SSR Lovers and Owners Part 2

[DisneyBride'03]

Aurora Rose?

Aurora and Briar Rose! So next time a Captain CM asks all these questions on one of the boats to DTD...you will know...they seem to ask the same questions...so last trip I looked like a trivia expert

 

[DisneyBride'03]

We are lucky some people in our county won't get their electric back for a few more days. There were trees down all over the place but no one hurt.

That is the important thing...no one was hurt...but what a hardship without electric!!

 

[Dizny Dad]

That is the important thing...no one was hurt...but what a hardship without electric!!

I have never been identified as an "Animal Lover", but I have enough experience to know that the loss of electricity to anyone with a herd is a great concern. FEMA may bring drinking water in the first few days, but the herd can't go very many days without water!

In my youth I worked in a motor repair shop. The priority levels were interesting. When a farmer came in with a water pump for his cattle, all others were put back to "get the herd water" as soon as possible. Certainly it was not a published fact, but the ownership knew what was important. Farm animals, and the like, depend on us for food and water, etc.

I suspect there are a few herds that were in the path of the storm. Pray for those helping to make it all better!

 

[DisneyBride'03]

Ok, do you all mind if I go OT and discuss THV and GV's at SSR for a bit?

Couldnt help myself!

So I am always planning...had it in my mind 2 years ago I wanted to do something at Disney for our 10th anniversary. We rarely celebrate as our DD5 was born on the same date in 2006! Best present ever I get enough trips to Disney that I dont need one day out of the year all about ME...or US..lol

But in 2013 its about us!

Do not want to do the DFTW thing again, thought I did, been there done that, and pricing is a bit different than in 03

I digress..sorry...thinking of hosting a party , our own VR ceremony...either in a THV or Grand Villa...leaning towards THV...and I can book at 11 mths out which will make planning easier than waiting to 7 mths to see IF we can get a GV at AKV...
My best friend and her DH came up with the THV...private..etc...I have never stayed in one yet.

So..anyone here have any expereince with either accomodation...I already love the idea of THV...but enjoy hearing others' thoughts...well..when they are a SSR owner/lover..

 

[mamaprincess]

Ok, do you all mind if I go OT and discuss THV and GV's at SSR for a bit?

Couldnt help myself!

So I am always planning...had it in my mind 2 years ago I wanted to do something at Disney for our 10th anniversary. We rarely celebrate as our DD5 was born on the same date in 2006! Best present ever I get enough trips to Disney that I dont need one day out of the year all about ME...or US..lol

But in 2013 its about us!

Do not want to do the DFTW thing again, thought I did, been there done that, and pricing is a bit different than in 03

I digress..sorry...thinking of hosting a party , our own VR ceremony...either in a THV or Grand Villa...leaning towards THV...and I can book at 11 mths out which will make planning easier than waiting to 7 mths to see IF we can get a GV at AKV...
My best friend and her DH came up with the THV...private..etc...I have never stayed in one yet.

So..anyone here have any expereince with either accomodation...I already love the idea of THV...but enjoy hearing others' thoughts...well..when they are a SSR owner/lover..

I love the idea of a DIY VR ceremony and private party. I've been thinking about something like that at wdw but didn't want to go the crazy expensive Disney route. I think for that, if points aren't a problem, I'd go with the GV for the spaciousness and the full dining room. Either would be nice and quiet and I think SSR just feels private in general.

 

[DisneyBride'03]

I love the idea of a DIY VR ceremony and private party. I've been thinking about something like that at wdw but didn't want to go the crazy expensive Disney route. I think for that, if points aren't a problem, I'd go with the GV for the spaciousness and the full dining room. Either would be nice and quiet and I think SSR just feels private in general.

Yep, I think DIY is the way to go....and I will plan, as we get closer to the date, a private catered event for our guests somewhere on property after the VR party....this way I can control expenses and what happens...I want to FEED my guests...and with what DWTS offers in the Escape, (the least expensive)..they get cake!! lol

Thanks for your thoughts and comments...
THV appeaks to me because of the deck and stairs....decoreations etc....water view...hopefully...but I guess it will depend on how many people end up coming!!!!

