SSR Lovers and/or Owners Thread!

[loribell]

Hi all-

We are just about to close within the next couple of days on our SSR membership. We just bought a resale and are hoping to go the end of April into early May. We know we need to wait until we are in the system.

I haven't had time to read through the posts so excuse me if I ask questions that were addressed earlier. We bought the resale sight unseen - well we actually saw it from DTD at least a part of it. It looked sooo beautiful!

We have two young boys ages 4 and 6. They have both been to WDW twice. They are very active and can be loud. They're boys Seriously, given their ages what section should we recommend? They do like the pool, but tend not to be patient when waiting for the bus. We are OK with some noise, but they go to sleep earlier (on nights we get back from the park around 8:00 they are asleep by nine.) They usually don't take naps, but sometimes will when we're at Disney. We also plan on taking breaks at the resort, but not necessarily go into the pool each time. I know they have activities going on, but the last thing we want to do is a ton of walking during our breaks. We realize we haven't booked the room and we're hoping it isn't too late for that time of the year. But if we're able to request and get a room, what should we pick? Oh, we don't necessarily need to be by the food courts we'd prefer to be closer to a bus or a pool. Thanks!

I would pick the Grandstand myself. That way you are the first bus stop so you won't have to worry about having to wait for another bus (just in case). Also the pools play area is great for kids your boys ages. You are also very close to the lobby, main pool, and the food court.

 

[mayopac]

Thank you Lori,

Thinking of Congress Park now since it has a playground for the kids...Does it have a zero entry pool like the main pool?

 

[BroganMc]

Thank you Lori,

Thinking of Congress Park now since it has a playground for the kids...Does it have a zero entry pool like the main pool?

No. Only the High Rock Springs pool has a zero entry.

There is another playground at the Paddocks pool, however. If you find yourself in the Springs or Paddocks, it is not that far a walk.

HRS pool and Grandstand pools both have water play areas for kids. The Grandstand features water-themed water cannons and HRS features a Donald Duck fountain spring.

Congress Park's pool is a regular pool with an adjacent playground and barbecue area overlooking DTD. Paddock pool has the features but overlooks an interior resort lake and the Springs bridge. Bus stops are near both pools.

 

[BroganMc]

We have two young boys ages 4 and 6. They have both been to WDW twice. They are very active and can be loud. They're boys Seriously, given their ages what section should we recommend? They do like the pool, but tend not to be patient when waiting for the bus. We are OK with some noise, but they go to sleep earlier (on nights we get back from the park around 8:00 they are asleep by nine.) They usually don't take naps, but sometimes will when we're at Disney. We also plan on taking breaks at the resort, but not necessarily go into the pool each time. I know they have activities going on, but the last thing we want to do is a ton of walking during our breaks. We realize we haven't booked the room and we're hoping it isn't too late for that time of the year. But if we're able to request and get a room, what should we pick? Oh, we don't necessarily need to be by the food courts we'd prefer to be closer to a bus or a pool. Thanks!

Depending on the time of day you're hitting the bus stop, the Springs area would be fine as well. Springs is the last bus stop in the resort.

When we took my sister's boys (6 & 8) last October we stayed in the Springs. The boys were in the HRS pool every night (they do movies by the pool on various nights). One night we got off at Grandstand and walked back to the Springs (approx 5 min walk), but it wasn't an issue.

Mornings were never a problem for my sister's family. The busses were full at the Springs but still had room for them. And on the plus side the next stop was the theme parks. If you board at Grandstand you must stop at 4 more stops in the resort before leaving.

 

[maxtomsmom]

Thanks all who replied- good food for thought. I will share the info with DH. I didn't know about the movies shown at night. What other activities do they offer during the day like around 1:00. We usually head out first thing in the morning around 8:15, hit the parks stay until 12:00 go back for lunch and a rest or swim. Then go back around 4:00ish. The typical break schedule for families. So we tend to be around the resort around 1:00. Do they offer anything for kids to do at that time?

 

[Harley-Mouse]

I see somebody posted the pool closes at 10:00 pm is this the main pool only? At BCV we can use the quiet pool 24 hr a day I thought it would be the same at SSR all pools but the Springs is this true?

 

[BroganMc]

Lifeguards go off duty at 8pm. After that you swim at your own risk.

