OKW lovers thread !!!

[dianeschlicht]

We are 17 days away now and getting extremely excited.

I know when weve stayed at pop century, we faxed the resort 3 days before to request an area.. is this possible for okw, or any other way to request a block?? We are really wanting 46 or 45.

Also, is there any charge for the sauna??

It's not allowed for us to fax room requests at DVC resorts. FYI, buildings 45 and 46 are also the most requested ones by owners (other than the HH booking area). The only way would be to ask once you arrive at the resort. They will usually work with you at check in to get you where you wish to be.

 

[Pattiwig]

The bench 'thingy' is right next to the TV armoire in the master bedroom, it is upolstered and has two large drawers in it. It used to fit tons of stuff, unless they have changed it with the updates they have made.

If you look at the photo link in the post above, go to bedroom entertainment under the one bedroom photos, you will see it.

 

[dianeschlicht]

The bench 'thingy' is right next to the TV armoire in the master bedroom, it is upolstered and has two large drawers in it. It used to fit tons of stuff, unless they have changed it with the updates they have made.

If you look at the photo link in the post above, go to bedroom entertainment under the one bedroom photos, you will see it.

The bench is still there. The master bedroom has a LOT of storage. There are 4 drawers in the armoire, the bench, and a full sized closet in the master bath. For the rest of the villa, there is a HUGE area under the buffet near the dining table where living room guests can store their things. There is also a small closet off the front entry where the vacuum etc is stored for hanging things the living room guests might have. We also utilize the laundry room for storage of some items if we need to.

 

[DVCconvert]

Also, is there any charge for the sauna??

no

 

[Twinkly-Tink]

It's not allowed for us to fax room requests at DVC resorts. FYI, buildings 45 and 46 are also the most requested ones by owners (other than the HH booking area). The only way would be to ask once you arrive at the resort. They will usually work with you at check in to get you where you wish to be.

So if we book a 'package' as non DVC owners do we need to specify when we book a preference on or do we get what we're given?! I only ask as we haven't booked as yet - but I'm hoping to soon and I'm trying to find out all I can before my sister returns from her current vacation so we can book when she's back!!! Ideally we would really like a 1BV with the dual bathroon entry

TIA

Lynn

 

[Cinders Mum]

Lynn

Get your requests noted on your disney uk reservation when you book, it will be noted as a special request (ie not guaranteed) but it will be noted there.

Val

 

[Twinkly-Tink]

Lynn

Get your requests noted on your disney uk reservation when you book, it will be noted as a special request (ie not guaranteed) but it will be noted there.

Val

Thanks Val

Are you the same 'Cinders Mum' from 'The DIBB'?? if so heard good things about you

 

[mdgpop]

Building 17 was a very easy walk to HH and Millers road pool and bus stop. we were on the first floor very easy in/out of our one bedroom.

 

[mdgpop]

here are some pics from our patio in building 17.

 

[debbieandroo]

Wow! Beautiful pictures!!!

I'm pretty excited - just got reservations for a 2BR at OKW, the second week of November.

Was a little concerned about availability at this late date so was even more happy about my reservations. Now, seeing the lovely pictures and reading the great reports, I'm over the moon!

Woo-hoo!

 

[chepic]

thanks for the photos....can't wait until January!!!

 

[KatMark]

Thank you for the photos. You have made us more excited about our stay there five weeks from this coming Sunday.

 

[jimmytammy]

here are some pics from our patio in building 17.

Love those course views!

Speaking of golf, I was just reading in Orlando Attractions magazine that OKW has a putt putt course. We have stayed there twice, and havent seen it. We will be there again in Oct. and would love to play if its available. Can someone direct me which way to go from HH?

 

[dmoore22]

Love those course views!

Speaking of golf, I was just reading in Orlando Attractions magazine that OKW has a putt putt course. We have stayed there twice, and havent seen it. We will be there again in Oct. and would love to play if its available. Can someone direct me which way to go from HH?

OKW does not have a miniature golf course. They are probably referring to the mini-putt putt activity at the Community Hall. Check "Hank's Happenings", a newsletter you receive at check-in for the schedule of activities.

 

[jimmytammy]

OKW does not have a miniature golf course. They are probably referring to the mini-putt putt activity at the Community Hall. Check "Hank's Happenings", a newsletter you receive at check-in for the schedule of activities.

That makes sense. Thanks for the reply.

 

[Cinders Mum]

Thanks Val

Are you the same 'Cinders Mum' from 'The DIBB'?? if so heard good things about you

Awww thank you Yep I am indeed.
Hope you have a fab stay, we love OKW.

Val
xx

 

[Mai Ku Tiki]

Thanks for the beautiful pix, mdgpop!

 

[supersuperwendy]

Nice pictures! I can't wait to become an Old Key West lover!

 

[heathers4um]

Wendy, youre going to LOVE it...

So laid back and easy, gorgeous tropical lushness and Jimmy singing in the background...

I want to go HOME! Life is easy there!

Nice pictures! I can't wait to become an Old Key West lover!

 

[merbobear]

Out of curiousity I emailed member services and received the following response:

"Thank you for contacting DISNEY VACATION CLUB®.

We appreciate your interest in DISNEY VACATION CLUB.

Olivia's confirms that, although it does not appear on the menu, they do
have an adult option for Mickey's Waffles. Just ask your server and
they will be more than happy to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if we can be of any further assistance.

Sincerely,

Vern

Member Services | Online Communications
DISNEY VACATION CLUB"


I think I've found another "Hidden Mickey" at Olivia's!

Wow, thanks for posting that (and doing the leg-work!)! I just got that much more excited for our vacation!