Thank you so much!You could rent a DVC Villa, and I think a lot of folks on here would recommend it. The main drawback is the lack of flexibility: unlike with a Disney hotel reservation, you can't really cancel at the last minute, as those points get locked in and would otherwise go to waste.
You may also not find availability in a Studio, depending on the resort, as some room types book up right at the 11-month window. That said, you're planning far enough in advance that your chances are good, even if you may have to be a bit flexible on which resort you end up booking.
There are a handful of resorts with Studios that sleep 5, including:
Several of the 1-Bedroom units also sleep five -- but not all! https://plandisney.disney.go.com/question/dvc-bedroom-units-sleep-people-ca-snorer-family-need-351003
- Boulder Ridge Villas (Wilderness Lodge!)
- Beach Club Villas
- Boardwalk Villas
- Polynesian
- Riviera
- Grand Floridian
It varies by resort, but typically a 1BR will cost about twice as many points as a Studio, and a 2BR will cost another 30%-35% more than a 1BR.
Where do you book DVC rentals?You could rent a DVC Villa, and I think a lot of folks on here would recommend it. The main drawback is the lack of flexibility: unlike with a Disney hotel reservation, you can't really cancel at the last minute, as those points get locked in and would otherwise go to waste.
You may also not find availability in a Studio, depending on the resort, as some room types book up right at the 11-month window. That said, you're planning far enough in advance that your chances are good, even if you may have to be a bit flexible on which resort you end up booking.
There are a handful of resorts with Studios that sleep 5, including:
Several of the 1-Bedroom units also sleep five -- but not all! https://plandisney.disney.go.com/question/dvc-bedroom-units-sleep-people-ca-snorer-family-need-351003
- Boulder Ridge Villas (Wilderness Lodge!)
- Beach Club Villas
- Boardwalk Villas
- Polynesian
- Riviera
- Grand Floridian
It varies by resort, but typically a 1BR will cost about twice as many points as a Studio, and a 2BR will cost another 30%-35% more than a 1BR.
There’s lots of sites that are known for this like the board sponser https://www.dvcresalemarket.com/ or https://dvcrequest.com/. They’ve been around for a long time so can be trusted. Or if you’re looking for potentially a better deal (but with a bit more risk) and want to take the middle man out of it, you can check out the rental boards here on the DIS or Facebook. There are tons of owners who post rentals with their own stipulations and prices you can filter through and see who you’re comfortable with.Where do you book DVC rentals?
Where do you book DVC rentals?
There’s lots of sites that are known for this like the board sponser https://www.dvcresalemarket.com/ or https://dvcrequest.com/. They’ve been around for a long time so can be trusted. Or if you’re looking for potentially a better deal (but with a bit more risk) and want to take the middle man out of it, you can check out the rental boards here on the DIS or Facebook. There are tons of owners who post rentals with their own stipulations and prices you can filter through and see who you’re comfortable with.
Are you able to use the same perks as staying at a DIsney resort? -Yes...if you rent DVC it IS a Disney Resort so you get the perksAre you able to use the same perks as staying at a DIsney resort? Magical express to and from the airport? 6 months out book ADRs? Thanks!
Before booking, you are going to want to find a photo of a studio at that resort with all of the beds open. If a studio is going to sleep five, that usually means: queen size bed + Murphy bed pulled down + bed under the TV pulled down (this one is smaller than twin size). There might not be much space to move around. If you have a stroller, wheel chair or scooter in the room, the space might be very tight.
To clarify: it's 60 days for everybody now, that is just a policy change at WDW. So you aren't at a disadvantage as a DVC guest (owner or renter).Are you able to use the same perks as staying at a DIsney resort? -Yes...if you rent DVC it IS a Disney Resort so you get the perks
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6 months out book ADRs? -It will be 60 days for that
I agree, DVC has started saber rattling about enforcing the no commercial renting rule (as has been done in other timeshare systems) & there’s really no way to predict whether DVC will actually do something about it going forward. But potential renters should at least be aware that the issue is on DVC’s radar & thus there’s some risk that they might act.…
DVC prohibits owners renting for "commercial" purposes and have indicated that they are going to begin enforcing that policy. No one knows what that means but they discuss a "pattern of activity". The remedy, if this pattern is noted, might be to cancel that owner's reservations. Again, no one seems sure. But using a broker could indicate a pattern.....or not.
Husband and I are 5'6" and 5'10". My daughters are about 5" and my little guy is just 4 years old. I think we could make do- not as comforatble as BC but hey, its Disney!How many sleeping surfaces do you need and how tall are the members of your family? You may wish to go to Bonnet Creek, depending on prices
Both are magical places. If your family likes the Skyliner and the weather gods participate then the Riviera would be my recommendation. I've put family up in both locations and the Riviera won in the room comfort category. It's going to cost a handful more points if you can't get a standard view studio so if that's your preference you will need to plan ahead.So we are considering either Boulder Ridge studio or Rivera studio. We will be there for 7
nights- 2 MK, 2 EPcot, 1 DHS and 1 AK. Love the theme of WL but wonder if the newness/central location of Tivera would be better.