Marriott's Ocean Pointe Owners and Friends

[SeekingOne]

We are coming down late Feb into early March. Will there be spacing at the pool areas to comply with COVID rules? Will there be a reduced number of units occupied for the same reason? I'm concerned that if we come down in prime season we won't have the same accommodations and space as in more "normal" times.

Chairs were spaced out when we were there in September, but occupancy was not reduced. They were supposedly running 85% occupied during the week and 90 to 95% on weekends. Weekends were not the normal crowd. Many people smoking and vaping at the pool and security did not stop it. We were told it was the Miami crowd coming up to get out of the restrictions.

 

[TheTimeTraveler]

We are coming down late Feb into early March. Will there be spacing at the pool areas to comply with COVID rules? Will there be a reduced number of units occupied for the same reason? I'm concerned that if we come down in prime season we won't have the same accommodations and space as in more "normal" times.

I am guessing that Marriott will be spacing things everywhere as practical as possible. I don't believe unit occupancy will be less as Marriott does not own our Villas (each Villa is individually owned). Now the work out area may be closed, as well as the bar.

My best advice is just to use common sense, avoid gatherings, avoid things you don't feel comfortable with. Utilize your balcony as much as possible, and just be cautious when doing anything outside of your Villa.

I'm guessing that no matter what, it will likely be 30 or 40 degrees warmer that wherever you are coming from!





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[ruthquilts]

We have received our Proxy form for Ocean Pointe and plan to reply via the internet.

I have not received any Proxy forms, electronic or snail mail. Is there somewhere you can go online to vote.

 

[SeekingOne]

I am guessing that Marriott will be spacing things everywhere as practical as possible. I don't believe unit occupancy will be less as Marriott does not own our Villas (each Villa is individually owned). Now the work out area may be closed, as well as the bar.

My best advice is just to use common sense, avoid gatherings, avoid things you don't feel comfortable with. Utilize your balcony as much as possible, and just be cautious when doing anything outside of your Villa.

I'm guessing that no matter what, it will likely be 30 or 40 degrees warmer that wherever you are coming from!





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Workout room was open when we were there, but reduced hours and I think only 10 people. (Closed at 4 or 5 pm). Bars were open, but you could not sit at the bar. They did have wait staff bringing food and drinks to poolside.

 

[dioxide45]

I have not received any Proxy forms, electronic or snail mail. Is there somewhere you can go online to vote.

In order to vote your proxy online, you need the code. You would have to get that from the email or snail mail letter.

 

[ruthquilts]

In order to vote your proxy online, you need the code. You would have to get that from the email or snail mail letter.

I called Ocean Pointe this morning and had a difficult time finding anyone who even knew about Wednesday's meeting. When I did , I was advised that there is no one there who can assist me until Monday. It would be interesting to know if I am the only one who has not received voting info.

 

[SeekingOne]

I called Ocean Pointe this morning and had a difficult time finding anyone who even knew about Wednesday's meeting. When I did , I was advised that there is no one there who can assist me until Monday. It would be interesting to know if I am the only one who has not received voting info.

I did receive my proxy in the mail, but voted online.

 

[PsuFrh]

I did receive my proxy in the mail, but voted online.

Same here. It was several weeks ago that it came in the mail.

 

[GTLINZ]

Workout room was open when we were there, but reduced hours and I think only 10 people. (Closed at 4 or 5 pm). Bars were open, but you could not sit at the bar. They did have wait staff bringing food and drinks to poolside.

We also were there at the end of Sept. Love love love Ocean Pointe - I trade in thru Interval and go low season (usually May) and have gone now 8 years in a row. This was a rebook after May was cancelled.

The staff worked hard to make things nice. Things were spaced as mentioned and you could not sit AT the bar - but there were extra hightop tables placed around the perimeter and had service. You waited in a spaced line for food and drinks - and there were far more servers walking around and taking orders than usual. On the Rocks stayed pretty busy.

The gym was open but you had to wear a mask EVEN IF YOU WERE THE ONLY ONE IN THERE. I don't like CO2 poisoning so working out with a mask on is not a good idea IMHO. We walked the island and the beach every day. We were there when the storm was near and the wind blew hard and the red flags were out. It was spectacular to watch. We setup chairs as far back as possible but still got waves got our stuff wet as it went as far as into the grass.

They did not require masks outside but did in the buildings - not everyone followed orders. We did in consideration of others when inside and tried to keep distance from non-family while outside. The elevator was restricted to families or singles but not everyone did that either. We gave people the option to ride with us if they wanted since we already had masks on.

I felt like they did a great job of cleaning so we felt totally comfortable there. One odd thing did happen - i parked in the middle underneath most of the week and got some nasty red substance on my car that would not wash out (it had to be buffed out). The windshields were filthy from the ocean air and spray and I suspect it made some sort of rust goo get on my car from the pipes above. Just a warning for where you park - but that may have been a storm thing.

Captain Charlies Reef grill was open to our relief. Best key lime pie outside of KW !

 

[PsuFrh]

We also were there at the end of Sept. Love love love Ocean Pointe - I trade in thru Interval and go low season (usually May) and have gone now 8 years in a row. This was a rebook after May was cancelled.

