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Watch the Whales at WorldMark Depoe Bay Timeshares

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Posted on August 15, 2022

A peaceful resort in Oregon's whale-watching capital, WorldMark Depoe Bay has everything you need for a great vacation in the Pacific Northwest. Its two and three-bedroom timeshare suites have plenty of space for large families and groups to stay comfortably, and the resort's amenities include many family-friendly additions like the swimming pools, playground, sports facilities, and free parking.

Staying at WorldMark Depoe Bay

resort overlooking ocean

The three-story resort looks out on the rocky shoreline of Depoe Bay and the grounds, including two outdoor swimming pools and a basketball court. The resort has 171 suites in total and these timeshares showcase comfortable furnishings, and a variety of layouts to match your needs.

Spacious Timeshare Accommodations

WorldMark points can be used to stay at the various two and three-bedroom suites onsite. While the suites may have unique amenities, amenities in all of the suites include things such as a king bed in the master bedroom, full kitchen with coffee maker, comfortable living room and Wi-Fi internet.

Two-Bedroom Suites

Living room

The two-bedroom suites can sleep four guests privately and six guests in total by using the sleeper sofa. There is a king-sized bed in the main bedroom, either one queen or else two twin beds in the second bedroom, and two bathrooms, one off the main bedroom and another in the main living area. The suite sizes range from 950-1215 square feet.

Layouts vary but select two-bedroom suites may have additional living amenities such as an outdoor balcony, and a larger kitchen complete with a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, and fireplace. The living rooms include a TV with a DVD player and cable channels, plus a pullout sleeper sofa that can sleep up to two people. Some two-bedroom suites will also have an in-suite washer and dryer.

Three-Bedroom Suites

The three-bedroom WorldMark timeshares have plenty of space for large groups of travelers to stay comfortably.

master bedroom

The main bedroom has a private bathroom and a king-sized bed. The second bedroom has a queen-sized bed, and the third bedroom has two twin beds, allowing up to six people to sleep privately, and the sleeper sofa in the living room sleeps an additional two people, for a total maximum of eight guests. The spacious living and sleeping areas make even large groups comfortable. These suites have between 1,270 and 1,285 square feet.

kitchen

Some of the three-bedroom units have jetted tubs. They include a full kitchen with a cooktop stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, and a complete set of dishware and utensils. Suites also have a fireplace in the living room and an outdoor balcony. In the living room, you'll find a TV with a DVD player.

Amenities to Keep Everyone Active

pool at resort

WorldMark Depoe Bay has several year-round amenities allowing vacationers to take full advantage of the stunning views and outdoor grounds. The two outdoor swimming pools and hot tub are open year-round, and the third indoor swimming pool means you can take a refreshing swim even during the cooler winter months. The resort also has a tennis court, an outdoor basketball court, a play area for the kids, and special activities. You can keep up on your workouts even while away from home at the fitness studio and gym onsite, or by visiting the health club.

These WorldMark timeshares have an amazing location right on the water. From your room, you'll be able to walk outside and look out across the ocean, and there are even onsite fishing spots where you can cast off from the comfort of your home away from home.

During whale-watching season you can even spot whales swimming in the bay. The terrace is open to all guests, has a barbecue grill perfect for family cookouts, and is a popular hangout and meeting place for vacationers staying at the resort.

If you need any help booking events or reservations in the area, the concierge desk is on hand, and the 24-hour front desk is also a wonderful resource for any questions on the resort or things to do. And don't forget to visit the gift shop before you leave to pick up an extra souvenir of your stay.

What to Do in Depoe Bay

Whale in Depoe Bay

Depoe Bay, Oregon is the smallest navigable harbor in the world. It has claimed and holds the title of Whale Watching Capital of the Oregon Coast, making a WorldMark timeshare the place to go if you want to see these graceful and beautiful mammals in their watery habitat. From the nearby marinas you can take a boating tour of Depoe Bay and the Pacific Ocean, perhaps for a sunset cruise or a whale watching excursion, or to go snorkeling or even scuba diving beneath the waves.

The coastline around Depoe Bay is some of the most photographable in the state, with the steady strike of massive waves rushing up against the volcanic rocks of the shoreline. Deep sea fishing charters are easy to find at any time of year, while whale watching peaks during the two migrations, the first from late May through August, and the second from December through January.

Depoe Bay has a Whale Watching Interpretive Center, where you can not only watch the whales go by, but also learn more about them and their undersea adventures.

The entire shoreline is just as interesting from the land side. WorldMark Depoe Bay sits on the coastline, but you can also hike many trails from Whale Park in the north to the Whale Watching Center on the southern end of town.

As you explore by foot, bike, or car, you'll find many serene lookout points where you can spend hours just soaking up the view and discovering for yourself why Depoe Bay is considered to have some of the best scenery of any small town in the United States.

Perhaps inevitably, the dining around WorldMark Depoe Bay tends toward seafood, but its diverse restaurants also reflect the worldwide attention the area receives. By walking along the main streets you can dine and shop for hours at locally owned eateries and stores.

Further afield, you may want to take a day trip to places like Yaquina Head, home of the Yaquina Head Lighthouse, and one of the top attractions of the Pacific Northwest. The lighthouse is open during July and August for interpretive tours, but you can hike and visit the rocky beaches at any time of year, and the views from Yaquina Head are some of the best you'll find in the Depoe Bay area.

Lighthouse on Oregon coast

Along the way you can use the Otter Crest Loop, a stunning scenic drive along the Pacific Ocean with a broad bike lane and many hidden gems of the coastline like the Devils Punchbowl, a cavity that swirls with seawater at high tide, giving it its name.

Best Times to Visit

As you can imagine, the best times to visit WorldMark Depoe Bay are during the whale migrations, but especially during the summer when the mothers and their calves swim closest to shore. During these months it is not uncommon to be able to look out the window of your two or three-bedroom suite and watch them swimming in the bay.

During the winter migration, the whales tend to swim in the deeper water offshore but are still beloved sights during whale-watching cruises. Naturally, these are the busiest times of year too, so you may want to plan in advance to get the best booking options on a unit.

The least-busy season for using WorldMark The Club points to vacation in Depoe Bay is from September through November. While the weather may turn chilly, especially in the fall, you can still drive through the picturesque towns along the coastline, and find some of the best photography weather, and with fewer crowds as well. Spring is the shoulder season, with the crowds starting to pick up in April and May and getting busier all through the summer.

With WorldMark points, you can find the timeshare that’s just right for you and your family at the right price. As a featured reseller for WorldMark, we have the experience to help you every step of the way, so click here to leave us a message or give us a call on 877-624-6889 to let us help you.  

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Jason Connolly
Managing Broker

Jason is the Managing Broker for TBA, one of the most successful timeshare resale brokerage firms in America. 

With 20 years of timeshare resale experience, first in online resale advertising then becoming a licensed real estate agent before obtaining his broker’s license, Jason Connolly is well versed in matching timeshare sellers with resale buyers. 

He began working in real estate in 2010 to understand the unique aspects of how a boutique brokerage could successfully operate in the timeshare resale sector. The result was the birth of Timeshare Broker Associates, launched in 2013 and now recognized by the American Resort Development Association as a trusted resale operation.