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Situated on seven acres of lush semi-tropical land, Players Club offers a laid-back yet active environment. If tennis is your game, you’re in luck! Players Club features 28 Hard Tru-surface lighted tennis courts, four of which are sheltered from the elements so you can play on the occasional rainy day. You also have the benefit of full privileges at the Van Der Meer Tennis Center, one of the country’s best facilities.
This year-round, family-friendly resort is home to one of the finest health clubs on the island. Children can play at the nursery while you enjoy a vigorous game of racquetball, swim some laps in the indoor heated pool, de-stress in a yoga or pilates class, burn some calories with aerobics or work out with a personal trainer. Afterwards, relax in the warmth of the hot tub or a tanning bed.
For some real sun, you can soak up the rays at our inviting outdoor pool, or walk three blocks to Coligny Beach, the best public beach on the island. Frolic in the waves of the warm blue Atlantic Ocean, then treat yourself with a visit to the tiki bar.
The tranquil surroundings of Players Club reflect the low country beauty of coastal Carolina. Giant oaks, weeping willows and palmetto trees generously adorn the landscape, accentuated by a peaceful pond.
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Bluegreen Patrick Henry Square™ welcomes you to relax, revive and re-energize yourself in an atmosphere that combines American history with exploration and fun.
Ideally located only ½ block from historic Williamsburg, the resort provides the perfect place to begin your journey back in time. Plan your day from the comfort of your cozy studio accommodation or spacious 2-bedroom villa with kitchen. The colonial-inspired décor will motivate you to explore more than 500 historic buildings and observe dozens of re-enactments in the nation’s largest outdoor living history museum.
For a change of pace, head to Busch Gardens® Williamsburg, conveniently located only 2 miles from Bluegreen Patrick Henry Square™, for heart-pounding thrill rides and entertaining shows. Or cool off at Water Country USA®, a quick 2 ½ miles from the resort. Nearby you’ll also find scenic Atlantic beaches, great shopping, golf, water attractions, exquisite dining and much more. When you're not out exploring the town, you’ll enjoy the resort’s amenities.
See our Williamsburg Recommendations page.
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The Club at Big Bear Village in the mountains of Southern California is idyllic, remote and replete with exciting alpine adventures. Enjoy everything this outdoor paradise has to offer on your next Bluegreen vacation to Big Bear Lake. If you like to stay active, this beautiful destination is for you. Take a big deep breath of fresh mountain air and get ready to play. From water skiing, wakeboarding, ziplining and pontoon boat rentals to snow skiing, horseback riding, kayaking and guided helicopter tours, you’ll never be at a loss for things to do.
Back at the resort, you can relax in spacious three-bedroom (2,045-sq. ft.) villas. Fire up the grill on your balcony or prepare a home-cooked meal in your full kitchen. Unwind in a whirlpool bath then kick back in front of the TV with a movie on DVD. There’s also a fireplace for cozy evenings indoors. Every unit features a washer and dryer to make you feel at home. Amenities at this luxurious resort are plentiful. Go for a swim in the seasonal outdoor heated pool. Work up a sweat in the private fitness center or shoot a game of pool in the adult billiards room. You can even find rooms specially created for teens and kids. For those who want to jump into fun in the sun, there’s a nearby beach that features a trampoline.
See our Big Bear Recommendations page.
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Located along the beautiful South Carolina coastline, Myrtle Beach is always a popular destination for family vacations. And right in the heart of this amazing city, nestled quietly in an upscale neighborhood, is Horizons at 77th resort—a relaxing retreat with spectacular ocean views only a short walk away from the beach. With soft white sand and sparkling water, Myrtle Beach is the perfect spot for sunbathing, swimming, building sandcastles and collecting seashells. Not surprising, it was ranked the #1 Beach in the United States in TripAdvisor’s 2011 Travelers’ Choice Awards for best beach.
Accommodations include spacious one-, two- and three-bedroom villas. Full kitchens feature granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances that make it easy and convenient to prepare authentic home-cooked meals. Step out onto the balcony and be witness to breathtaking sunsets and sunrises. Other amenities at this resort include indoor and outdoor pools, lazy river and a quiet rooftop sundeck. Myrtle Beach is filled with numerous ocean-side attractions and hidden gems like Broadway at the Beach—a dazzling, 350-acre complex with entertainment options for the entire family. Dive right in Ripley’s® Aquarium or experience all the amusement rides, thrills and chills of yesteryear at Pavilion Nostalgic Park. Myrtle Beach also offers delectable dining options. From fresh tasty seafood to juicy steaks, there’s food for every mood. No matter what you have a taste for, there are so many things to do in Myrtle Beach. You can vacation here for years and years and probably never have to do the same thing twice.
See our Myrtle Beach Recommendations page.
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Located on over 1,000 acres of rolling hillside and lush pasture lands with a scenic 60-acre lake, Shenandoah Crossing is the perfect place for those who love the outdoors.
The ambiance at Shenandoah Crossing reflects history and wilderness. The resort combines an old country estate and horse farm, with acres of wilderness in a pristine area that lies just beyond the Shenandoah Valley.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Bluegreen Vacation Club owners enjoy an exciting variety of accommodations. Choose from traditional 2-bedroom to well-appointed 3-bedroom cabins, chalet-style homes, and glamorous yurts. Shenandoah Crossing also features state-of-the-art RV sites with furnished patios and summer kitchens. Some add personal hot tubs and stainless steel barbecue grills.
Luxury Yurts offer stylish furnishings including four-poster beds with plush linens, flat-screen TVs, elegant bathrooms, and fully equipped kitchens, all with central heat and air. Stay in an open-plan yurt with one bed and pullout couch or a 2-bedroom unit, plus pullout couch (see Floor Plans). You'll also enjoy a large wooden deck with a summer kitchen.
