as being at the beach and didnt care to iron clothes!!

Have a great time!

Thanks a bunch for your response - I was thinking that buying chairs would be the way to go. I may iron just once to go out to dinner - but who cares - right - it's vacation! Thanks again!

 

[tjcat]

Our trip is less than 4 weeks away, can't wait to get to the ocean, It is sweltering up here in PA right now, getting us primed for the Florida weather in August!

 

[shburks]

Our trip is less than 4 weeks away, can't wait to get to the ocean, It is sweltering up here in PA right now, getting us primed for the Florida weather in August!

Amen. We're in DE and it's miserable. Head to VB on Sunday!!

 

[Steamboat Girlie]

Is there somewhere to grab coffee to go in the morning?

 

[bobbiwoz]

Is there somewhere to grab coffee to go in the morning?

Refillable mugs were filled in the hall that leads to Shutters. There may have been ability to pay for a cup, I am not sure.

 

[shburks]

Checking in to VB on Sunday to an OVIR. Can anyone tell me what is in the kitchenette? And what is provided? Are there plates? Bowls? Spoons? ETc. Trying to figure out what we need to buy.

Thanks!

 

[bobbiwoz]

Checking in to VB on Sunday to an OVIR. Can anyone tell me what is in the kitchenette? And what is provided? Are there plates? Bowls? Spoons? ETc. Trying to figure out what we need to buy.

Thanks!

Have you ever stayed in a studio at WDW. They are supplied the same with paper plates & bowls, plastic forks, knives, spoons, real glasses and ceramic mugs. There are paper towels, a coffee pot, microwave and toaster.

 

[shburks]

Have you ever stayed in a studio at WDW. They are supplied the same with paper plates & bowls, plastic forks, knives, spoons, real glasses and ceramic mugs. There are paper towels, a coffee pot, microwave and toaster.

This is our first time at VB--first time at a DVC--so I want sure exactly what was there. Thanks!

Is coffee provided for coffee pot? Sugar/cream packets? And are the paper/plastic things replenished? (We're cash not DVC)

 

[robhawk]

Just booked 3 nights in February 2014. 2/20-2/23.
Doing the 4 night Disney Dream beforehand.
Taking the in-laws and our adult daughter. Staying in a 1 bedroom.
Can't wait!!!

 

[DreaminDisney529]

My fiance and I will be staying at Vero Beach for one night in just a few weeks. In order to make the most of our trip we were going to drive to Vero the morning of 8/15, spend the day at the beach and then drive back early evening the day of check out to try and get in more beach time. Does anyone know if the resort has any outdoor showers or places to rinse off outside of your own room since we will have checked out already?

 

[dreamlinda]

My fiance and I will be staying at Vero Beach for one night in just a few weeks. In order to make the most of our trip we were going to drive to Vero the morning of 8/15, spend the day at the beach and then drive back early evening the day of check out to try and get in more beach time. Does anyone know if the resort has any outdoor showers or places to rinse off outside of your own room since we will have checked out already?

Yes, there are showers and changing rooms by the pool. Your room key should get you access to the pool area on your check-out day so you will be fine. Not sure if there are hairdryers,,,

 

[shburks]

This is our first time at VB--first time at a DVC--so I wasn't sure exactly what was there. Thanks!

Is coffee provided for coffee pot? Sugar/cream packets? And are the paper/plastic things replenished? (We're cash not DVC)

We're leaving tomorrow and planning to make a grocery stop on the way in. If anyone could answer ASAP, I'd appreciate it!

Is there coffee? And if so, are sugar/cream provided? And will the plates/cups/bowls be replenished throughout the week?