2013 Hilton Head lovers thread

[DVC SSR Owner]

It will just be within the rooms, but countertops will be changed (going to granite), and there'll be changes to the center island. Appliances will change (maybe stainless), furniture, and the new couch will probably be more comfortable. Not sure of the schedule, but probably a few buildings at a time. I think they're being pretty ambitious, starting right after the holidays, January is always slowest anyways, and hoping to be done by summer. I don't know if the Main Lodge is first or last. Oh, they have chips in their refillable mugs now and the machine talks to you (telling you where to put the mug)!

Thanks for the info. We are going 6/7-6/13. We have reservations for a 1 bedroom. It is a smaller resort so maybe it will be done by then hopefully!

 

[Simba's Mom]

Thanks for the info. We are going 6/7-6/13. We have reservations for a 1 bedroom. It is a smaller resort so maybe it will be done by then hopefully!

I LOVE this one bedroom-we'll keep it clean for you. I think it'll be done by June.

 

[marynvince]

Digging the studio view of marriott door open wind and water sounds like the ocean love it here. Much better ambiance then shipyard which is very empty in general

 

[Simba's Mom]

Oh, I just remembered to post our experience regarding room requests, at least on 1 BRs. We've tried requesting a specific villa once, and got one far away from it. So last year, we decided to give them a choice of 3 villas as our requests. We got our third choice. OK. So this year we decided to try a little "reverse psychology" When listing our choices, we listed what was really our third choice as our first and what was really our first choice as our third choice (Follow me?). Once again, we got the one we listed as our third choice. So this year, reverse psychology worked. We're sitting in our very favorite villa that the resort thought was our third choice. I think we're going to try this tactic again next year-after all, there's really no bad place to end up at DHHI.

 

[Judique]

Oh, I just remembered to post our experience regarding room requests, at least on 1 BRs. We've tried requesting a specific villa once, and got one far away from it. So last year, we decided to give them a choice of 3 villas as our requests. We got our third choice. OK. So this year we decided to try a little "reverse psychology" When listing our choices, we listed what was really our third choice as our first and what was really our first choice as our third choice (Follow me?). Once again, we got the one we listed as our third choice. So this year, reverse psychology worked. We're sitting in our very favorite villa that the resort thought was our third choice. I think we're going to try this tactic again next year-after all, there's really no bad place to end up at DHHI.

We've got 3 or 4 first choice villas at Hilton Head, so we are rarely disappointed.

How about sharing some pics so we can all enjoy your view?

 

[KristiMc]

Oh, I just remembered to post our experience regarding room requests, at least on 1 BRs. We've tried requesting a specific villa once, and got one far away from it. So last year, we decided to give them a choice of 3 villas as our requests. We got our third choice. OK. So this year we decided to try a little "reverse psychology" When listing our choices, we listed what was really our third choice as our first and what was really our first choice as our third choice (Follow me?). Once again, we got the one we listed as our third choice. So this year, reverse psychology worked. We're sitting in our very favorite villa that the resort thought was our third choice. I think we're going to try this tactic again next year-after all, there's really no bad place to end up at DHHI.

What is your favorite villa for a 1 BR? We will be visiting the for first time in June. Why is it your favorite?

 

[okw2012]

What is your favorite villa for a 1 BR? We will be visiting the for first time in June. Why is it your favorite?

Note that there are only 21 1BR villas, most of them in the main lodge. The others are located beneath the 5 GVs (Buildings 16,18,19,28 and 30) . Most offer marsh views (no pool view) and are on the 1st floor.

I prefer to rent one of the 16 units in the main lodge. There are very nice marsh and marina views from the top floor.

 

[Simba's Mom]

I prefer to rent one of the 16 units in the main lodge. There are very nice marsh and marina views from the top floor.

Yup, top floor main lodge. Although I love the view now, when it's 36 degrees outside, I can see a potential disadvantage in the warm weather. We face east, so in the morning the sun faces our balcony and reflects off the water. I'll bet it can get super hot in the summer. Pictures when I get back home and have a USB cable. Meanwhile-Happy Thanksgiving!

