Max Occupancy in DVC Resorts

[KristiKelly]

Just curious as to where this 5th person would sleep? Not trying to start anything but (will they bring up a cot) or are they allowing use of a sleeping bag type thing?

The OP said that all 3 were toddlers. I think all 3 would easily fit on the fold out or 2 on the fold out and 1 in the king bed with the parents or 2 on the fold out and 1 in a pack & play if young enough or even put all 3 in the king and the parents on the fold out if they're backs are up for it . I don't see a problem at all with 3 small children in a 1 bedroom - 3 teenagers would be different.

When we went to the mountains last fall, DD4 (almost 5) slept in between DH & me in a king size bed and there was plenty of room.

 

[MiaSRN62]

I don't see a problem at all with 3 small children in a 1 bedroom - 3 teenagers would be different.

We just did 3 teens (well 12, 14 & 17) this past Nov in a 1 bedroom at OKW and it worked out just fine. We would have preferred a 2 bedroom but there were none left. My two younger kids (girls) slept on the fold-out and my ds slept on a twin size aero bed in the living room. My kids were totally fine with this. Fortunately, the OKW 1 bedrooms are quite large so the common area has alot of space. The air mattress never felt like it was in the way at all. Not sure a 1 bedroom at the other DVC resorts would have worked out as well.
It was a little tough sharing 1 bathroom though , but that would apply to 5 people of most ages (considering their toilet trained ! )

 

[Tigger1]

I was checking out ebay, Disney and found DVC properties for rent. The seller listed max occupation of 5 for the studio he/she was renting out. I do not like the thought of property being rented to just anyone, and then to allow 5 instead of 4, hmmm.


Tigger

 

[Happy Birthday Cat]

If you read further down in the e-bay listing, the owner clearly says that the studio holds four adults and one child under three in a crib, so in fact he/she is going by the rules that we all go by.

HBC

 

[dianeschlicht]

And if they tell MS the names of 5 people and one isn't under age 3, they will be told they can't reserve a studio for 5. I asked that question just for information last time I called MS, and I was told for 5, we would have to get a 1 bedroom.

 

[TammyAlphabet]

I actually rented from this ebayer last year before I became a member. Everything went without a hitch.

 

[utahkennedys]

I have also heard nothing but great things about her and I even talked to her about renting points before our trip to the Poly in April.

 

[Tigger1]

I now see where they ebay person does state 4 adults.

Here is thier clarification of the rule

Official capacity is four adults plus one child under three in a portable crib (included with the room). Disney will not provide a rollaway.

""However, Disney's unofficial policy is that they will allow an additional guest in the room, provided you supply your own sleeping accommodations (such as a sleeping bag or inflatable mattress) and your own extra towels. ""

I think that the ebayer person should still only have 4 in a studio.

As I was read other parts of the ad, the seller mentioned the following about making the weekend reservation for the buyer. I believe they meant for cash reservations. Here is what as posted

""Because of Disney's pricing policy for Disney Vacation Club members, I cannot get much of a (or any) discount on weekend nights. However, if you're planning to stay over a weekend night or nights (Friday and Saturday), I can book them for you for your convenience; this way you won't have to worry about switching rooms. ""

Correct me if I am wrong, but I do not think that Disney will guarentee the same room for two different reservations, one cash and one DVD points. I am sure they will try to as this would be more convenient for everyone.

 

[Dean]

I now see where they ebay person does state 4 adults.

Here is thier clarification of the rule

Official capacity is four adults plus one child under three in a portable crib (included with the room). Disney will not provide a rollaway.

""However, Disney's unofficial policy is that they will allow an additional guest in the room, provided you supply your own sleeping accommodations (such as a sleeping bag or inflatable mattress) and your own extra towels. ""

I think that the ebayer person should still only have 4 in a studio.

As I was read other parts of the ad, the seller mentioned the following about making the weekend reservation for the buyer. I believe they meant for cash reservations. Here is what as posted

""Because of Disney's pricing policy for Disney Vacation Club members, I cannot get much of a (or any) discount on weekend nights. However, if you're planning to stay over a weekend night or nights (Friday and Saturday), I can book them for you for your convenience; this way you won't have to worry about switching rooms. ""

Correct me if I am wrong, but I do not think that Disney will guarentee the same room for two different reservations, one cash and one DVD points. I am sure they will try to as this would be more convenient for everyone.

Usually you can keep the same room when booked through CRO and points. And if one books through DVC for cash (but not with a discount), I believe they will count it as one reservation and guarantee the same room.

 

[Beach_Bound9]

And if they tell MS the names of 5 people and one isn't under age 3, they will be told they can't reserve a studio for 5. I asked that question just for information last time I called MS, and I was told for 5, we would have to get a 1 bedroom.

Great information, dianeschlicht, thank you for sharing. I am very pleased they are allowing 5 in a one bedroom. It does seem reasonable. I agree that 5 in a studio is too many. But two parents and three small children in a one bedroom is plenty of room, and very reasonable. Excellent news.

