BENTLEY BROOK vs. VACATION VILLAGE - Timeshare Users Group Online Community Forums

Corky · October 25, 2007, 06:37 PM

My son and his wife (early 20's) have the opportunity to vacation in the Berkshires this November. They can't decide between two Gold Crown resorts, Bentley Brook or Vacation Village in the Berkshires. The resorts are located very close to each other and seem to have similar amenities. Is one more preferable than the other and why?

Any input to help them decide would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

Art4th · October 25, 2007, 08:11 PM

They are right across the street from one another and used to be owned by the same people (I don't know if they still are). The guy that owns Jiminy Peak built them. They're both nice. I've stayed at BB several times and it's great if you're skiing because you walk right out of the resort onto the slopes. I have a friend who's stayed at both and he liked the units at VV better. Since they won't be skiing, I think your son and his wife will be fine with either one. Have them choose the one that's cheaper

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timeos2 · October 25, 2007, 08:30 PM

we stayed at BB and visited VV. We would pick BB again but both are nice and you'll enjoy either one.

Corky · October 25, 2007, 11:34 PM

It sounds as if both are winners, and my son can't go wrong with either choice. I guess the least expensive will win out.

Thanks so much for your help.

BILL_B · October 26, 2007, 12:30 PM

We just got back from VV a few weeks ago and really enjoyed it. See my review posted at TS4M's http://www.timeshareforums.com/forum...iew&review=138.

If your son chooses VV please note my comments about room locations. Have him call a couple of days in advance to be sure they get an upper floor facing out.

Bill

Corky · October 26, 2007, 07:03 PM

Thank you, Bill.

I read your review, and understood the part about odd and even, but didn't quite get "The lower numbers are on the bottom and the highest at top" Could you explain please?

JUDIE25 · October 27, 2007, 11:30 AM

Another consideration is if they are looking for an on-site restaurant, because Bentley Brook is at Jiminy Peak, there is a restaurant (probably only one in November/2-3 during the winter and summer) and a deli/store within walking distance.

Even though VV is across the street, it is on a very high hill and the walk across the street would be at least 1/2 mile down the hill and another 1/2 mile back up when you are done.

The lights on the hill at Jiminy Peak probably won't be on in November either, which reduces the "view" from VV at night.

These resorts are not close to services/night life (although a bar at Jiminy might be open). There will not be much to do in November other than hiking. Art galleries in Williamstown 7 miles away, N. Adams 15 miles, Pittsfield 12 miles. (all are approximate distances)

Corky · October 27, 2007, 03:00 PM

So, do you think these two resorts might prove too dull for a young couple? Is there another livelier timeshare in the area?

hvsteve1 · October 27, 2007, 07:37 PM

Bentley brook is Equivest (Wyndham) and VV is Berkley. If a young couple is into food, art and antiques, there are many daytrips through the Berkshires. If they are looking for excitement, they'll have to make their own.

wackymother · October 27, 2007, 08:17 PM

The Berkshires are a bit of a snooze anytime of the year.

nerodog · October 28, 2007, 12:59 PM

We liked Bentley Brook and were there for one Xmas holiday.. if you go when there is snow or snow making there is alot to do in the area... good shopping in Lee, MA with lots of outlets, nice dinner and browsing in Stockbridge with the Red Lion Inn... fun to tour around the little towns and of course skiing....BB has a small movie theater and offer free movies and popcorn to the guests..there is a pool that goes in and outside and some workout equip.If you like museums, Williamstown is a nice drive to the Clark Art institute and closer is the Norman Rockwell museum...both resorts are nice.. we looked at the other one but never stayed there.

Corky · October 28, 2007, 08:05 PM

Thanks to everyone. My son has settled on Bentley Brook because of the proximity to Jiminy Peak's restaurant and deli. Less travel.

I appreciate all the trip tips. Not sure Jim and his wife are into museums and antiques but I know they love the mountains and hiking.

JUDIE25 · October 30, 2007, 11:17 AM

The one art gallery I can highly recommend for a young couple is MassMOCA in North Adams. This is a truly funky museum with unique contemporary pieces, performance art and video. There are also Jazz and Rock music performances there. (For example Yo La Tengo will perform November 10)

Web site: www.massmoca.org

North Adams also has great contemporary restaurants. And on the way -- remind them to climb Mt. Greylock.

AKE · October 30, 2007, 11:05 PM

There is lots to do in the vicinity like shopping.... going to a ski resort in the off season is not that exciting for any age unless you want to just veg around.

Pup · November 10, 2007, 04:55 PM

We hae two units reserved units 101A and 103A. Any idea of the location and view?

October 25, 2007, 06:37 PM	#1
Corky TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Aug 16, 05 Location: upstate New York Posts: 352	BENTLEY BROOK vs. VACATION VILLAGE My son and his wife (early 20's) have the opportunity to vacation in the Berkshires this November. They can't decide between two Gold Crown resorts, Bentley Brook or Vacation Village in the Berkshires. The resorts are located very close to each other and seem to have similar amenities. Is one more preferable than the other and why? Any input to help them decide would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. __________________ Corky

October 25, 2007, 08:30 PM	#3
timeos2 Moderator TUG Lifetime Member BBS Reg. Date: Apr 11, 05 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 5,095 Resorts: Cypress Pointe, Wastegate, Orlando, FF, RCI Points, Diamond Club, Cove@Yarmouth, Rayburn County,Tx, Kingsgate Williamsbu	we stayed at BB and visited VV. We would pick BB again but both are nice and you'll enjoy either one. __________________ John Chase "Wastegate Resorts - When you want to deal with the worst, we're the best!" And don't forget their friends at II - "Where Quality is a slogan"

October 25, 2007, 11:34 PM	#4
Corky TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Aug 16, 05 Location: upstate New York Posts: 352	It sounds as if both are winners, and my son can't go wrong with either choice. I guess the least expensive will win out. Thanks so much for your help. __________________ Corky

October 26, 2007, 07:03 PM	#6
Corky TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Aug 16, 05 Location: upstate New York Posts: 352	Thank you, Bill. I read your review, and understood the part about odd and even, but didn't quite get "The lower numbers are on the bottom and the highest at top" Could you explain please? __________________ Corky Last edited by Corky : October 26, 2007 at 10:32 PM.

