OKW Lovers Thread. Part 2

[Annaelsa]

Hello everyone! Due to the weather this winter delaying school finish, we have to reschedule a June trip and are choosing OKW for the latter part of the trip.

We are very excited, as it will be our first stay at this DVC, and grateful that it is still available.

The "near HH" category is full, so I'm seeking your expert advice on which buildings to request. Knowing we will be happy no matter where we are, but will try a request if some locations are better.

Details if it matters- 1BR, 3 kids. And we will have our own car. Thank you all!!!!!

 

[Chuck S]

Hello everyone! Due to the weather this winter delaying school finish, we have to reschedule a June trip and are choosing OKW for the latter part of the trip.

We are very excited, as it will be our first stay at this DVC, and grateful that it is still available.

The "near HH" category is full, so I'm seeking your expert advice on which buildings to request. Knowing we will be happy no matter where we are, but will try a request if some locations are better.

Details if it matters- 1BR, 3 kids. And we will have our own car. Thank you all!!!!!

I like buildings 30 to 35, close to the Turtle Pond bus stop, close, but not "too close" to the Turtle Pond pool.

 

[Cottager]

Has anyone been golfing at Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course while staying at Old Key West and taken advantage of the complementary transportation. According to Disney's website:

"Complimentary transportation via taxi is available to Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels. You may request a ride at the Valet Desk or from Bell Services at select Resort hotels, and in the Pro Shop or from any golf operations staff members at the golf courses. Guests are advised to check with Guest Services or the Concierge for any transportation options offered by their hotel."

Just curious if OKW is one of the select resorts and if you go to Bell Services, Guest Services, or the Concierge to arrange for a taxi. Do they give you a taxi coupon and can you book a taxi the night before?

 

[chepic]

Has anyone been golfing at Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course while staying at Old Key West and taken advantage of the complementary transportation. According to Disney's website:

"Complimentary transportation via taxi is available to Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels. You may request a ride at the Valet Desk or from Bell Services at select Resort hotels, and in the Pro Shop or from any golf operations staff members at the golf courses. Guests are advised to check with Guest Services or the Concierge for any transportation options offered by their hotel."

Just curious if OKW is one of the select resorts and if you go to Bell Services, Guest Services, or the Concierge to arrange for a taxi. Do they give you a taxi coupon and can you book a taxi the night before?

It has been a while since Dave has golfed but I do recall they gave him a ride. We let the desk know when we checked in and they took care of everything.

Cheryl

 

[bcuinohio]

Any suggestions on a grocery store to stop at driving from MCO to OKW? I would prefer a traditional grocery store like Publix or Winn Dixie.

 

[nolanboys]

Here now and loving it!

Building 23 which is perfect location. Room is in great condition. Love being near the HH and since our boys are older, they have been going down to play basketball, and with MB it is much easier for the older 3 to go down by themselves or back to the room from the pool. They are working on the Gurgling Suitcase. Was told it will be open again in a couple of weeks. Busses have been pretty good, and most of the CM's fabulous.

 

[Holstar]

Hi again guys!

I'm back with more questions ahead of our August stay

We're (myself, my SO and our three nieces) going to be staying a two bedroom villa for two weeks. In theory, we should have tons of room, with SO and myself in the master bedroom and the girls sharing the second bedroom. However, none of them will want to share a bed for two weeks!

We considered one of them sleeping in the living room, on either the sleeper chair or sofa bed, but we've learnt from experience that keeping them together is best for keeping home sickness at bay! They won't sleep alone in a new place, and wouldn't be comfortable in such an open room, away from their other sisters.

So... I guess my question is what to do with the third little girl who won't share a bed with anyone, but also doesn't want to sleep in the living room! Any ideas?

Do any resorts (including OKW) offer a trundle bed? Possibly for an extra charge, which we would be totally happy paying? Or, would we be okay to buy an airbed somewhere locally and put this in the second bedroom?

Any suggestions would be very much appreciated

 

[chepic]

Hi again guys! I'm back with more questions ahead of our August stay We're (myself, my SO and our three nieces) going to be staying a two bedroom villa for two weeks. In theory, we should have tons of room, with SO and myself in the master bedroom and the girls sharing the second bedroom. However, none of them will want to share a bed for two weeks! We considered one of them sleeping in the living room, on either the sleeper chair or sofa bed, but we've learnt from experience that keeping them together is best for keeping home sickness at bay! They won't sleep alone in a new place, and wouldn't be comfortable in such an open room, away from their other sisters. So... I guess my question is what to do with the third little girl who won't share a bed with anyone, but also doesn't want to sleep in the living room! Any ideas? Do any resorts (including OKW) offer a trundle bed? Possibly for an extra charge, which we would be totally happy paying? Or, would we be okay to buy an airbed somewhere locally and put this in the second bedroom? Any suggestions would be very much appreciated

Just move the sleeper chair into the bedroom.