The staff worked hard to make things nice. Things were spaced as mentioned and you could not sit AT the bar - but there were extra hightop tables placed around the perimeter and had service. You waited in a spaced line for food and drinks - and there were far more servers walking around and taking orders than usual. On the Rocks stayed pretty busy.

The gym was open but you had to wear a mask EVEN IF YOU WERE THE ONLY ONE IN THERE. I don't like CO2 poisoning so working out with a mask on is not a good idea IMHO. We walked the island and the beach every day. We were there when the storm was near and the wind blew hard and the red flags were out. It was spectacular to watch. We setup chairs as far back as possible but still got waves got our stuff wet as it went as far as into the grass.

They did not require masks outside but did in the buildings - not everyone followed orders. We did in consideration of others when inside and tried to keep distance from non-family while outside. The elevator was restricted to families or singles but not everyone did that either. We gave people the option to ride with us if they wanted since we already had masks on.

I felt like they did a great job of cleaning so we felt totally comfortable there. One odd thing did happen - i parked in the middle underneath most of the week and got some nasty red substance on my car that would not wash out (it had to be buffed out). The windshields were filthy from the ocean air and spray and I suspect it made some sort of rust goo get on my car from the pipes above. Just a warning for where you park - but that may have been a storm thing.

Captain Charlies Reef grill was open to our relief. Best key lime pie outside of KW !

Thanks for your details about your OP stay. It does sound doable if proper precautions are taken by us and others. Not sure how much spacing there will be in March, but I'm thinking we'll go and take our chances.

 

[LMOR]

I think the usual snowbirds can be depended on to exercise precautions for theirs and everyone's health if they return to OP this winter. Hopefully they will fill up the resort.

 

[LMOR]

Has anyone stayed in the villas on the north side of the Kingfish building? I am curious about the views from these villas. Thanks

 

[dioxide45]

Has anyone stayed in the villas on the north side of the Kingfish building? I am curious about the views from these villas. Thanks

We stayed in one on our last stay there. The views aren't great. You can certainly see the ocean, but also the parking lot below. I do show the view from one of the north facing Kingfish balconies in this video.

 

[TheTimeTraveler]

Has anyone stayed in the villas on the north side of the Kingfish building? I am curious about the views from these villas. Thanks

Those particular Villas rarely get sun (except early in the day), but do have a beautiful view of the parking lot of the old pink building (now white).



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[LMOR]

Thanks for the replies about the Kingfish.

 

[JBK]

New to the group.

 

[Chochino93]

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[Quilter]

I have been given permission to relay the following from someone who recently visited Ocean Pointe for the annual Board meeting:

1 Masks are the LAW in Palm Beach Shores. Marriott requires them at all their properties. YOU MUST wear one except when social distancing at the pool or the beach. YOU MUST wear them in the gym while working out. NO EXCEPTIONS folks!

2 One person at a time in the elevators unless you are a family unit SHARING a unit. Patience required!

3 Occupancy is up -- 70-80% range. Most FL Marriott properties near/on beaches have occupancy in this range. Not so in Orlando, much lower. All of this could change at any time.

4 Take out food only at OP. Marketplace hours are limited. No newspapers in the buildings. No furniture in the lobby. No place to sit indoors. The Sailfish conference room and the teen room off the lobby are closed. These are MANAGEMENT, not Board, decisions.

5 The Activity Center is closed. Towels at the outdoor location. No housekeeping services. Use ZINGLE to get what you want.

6 Brian Vahey is our new Director of Operations. His first day was 11/9/20. Dennis Nau, our GM, is retiring on 12/31/20. No news on his replacement. Consider emailing/calling/writing either of these gentlemen to wish them well.

7 The Sailfish refurb is complete. It is lovely although some corrective measures are underway for the height of the dining room chairs and banquette. The timetable for completion is unclear. The Dolphin refurb is on schedule for fall 2021.

8 No group activities -- coffee, VINES, aquafit, stretch, bingo, etc.....

9 You will be getting information on the 2021 maintenance fees shortly via mail or e-mail.

10 Hank Reynders decided not to continue on the Board.

Our new Board member is Marty Kanter from the Chicago area. Welcome him 1/17/21when he arrives for several weeks.

11 During a conference call on 11/18/20 the Board will decide on officers for the coming year. Most likely (but not for certain), they will remain the same -- John Parker, VP; Mark Holzhauer, Secretary; Bob Sanford, Treasurer and Chair of the Finance Committee; Marty Kanter, Director, and member of the Finance Committee; and Julie Parmegiani, President.

If things change and we are allowed to gather once again, we will hold MEET THE BOARD meetings in January to early April. Please don't count on this as COVID continues to rule our lives.

12 Finally, please remember your OP Board of Directors has the responsibility of approving the budget and overseeing FINANCIAL concerns only. We do not control/direct Marriott management decisions on gatherings, housekeeping, etc...

If you have issues, PLEASE deal with the management team at OP -- Dennis Nau, current GM; Brian Vahey, Director of Operations; or Suzanne Ngoon, Director of Rooms.

A few other things:

13 Most area restaurants are open and active. Many have covered outdoor seating.

14 COSTCO now sells gas. $1.83 regular when I was there. Otherwise gas is about $1.95 regular.

If you have questions about the resort, the management team can best answer them.

 

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