OKW lovers thread !!!

[BEASLYBOO]

. Are there gas grills and if so, are they convenient to the villa?

Also, how is Olivia's? I don't want to cook every meal

Thanks!

I love to cook and do it every trip in my OKW kitchen but we also make of the "charcoal" grills by the quiet pools, little to no clean up! This is one of the reason that we are particularly fond of the Turtle Pond Area! We bring down steaks, chicken, etc., a few cocktails, sodas and snacks/hors d'oeuvres. We use the pool while the coals get hot, and just enjoy being on vacation and yes, it's a nice break from the parks!

Olivia's, love the bacon cheeseburger, the conch fritters, the Caesar salad and the key lime pie! It's very casual and the food is good!

 

[RachelTori]

We have a studio, near HH, booked in April. I want to request the Peninsular Rd culdesac. Thinking of requesting building 23 or 26. Which do you prefer (and why )?

TIA.

 

[Chuck S]

We have a studio, near HH, booked in April. I want to request the Peninsular Rd culdesac. Thinking of requesting building 23 or 26. Which do you prefer (and why )?

TIA.

The problem with requesting a specific building, rather than just ""The Peninsular Road area" is that the room assigner may not know why you made such a specific request, and if that bldg happens to be full or out of service for some reason, they'll stick you most anywhere.

I'd specifically request to be in the Peninsular Road area.

 

[Checkers]

We have a studio, near HH, booked in April. I want to request the Peninsular Rd culdesac. Thinking of requesting building 23 or 26. Which do you prefer (and why )?

TIA.

We stayed in a studio in Dec. in the Peninsular Rd. culdesac and loved it, however, I don't believe it is considered HH area for booking purposes. If you have HH reserved and then request PR and it is not available, it might affect your reservation. It is worth investigating before making any changes. I am not positive it is not considered HH so perhaps someone will come along who has more information.

 

[RachelTori]

The problem with requesting a specific building, rather than just ""The Peninsular Road area" is that the room assigner may not know why you made such a specific request, and if that bldg happens to be full or out of service for some reason, they'll stick you most anywhere.

I'd specifically request to be in the Peninsular Road area.

We stayed in a studio in Dec. in the Peninsular Rd. culdesac and loved it, however, I don't believe it is considered HH area for booking purposes. If you have HH reserved and then request PR and it is not available, it might affect your reservation. It is worth investigating before making any changes. I am not positive it is not considered HH so perhaps someone will come along who has more information.

Thank you for the responses.

I thought 23, 24, 25 and 26 were "near HH" A couple years ago, we were in a building 14 studio, "near HH" and I wasn't in love with that location!

If 23 through 26 are indeed "near HH" I will do as you suggest, Chuck, and request "Peninsular Rd Area".

 

[Weluvdizney2]

Since you're on cash and not points, with daily housekeeping, you should get a coffee packet every day, along with a single use laundry soap. You'll also get a small bottle of liquid dish washing soap and some dishwasher soap, these should be in a cupboard near the kitchen sink.

Olivia's is very good, it is a relaxed homestyle restaurant. The servers are very attentive, and the meals excellent, but they take a little time to prepare. Allow some time to relax and enjoy some conversation.

There are grills near the quiet pools, but they are charcoal, not gas. Charcoal is available for purchase at the general store, but it'd be cheaper off-site. They are the standard type charcoal grills found in most public parks. I don;t know if there are grills near the main themed pool or not, I never looked.

One "secret" about OKW, there is a small sauna located inside the lighthouse.

If you bring your own coffee, yes, it is a standard Mr. Coffee type 10 to 12 cup maker, using the basket type filters. You would need to get the filters at the grocery store, they are not provided.

I generally use the kitchen for breakfast items, like hot cereal, bacon, and so forth. But I have prepared a full evening meal as well.

Many years ago we were able to order a Mickey or Minnie cake through Olivia's, it included paper plates, noisemakers, balloons etc. It served about 8 people for $40. If they still offer it, I'm sure the price has increased. I don't know if any of the regular bakeries deliver to OKW. Another thought, since you'll be grocery shopping...Publix has very nice cakes and bakery items, it would be much less expensive to pick one up while you're shopping.

Thanks for all of the awesome detailed info!!!!!

 

[Shazzie B]

We cook at OKW all the time. The only thing I miss is that they no longer have the tea kettle so I can boil water for my morning tea. No big deal though to use a pan.

Oh no not sure how I'll cope without a kettle, us Brits need our tea (well I do anyway DH & kids think I'm mad drinking tea in Florida heat!). I'm sure I'll cope with pan though

Another question though please; I saw on another thread that the main pools very often have shower cubicles - we won't get picked up for our flight home until about 3pm - so this would be really handy to freshen up, do they have them at main pool at OKW?

 

[BEASLYBOO]

Another question though please; I saw on another thread that the main pools very often have shower cubicles - we won't get picked up for our flight home until about 3pm - so this would be really handy to freshen up, do they have them at main pool at OKW?

Yes there are several shower stalls across from the bike rental/ping pong table area, near the main pool! The CM's often offer shampoo and shower gel!

 

[Shazzie B]

Thank You, really useful to know. We normally have our own car & go to a waterpark for the last day so we can shower & change to warm clothes for sad trip home. But using ME and having to leave 4hrs before our flight I'm sure DH will prefer to stay around the pool at OKW, though if bus back from TL doesn't take too long may persuade him to go there for a few hours!

