Vacation Village Resorts sold many owners a deeded week at a specific property, from Orlando to Williamsburg to Las Vegas. Deeded ownership can feel permanent, and for owners who no longer travel the way they once did, the annual fees and the lasting obligation become a burden. If you are researching Vacation Village timeshare cancellation, it helps to understand the ownership and the company behind it.
This page explains what Vacation Village is, why owners seek an exit, and how a timeshare attorney can help you understand your options.
Vacation Village Resorts at a Glance
Vacation Village Resorts is the consumer brand of The Berkley Group, a resort developer founded in the early 1980s and based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Under the Vacation Village name, the company has offered deeded real estate interests at more than 30 resort and affiliate properties, with an owner base reported in the hundreds of thousands of families.
Well known properties include Vacation Village at Parkway near Orlando, Vacation Village at Weston in South Florida, the Williamsburg Plantation in Virginia, Grand Lake Resort in the Orlando area, and The Grandview at Las Vegas. Day-to-day operations have long been handled by an affiliated management company, Daily Management, Inc. In January 2025, The Berkley Group and Daily Management were acquired by Vacatia, Inc., which means owners today are dealing with a new corporate parent.
How Vacation Village Ownership Works
Most Vacation Village owners hold a deeded interest, often a fixed or floating week at a specific resort. Two features cause the most difficulty:
- Annual maintenance fees. Billed every year and generally increasing, whether or not you use the week.
- A deeded, lasting commitment. Deeded interests are typically written to continue indefinitely, which is part of why owners struggle to exit on their own.
Why Vacation Village Owners Want a Way Out
The reasons are practical. Fees rise year after year. A fixed week may no longer fit an owner's health, budget, or travel habits. Reselling a deeded week often returns little. And because the obligation is designed to last, many owners feel they are paying indefinitely for something they can no longer use. A recent change in corporate ownership can also leave owners uncertain about who they are dealing with and what comes next.
Options for Getting Out of a Vacation Village Timeshare
A few paths are common, each with real limits.
Resale or Transfer
Deeded weeks frequently resell for a small fraction of the original price, and the resale market attracts scams. Be cautious about any offer that requires large upfront fees.
Exit Companies
Timeshare cancellation companies advertise quick exits, but they are not law firms. Before paying, consider why a law firm can differ from an exit company.
Working With a Timeshare Attorney
A licensed attorney can review your deed, the sale, and your current obligations, then explain what a timeshare cancellation effort might involve for your situation.
Why Vacation Village Owners Work With a Law Firm
A law firm and a sales-style exit company are not the same. Finn Law Group is a Florida consumer protection law firm focused on timeshare matters, with attorneys who have represented vacation ownership consumers for decades. Litigation is led by managing attorney J. Andrew Meyer, whose experience includes individual and multi-plaintiff timeshare actions. A firm is bound by professional and ethical duties that a marketing company is not.
How Finn Law Group Approaches Vacation Village Situations
The work begins with your deed and purchase documents, since the terms vary from resort to resort. A review may look at how the week was sold, the fees and any financing, and what you want to accomplish. Outcomes depend on the facts, so the goal is a clear understanding of your options.
Frequently Asked Questions
The company was just acquired. Does that change my contract?
A change in corporate ownership does not usually erase an existing deeded obligation. Your contract most likely continues, which is why reviewing your own paperwork matters.
Can my heirs be forced to take my week?
Depending on the ownership structure and estate documents, there may be ways to address inheritance concerns. See related questions on the firm's timeshare FAQ page.
Talk to a Timeshare Attorney About Your Vacation Village Ownership
If you are unsure where you stand, a conversation with an attorney can help. You can reach out for a free consultation to discuss your Vacation Village ownership and the paths that may be available.
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Outcomes vary based on the facts of each individual situation, and you should consult a licensed attorney about your own circumstances.
