SSR Lovers and/or Owners Thread!

[mickeyfan0805]

Didn't want to quote what is listed above, but wanted to mention that this is a direct copy and paste of the fact sheet that can be found at http://dvcnews.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=612&Itemid=73

They also have more info available at http://dvcnews.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=618&Itemid=1

Good stuff!

Since THV is part of SSR, will we have an 11 month home resort booking advantage? No doubt they'll have their own points chart.

In the links listed in the first quote above, you will see more details on this. The consistent report is that this is, essentially, SSR Phase IV - meaning that it will be handled just like every other SSR room. All SSR owners will have 11 month access.

As to the point chart, it is going to be a separate category, and I have not yet seen anything official. However, the common report seems to be that the THV's may have the same point cost as a current 2br.

Can those of you going "home" over the next month or so please please please take photos and post them......

There is hardly ever nice stuff about this resort posted. Specifically, try to get a shot of the activities schedule and the crafts going on or poolside games....those would be cool to see.

I promise when I go in March, I will take lots of photos and post lots to give this resort a well deserved boost!

We're headed down on Saturday. I will work to post some pics as soon as I can.

 

[disneymom8589]

The news about the THV is great!! To be able to have the option to book them at 11 months is going to be a real plus!!

 

[mamaprincess]

I am sooooo excited about the Treehouse Villas!!! I can't wait to hear everyone's reports. What a wonderfully unique option to have. If they really will cost the same points as an SSR 2br, we'd better be on the phone hitting redial at the 11mos window. It's going to really be funny to read the threads about how impossible it is to get in the THV's at the 7 mos window. Imagine folks fighting to get into that awful SSR. The irony.

 

[corinnak]

Unless they all decide they are remote huts in the swamp. In which case, more for us, right???

Great job on the DVC show, by the way, Mamaprincess! I'm so glad you got a chance to be part of that. It was great that they had spa treatments for your kids as well!

 

[mamaprincess]

Unless they all decide they are remote huts in the swamp. In which case, more for us, right???

Thanks for reminding how creative folks have been in their bashing of SSR. More for us is right corinnak.

Great job on the DVC show, by the way, Mamaprincess! I'm so glad you got a chance to be part of that. It was great that they had spa treatments for your kids as well!

Thanks! It was fun but smoking hots and noisy buses kept coming by while we were being interviewed in the hot blazing sun so I'm sure they had their work cut out for them in the editing room.

The spa treatments were nice. Now the girls think they are going to be doing it every time.

 

[TenThousandVolts]

Unless they all decide they are remote huts in the swamp. In which case, more for us, right???
...

I guarantee the THVs will get their fair share of bashing. Let me look into my crystal ball... hmmmmmm, ......verrrry interesting......

I predict that starting in late 08 we will hear reports about the THVs being

• too far removed from everything
• a mosquito haven
• Accomodations reminiscent of the Unibomber's cabin
• Feels like you are not at Disney
• Why only 2 bathrooms????
• Not deluxe enough (AKA if I wanted to go camping I could have done it a lot cheaper than the THV's)
• Had to walk 2 miles, uphill, both ways, to refill my mug
• They need king size beds
• Last but not least- All the rooms are gone at the seven month window!

 

[mamaprincess]

I guarantee the THVs will get their fair share of bashing. Let me look into my crystal ball... hmmmmmm, ......verrrry interesting......

I predict that starting in late 08 we will hear reports about the THVs being

• too far removed from everything
• a mosquito haven
• Accomodations reminiscent of the Unibomber's cabin
• Feels like you are not at Disney
• Why only 2 bathrooms????
• Not deluxe enough (AKA if I wanted to go camping I could have done it a lot cheaper than the THV's)
• Had to walk 2 miles, uphill, both ways, to refill my mug
• They need king size beds
• Last but not least- All the rooms are gone at the seven month window!

Can I borrow your crystal ball? Ok - hmmmm -let's see...

• They are deceptively named tree houses even though they aren't built in trees.
• Doesn't look enough like the Swiss Family Robinson movie set so that immersive Disney theme is missing.
• Sorely lacking in hallways.
• They should have added elevators instead of stairs to the unit. To much walking.
• None of the benefits of being connected to a hotel.

 

[corinnak]

Uh, guys, I think you forgot a few:

• Too many stairs. (oh, mamaprincess got that one? We're going to hear it more than once!)
• "Ugly" decor. (there's always someone! Nuts, if you ask me!)
• 1970's Pool
• Busses take forever!
• STILL can't walk to a theme park.
• No valet parking.

I almost forgot

• No Balconies.

