Desiree French is a writer in Washington DC Today she reviews Club Ocean Villas in Ocean City, Maryland.
I needed a vacation
and wanted a place close to home that’s child friendly. I spoke those words to a
co-worker more than 10 years ago. Without hesitation, she recommended Club
Ocean Villas II in Ocean City, Maryland. I’ve been going there with my son during
the summer, and sometimes the spring, ever since. The amenities are to die for.
The proximity to the beach is priceless. And the units, each with yellow patio
umbrellas, are cozy and equipped with everything you need.
Fond of low-rise
buildings, I took to Ocean Villas immediately. Especially appealing: our unit overlooking
the canal and tiny pier with boat slips. And the units are airy, bright, and
feel like home away from home. Need an extra pillow or blanket? Look in the
closet. Spilled ice cream on your shorts? Dump them in the washing machine and
dryer behind the sliding glass door. There’s
no maid service—and therefore no interruptions—while there, but there’s a broom
and vacuum cleaner in every “apartment,” which the one- and two-bedroom units
feel like.
The two-bedroom
apartments have a living room—which my son likes to dominate playing his video
games—master bedroom, a well-stocked kitchen, dining area, three televisions,
and two bathrooms, one with a Jacuzzi. One of my favorite pastimes is sitting
on the balcony watching the occasional boat pass within a few feet of our
living quarters. The outdoor hot tub that’s available in private space at each
unit is a real treat, particularly at night after a long, lazy day at the beach
and boardwalk.
Ah, the
beach. It’s only a block away. But it’s far from the hustle and bustle of the
boardwalk and other main attractions, such as the amusement parks, about five
or six miles away. This means Ocean Villas is located in a quiet area. No rowdy
teenagers, wild parties, or intoxicated vacationers.
When my son
was younger, he and his friends spent most of their days at the resort’s outdoor
and indoor pools. I still prefer the indoor pool house and sauna but can’t deny
enjoying lounging on the beach chairs at the outdoor pool. And although I used
to play racquetball and my son played tennis, we have yet to take advantage of
the racquetball or tennis courts. But we both like going to Gold’s gym, which
accepts temporary passes from guests staying at Ocean Villas.
About two or
three years after visiting Ocean Villas, I purchased a canal side unit that we
have come to love. We continue to visit the timeshare every June, although we
have the option to trade our one-week stay for an excursion to other RCI
locations. But Ocean Villas II has become our special, family vacation spot,
and we have no plans to switch. We have many treasured memories of our stay there
over the years—from watching videos on the sofa and spying rabbits in the
bushes to chilling in the hot tub and playing in the pools. Good times, indeed.
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