 

[SSRJen]

My huband and I just joined at SSR recently. We already booked two vacations (July and November). Can't wait to experience DVC!

 

[BigMama]

My huband and I just joined at SSR recently. We already booked two vacations (July and November). Can't wait to experience DVC!

CONGRATS!!

 

[Steamboat Girlie]

What section would you recommend for quiet. My husband and I are planning a trip for our 15th anniversary and are considering SSR.
We would like an area that is more on the quiet side, with a good view.
Thanks so much.

 

[BigMama]

What section would you recommend for quiet. My husband and I are planning a trip for our 15th anniversary and are considering SSR.
We would like an area that is more on the quiet side, with a good view.
Thanks so much.

CONGRESS PARK HAS A BEAUTIFUL VIEW OF DOWNTOWN DISNEY AND A NICE QUIET POOL.

 

[FloridaSam]

Great thread! We're hoping to visit in December and after seeing the pictures in this thread can't wait!

Sam x

 

[DVCJones]

We will be staying at SSR for the first time. We have 2 DD's 5 and almost 3. my DB and DSIL will be there with her DM and DD14. My DM and her DH will also be staying at VWL for the same week.

Any advice on things to do with such a large group. My DH likes his space so we all have our rooms. However, I was hoping to plan at least one special event for everyone. Any ideas????

We have requested the Grandstand section. Is there anything else I should know or consider.


Thanks!

 

[Epcot Mom]

I was there for one night last weekend. We really only slept there (arrived late after park hopping and headed out the next morning) but I was wondering if there is any kind of ssr transportation within the resort? It seemed pretty big, thinking about being in one of the further out areas and wanting to hit the snack bar or gift shop for orange juice, etc in the morning. We don't rent a car, choosing to rely on the mouse for our transportation. The resort was very pretty by the way!

 

[Arizona Rita]

I am so THRILLED! DH paid off our loan yesterday!! Yea!

Can anyone tell me how to get one of those time line thingies so I can keep track of how long it will be until our first trip home?
I'd really like a Disney one if possible!
Thanks very much!

 

[MAGICFOR2]

Hi Rita! Congrats on your "home ownership!" Go to www.tickerfactory.com, choose your category, follow the steps, then copy and paste to your siggie. Be sure to use the tag for "message boards."

 

[TisBit]

I was there for one night last weekend. We really only slept there (arrived late after park hopping and headed out the next morning) but I was wondering if there is any kind of ssr transportation within the resort? It seemed pretty big, thinking about being in one of the further out areas and wanting to hit the snack bar or gift shop for orange juice, etc in the morning. We don't rent a car, choosing to rely on the mouse for our transportation. The resort was very pretty by the way!

you can catch the park buses and ride them back to the front of the resort. Most buses stop first at Grandstand and last at Springs, both are in close proximity of the restaurants/main pool, etc.

 

[Epcot Mom]

Thanks! I knew there had to be a trick. I did figure out Springs was behind the pool/lobby area. Where does the Grandstand drop you off at? Do all park buses work for this trick? I have a friend going down for a week in May and they haven't been to wdw in 25 year so I'm trying to help them out.
Thanks
EpcotMom

 

[TisBit]

Thanks! I knew there had to be a trick. I did figure out Springs was behind the pool/lobby area. Where does the Grandstand drop you off at? Do all park buses work for this trick? I have a friend going down for a week in May and they haven't been to wdw in 25 year so I'm trying to help them out.
Thanks
EpcotMom

I am pretty sure that they all do this, but you can always check with the drivers. I might have heard that one bus, maybe DTD does the opposite route...but not sure on that. Grandstand is in front of Carriage House, so catty corner to springs.

 

[PrincessV]

Okay fellow Saratogans, I need your advice...

First stay, we were at Grandstand - LOVED it!
Second stay, we wound up at the end of Carrousel, overlooking the entrance - not too thrilled.

So I'm debating what to request for trip #3, and I keep looking at the Springs. Any reason why not to request that section? (Aside from the buses - I have a car and don't mind driving to another bus stop or to the parks at all.)

Another question for you lounge experts: does SSR have a signature drink? I keep thinking I saw one, but can't remember what it was, or even if I'm recalling correctly!