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[ebo64]

Tom

Thank you so much for the information. I am still concerned that during our short trip on April 1st (Thursday & Friday) the beach will be closed, along with heavy construction. I am waiting to hear the bad new from DVC before I cancel our trip.

Thanks again for the update.

 

[micks]

Has anyone heard anything officially from Disney re. the beach closure? It's not like getting a room with a bad view at WDW, going to the beach for a vacation and not getting to USE the beach really is a vacation killer. Unfortunately for us, we check in the week before Easter (Mon. March 29th). It's quite concerning...

 

[littlemermaid]

Hello all,

I'm leaving for VB on March 18th. I've been reading about all this beach construction and I just want to try and clarify since I've never been to this resort before. Is the beach that's right in front of the resort totally closed at this point? Will we need to go to a different beach during our stay? If so are these beaches walking distance or driving distance? I know that they have the pool which is great but we booked this trip to be right on the beach and be able to use it (as i'm sure many of you understand) so we just want to be prepared before we leave.

Thanks so much!!

 

[delauzons]

When we were there in February (President's week) it was closed most of the time we were there. We were there fro 4 nights and the beach was opened the last day we were there. I called the hotel directly. The phone # is on your confirmation. They told me it would be open on weekends but unfortunately we were there during the week. It was the beach right in front of the pool and the public one next store. Our first day we went to the beach they recommended(Jaycee Park) It was a 5 minute car drive and it was nice. It had a small restaurant, a playground, bathrooms, showers. They also had shuttle service starting at 10 every morning. We had ocenaview rooms and most mornings were looking and listening to loud dumptrucks. It was a bit frustrating but overall we LOVED the resort. There was plenty to do, the restaurants were good, the campfire was so much fun! It would have been perfect if ther beach was open but we still didn't regret for a minute going. They also gave free bike rentals, and free miniature golf and added extra programs for the kids because of the inconvenience. If you have any other questions, I would be happy to help!

 

[littlemermaid]

I'm glad to hear that you guys were still able to enjoy the resort with the beach closed. And actually we're going from Thursday night through Monday morning so if the beach is opened on the weekends that will work out very well for us! Thanks again!

 

[hygienejean]

Just wanted to let everyone know some information that I found out, I found a person name who was the person in charge of questions for Indian River county so I sent him an email and I am copying the questions and answers here for everyone. It is really good news for us as we arrive the Thursday before Easter.

Here are my questions and the responses.

I am more than happy to answer your questions.

Could you please tell me how the project is proceeding and what kind of timeframe is left to finish?

Response: Phase I of the Beach Project is designed to place 317,000 cubic yards of material. To date we have placed approximately 67,000 cubic yards on the beach or 21% of the total volume. Due to sea turtle nesting, we have stop construction prior to May 1st.

Also, we are staying at Disneys Vero Beach Resort and they have told me that no work will be done during the week of Easter? Is this correct?

Response: Yes. Our contractor is fully aware of Disney’s high season and is on schedule to be completed with the beaches fronting the resort by Easter weekend.

Will Wabasso beach entrance be the only staging area for the project?

Response: Actually, Phase I of the beach project will use four different accesses. The four staging areas include, Golden Sands Beach Park, Wabasso Beach Park, Seagrape Trail Beach Park, and Sea Turtle Trail Beach Park.

What are the hours that the project takes place?

Response: Construction only takes place during daylight hours.

I hope you enjoy your visit to Indian River County. Please let me know if you have any additional questions.

Hope everyone has a great day and a great Vacation.

Tom

Thanks for that great info. I am going 4/23-4/27. Does this mean that it will be completely done there before Easter weekend? Or does it mean that they will return to finish what they started after Easter week? I am hoping the first option is right!

I also wonder if they are digging up the buried part of the walkway to the beach?
TIA!

 

[micks]

I just received this information via e-mail. Looks like they may be almost finished with the area around the Disney Resort! This is GREAT news for our late March trip!


Ms. Clark:

I appreciate you contacting me.

We have instructed our contractor to avoid Disney between March 26th and April 12th. We are currently restoring the beaches fronting the resort and expect to be completed by our March 26th deadline. I hope you enjoy your vacation on our newly extended beaches. Please let me know if you have any further questions or concerns. You can also track our weekly progress on our website www.ircgov.com and click on the Sector 3 Beach Restoration link.

Regards,

James

 

[kmchar1]

We are going March 22-26. We received our "the beach will be closed" letter from Disney today.

I'm ok with it...hopefully that will mean less crowds for us. Plus, we don't use the beach area all that much...we mostly stick to the pool and activities!

 

[Stoneham92]

Also,
Do they charge a daily rental for beach chairs? Is there a beach shop nearby to buy good buggie boards and beach chairs?

Where is closed grocery store? Liquear store?

 

[DisDaydreamer]

Also,
Do they charge a daily rental for beach chairs? Is there a beach shop nearby to buy good buggie boards and beach chairs?

