Schooner Landing

Schooner Landing and Its Setting

Schooner Landing is an independent timeshare resort in Newport, Oregon, affiliated with RCI. Ownership here follows the standard timeshare model—owners hold either a deeded or right-of-use interval that gives them recurring access to the resort, along with the option to deposit their week into RCI for exchange elsewhere. Newport itself is a long-established fishing town on Oregon's central coast, giving the resort a genuine working-harbour backdrop rather than the feel of a purpose-built resort strip.

Newport and the Central Oregon Coast

Newport's draw is its bayfront: a working waterfront lined with seafood restaurants, marine shops and views of fishing boats and resident sea lions. Beyond the harbour, the town is a good base for exploring the wider central coast—rugged headlands, tide pools, lighthouses and beaches all lie within a short drive in either direction. The downtown area is compact and walkable, and the region draws visitors year-round for its combination of coastal scenery and small-town maritime character.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

Owners who no longer use their Schooner Landing week have the option to list it for private resale or rent it out directly on BidMyTimeshare.com. As with any resale at an independent, RCI-affiliated resort, the transfer of ownership is typically handled through the resort's own owners' association or management company rather than through RCI itself, so a seller or buyer should confirm directly with Schooner Landing what the current transfer fee is, how long processing takes, and whether the association holds a right of first refusal before a sale can close. Buyers should also ask for the current annual maintenance fee and whether it's up to date, since unpaid fees can affect a transfer. On BidMyTimeshare.com, the seller sets the asking price, buyers contact the seller directly through the listing, and there's no commission on the sale—sellers pay a single, one-time listing fee to advertise. Because the resort carries a verified RCI affiliation, it's worth noting in any listing, as RCI access is something buyers specifically look for when comparing resale weeks.

What Renters Look For

Renters considering a week at Schooner Landing are typically drawn by Newport's bayfront dining and shopping, proximity to the Oregon Coast Aquarium, and easy access to nearby natural attractions like Yaquina Head and the Sea Lion Caves. Clear information on the unit size, the specific week or season on offer, and whether the stay includes any RCI exchange flexibility helps a listing stand out to prospective renters.

Practical Notes for Buyers and Sellers

Before listing or buying, confirm directly with Schooner Landing's association or management: the transfer fee, the current annual maintenance fee, whether there's a right of first refusal, and exactly what transfers to a resale buyer (for example, whether RCI affiliation carries over automatically or requires separate enrolment). Having these details to hand speeds up the transaction for both sides and avoids surprises after a sale is agreed.