 

[dianeschlicht]

Usually you can keep the same room when booked through CRO and points. And if one books through DVC for cash (but not with a discount), I believe they will count it as one reservation and guarantee the same room.

Dean, even when you book on points in a lock-off and go down from a 2 bedroom to a 1 bedroom, you are not guaranteed to be able to stay in the same unit. It might be easier with a cash/point ressie if the size of the unit doesn't change.

 

[Deb & Bill]

Dean, even when you book on points in a lock-off and go down from a 2 bedroom to a 1 bedroom, you are not guaranteed to be able to stay in the same unit. It might be easier with a cash/point ressie if the size of the unit doesn't change.

And when you check into the resort for your first night, make sure you are reserved for the room for the rest of your stay. We had this situation earlier this month at SSR. When we checked in, we were not scheduled to be in the same room as our first two nights. A few moments later, we were blocked into a room that we would not have to change. But you may need to check in a bit earlier to make sure there is room available.

 

[Dean]

Dean, even when you book on points in a lock-off and go down from a 2 bedroom to a 1 bedroom, you are not guaranteed to be able to stay in the same unit. It might be easier with a cash/point ressie if the size of the unit doesn't change.

Not when changing room sizes, that's true. But for the same size and TYPE of unit it is.

 

[mom23boys]

And if they tell MS the names of 5 people and one isn't under age 3, they will be told they can't reserve a studio for 5. I asked that question just for information last time I called MS, and I was told for 5, we would have to get a 1 bedroom.

I was told the same thing recently by MS. My Mom will not be travelling with us on our next trip, so a One Bedroom would be fine for us. Usually we get a because she comes.

 

[simpilotswife]

I am just curious for the families that have two children - one male and one female - how are your sleep arrangements in a studio or a one bedroom? If one of the parents (like my dh) refuses to sleep with the child of the same sex for reasons like taking over the bed, getting kicked, etc. - where do you place everyone?

This is not to start a discussion with anyone who is not happy having 5 A in a one bedroom and they have two children male/female. I am just curious - if you look at all my threads/replies - I stay away from the occupancy thread like the plague. Do you bring an aoerobed? If so - isn't it tight and uncomfortable especially in studio? (I have not taken one yet - so I can't comment). Has anyone with two sexes (children) every done this?

We are a family of 4 and we get a 2BR Villa. I don't want to have to bring any beds or bedding and the extra room is nice.

 

[mom2alix]

This may be a stupid questions, but...

The maximum for a studio is 4 adults plus 1 child under 3.
The maximum for a 1 bedroom is 4 adults plus 1 child under 3.

Why is the maximum in a 2 bedroom 8 adults plus 1 child under 3? Shouldn't 2 children under 3 be allowed since a 2 bedroom is essentially a 1 bedroom plus a studio?

We're going to be travelling with friends who just had twins, bringing our group to a grand total of 4 adults and 6 kids (3 of the children will be under 2). I hate to get a GV, especially since the kids are all so young that we'd really rather have them in the room with us rather than in a separate bedroom.

 

[TinkABoutIt]

OK...so I realize that it states that a 1 BR sleeps 4 adults and 1 child under 3 in a crib.....BUT....what if you have 2 adults and 4 children (one under 2) and the others ranging from 9-3? Thery of course aren't adults, but is that permittable (when my children are still young) to save points? I realize that when they are older, we will definitely need a 2BR, but when they are little....and still enjoy & fit in a bed together, does that matter? (Please understand that I am only asking so I wouldn't get into trouble and of course would love to save pts. while I can)
Thanks to all who respond.....

 

[lllovell]

My answer to this is that officially you cannot put that many people in a 1 bedroom. At this time, you have to give everyone's name that is going to be staying in the room when you make your reservation (everyone has to have a key to the world to get into the EMH) and there are times when Member Services have taken reservations allowing more than 4 in a 1 bedroom, so I would give it a whirl and see.

However, I do think (if memory is serving me) that you are a potential purchaser, correct? Don't buy in hoping this will happen if it would make you immediately have to spend more points than you bargained for. The 4 in a one bedroom rule IS allowed to be bent with MS knowing, but there are no guarantees that it will continue to be allowed.

 

[TinkABoutIt]

However, I do think (if memory is serving me) that you are a potential purchaser, correct? Don't buy in hoping this will happen if it would make you immediately have to spend more points than you bargained for. The 4 in a one bedroom rule IS allowed to be bent with MS knowing, but there are no guarantees that it will continue to be allowed.

Yes...I am...have had inquiries into a resale for SSR and OKW....and this may be crazy , but what it MS? I also plan to purchase enough pts. for the 2BR, but just thought if I could save a few points (well more than a few) that I would do that in the upcoming year...knowinf that I could probably only do it once.....it's too bad that they don't have something that sleeps 6.....both the studio and 1BR both sleep 4...I realize you are also getting a larger kitchen and w/d in the 1 BR, but I think there are a lot of families with 3 or 4 kids.....and Disney IS kid oriented!!!!

 

[mom2alix]

Tink,

MS is Member Services. That's the number you call to make reservations, etc. for DVC.