OKW lovers thread !!!

[dmoore22]

i think thats what they call a creeper now days. we always have the blinds on the side closed.

Hmmmm. I guess I will have to spring for that periscope attachment after all.

 

[JaxDisneyFans]

I usually close the binds nearest the studio balcony. I have been unerved several times when I have glanced out the window and have become aware of being watched by someone on the studio balcony.

As an OKW studio user, I am always relieved when the 1-bedroom side closes the blinds. I never feel like I can use the balcony if the blinds are open, it's just to close.

 

[dmoore22]

As an OKW studio user, I am always relieved when the 1-bedroom side closes the blinds. I never feel like I can use the balcony if the blinds are open, it's just to close.

I don't think that I have stayed in any DVC Resort studio where I've felt a complete sense of privacy when using the balcony. OKW has the issue with the one BR side as mentioned above. When I've stayed at other DVC resort studios I feel as if I'm sharing the balcony in which a thin partition is all that is separating me from our neighbors. We can eavesdrop on our neighbors or our neighbors can eavesdrop upon us without even trying. At OKW the "It depends" factor kicks in. It depends upon which unit your in. Last Christmas we stayed in a studio in building 45 and felt a complete sense of privacy. The mature foliage was strategically located such that we felt protected from the eyes of the neighboring unit while we still had an unobstructed water view.

 

[dvczerfs]

I don't think that I have stayed in any DVC Resort studio where I've felt a complete sense of privacy when using the balcony. OKW has the issue with the one BR side as mentioned above. When I've stayed at other DVC resort studios I feel as if I'm sharing the balcony in which a thin partition is all that is separating me from our neighbors. We can eavesdrop on our neighbors or our neighbors can eavesdrop upon us without even trying. At OKW the "It depends" factor kicks in. It depends upon which unit your in. Last Christmas we stayed in a studio in building 45 and felt a complete sense of privacy. The mature foliage was strategically located such that we felt protected from the eyes of the neighboring unit while we still had an unobstructed water view.

the only resort we stayed at with a private feeling was in the tower at the contemp.(the a frame) the only way your going to see the people next to you is if you lean over the railing, 100 foot in the air, and look around the wall. it took me a few days to get use to how high you are. it dont look bad from thr ground but when your out on the ledge, yuk!!

 

[dmoore22]

the only resort we stayed at with a private feeling was in the tower at the contemp.(the a frame) the only way your going to see the people next to you is if you lean over the railing, 100 foot in the air, and look around the wall. it took me a few days to get use to how high you are. it dont look bad from thr ground but when your out on the ledge, yuk!!

On Thanksgiving we reviewed our photos from the F&W Festival. We stayed at SSR for a long weekend. The pics reminded us of why we didn't use the balcony at SSR. I don't mean to sound anti-social but they are too close for our tastes and afford no privacy, at least in the unit in which we stayed. Have never felt that way at our beloved OKW. We do enjoy the Contemporary. Legend has it that Walt Disney designed the Contemporary. OKW continues to hold the number one spot for our DVC "home away from home."

 

[dvczerfs]

On Thanksgiving we reviewed our photos from the F&W Festival. We stayed at SSR for a long weekend. The pics reminded us of why we didn't use the balcony at SSR. I don't mean to sound anti-social but they are too close for our tastes and afford no privacy, at least in the unit in which we stayed. Have never felt that way at our beloved OKW. We do enjoy the Contemporary. Legend has it that Walt Disney designed the Contemporary. OKW continues to hold the number one spot for our DVC "home away from home."

just to let you know dmoore, the girgling suit case is still girgling. im in bldg. 27, it hasnt been referb. yet ,but its like new. the carpet is in great shape, furn. is not stained, i dont think in 10 plus years i had a better room than this.. i never stayed in 27 before. your next to the first bus stop, you have a view, its nice.

 

[dmoore22]

just to let you know dmoore, the girgling suit case is still girgling. im in bldg. 27, it hasnt been referb. yet ,but its like new. the carpet is in great shape, furn. is not stained, i dont think in 10 plus years i had a better room than this.. i never stayed in 27 before. your next to the first bus stop, you have a view, its nice.

Oh you tease! This is like ringing the bell for Pavlov's dog.

 

[dvczerfs]

Oh you tease! This is like ringing the bell for Pavlov's dog.

 

[hmillerbarilla]

I love your ticker. Looks like you have some great trips planned!

Enjoy OKW! Can't wait till we're back!

One more day for us and we're at the YC & BCV. Yay!

 

[dianeschlicht]

We are in 3621. I really don't care for Turtle Pond, and we have NO view from our 1 bedroom balcony. In fact...I'd consider this view worse than my former "worst" view, which was in building 29. Our balcony looks out over the end of the next building.

 

[dmoore22]

We are in 3621. I really don't care for Turtle Pond, and we have NO view from our 1 bedroom balcony. In fact...I'd consider this view worse than my former "worst" view, which was in building 29. Our balcony looks out over the end of the next building.

