Miffy2003
<font color=orange>I've got Saratoga Springs - mak
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We went "home" to Saratoga Springs for the first time in December. We stayed in a 2br unit on Dec 30th and 31st. I've loved reading everyone's reviews of the various DVC resorts (particularly mine
) so here are my impressions of SSR. I do apologise if it seems a bit disjointed but I've copied bits out of different parts of my trip report 
We were me (Miffy2003 - Karen), DH (Jon), DDs (Amber 8, Erin 5) and Jon's parents, Derek & Julie. We kept our stay at SSR a surprise from everyone until we got to there
Saratoga Springs resort
As we turn into the entrance I am immediately struck by the lush green lawns that surround SSR. We stop at the entryway and tell the CM we are here to check in, and get a lovely Welcome Home. As we head up the sweeping driveway there are lots of noises of confusion from the back of the car and then some tears from Julie (actually, she cries on and off for an hour every time she sees something new and realises she is actually going to be staying here for two days!). The construction is obviously very visible as we head towards the Carriage House but there is no noise and you can only see it when making your way in and out of the resort. I think it is safe to say that Julie & Derek are very pleased and the girls are ecstatic when they realise that Donalds water play area that they have admired many times on the Internet will be at their disposal for the next few days!
We go to check in which takes only a few moments (and get some more Welcome Homes!); the room isnt ready but we are told to go ahead and enjoy the resort, with a phone number provided to call later and find out our location.
Now I am initially not as impressed with the décor and surroundings of SSR as I was at the Boardwalk, but over the next few hours I realise that this is part of the charm; it is very upscale and beautiful but (to me) not as immediately striking as the Boardwalk. But, the more time I spend here the more I love it. It is so relaxing; the atmosphere is extremely pleasant and the little touches around the resort all come together to make a most serene, stunning and welcoming resort. We are so happy to finally be here!
We explore all the communal areas in the Carriage House; the Artists Palette is very attractive yet informal which is ideal for a quick snack or drink. The shop has all that you would expect from a Disney resort with the usual goodies and there is a nice area in the food court to buy groceries. There isnt a huge selection but theres certainly enough to make yourself breakfasts and the odd dinner if you should wish to. We also pay a visit to the Turf Club, which looks a most attractive place to sit and have a cocktail or three!
It is a nice sunny day today (finally!) so we head down to the pool. As expected, the girls go mad when they see Donalds play area and go charging in. They are fully clothed but they are having so much fun I say nothing!
We get changed in the most exquisite changing rooms I have ever seen in my life and grab some sun loungers. The pool isnt very busy; I would say less than a third of the loungers are occupied. The pool area is lovely; the themeing is perfect and the zero entry a great idea. It is quite shallow and perfect for children. The waterslide is really good fun and Amber would spend all day going up and down this! Erin prefers the small waterslide and goes up and down many times. It is an extremely relaxing atmosphere and the beautifully designed and coloured buildings surrounding the pool area are wonderful to look at while you swim. They also provide shade which will be ideal in the hotter months.
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We went "home" to Saratoga Springs for the first time in December. We stayed in a 2br unit on Dec 30th and 31st. I've loved reading everyone's reviews of the various DVC resorts (particularly mine
) so here are my impressions of SSR. I do apologise if it seems a bit disjointed but I've copied bits out of different parts of my trip report We were me (Miffy2003 - Karen), DH (Jon), DDs (Amber 8, Erin 5) and Jon's parents, Derek & Julie. We kept our stay at SSR a surprise from everyone until we got to there
Saratoga Springs resort
As we turn into the entrance I am immediately struck by the lush green lawns that surround SSR. We stop at the entryway and tell the CM we are here to check in, and get a lovely Welcome Home. As we head up the sweeping driveway there are lots of noises of confusion from the back of the car and then some tears from Julie (actually, she cries on and off for an hour every time she sees something new and realises she is actually going to be staying here for two days!). The construction is obviously very visible as we head towards the Carriage House but there is no noise and you can only see it when making your way in and out of the resort. I think it is safe to say that Julie & Derek are very pleased and the girls are ecstatic when they realise that Donalds water play area that they have admired many times on the Internet will be at their disposal for the next few days!
We go to check in which takes only a few moments (and get some more Welcome Homes!); the room isnt ready but we are told to go ahead and enjoy the resort, with a phone number provided to call later and find out our location.
Now I am initially not as impressed with the décor and surroundings of SSR as I was at the Boardwalk, but over the next few hours I realise that this is part of the charm; it is very upscale and beautiful but (to me) not as immediately striking as the Boardwalk. But, the more time I spend here the more I love it. It is so relaxing; the atmosphere is extremely pleasant and the little touches around the resort all come together to make a most serene, stunning and welcoming resort. We are so happy to finally be here!
We explore all the communal areas in the Carriage House; the Artists Palette is very attractive yet informal which is ideal for a quick snack or drink. The shop has all that you would expect from a Disney resort with the usual goodies and there is a nice area in the food court to buy groceries. There isnt a huge selection but theres certainly enough to make yourself breakfasts and the odd dinner if you should wish to. We also pay a visit to the Turf Club, which looks a most attractive place to sit and have a cocktail or three!
It is a nice sunny day today (finally!) so we head down to the pool. As expected, the girls go mad when they see Donalds play area and go charging in. They are fully clothed but they are having so much fun I say nothing!
We get changed in the most exquisite changing rooms I have ever seen in my life and grab some sun loungers. The pool isnt very busy; I would say less than a third of the loungers are occupied. The pool area is lovely; the themeing is perfect and the zero entry a great idea. It is quite shallow and perfect for children. The waterslide is really good fun and Amber would spend all day going up and down this! Erin prefers the small waterslide and goes up and down many times. It is an extremely relaxing atmosphere and the beautifully designed and coloured buildings surrounding the pool area are wonderful to look at while you swim. They also provide shade which will be ideal in the hotter months.
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