 

[corinnak]

Thanks! It was fun but smoking hots and noisy buses kept coming by while we were being interviewed in the hot blazing sun so I'm sure they had their work cut out for them in the editing room.

The spa treatments were nice. Now the girls think they are going to be doing it every time.

They did a really nice job with the editing, then - you absolutely didn't look like you were sweltering!

My 9 year old son would LOVE to get a spa treatment. My 5 year old, not so much, I'm thinking. In the show, it seemed like it worked out well for you all to get treatments at the same time. I'm sure it's been said, but your girls are really precious! I wonder if you'll be recognized as "The Spa Family" next time you're back at SSR?

 

[edk35]

Can I borrow your crystal ball? Ok - hmmmm -let's see...

• They are deceptively named tree houses even though they aren't built in trees.
• Doesn't look enough like the Swiss Family Robinson movie set so that immersive Disney theme is missing.
• Sorely lacking in hallways.
• They should have added elevators instead of stairs to the unit. To much walking.
• None of the benefits of being connected to a hotel.

Uh, guys, I think you forgot a few:
Too many stairs. (oh, mamaprincess got that one? We're going to hear it more than once!)
"Ugly" decor. (there's always someone! Nuts, if you ask me!)
1970's Pool
Busses take forever!
STILL can't walk to a theme park.
No valet parking.

I almost forgot
No Balconies.


YOUR GUYS ARE KILLING ME

 

[mickeyfan0805]

Uh, guys, I think you forgot a few:

• Too many stairs. (oh, mamaprincess got that one? We're going to hear it more than once!)
• "Ugly" decor. (there's always someone! Nuts, if you ask me!)
• 1970's Pool
• Busses take forever!
• STILL can't walk to a theme park.
• No valet parking.

I almost forgot

• No Balconies.

Drum roll please...

"All those darn trees block the view!!"

 

[edk35]

Drum roll please...

"All those darn trees block the view!!"

 

[kikiq]

Drum roll please...

"All those darn trees block the view!!"

Oh wait, you forgot another one often repeated:

"Oh another SSR phrase, now it's really overbuilt"

 

[corinnak]

I've already heard this one -

Doesn't match the existing SSR theme.

 

[DisneyDawn17]

I am so excited about the new Tree House Villas! One of our favorite trips to WDW was when we stayed at Fort Wilderness in one of the cabins. My kids loved it, but with the 4 of them, my husband and I, and only 1 bedroom and bathroom...it got very crowded very quickly. These look awesome and spacious and my kids are already asking when we can stay there! Do you think that there will be an renewed interest in SSR by all the naysayers?

 

[mamaprincess]

I am so excited about the new Tree House Villas! One of our favorite trips to WDW was when we stayed at Fort Wilderness in one of the cabins. My kids loved it, but with the 4 of them, my husband and I, and only 1 bedroom and bathroom...it got very crowded very quickly. These look awesome and spacious and my kids are already asking when we can stay there! Do you think that there will be an renewed interest in SSR by all the naysayers?

I hope the naysayers will continue to be naysayers so we will not have to share.

I found video of Jim Lewis making the announcement about the Treehouse Villas. Thought everyone would like to see it. There is also footage and info on BLT. The THV announcement starts at about the 2:00 minute mark.

http://www.prnewswire.com/mnr/disney/34850/

 

[corinnak]

Very cool. I must say, though, I'm not a fan of the term "Glamping." It sounds too much like "glomming" or "Clamping" neither of which is what you want in a vacation home. Or maybe that's just me.

Speaking of people disliking the decor of OUR resort - I guess the shoe is on the other foot. I'm not going to bash BLT - I promise! - but it does make me really, truly appreciate the decor of Saratoga Springs Resort. I have always liked it but now I realize I really, really LIKE it!

 

[DisneyFreaks]

Speaking of people disliking the decor of OUR resort - I guess the shoe is on the other foot. I'm not going to bash BLT - I promise! - but it does make me really, truly appreciate the decor of Saratoga Springs Resort. I have always liked it but now I realize I really, really LIKE it!

I agree 100%!!

 

[mamaprincess]

Modern decor has never been my style. I like more warmth and ornate details. I'm more into Victorian etc but some people love clean lines and simplicity.

I think the materials they used for the BLT were very high end. I love the shower, full bank of windows in the living room and the proximity to the monorail and MK. I have a feeling there lobby will be really cool looking. I wouldn't buy points there but I will definitely try to stay there a few days.

 

[Lavendergirl]

Our first visit to SSR this year so will have to see what its like.

It looks lovely though.... so spacious and quiet !