Where is closed grocery store? Liquear store?

If you have a vehicle there is Publix and liquor store about 10 minutes away. If you don't have a vehicle there is a small grocery store next to the resort and they have liquor available in the lobby store. More expensive though.

There are rentals for beach needs. It is not run by Disney and is a bit pricey.

Again, if you have a vehicle, there is a Walmart nearby where you can get boogie boards and beach chairs. They won't be top notch, but suitable.

 

[QueenDoOver]

I had been watching your post with interest too!!

Looks like we will be the only ones there celebrating NYE - at least I'll get the quieter less crowded evening I had hoped for!!

I just booked Dec 24th-Jan 1 for our family into a 2 bedroom. This is our first stay at DVC so we are thrilled! We'll be rockin in the New Year with you too, if we can stay up that late, that is.

 

[toocherie]

I just booked Dec 24th-Jan 1 for our family into a 2 bedroom. This is our first stay at DVC so we are thrilled! We'll be rockin in the New Year with you too, if we can stay up that late, that is.

Tracey--that is awesome--I can't wait to hear how it goes! Did you buy DVC/do an exchange/rent points?

Hope you have a GREAT TIME!

Cheryl

 

[QueenDoOver]

Hi Cheryl!
Thanks a million! I am so excited. Can't believe I am giving up a Disney Park trip, but I think this will be much more restful.

We just closed on our Worldmark points last week! I have been in deep submersion learning the tips and tricks, and then I took the plunge and started learning about exchanging. Then called for my first time, not expecting a thing, and darn if someone hadn't just cancelled this wonderful unit! The reservation lady said I clearly have some good karma out there!

I can't even tell you how much I am looking forward to this trip.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Very awesome for you Tracey !
Sounds like a great way to ring in the New Year !

Maria

 

[ebo64]

I just received this information via e-mail. Looks like they may be almost finished with the area around the Disney Resort! This is GREAT news for our late March trip!

Ms. Clark:

I appreciate you contacting me.

We have instructed our contractor to avoid Disney between March 26th and April 12th. We are currently restoring the beaches fronting the resort and expect to be completed by our March 26th deadline. I hope you enjoy your vacation on our newly extended beaches. Please let me know if you have any further questions or concerns. You can also track our weekly progress on our website www.ircgov.com and click on the Sector 3 Beach Restoration link.

Regards,

James

We arrive on 4/1 at Vero Beach

*Received no official letter from Disney about closures
*Contractor is stating a 3/26 deadline to out off Disney property
*New expanded beach to enjoy

Priceless

 

[CFedor1]

We are so excited to hear that the beach will be open when we arrive on April 3. We have now pieced together a 5 night trip with only 3 room changes - lol! April 3 in a Studio from CRO (no cash discount), April 4-6 in a OVIR, one night on points, one night with DVC cash discount, then April 6-8 in a Garden View Inn on DVC points. It's such a beautiful resort that I guess it is worth moving 3 times .

The main reason I wanted to add Saturday, April 3 is to be at the resort for Easter morning. Does anyone know what activities are planned for Easter Sunday? Info would be appreciated since we had to spring for the $335 + tax room rate for Saturday night. Thanks!!
Cathy

 

[QueenDoOver]

Very awesome for you Tracey !
Sounds like a great way to ring in the New Year !

Maria

Thanks! I'm wondering if anyone can point me to what might be available/suggested to do for Xmas or Xmas Eve if we decide to go out and about? (we are sort of stay in folks, really!)

 

[Starr W.]

We are so excited to hear that the beach will be open when we arrive on April 3. We have now pieced together a 5 night trip with only 3 room changes - lol! April 3 in a Studio from CRO (no cash discount), April 4-6 in a OVIR, one night on points, one night with DVC cash discount, then April 6-8 in a Garden View Inn on DVC points. It's such a beautiful resort that I guess it is worth moving 3 times .

The main reason I wanted to add Saturday, April 3 is to be at the resort for Easter morning. Does anyone know what activities are planned for Easter Sunday? Info would be appreciated since we had to spring for the $335 + tax room rate for Saturday night. Thanks!!
Cathy

They have an Easter egg hunt for the kids. The White Rabbit and Donald Duck were around for photo ops. This was in 2008.

 

[CFedor1]

Thanks Starr! Even though my kids are 12 and 9, they would both love an Easter Egg hunt. Do you remember how early in the morning they had the "hunt"? I'm still waffling about paying for Saturday night before our points stay on Sunday. Thanks for your infomation.

 

[amystevekai&bump]

I just booked Dec 24th-Jan 1 for our family into a 2 bedroom. This is our first stay at DVC so we are thrilled! We'll be rockin in the New Year with you too, if we can stay up that late, that is.

well if you can stay up as late as us then you will be real 'party animals' - we might even make it until 9 pm!!! (with two boys aged 3 and 6 I expect they will have worn us out while they keep going!!)