OKW lovers thread !!!

[andersonsc]

one more word of advice to others - we have never had this problem but when we went to make up the pull out sofa and chair for the kids, there was not enough bedding for both. We found 2 blankets, 2 pillows in closets but only 1 sheet. I had to call housekeeping and asked them to please deliver bedding quickly as the children were ready for bed and very tired. I've now learned to always check for the extra bedding when we arrive so we don't hae to wait for it if it is needed.

 

[Deb & Bill]

one more word of advice to others - we have never had this problem but when we went to make up the pull out sofa and chair for the kids, there was not enough bedding for both. We found 2 blankets, 2 pillows in closets but only 1 sheet. I had to call housekeeping and asked them to please deliver bedding quickly as the children were ready for bed and very tired. I've now learned to always check for the extra bedding when we arrive so we don't hae to wait for it if it is needed.

I think we had two extra sheets in the bag in our closet last week. So a total of about six or seven sheets instead of just four. But they were all the same size. And the mattress pads were both the same size.

 

[staceymay00]

There wasn't any renovation to the bathrooms, so they didn't really clean the grout very well. My complaint for the "complete" renovation.

There were two things with our refurbished 2BR that disappointed me. One was that the grout in some areas needed to be redone or cleaned well. The other was some gross gunk on the metal frame on the shower door and window feature. Overall we were very happy with the villa, but those two things really stuck out and it seems they would not have been too terribly expensive to take care of during the renovation.

 

[Deb & Bill]

There were two things with our refurbished 2BR that disappointed me. One was that the grout in some areas needed to be redone or cleaned well. The other was some gross gunk on the metal frame on the shower door and window feature. Overall we were very happy with the villa, but those two things really stuck out and it seems they would not have been too terribly expensive to take care of during the renovation.

Yeah, I don't understand why they couldn't steam the grout and edges clean while they were doing the rest of the villa.

 

[dmoore22]

Yeah, I don't understand why they couldn't steam the grout and edges clean while they were doing the rest of the villa.

I concur. There are user friendly products that don't require any elbow grease to get the job done.

 

[kid-at-heart]

Seven more days and my daughter and I will be enjoying our first stay at OKW.
Each year my spouse and I try to spend a few days enjoying a one-on-one vacation with our daughter. This year, Sarah and I decided to go to Disney instead of our usual cheap vacation where we hang out in one of the surrounding state parks. Thanks to DVC, our trip expenses will be about the same as going to a state park.

I have never been to Disney in the summer. I hope we can handle the heat.

 

[BEASLYBOO]

I concur. There are user friendly products that don't require any elbow grease to get the job done.

Un fortunately, that Mexican tile has to be sealed and I think over the years it remains that color. I've seen it in many homes and commercial applications like banks in S. Fl and it all looks the same color, the grout always appear dark. I think at this point, they would have to drill hammer it out and replace the tile and that cost was not built into the referb.

As long as the bathroom and the bathroom floor is clean, the grout doesn't bother me all that much!

 

[BEASLYBOO]

I have never been to Disney in the summer. I hope we can handle the heat.

June is decidedly better than July & Aug, consider doing TL or BB to cool yourselves off! We go Jun (just got back actually) & Aug and we love coming back to the resort and cooling off mid day and then heading back out at night!

Have a great time!

 

[mecllap]

Kate: Stay hydrated (be aware of restroom and water fountain locations -- don't pass up any), get cold water in a cup from any QS place, take and carefully use a spray bottle (spray yourselves, but not nearby strangers), dampen a kerchief and hang around your neck, take air-conditioned breaks, go early and take a mid-day break at the resort (as mentioned, maybe go back in the evening), pace yourselves and be flexible (it will be hot and crowded -- you may need to prioritize and not be able to do everything you expect), carefully use a small umbrella when walking around (again, be careful of your neighbors).

 

[dmoore22]

Unfortunately, that Mexican tile has to be sealed and I think over the years it remains that color. I've seen it in many homes and commercial applications like banks in S. Fl and it all looks the same color, the grout always appear dark. I think at this point, they would have to drill hammer it out and replace the tile and that cost was not built into the referb.

Since I'm into work avoidance I'll leave it up to the Imagineers, or Bob Vila, to come up with a solution.

As long as the bathroom and the bathroom floor is clean, the grout doesn't bother me all that much!

 

[dianeschlicht]

I concur. There are user friendly products that don't require any elbow grease to get the job done.

If you remember my OKW refurb thread, I even had tiles in our villa that had been painted over where they were chipped. I thought that was pretty tacky too. I think a simple re-grouting would have been in order at least.