Not a Bluegreen Vacation Club owner? You can still enjoy a vacation rental!
Accommodations range from wilderness tent sites and RV sites to comfortable cabins. Plus, you have access to rental space in the historic Manor House.
Shenandoah Crossing also offers a variety of rental options to accommodate large parties, business events, or family reunions! For more rental information regarding your next big event, call 540.832.9400.
See our Gordonsville Recommendations page.
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A fun-filled vacation is waiting for you at Parkside Williamsburg Resort. The resort features exceptional golf right in your backyard and even has a weekly tee time at the course so grab your clubs and nail down your swing. Spacious one- and two-bedroom villas await your arrival and invite you to relax and unwind. Modern conveniences like flat screen TVs with cable and DVD players provide exceptional entertainment—while amenities like in-room refrigerators, ice makers and washers/dryers welcome you home.
Thrill seekers will head across the street to the World’s Most Beautiful Amusement Park 20 years running—Busch Gardens®. Enjoy a day of thrilling rides, attractions and entertaining shows. At night, your front door at the resort is the perfect place to watch the fireworks display from the park. For something on the wet and wild side, make a splash landing at Water Country USA®. History buffs will appreciate an educational trip to historic Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown (also known as the Colonial Triangle). The area is also famous for delectable dining options and fantastic shopping opportunities.
See our Williamsburg Recommendations page.
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With a landmark location on Myrtle Beach, SeaGlass Tower™ is the ideal focal point for a beach vacation. Nineteen stories of glass and balconies ensure stunning views of the ocean and Grand Strand. Below, the beautiful beach beckons. Gather shells, body surf or relax on the soft sand with a good book or by one of the resort pools or hot tubs.
Whether you’re on the go from dawn to dusk, or you rarely leave the resort grounds, SeaGlass Tower is the perfect Myrtle Beach location. The resort is conveniently located minutes from popular attractions such as Broadway at the Beach®, Myrtle Waves Water Park and more.
At the end of the day, fire up the grill and enjoy an al fresco dinner, complete with ocean breezes. Or you can indulge in a five-course meal or lavish buffet at one of the area’s many restaurants.
See our Myrtle Beach Recommendations page.
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We have stayed a Pono Kai Resort twice, for two weeks each time.
The first time we stayed was in 2019 and we had an oceanfront 1 bedroom unit downstairs in building C the first week. It was nice to be able to walk straight out to the beach from the lanai. The second week we had a 1 bedroom with a loft upstairs in Building A, also oceanfront. The view was very nice. The rooms were well appointed and appeared to have been recently updated.
The second time we stayed was in 2022. The first week we had an upstairs oceanfront 2 bedroom unit in Building A. The second week was in an upstairs 2 bedroom unit in Building J which fronts to the highway. Both units were well appointed and had tehe same furnishings that we had in the oceanfront units in 2019.
The landscaping was nicely done, and included fruit trees, koi ponds and an herb garden.
Pono Kai Resort is located in Kapa'a on what is referred to as the Coconut Coast. There are lots of activities to do on site including tennis, volleyball, basketball, shuffleboard, croquet and a putting green.
in 2019 they did a breakfast where they had vendors come in and show off the different excursions that they offered. We booked several including a stand-up paddle board lesson, the Best of Kauai Tour, Luau Kalamaku and a deep sea fishing trip with Hawaiian Style Fishing. We enjoyed all of them thoroughly and still recommend them to friends and family visitng.
In 2022 we booked two separate trips with Kauai Backcountry Adventures to do the Mountain Tubing. This excursion allows you to float down the old sugar cane plantation irrigation canals in inner tubes. We had done it before, but our friends had not. So we went twice in one week. We also booked another trip with Hawaiian Style Fishing.
NOTE: Pono Kai is the only Bluegreen Resort in Hawaii.
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This cozy beach hideaway will embrace and welcome you with its casual elegance and intimate charm. Some rooms overlook a quaint courtyard lush with palms, hibiscus and native grasses, while beachfront villas have a private screened-in porch that offers a spectacular view of the Gulf of Mexico.
At Resort Sixty-Six, the day begins and ends on the beach. Wake up with a leisurely stroll on the sun-kissed beaches. Start a shell collection with the assortment of shells left behind by the surf. Indulge in a good book with the waves lapping at your feet or bask in the warm Florida sun by our secluded beachside pool and hot tub.
Grill your own outdoor feast in the courtyard, or for a taste of fine dining, visit the Beach Bistro, an award-winning, five-star restaurant. This cozy beachfront establishment serves exceptional continental cuisine and offers an array of top-shelf wines. From succulent seafood to delectable desserts, you will savor every bite.
See our Bradenton Beach/Holmes Beach Recommendations page.
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Note: This resort has limited availability and requires a full-week stay with check-in on Saturday.
Secluded in a remote area near historical Tryon Palace, the quiet riverfront retreat of Sandcastle Village II is perfect for sports, outdoor and nature enthusiasts. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the lake, you can spend the day relaxing with a good book on your sun deck or by the pool.
For the adults, we’ve got game. Practice your serve on any of four tennis courts. Bring your boat and rent a slip at our on-site marina. While you’re there, break out your fishing pole and bring home the catch of the day for a tasty fresh fish dinner. Looking for the kids? They’re probably enjoying a round of miniature golf, having fun at the playground or hanging out in the game room.
Whatever you do with your day, Sandcastle Village’s spacious loft villas provide a haven of solitude amid an array of resort and area activities.