October 27, 2007, 03:00 PM	#8
Corky TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Aug 16, 05 Location: upstate New York Posts: 352	So, do you think these two resorts might prove too dull for a young couple? Is there another livelier timeshare in the area? __________________ Corky

October 25, 2007, 08:11 PM	#2
Art4th TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Sep 23, 05 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 351	They are right across the street from one another and used to be owned by the same people (I don't know if they still are). The guy that owns Jiminy Peak built them. They're both nice. I've stayed at BB several times and it's great if you're skiing because you walk right out of the resort onto the slopes. I have a friend who's stayed at both and he liked the units at VV better. Since they won't be skiing, I think your son and his wife will be fine with either one. Have them choose the one that's cheaper .

October 26, 2007, 12:30 PM	#5
BILL_B Guest BBS Reg. Date: Oct 12, 05 Posts: 57	We just got back from VV a few weeks ago and really enjoyed it. See my review posted at TS4M's http://www.timeshareforums.com/forum...iew&review=138. If your son chooses VV please note my comments about room locations. Have him call a couple of days in advance to be sure they get an upper floor facing out. Bill

October 27, 2007, 11:30 AM	#7
JUDIE25 TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 6, 05 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 186 Resorts: Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, VT. Vistana Beach Club, Jensen Beach, FL. Mountainside Resort, Stowe, VT.	Another consideration is if they are looking for an on-site restaurant, because Bentley Brook is at Jiminy Peak, there is a restaurant (probably only one in November/2-3 during the winter and summer) and a deli/store within walking distance. Even though VV is across the street, it is on a very high hill and the walk across the street would be at least 1/2 mile down the hill and another 1/2 mile back up when you are done. The lights on the hill at Jiminy Peak probably won't be on in November either, which reduces the "view" from VV at night. These resorts are not close to services/night life (although a bar at Jiminy might be open). There will not be much to do in November other than hiking. Art galleries in Williamstown 7 miles away, N. Adams 15 miles, Pittsfield 12 miles. (all are approximate distances)

October 27, 2007, 07:37 PM	#9
hvsteve1 TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 18, 05 Location: Crossville,TN Posts: 189 Resorts: Powhatan Plantation	Bentley brook is Equivest (Wyndham) and VV is Berkley. If a young couple is into food, art and antiques, there are many daytrips through the Berkshires. If they are looking for excitement, they'll have to make their own.

October 27, 2007, 08:17 PM	#10
wackymother TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Aug 1, 05 Location: NJ Posts: 2,605	The Berkshires are a bit of a snooze anytime of the year.

October 28, 2007, 12:59 PM	#11
nerodog TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 6, 05 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 631	berkshires We liked Bentley Brook and were there for one Xmas holiday.. if you go when there is snow or snow making there is alot to do in the area... good shopping in Lee, MA with lots of outlets, nice dinner and browsing in Stockbridge with the Red Lion Inn... fun to tour around the little towns and of course skiing....BB has a small movie theater and offer free movies and popcorn to the guests..there is a pool that goes in and outside and some workout equip.If you like museums, Williamstown is a nice drive to the Clark Art institute and closer is the Norman Rockwell museum...both resorts are nice.. we looked at the other one but never stayed there.

October 28, 2007, 08:05 PM	#12
Corky TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Aug 16, 05 Location: upstate New York Posts: 352	Thanks to everyone. My son has settled on Bentley Brook because of the proximity to Jiminy Peak's restaurant and deli. Less travel. I appreciate all the trip tips. Not sure Jim and his wife are into museums and antiques but I know they love the mountains and hiking. __________________ Corky

October 30, 2007, 11:17 AM	#13
JUDIE25 TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 6, 05 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 186 Resorts: Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, VT. Vistana Beach Club, Jensen Beach, FL. Mountainside Resort, Stowe, VT.	The one art gallery I can highly recommend for a young couple is MassMOCA in North Adams. This is a truly funky museum with unique contemporary pieces, performance art and video. There are also Jazz and Rock music performances there. (For example Yo La Tengo will perform November 10) Web site: www.massmoca.org North Adams also has great contemporary restaurants. And on the way -- remind them to climb Mt. Greylock.

October 30, 2007, 11:05 PM	#14
AKE TUG Lifetime Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 6, 05 Location: Manotick, Ontario Posts: 363	There is lots to do in the vicinity like shopping.... going to a ski resort in the off season is not that exciting for any age unless you want to just veg around.

November 10, 2007, 04:55 PM	#15
Pup Guest BBS Reg. Date: Jun 17, 05 Location: Fort Salonga, New York Posts: 80 Resorts: Powhatan Plantation, Williamsburg, VA Wyndham Kingsgate 203,000 points Wyndham Bentley Brook 66,000 points	We hae two units reserved units 101A and 103A. Any idea of the location and view?

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