 

[Grumpy Grandma]

I think the THV is a great idea - way less points than a GV. My daughter books one every year for their annual January trip. Love staying there ... very quiet and private .... with all her teenagers they have to worry a lot less and bothering their neighbors. Always reminds me of our cabin at Lake Tahoe.

 

[DisneyBride'03]

I think the THV is a great idea - way less points than a GV. My daughter books one every year for their annual January trip. Love staying there ... very quiet and private .... with all her teenagers they have to worry a lot less and bothering their neighbors. Always reminds me of our cabin at Lake Tahoe.

Thanks GG! Thinking more and more a DIY VR will work here....we will be up in your neck of the woods for Christmas this year...SIL lives in Nevada City! Been to Tahoe once....down the Truckee River....
How did the bunk beds work for her kids? Which location does she like best since she has been there?

 

[franandaj]

and with what DWTS offers

OK you got me here....DWTS? Disney Wedding Travel Service?

 

[DisneyBride'03]

OK you got me here....DWTS? Disney Wedding Travel Service?

Hmmmm Appears I have Dancing WIth The Stars on my mind...LOL
I meant DFTW for Disney FairyTale Weddings!!! OOPS!

Great acronym though!!

 

[Grumpy Grandma]

Thanks GG! Thinking more and more a DIY VR will work here....we will be up in your neck of the woods for Christmas this year...SIL lives in Nevada City! Been to Tahoe once....down the Truckee River....
How did the bunk beds work for her kids? Which location does she like best since she has been there?

First off .... Nevada City at Christmas should be really fun .... they do a whole Victorian type holiday thing. I've never been but always see pictures in the newspapers.

The bunk beds seem small ... never put an adult in them just the younger kids .... oldest is a small 11 year old girl. The teenagers all use the other bedroom, sofa bed and the fold out chair.

As far as location they just don't care about that .... they aren't "resort" people and just use it to eat and sleep. If it were me I'd be checking out for the best possible place. I always use the pools, etc and take more time to enjoy where I am. I know one year their unit was right across from a bus stop .... which worked for them as they could hear the bus coming and run out and catch it.

Good luck and have a wonderful time. How special!!

 

[DisneyBride'03]

Thanks again GG! I love that...lol

So doing some searching on this forum I have seen alot of SSR owners having difficulty booking THV at 11 mths!!!! yikees! However, I wouldnt think there would be a high demand during F & W, but what do I know?!
There are more GV's here I think than other DVC resorts, so I may just see what is available when I call...NEXT year! LOL

 

[P&B's Mom]

I know I have come to the right place for advice. A friend of mine is going to book a 2-bedroom at SSR.

Question #1--Is dedicated 2-bedroom a separate booking category?

Question #2--Which sections of the resort have the pools? I know there are at least two very nice themed pools now at SSR.

Question #3--Which section would you request and why?

Any help is greatly appreciated!

 

[AirGoofy]

I know I have come to the right place for advice. A friend of mine is going to book a 2-bedroom at SSR.

Question #1--Is dedicated 2-bedroom a separate booking category?

Question #2--Which sections of the resort have the pools? I know there are at least two very nice themed pools now at SSR.

Question #3--Which section would you request and why?

Any help is greatly appreciated!

As for question 1, I can't really help since we don't do 2 BRs. You may just need to make the request when you book. The Paddock and Springs have the 2 feature pools, with the Paddock being the newest pool. There are pools at Grandstand and Congress Park.

Question 3 - that one is up to you. Definitely, no Carousel as that section has nothing. Grandstand is the first bus stop, so you are always going to get a bus seat. Congress Park is great if you get the view of DTD and has the rockers. Springs is last bus stop but closest to QS, TS, and DTD boat launch. Even though the Paddock has the feature pool and is the 2nd bus stop (?), it is a large section and you might not be right on top of the pool.

You will find others more wise than I. Have a great trip.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

I know I have come to the right place for advice. A friend of mine is going to book a 2-bedroom at SSR.