Cheryl

 

[bcuinohio]

Hi again guys!

I'm back with more questions ahead of our August stay

We're (myself, my SO and our three nieces) going to be staying a two bedroom villa for two weeks. In theory, we should have tons of room, with SO and myself in the master bedroom and the girls sharing the second bedroom. However, none of them will want to share a bed for two weeks!

We considered one of them sleeping in the living room, on either the sleeper chair or sofa bed, but we've learnt from experience that keeping them together is best for keeping home sickness at bay! They won't sleep alone in a new place, and wouldn't be comfortable in such an open room, away from their other sisters.

So... I guess my question is what to do with the third little girl who won't share a bed with anyone, but also doesn't want to sleep in the living room! Any ideas?

Do any resorts (including OKW) offer a trundle bed? Possibly for an extra charge, which we would be totally happy paying? Or, would we be okay to buy an airbed somewhere locally and put this in the second bedroom?

Any suggestions would be very much appreciated

Here is a link with pictures of the room:

http://allears.net/acc/g_okw.htm

 

[Nanajo1]

Bring a sleeping bag and switch off between the girls.

 

[HappyHappy]

We also moved the sleeper chair into the second bedroom (at BLT). Kids loved it.

 

[bcuinohio]

Less than two weeks until OKW .

 

[lovegrumpy]

Kinda getting excited about staying here for the first time.

 

[gray52]

Kinda getting excited about staying here for the first time.

What accommodations? Studio, 1br, 2br or GV?

OKW is so awesome.

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[bcuinohio]

Kinda getting excited about staying here for the first time.

Me too.

 

[nannette]

Hello All! Just booked this morning for 2 nights... the party is myself and DH. This is his retirement trip!! We are staying the first 2 nights at OKW and then moving on to CR followed by YC finishing with AKL (15 nights total)!! I've stayed OKW once and had the hospitality house category, but that wasn't available this morning. We are renting a car so we will have transportation, but really wanted to be next to the hospitality house for gurgling suitcase So what building should I request so we are close to gurgling suitcase??

I've looked at the map but I am map challenged and would really love an experts advice

Thanks
~N

 

[OKW Lover]

Hello All! Just booked this morning for 2 nights... the party is myself and DH. This is his retirement trip!! We are staying the first 2 nights at OKW and then moving on to CR followed by YC finishing with AKL (15 nights total)!! I've stayed OKW once and had the hospitality house category, but that wasn't available this morning. We are renting a car so we will have transportation, but really wanted to be next to the hospitality house for gurgling suitcase So what building should I request so we are close to gurgling suitcase??

I've looked at the map but I am map challenged and would really love an experts advice

Thanks
~N

Congratulations on DH's retirement! I've now been retired 2 years and its great!!!

If you have a car, staying in the HH area isn't at all important. We prefer the Turtle Pond area (building 35 is good) for being away from the noise, but close enough to the quiet pool. Its not that far from HH if you want to walk either.

 

[nannette]

Congratulations on DH's retirement! I've now been retired 2 years and its great!!!

If you have a car, staying in the HH area isn't at all important. We prefer the Turtle Pond area (building 35 is good) for being away from the noise, but close enough to the quiet pool. Its not that far from HH if you want to walk either.

Thank you That's exactly what I was looking for. I want to be somewhere close enough to walk over. This is DH second trip to Disney and first for him to OKW. I really think he will love this resort, but it's all about location with him!!

I hope he feels the same way about retirement! He's really only going to be semi retired... We currently live in NYC and are going to be moving the beginning of September to Dallas, Texas.. he will get a part-time job in January just to keep busy! I have this 15 day trip planned with lots of surprises and plenty of rest!!

Again thanks for the info! I'll add that to my spreadsheet and call and request that location and hope for the best!

~N

 

[eeyoreali]

I've stayed at OKW once before in a studio in building 14. I'm looking to stay in a 2 bedroom here in 2015. Am I correct in assuming that there will be 2 bedroom villas available in each of the buildings - either dedicated or lock off?

 

[OKW Lover]

Am I correct in assuming that there will be 2 bedroom villas available in each of the buildings - either dedicated or lock off?

Yes, this is correct.