Vero Beach 2012 thread closed... see 2013

[eandesmom]

Anyone who is going soon...could you take pictures of the merchandise and maybe list prices? Curious to see what new items there are available with the new design, both DVC and for Vero specifically.

Thanks!

 

[DisDaydreamer]

We just decided to do a last minute day tip to Vero to visit cousins that are vacationing there. Got this Tuesday night in an inn room. :good vibes:good vibes

Have a good visit.

 

[DisDaydreamer]

We check in from the UK for 10 days on the beach starting 30th August after 12 days in Saratoga This will be our 3rd visit to vero and looking forward to having the time to explore nearby and visit some of the yummy sounding restaurants nearby. We have only ever stayed for 2 nights before flying home so this time should be fab

Wow, what a great time you should have. Both SSR & VBR. Hope the weather cooperates. Got you on the roll call.

 

[Tinkermom3]

46 days until we are at Vero! We have 2 garden view inn rooms booked and are wait-listed for an ocean view for one of the rooms. I have seen one photo online of a "garden view" room that overlooked the parking lot. What are some of the other views we might get with a "garden view"? Just trying to prepare myself now. If we have 2 parking lot views I guess we will be spending more time up on the Green Cabin Room deck, lol!

 

[TLBlair]

We had two garden view inn rooms an had a view of the ocean from both. Room numbers 2426 & 2427.

 

[Tinkermom3]

We had two garden view inn rooms an had a view of the ocean from both. Room numbers 2426 & 2427.

Ooooo, here's hoping! Even if one of our rooms has a partial ocean view and one a parking lot that is fine. Will have a blast no matter what our view!

 

[Catira]

We are at Vero June 8th-15th then off to Boardwalk Villas. Our reservation is for a dedicated 2 bedroom. We can do online checkin tomorrow and I was wondering if there are any specific requests where we MIGHT get a chance of at least a partial ocean view?

Thanks

 

[sarahk0204]

One week from tomorrow I will be online to book our VB stay. Hope that I can make my ticker a reality

Of course, it is too early to check NYE availability, but as of right now, Christmas is wide open, so here's hoping

We got it!

5 nights in an OVIR, here we come!

 

[uicbear]

I hate even putting this in print, but I will probably have to do a couple loads of laundry while at VB. We have a couple of OVIRs booked and was wondering where in the Inn building is the laundry room located, and if the machines are free to use like at the other DVC resorts(or should I bring some quarters)?

 

[DisDaydreamer]

I hate even putting this in print, but I will probably have to do a couple loads of laundry while at VB. We have a couple of OVIRs booked and was wondering where in the Inn building is the laundry room located, and if the machines are free to use like at the other DVC resorts(or should I bring some quarters)?

The laundry room is on the fourth floor and it is free. Here is a look from a few years back. The condiments (if you will) are not free so just bring some with you. We usually bring a small container of detergent and put some dryer sheets in a baggy.

Go out that glass door and you are on a balcony with this garden view facing west.

 

[dreamlinda]

Hi Everyone, just returned and had a wonderful time. First time in a non-ocean view inn room (booked late) but happy to share that we did have a partial ocean view since we were on the north side of the inn.

Just to share ~ we had to spend our last night off property (gasp!) since we did book late and it was Memorial Day weekend. We stayed at the Marriott Springhill Suites and have to say it was lovely. It is located across the Wabasso causeway and about 4 minutes south on Hwy 1. Really nice room, split bath so has two sinks, great sheets and towels and free breakfast including waffles, although not Mickey shaped... So - if you ever need an alternative, I highly recommend this property. Boring pool and not on the ocean, but paid $140 for a king room so not a bad alternative...

 

[downontheBW]

We are at Vero June 8th-15th then off to Boardwalk Villas. Our reservation is for a dedicated 2 bedroom. We can do online checkin tomorrow and I was wondering if there are any specific requests where we MIGHT get a chance of at least a partial ocean view?

Thanks

We were in 1535 last year, a dedicated 2BR; it has a partial ocean view but only because it's on the top floor. I had read that bldg 15 had the best views from dedicated 2BR. Can't comment on other bldgs. I'll try to post a pic when I get home tonight.

 

[Catira]

We were in 1535 last year, a dedicated 2BR; it has a partial ocean view but only because it's on the top floor. I had read that bldg 15 had the best views from dedicated 2BR. Can't comment on other bldgs. I'll try to post a pic when I get home tonight.

Thanks I would love to see your pics

 

[MousekeTom]

Does anyone know if there are any water parks near VB? Possibly within a 1/2 hour or so.

I don't think there are any water parks within a half hour. I believe the closest is a Martin County Park called Sailfish Splash. It is more than an hour away. I haven't been there and can't vouch for its size.

http://www.sailfishsplash.com/

The closest "attraction" water park that I have been to is Rapids Water Park in Riviera Beach, but even that is an hour and a half away. The water parks in Orlando (including DW) are about two hours away.

http://www.rapidswaterpark.com

 

[downontheBW]

Thanks I would love to see your pics

Here are a few pics:

An early morning view of the ocean over the foliage, taken from the balcony.

Another shot of the balcony and foliage.

Shot taken from our balcony (3rd floor) down to 2nd and 1st floors.

You can see how thick the foliage is - I can't imagine you could see much of anything from the 1st or 2nd floors. This is at the far south end of bldg 15 so is at the very end of the resort; the north side of the bldg and other bldgs would have grass and landscaping. Check a resort map and you'll see what I mean.

Its a beautiful resort. Have a great trip!!

 

[Catira]

Here are a few pics:

An early morning view of the ocean over the foliage, taken from the balcony.

Another shot of the balcony and foliage.

Shot taken from our balcony (3rd floor) down to 2nd and 1st floors.

You can see how thick the foliage is - I can't imagine you could see much of anything from the 1st or 2nd floors. This is at the far south end of bldg 15 so is at the very end of the resort; the north side of the bldg and other bldgs would have grass and landscaping. Check a resort map and you'll see what I mean.

Its a beautiful resort. Have a great trip!!

That is a very nice view :good vibes I already called resort and requested building 15, top floor. Wonder if I can request a particular unit #? Would love to wake up and have my morning coffee looking out at the ocean

 

[downontheBW]

That is a very nice view :good vibes I already called resort and requested building 15, top floor. Wonder if I can request a particular unit #?

You probably could. If you request the top floor of bldg 15, your chances of getting that room are 50/50. There are only 2 dedicated 2BRs in each building.

Here's a link to the building layout from the 2011 Vero Beach thread: http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=39691806&postcount=116

Would love to wake up and have my morning coffee looking out at the ocean

You can see my Kindle on the table. That was my spot every morning - reading with my coffee.

 

[dylan0317]

Can anyone please tell me about this? I have been reading they only let
you do this once per visit and that true?

 

[bobbiwoz]

Can anyone please tell me about this? I have been reading they only let
you do this once per visit and that true?

It was true when our DGC did it, only once per visit.

 

[dwelty]

I just have to say something to all of you VBR fans. I now understand your love for this resort. I was at WDW for a conference this past week, and Friday after the conference I decided to drive down to get a feel for the place. All I can say is WOW. Photos do not do it justice. this resort is beautiful and classy. I liked it so much in fact that I booked 3 days in Early October for my family to enjoy it. I have now seen every DVC resort (except Aulani) and stayed in most of them. from what I saw, I would put Vero near the top of the list in regards to Resort quality and amenities. Being from Southern California it reminds me greatly of the Hotel Del Coronado. different architecture, but same feel.