Question #1--Is dedicated 2-bedroom a separate booking category?

Yes, Dedicated 2BR is a booking category so if you reserve that you will have the 2 beds in the 2nd bedroom.

 

[snykymom]

I've booked my first stay at SSR! My DH doesn't do the parks, except Epcot for F&W. So I thought that Grandstand or Springs would be the section to request to be closest to the main building. Did I make the right requests?

Also, are tee times for the adjacent golf course booked through the Disney site? Is there any break on the fees for SSR guests (staying on cash, not points)?

Finally, has SSR been renovated lately? (I admit that I didn't read the entire 96 pages!)

 

[P&B's Mom]

As for question 1, I can't really help since we don't do 2 BRs. You may just need to make the request when you book. The Paddock and Springs have the 2 feature pools, with the Paddock being the newest pool. There are pools at Grandstand and Congress Park.

Question 3 - that one is up to you. Definitely, no Carousel as that section has nothing. Grandstand is the first bus stop, so you are always going to get a bus seat. Congress Park is great if you get the view of DTD and has the rockers. Springs is last bus stop but closest to QS, TS, and DTD boat launch. Even though the Paddock has the feature pool and is the 2nd bus stop (?), it is a large section and you might not be right on top of the pool.

You will find others more wise than I. Have a great trip.

Yes, Dedicated 2BR is a booking category so if you reserve that you will have the 2 beds in the 2nd bedroom.

Thanks for the help. I will pass along the information. If anyone else has anything to add, I will be checking this thread.

 

[DisneyBride'03]

I've booked my first stay at SSR! My DH doesn't do the parks, except Epcot for F&W. So I thought that Grandstand or Springs would be the section to request to be closest to the main building. Did I make the right requests?

Also, are tee times for the adjacent golf course booked through the Disney site? Is there any break on the fees for SSR guests (staying on cash, not points)?

Finally, has SSR been renovated lately? (I admit that I didn't read the entire 96 pages!)

My 2 cents, hoping others will post too

You know I like Grandstand Never stayed Springs, but closest to main pool area!
Try the Disney Golf site, however not sure if it has changed since the Palmer Group just took over or are about too! DH liked this course! Not sure about a discount, as their a DVC Member discount....
Do not think renovations have occurred yet....opened in May of 04...

Here is a link to the recent special offers for Disney GOlf

http://bookwdw.reservations.disney....day&CMP=LEC-GOLFFY11Q2GolfPlayAllDayOffer0001

There are more than one right now it appears!

HTH!

 

[tjhsr]

I know I have come to the right place for advice. A friend of mine is going to book a 2-bedroom at SSR.

Question #1--Is dedicated 2-bedroom a separate booking category?

Question #2--Which sections of the resort have the pools? I know there are at least two very nice themed pools now at SSR.

Question #3--Which section would you request and why?

Any help is greatly appreciated!

#1 yes
#2 Congress park and the Grandstand both have quiet pools Grandstand has some food. Paddock has the new pool and more food.
traveling w/kids Grandstand w/out Congress park
#3 I will go with Congress Park everytime when its just the 2 of us.
In no real order Springs,Padocks and Grandstand. Remember two of the Grandstand buildings are as far as Congress Park from the main pool. And CP is a nice walk to DTD.

 

[snykymom]

My 2 cents, hoping others will post too

You know I like Grandstand Never stayed Springs, but closest to main pool area!
Try the Disney Golf site, however not sure if it has changed since the Palmer Group just took over or are about too! DH liked this course! Not sure about a discount, as their a DVC Member discount....
Do not think renovations have occurred yet....opened in May of 04...

Here is a link to the recent special offers for Disney GOlf

http://bookwdw.reservations.disney....day&CMP=LEC-GOLFFY11Q2GolfPlayAllDayOffer0001

There are more than one right now it appears!

HTH!

Thanks - it does help. Unfortunately the golf special ends on Sept. 6 (tomorrow! ), and we're going in October. But it does look like you book tee times through the regular site.