OKW Lovers Thread. Part 2

[Deb & Bill]

I will most likely get to OKW before check in. I was planning on stopping by the grocery store on my way in to pickup some snacks and drinks. If our room is not ready, will they hold our groceries with our luggage?

Any suggestions on a good grocery store to stop at coming from MCO? I went to the Super Walmart on our last trip and it was crazy. I thought about maybe stopping at Costco on the way. The other thought was to check in first and then head up to Winn Dixie or Publix.

They will hold your groceries with your luggage. And you'll need to separate your refrigerated items from the non-refrigerated.

 

[dianeschlicht]

We are looking to book a 1 week stay in a 1BR for March '15. How easy is it to get that at the 7 month mark? We currently own at BLT but would like to stay somewhere a little bit more quiet and relaxed this time! Thanks!!

That kind of depends on if it's near the heavy spring break times. Early in March will be easier than later in March. We often go in March, and I tend to book it at about 10 months out.

 

[gydell]

How much is extra day of housekeeping?

 

[Deb & Bill]

How much is extra day of housekeeping?

Laundry and Housekeeping Services
Disney Vacation Club Resorts offer laundry and housekeeping services. Daily housekeeping service is not provided for Members.
This Resort hotel offers a 24-hour self-service laundry room. There are also dry-cleaning and valet laundry services. Villas with 1 or more bedrooms also feature in-unit washers and dryers.
Trash & Towel Service
For stays of 7 or less nights, Trash & Towel Service is provided on day 4, regardless of whether you're using Member-discounted cash, vacation points or a combination of both.
With Trash & Towel service, Housekeeping will:
• Empty trash and replace liners in trash bins.
• Provide fresh bathroom linens.
• Replace bath amenities as needed.
• Replenish facial tissues, paper towels and toilet paper.
• Replenish coffee, sugar, cream and sweeteners.
Full Cleaning Service
For stays of 8 or more nights, Full-Cleaning Service is provided on day 4 and Trash & Towel Service is provided on day 8, regardless of whether you're using Member-discounted cash, vacation points or a combination of both. This process repeats for stays longer than 8 days.
With Full-Cleaning service, Housekeeping will provide everything included with the Trash & Towel Service, plus:
• Change the bed linens.
• Vacuum and dust the vacation villa.
• Clean the bathroom(s).
• Clean the kitchen/kitchenette and wash the dishes.
Rental Guests (non-Members or Disney Vacation Club Members paying rack rate) receive Full Cleaning Services every day.
For all of the above, additional Housekeeping Services may be purchased.
Additional Housekeeping Service Daily Rates:
• Full Cleaning Service for Deluxe Studio - $30 per day requested
• Full Cleaning Service for 1-Bedroom Villa - $45 per day requested
• Full Cleaning Service for 2-Bedroom Villa - $60 per day requested
Additional Trash & Towel Service Daily Rates:
• Trash & Towel Service for Deluxe Studio - $15 per day requested
• Trash & Towel service for 1-Bedroom Villa - $20 per day requested
• Trash & Towel service for 2-Bedroom Villa - $25 per day requested
Pay As You Play
With Pay As You Play service, you'll be provided with the following amenities at no additional charge at the start of your stay. After that, you may purchase more amenities for the following fees (fees are subject to change):
• Toiletries Package, $5 - 1 facial soap, 1 bath soap, 1 shampoo, 1 conditioner, 1 shower gel
• Coffee Package, $3 - 1 package of coffee, 8 sugars, 8 creamers, 8 artificial sweeteners
• Towel Package, $6 - 4 bath towels, 2 hand towels, 4 washcloths, 1 bath mat
• Laundry Detergent (only in 1- and 2-Bedroom Vacation Villas), $1 - 1 box

 

[gydell]

Thanks!

 

[rkmassa]

Buildings 45, 46 and 55 are lovely canal views, and I very much enjoyed the nice view of one of the ponds from building 35 last November.