 

[Tinkmom]

What is your favorite villa for a 1 BR? We will be visiting the for first time in June. Why is it your favorite?

Most of the one bedroom units are in the Lodge and that is a great location. Yeah, some might consider it a bit of a trek to the pool, restaurant, etc. but those fantastic marsh views are definitely worth it. One trip when we stayed in the Lodge I saw dolphins each and every day from the balcony. It was a wonderful experience!

 

[aaarcher86]

Most of the one bedroom units are in the Lodge and that is a great location. Yeah, some might consider it a bit of a trek to the pool, restaurant, etc. but those fantastic marsh views are definitely worth it. One trip when we stayed in the Lodge I saw dolphins each and every day from the balcony. It was a wonderful experience!

Were the dolphins out in the marsh?! I wasn't expecting that!

 

[Simba's Mom]

Were the dolphins out in the marsh?! I wasn't expecting that!

We've seen them from here also. Sometimes out in the marsh (by the fishing pier), sometimes from the inlet right by the main lodge, and a couple times we've seen them playing among the boats over in the marina.

 

[aaarcher86]

Anyone have a suggestion on 2 bedroom buildings? I'd prefer a marsh view. Proximity to amenities doesn't matter much to us. We will have a vehicle. We usually head to Myrtle beach so having coffee on the balcony and watching dolphins or wildlife like we do there would be amazing!

We've seen them from here also. Sometimes out in the marsh (by the fishing pier), sometimes from the inlet right by the main lodge, and a couple times we've seen them playing among the boats over in the marina.

So exciting!

Are there typically sea turtles around the second week in June?

 

[okw2012]

Anyone have a suggestion on 2 bedroom buildings? I'd prefer a marsh view. Proximity to amenities doesn't matter much to us.

The buildings on the walkway to the main lodge have nice marsh views, but you won't see dolphins there, too shallow I think. The area close to the boat ramp is great for marsh views with chances of seeing dolphins (buildings 27, 29, 31). Ask for a top floor.

 

[aaarcher86]

The buildings on the walkway to the main lodge have nice marsh views, but you won't see dolphins there, too shallow I think. The area close to the boat ramp is great for marsh views with chances of seeing dolphins (buildings 27, 29, 31). Ask for a top floor.

Awesome. Thanks for the tip!

 

[Simba's Mom]

We have friends who saw dolphins while staying in building 31.

 

[kollerbear]

My fiance and I are going to be at HHI for the first time for Christmas Eve and Christmas. We're really excited to have a relaxing time, but a little bit of festivities would be awesome.

Any information from anyone about what's going on around Xmas? Any recommendations?

Thanks!!!

 

[Pluto's Gang]

Hi Simba's Mom! If you get the chance, can you ask a cast member if the refurb will include adding sleeper chairs to the 1 and 2 bedroom villas? It would be nice to be able to get a 1 BR for our family of 5, instead of a 2 BR to be able to save on points. Enjoy HH, it is our favorite DVC

 

[simbasmom2]

How many 2BR villas are there? We are new to DVC and AKV is our home resort. We have stayed there and loved it. We are crossing our fingers and hoping we can book a 2BR in August. I know it's a long shot, but I am really hoping.

Another question...for you experienced HHI DVCers what would be my next best option if I can't get a 2 BR? It will be my fam of 4, 2 of my daughters friends and my mom & dad.

Thanks everyone

 

[Chelley00]

So exciting!

Are there typically sea turtles around the second week in June?

We didn't see any there, but we did when we went to North Carolina the weekend after we left Hilton Head

 

[Simba's Mom]

Hi Simba's Mom! If you get the chance, can you ask a cast member if the refurb will include adding sleeper chairs to the 1 and 2 bedroom villas? It would be nice to be able to get a 1 BR for our family of 5, instead of a 2 BR to be able to save on points. Enjoy HH, it is our favorite DVC

We got back last Friday, and ever since I first read your post I've been thinking "Darn! Why didn't I think to ask that!?"