We love Turtle Pond, as long as we get to stay in building 41, 42, or 43. I know right where your at and I feel your pain. I think this calls for a round at the Gurgling Suitcase

 

[TinkOhio]

We'll be staying at OKW in less than 2 two weeks and have a couple of questions for the OKW pros.

First off, we would like to send down our Christmas gifts ahead of us. We rented points for our stay through David's service. The reservation has our names on it on the WDW website. Can we send the package down with our names on it? We should include the check-in date, right?

Next, we have only stayed in building 46 before, but we loved it! Our balcony faced the water and the quiet pool across from it. It was very pretty and quiet! This time, we're in a studio. Is this a nice area to request a studio in?

Lastly, when we were there at Easter time, we were able to call ahead to find out what holiday events they had going. I just tried to this and the CM said that she couldn't tell me. She did say that she was at a call center. Is there somewhere that I can find out ahead of time what activities will be held while we're there? It would really help with our touring plans.

Thanks so much for any help!

 

[dmoore22]

We'll be staying at OKW in less than 2 two weeks and have a couple of questions for the OKW pros.

First off, we would like to send down our Christmas gifts ahead of us. We rented points for our stay through David's service. The reservation has our names on it on the WDW website. Can we send the package down with our names on it? We should include the check-in date, right?

Next, we have only stayed in building 46 before, but we loved it! Our balcony faced the water and the quiet pool across from it. It was very pretty and quiet! This time, we're in a studio. Is this a nice area to request a studio in?

Lastly, when we were there at Easter time, we were able to call ahead to find out what holiday events they had going. I just tried to this and the CM said that she couldn't tell me. She did say that she was at a call center. Is there somewhere that I can find out ahead of time what activities will be held while we're there? It would really help with our touring plans.

Thanks so much for any help!

We stayed in a ground floor studio last Christmas in building 46.

As far as events visit the official Disney website: http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/planning-guides/in-depth-advice/ Select Parks then choose your specific destination. On the right side of the page scroll down and click "Special Events." It will give a listing with dates of specific events in that park. The International Flower & Garden Festival will be in full swing at that time.

We did try having items shipped to OKW but it didn't work out very well. I should qualify that we had the items shipped from Amazon.com which I think blew the computer's mind. We now do our Christmas shopping onsite. Last year there were generous AP and Disney Visa Discounts. It was a wonderful Christmas. We're doing it again this year.

 

[dvczerfs]

I love your ticker. Looks like you have some great trips planned!

Enjoy OKW! Can't wait till we're back!

One more day for us and we're at the YC & BCV. Yay!

this is our 11th year staying here. its like home for us. we walked around all the other resorts, dont get me wrong, they are all very nice and you wouldnt have to twist my arm to stay at any of them but okw just seems like home to us. weve been hear since last tuesday and leaving this coming sat. and were having a ball!! thanks!!

 

[hollis]

... we would like to send down our Christmas gifts ahead of us ...

I did that several years ago. Can't remember exactly what info I need to include now. But do remember I called OKW directly and asked for the proper procedure. Worked just great.

 

[dianeschlicht]

this is our 11th year staying here. its like home for us. we walked around all the other resorts, dont get me wrong, they are all very nice and you wouldnt have to twist my arm to stay at any of them but okw just seems like home to us. weve been hear since last tuesday and leaving this coming sat. and were having a ball!! thanks!!

I couldn't agree more!!! LOVE it. Where are you? We are in building 36.

 

[Jasminerk13]

Hi everyone!
I am arriving at OKW next week for our first stay there. We will be in a grand villa. Do any of you have any recommendations for the best building to request a stay in? I know it's not guaranteed, but if I should request something specific, let me know!
thank you!!

 

[dmoore22]

Hi everyone!
I am arriving at OKW next week for our first stay there. We will be in a grand villa. Do any of you have any recommendations for the best building to request a stay in? I know it's not guaranteed, but if I should request something specific, let me know!
thank you!!

Its the "It all depends on what you want" answer. We've enjoyed staying in the Turtle Pond area, specifically Buildings 41, 42, & 43 near the pool and Turtle Shack. It was great for the kids. We've also enjoyed the South Point area, specifically 53 - 56 near the quiet pool. Of course access to the Hospitality House is nice, specifically buildings 11 - 14 and 23 - 26. Have not had the pleasure of staying on Miller's Road yet so we can't say one way or the other about that area. Here's a link to a resort map to help you visualize the locations and access to amenities better: http://www.wdwinfo.com/resortmaps/okwmap.htm

 

[dianeschlicht]

Hi everyone!
I am arriving at OKW next week for our first stay there. We will be in a grand villa. Do any of you have any recommendations for the best building to request a stay in? I know it's not guaranteed, but if I should request something specific, let me know!
thank you!!

First of all, it's best to make your request at the same time you make your reservation. If you are doing that now just a week before your trip, you are likely too late.

We like the GVs in 15 and 16, but we've also stayed in 22, and the view was great, but the hike to the bus...not so much.

 

[dvczerfs]

I couldn't agree more!!! LOVE it. Where are you? We are in building 36.

we are in bldg 27. pass the first bus stop coming in, first parking lot, theres a green minivan. thats me. ill post a pic, if you see me, stop me and say hi.