 

[Bexx]

I thought 23, 24, 25 and 26 were "near HH" A couple years ago, we were in a building 14 studio, "near HH" and I wasn't in love with that location!

If 23 through 26 are indeed "near HH" I will do as you suggest, Chuck, and request "Peninsular Rd Area".

Buildings 23-26 are definitely "near HH". I also prefer, and put in a request for, Peninsular Road.

 

[RachelTori]

Buildings 23-26 are definitely "near HH". I also prefer, and put in a request for, Peninsular Road.

Thank you for the confirmation.

I did online check-in today and checked the boxes "Peninsular Road Area" and "2nd floor". There was also a choice of "room ready on arrival" to take priority over the 2 requests -- I didn't check that box (would rather wait for the room I want! ).

Thanks again!

 

[mellvswdw1]

DH and I will be staying at OKW in 90 days. we have a 1br w/out the HH option. We had thought of buying steaks, chops, and hamburger with the thought of grilling some while we are there. We have stayed in building 45 before and loved it so much that I was thinking of requesting that area. However, being close to a grill is important. I see that the grills are near the quiet pools, which building would be close to the pool, but also a similar view to building 45-46? Thanks so much!

Melissa

 

[Chuck S]

DH and I will be staying at OKW in 90 days. we have a 1br w/out the HH option. We had thought of buying steaks, chops, and hamburger with the thought of grilling some while we are there. We have stayed in building 45 before and loved it so much that I was thinking of requesting that area. However, being close to a grill is important. I see that the grills are near the quiet pools, which building would be close to the pool, but also a similar view to building 45-46? Thanks so much!

Melissa

Bldg 55 should have a canal view, and it is right next to a quiet pool.

 

[nannette]

Hi All,

I added 2 days on to my Disney trip in July, so I'll be moving over to OKW studio HH. Having never stayed at OKW and only going there once for breakfast at Olivia's... what can anyone tell me about OKW?? Is there a room request I should be making?? Any and all advice and knowledge is welcome!

TIA
~Nannette

 

[msvlg]

We are booked at OKW for a week at the end of March. We own there but this will be our first time staying there. We have booked a two bedroom in the HH area and we will have our three young grandchildren with us. We are not sure if we should request the buildings in the 23 area or the buildings in the 12 area. we would like an upper floor with a nice view, close to the pool for the kids. can anyone give me any suggestions of what to request (I know it is only a request)? Is there any undesirable buildings in the HH area? What about water views? Any feedback or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. TIA

 

[*NikkiBell*]

I'm staying at OKW next month in a studio. I've never done so before - always had a one or two bedroom. What's my best request for something my HH? Peninsular Road?

 

[MommaSnowwhite]

My family is staying at OKW for 11 nights for spring break & I have a couple of questions. Please

Has anyone ever requested a full sixe crib? Are they available? I read they are supposed to be available in the resorts. My DD is 18 mo old but the size of a 3 year old - I'm not sure she will be comforable in a pack n play.

Do all the 1 BR units have the sleeper chair? We will have 5 plus an infant so we really need the chair as well as the couch. Is there sheets & everything for both?

And, last but not least ... When will we get housekeeping? 11 nights is the confusing thing for me

TIA

 

[amym2]

My family is staying at OKW for 11 nights for spring break & I have a couple of questions. Please

Has anyone ever requested a full sixe crib? Are they available? I read they are supposed to be available in the resorts. My DD is 18 mo old but the size of a 3 year old - I'm not sure she will be comforable in a pack n play.

Do all the 1 BR units have the sleeper chair? We will have 5 plus an infant so we really need the chair as well as the couch. Is there sheets & everything for both?

And, last but not least ... When will we get housekeeping? 11 nights is the confusing thing for me

TIA

We stayed at OKW last October and loved it! Can't help with the crib. Yes, they provide bedding for both. We used the couch and sleeper chair and both kids thought they were fine. I'm pretty sure housekeeping is every 4 days (arrival day is day 1), so if you arrive on say a Sunday you'd get it on Wed, Sat, Tue.

 

[Deesknee]

Just thought I'd get you all relaxing on this Monday evening...

 

[Deb & Bill]

My family is staying at OKW for 11 nights for spring break & I have a couple of questions. Please

Has anyone ever requested a full sixe crib? Are they available? I read they are supposed to be available in the resorts. My DD is 18 mo old but the size of a 3 year old - I'm not sure she will be comforable in a pack n play.

Do all the 1 BR units have the sleeper chair? We will have 5 plus an infant so we really need the chair as well as the couch. Is there sheets & everything for both?

And, last but not least ... When will we get housekeeping? 11 nights is the confusing thing for me

TIA

I haven't seen full sized cribs at OKW. I don't think they have them. You could rent one if you really want one, though.

For housekeeping, if you are staying on a points stay, day one is check in day. Day four you get full cleaning, day eight you get trash removed and towels replaced, if you were there for 12 nights, you'd get another full cleaning on day 12.

If you are there seven nights or less, you get trash and towel service on day four. Once you are there eight nights or more, you get full cleaning first, then trash and towel, then full cleaning and so on.

You will get the sleeper chair in the living room. And the sleeper sofa and chair will both have sheets. If they aren't already on the bed, check the closet for a plastic bag containing sheets, blankets, pillows.