 

[dianeschlicht]

Un fortunately, that Mexican tile has to be sealed and I think over the years it remains that color. I've seen it in many homes and commercial applications like banks in S. Fl and it all looks the same color, the grout always appear dark. I think at this point, they would have to drill hammer it out and replace the tile and that cost was not built into the referb.

As long as the bathroom and the bathroom floor is clean, the grout doesn't bother me all that much!

Yeah, well this was supposed to be a 90% rehab, and if they kept all the cabinets and didn't replace things in the bathroom, I find it hard to believe it really was a 90% rehab.

 

[BEASLYBOO]

Yeah, well this was supposed to be a 90% rehab, and if they kept all the cabinets and didn't replace things in the bathroom, I find it hard to believe it really was a 90% rehab.

True, other than the dark stained mirror in the jacuzzi area, I don't think they did any refurbishment in the master bath!

 

[dmoore22]

If you remember my OKW refurb thread, I even had tiles in our villa that had been painted over where they were chipped. I thought that was pretty tacky too. I think a simple re-grouting would have been in order at least.

I was thinking of something a little more organic like vinegar or lemon juice to clean and remove grout stains.

 

[Leleluvsdis]

We are staying at OKW for the first time in October. If we want a water view, preferably the water way no pond on golf course, a higher floor (mainly b/c I've heard alot of reviews saying the first floor have a lot of vegitation around the patios that obstruct views), and be close to a bus stop and pool, what bulding should we "request"? We don't really care about being close to HH since there are bus stops throughout the resort, but we do want to be close to a bus stop within the resort, and preferably close to a pool as well. We are in a 2bedroom in case that is important.

 

[Kate3456]

Quote:
Originally Posted by staceymay00
There were two things with our refurbished 2BR that disappointed me. One was that the grout in some areas needed to be redone or cleaned well. The other was some gross gunk on the metal frame on the shower door and window feature. Overall we were very happy with the villa, but those two things really stuck out and it seems they would not have been too terribly expensive to take care of during the renovation.
Yeah, I don't understand why they couldn't steam the grout and edges clean while they were doing the rest of the villa.


?????? scrubbing bubbles ??????

 

[dmoore22]

We are staying at OKW for the first time in October. If we want a water view, preferably the water way no pond on golf course, a higher floor (mainly b/c I've heard alot of reviews saying the first floor have a lot of vegitation around the patios that obstruct views), and be close to a bus stop and pool, what bulding should we "request"? We don't really care about being close to HH since there are bus stops throughout the resort, but we do want to be close to a bus stop within the resort, and preferably close to a pool as well. We are in a 2bedroom in case that is important.

Perhaps this map may help you visualize the locations: http://www.wdwinfo.com/maps/OKWMap.pdf Buildings 45, 46,and 55 will provide you with the best views of the waterway to DTD. We stayed in a ground floor studio in building 46 and had a great view of the waterway. The foliage was strategically located as to obstruct our view of our neighbors and, hopefully vice verse. I'm not sure about the views from building 56.

 

[Deb & Bill]

We are staying at OKW for the first time in October. If we want a water view, preferably the water way no pond on golf course, a higher floor (mainly b/c I've heard alot of reviews saying the first floor have a lot of vegitation around the patios that obstruct views), and be close to a bus stop and pool, what bulding should we "request"? We don't really care about being close to HH since there are bus stops throughout the resort, but we do want to be close to a bus stop within the resort, and preferably close to a pool as well. We are in a 2bedroom in case that is important.

Ask for Trumbo Canal. That would be relatively close to the South Point bus stop and South Point pool - depending on which building.

 

[dmoore22]

If you remember my OKW refurb thread . . .

I can't even remember what I ate for breakfast this morning! Darn that old timer's disease.

We were discussing the Gurgling Suitcase . . . weren't we!

 

[Leleluvsdis]

Perhaps this map may help you visualize the locations: http://www.wdwinfo.com/maps/OKWMap.pdf Buildings 45, 46,and 55 will provide you with the best views of the waterway to DTD. We stayed in a ground floor studio in building 46 and had a great view of the waterway. The foliage was strategically located as to obstruct our view of our neighbors and, hopefully vice verse. I'm not sure about the views from building 56.

Ok that makes a lot more since about the foliage. I couldn't imagine they would let it get out of control so as not to be able to enjoy the surroundings. I have looked at the map before, but wasn't sure if the grey areas were water or not. Thanks for clarifying.

Ask for Trumbo Canal. That would be relatively close to the South Point bus stop and South Point pool - depending on which building.

What building is that on the map?