We stayed in 45, and several times were jostled awake from a couple of rare "sleep-ins" by boat captains leading passengers in yelling "wake up!" We will be returning in July, and no way will we stay in those buildings.

 

[Chuck S]

We stayed in 45, and several times were jostled awake from a couple of rare "sleep-ins" by boat captains leading passengers in yelling "wake up!" We will be returning in July, and no way will we stay in those buildings.

To those who may be concerned about this, while I don't condone the practice, the boats to DtD do not begin running to DownTown Disney until 10am.

 

[Fsudisney]

Is there a movie schedule available anywhere for February or March at OKW? TIA

 

[dianeschlicht]

We stayed in 45, and several times were jostled awake from a couple of rare "sleep-ins" by boat captains leading passengers in yelling "wake up!" We will be returning in July, and no way will we stay in those buildings.

HUH??? We have stayed in 45 and 46 many times, and I've never heard anything like that. The only thing is that early in the morning, the security boat makes a run through the canal, but it isn't loud. If you were awakened by the DTD boat, it must have been at least 10:30 or 11:00, so not early.

 

[bcuinohio]

They will hold your groceries with your luggage. And you'll need to separate your refrigerated items from the non-refrigerated.

Thank You.

 

[Joy]

Hello OKW fans!

I have 7 month window question if you wouldn't mind helping a fellow DVCer out. We going to do the Tower of Terror run the first weekend in October, which is also Food & Wine Festival. What do you think my chances are at the seven month window of getting either a two bedroom or two studios?

Our home resort is VWL and I didn't think to book anything until today. There are no studios left and I don't have enough points for a 2 bedroom.

We have been wanting to try OKW so this seems like the perfect opportunity to do so.

 

[dianeschlicht]

Hello OKW fans!

I have 7 month window question if you wouldn't mind helping a fellow DVCer out. We going to do the Tower of Terror run the first weekend in October, which is also Food & Wine Festival. What do you think my chances are at the seven month window of getting either a two bedroom or two studios?

Our home resort is VWL and I didn't think to book anything until today. There are no studios left and I don't have enough points for a 2 bedroom.

We have been wanting to try OKW so this seems like the perfect opportunity to do so.

I think a 2 bedroom might be easier than 2 studios, but I think it's possible at 7 months.

 

[Joy]

Thanks. If I can't get OKW we may end up at a moderate on cash.

 

[drcoulsey]

Does the OKW Grand Villa have a 4th bathroom on the first floor for anyone who sleeps on the sofa? If so, does that bathroom have a tub or shower?

 

[Deb & Bill]

Does the OKW Grand Villa have a 4th bathroom on the first floor for anyone who sleeps on the sofa? If so, does that bathroom have a tub or shower?

Yes and it is just a shower.

 

[ibela]

Hi. I just recently booked a week at OKW studio in late August. I've been at most of the resorts but for some reason, never stayed at OKW. Anyway, I booked near HH and then saw someone mention Illuminations. Is there anywhere I can see Illuminations from the resort if it's a non-park day?

 

[Deb & Bill]

Hi. I just recently booked a week at OKW studio in late August. I've been at most of the resorts but for some reason, never stayed at OKW. Anyway, I booked near HH and then saw someone mention Illuminations. Is there anywhere I can see Illuminations from the resort if it's a non-park day?

Not really, except for maybe a few of the higher fireworks. And they will be far away.

 

[katema52]

I remember once floating on my back in one of the pools and watching the top of the fireworks. It's a great memory.

 

[bcuinohio]

How long does it take to get to SSR? A friend of mine (DVC member at OKW) told me that SSR has a nice food court. If I drive over there, will they let me in? I thought that the boat might be a little slow since I would have to go to DTD first.

 

[lojo]

We stayed in OKW on our first visit to WDW - loved it.

Starting to plan for our next visit and OKW is right up there in our shortlist.

Having the top floor is important to us (no feet above our heads) but would like to find out which buildings have 2 floors (as opposed to the 3 floor buildings). Does anyone know of a website/page/blog/post that lists them or identifies them on a map?

TIA