The former Warner Springs Ranch (Southern California Mtns) was a destination resort, to me. We went just for the property; park the car and leave it sit. The resort offered 2500 acres to explore ... and lots of activities: horseback riding (the big draw for me, starting with their independent rider program and, later, my own horses), golf, hiking trails, HOT SPRINGS!, sail planes, tennis, the Lodge (major social hub), the historic casitas, critters, night sky programs, painting classes, etc. It was a "locals" place and many lifelong friendships were formed on that property ... sure do miss it!
Worldmark's Running Y in Klamath Falls, OR, has a similar feel, although more modern. I feel I could visit with no intention to leave. The property is large with a mixed use development of timeshare and vacation homes, multiple golf courses, a Lodge, indoor pool complex, etc. The natural setting is rustic / woodsy, lots of open space and the related critters: deer, coyote, rabbits, eagle, etc. My impression when I'm there: I'm welcome, there is no "hurry," please "let down" in comfort and style.
Disney's Vero Beach, FL, while small, could be a destination location for a few days. Who doesn't enjoy unwinding on a mostly quiet beach?
In the right weather, the Wyndham Pagosa, CO, resort might be a "sit, stay, relax, enjoy" place. We've been 4 times but always to attend a nearby horsey conference. I think I might enjoy a few days here with no agenda except to walk about the property, watch the clouds, gaze at the mountains ... oh, wait ... if I had free time at this place I know I'd be driving into town to use the Hot Springs. Well, except for those inviting hot springs, I think I could be settled into the Pagosa resort for a few happy days.
Falcon Glen, South Africa, is a destination resort ... at least if you aren't from the US on your first visit to SA with a long list of other things to see and do! Each unit is a stand alone house, most 2BR with loft, wrap-around patio with brick BBQ. The property offers both hot springs and cool pools, trampoline, mini-golf, some wildlife (baboons, lots of birds!!, cool reptiles, bats, and more), lovely landscaping and breath taking views. I was very glad we cancelled some of our plans just to "sit, stay, enjoy the resort."
Hmm, the more I think of it ... most of my timeshare history is mostly "for the resort" over the area. The resort almost has to carry at least 70% of the draw for me ...?