OKW Lovers Thread. Part 2

[NancyDVC]

Having stayed in an HA villa several times (both requested & not requested) I can say that yes the HA studios are lockoffs from a HA 1 bedroom. It makes sense in that if a family request a HA villa then when they arrive they can decide sleeping arrangements based on comfort rather than who needs the HA bathroom.
There is one HA GV in building 48 on the ground floor. There is no handicapped access to the second floor of the GV but the first floor master bedroom and bath are HA. Have a great time!

 

[bcuinohio]

I am getting pretty close to having my friend book me a studio in June with his DVC points. He booked us in HH last year but there is no availability at HH for our dates. I was thinking of asking him to request Turtle Pond since they have the Turtle Shack there. I thought my teenage boys might like that. I would welcome some recommendations about the different areas at OKW. I was also wondering if the pool at Turtle Pond was bigger than the other non HH pools. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

 

[Chuck S]

Turtle Pond is definitely larger than the South Point pool, the Miller's Road pool is about the same size, but the overall area of the Turtle Pond pool is nicer.

 

[bcuinohio]

Turtle Pond is definitely larger than the South Point pool, the Miller's Road pool is about the same size, but the overall area of the Turtle Pond pool is nicer.

Thanks. I think I may ask him to request Turtle Pond. Now I just need to get my vacation time approved.

 

[bcuinohio]

Thanks. I think I may ask him to request Turtle Pond. Now I just need to get my vacation time approved.

Vacation approved . We are going in Mid July . My friend didn't have enough points for us for all 8 days so he booked us for 7 and we are going to stay the first night at POFQ.

 

[Merylj]

Greetings, me and DD have 1 bed booked for 5 nights in May. We won't have a car and would like a nice view. What do you think we should request. We haven't a hospitality house booking.
thanks

 

[mylesaway]

We have 2 studios booked for Oct. and HH is not available. We would like to be close to the big pool, where should I request?

 

[Chuck S]

We have 2 studios booked for Oct. and HH is not available. We would like to be close to the big pool, where should I request?

Buildings 15, 16, 27, 28, 29, 62, 63 and 64 would be the closest non-HH buildings to the HH area.
62, 63 and 64 are the only buildings with elevators, and are often used for those with mobility issues.

 

[mylesaway]

thanks.

 

[bcuinohio]

I can't remember what came with the Kitchenette in the studio. I think there were some plates, bowls, plastic utensils, cups, a small bottle of dish washing liquid and a roll of paper towels. Does that sound right? I usually try to pick up breakfast foods at the grocery store to save time and $ so I want to have enough supplies.

 

[Chuck S]

I can't remember what came with the Kitchenette in the studio. I think there were some plates, bowls, plastic utensils, cups, a small bottle of dish washing liquid and a roll of paper towels. Does that sound right? I usually try to pick up breakfast foods at the grocery store to save time and $ so I want to have enough supplies.

Paper bowls, plates. plastic silverware,, sometimes napkins, paper towels. Small bottle of dish soap and scrubber sponge. Ceramic coffee cups/mugs and glass drinking glasses. Microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and fridge as far as appliances.

 

[DisneyLindsey]

Are there any restaurants or counter-service places at OKW?

 

[Chuck S]

Are there any restaurants or counter-service places at OKW?

Yes, OKW has a great table service venue called Olivia's and two counter service. The main counter service is Good's to Go, behind Olivia's, and there is the Turtle Shack, a seasonal counter service (pre-prepared foods) at the Turtle Pond neighborhood pool.

 

[chalee94]

Are there any restaurants or counter-service places at OKW?

http://allears.net/dining/location (look under OKW)

olivia's cafe is the only table service:

http://allears.net/dining/location/olivias-cafe

 

[Brian Noble]

Fair warning: Goods might be the worst CS location at any WDW resort. The menu is extremely limited, and IIRC there is no indoor seating. The good news is that you are only a boat ride away from DTD.

 

[taychase1015]

I am looking to change from AKL to OKW. Could someone explain what the differences are between a two bedroom lock-off and a two bedroom standard is at OKW?

 

[BobNed]

I am looking to change from AKL to OKW. Could someone explain what the differences are between a two bedroom lock-off and a two bedroom standard is at OKW?

A lock-off is a one bedroom villa with a connecting studio which includes it's own entrance and a kitchenette. A dedicated two bedroom villa will not have the kitchenette and there is an additional closet where the entrance would be. All studios at OKW have two queens as does the second bedroom in a dedicated villa.

 

[eeyoresmom]

Can someone tell me how late Goods To Go is open and do they sell Mickey Bars ? LOL

 

[Chuck S]

Can someone tell me how late Goods To Go is open and do they sell Mickey Bars ? LOL

Sorry, I'm sure someone else will know the answer regarding Good's. But I do seem to remember Mickey Bars being sold at the Conch Flats General Store (OKW's grocery and clothing store)

 

[taychase1015]

A lock-off is a one bedroom villa with a connecting studio which includes it's own entrance and a kitchenette. A dedicated two bedroom villa will not have the kitchenette and there is an additional closet where the entrance would be. All studios at OKW have two queens as does the second bedroom in a dedicated villa.

Thank you for this answer. One more question for both the lock-off and the dedicated could the guest sleeping in the living room use the bathroom next to the master bedroom without going into the master bedroom. (I have seen some pictures and it looks like there is a door in the laundry room to the bathroom, but I can't fully tell.