SSR Lovers and Owners Part 2

[rentayenta]

They will deliver your bags! My aunt and uncle took ME back to the airport on Saturday and were picked up along with the luggage at 5:30AM.

Awesome, thank you! We're doing a split stay so wanted to make sure I wouldn't have to schlep our bags to the main house at SSR.

 

[tjhsr]

Hi all

I'm getting excited for my first visit home to SSR in May. We have a 2 bedroom villa for my family and my sister's family to share. My sister has been reading the unofficial guide (2009 edition) and it says that busing is long and painful from SSR. I told her that I didn't think that was the case, but I've never stayed at SSR. What has your experience been of busing?

TIA
Aim

We will be staying at SSR also in May but for the 8th year in a row. And buses have never been a problem. There can be a wait once in a while but more than 15 -20 min is rare for us. Maybe we have been lucky but we have found the buses run pretty good year around. Have a great time!

 

[tjhsr]

Oops

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

Awesome, thank you! We're doing a split stay so wanted to make sure I wouldn't have to schlep our bags to the main house at SSR.

Unlike some other resorts, it's very important at SSR to call bell services the night before and make an appointment for when you want the bellman to pick up you and your bags. If you wait and call in the morning, you might be disappointed that there's no one available.

 

[rentayenta]

Unlike some other resorts, it's very important at SSR to call bell services the night before and make an appointment for when you want the bellman to pick up you and your bags. If you wait and call in the morning, you might be disappointed that there's no one available.

Great tip, thank you! I'm beyond elated to be staying at the THV. Your THV report is fantastic too. I've been pouring over every tidbit I can find.

 

[mamaprincess]

Great tip, thank you! I'm beyond elated to be staying at the THV. Your THV report is fantastic too. I've been pouring over every tidbit I can find.

There is an excellent video tour of the THV on the first page of this thread. Just look through the links under the pictures in the 1st post.

 

[rentayenta]

There is an excellent video tour of the THV on the first page of this thread. Just look through the links under the pictures in the 1st post.

Thank you- that was great! The views are so cool. The kids are going to flip.

 

[mkarizona]

Hi all

another q...I want to bring an airmattress for the kids....will there be room for it in the living room with the sleeper sofa out?

TIA!

Aim

We had a twin air mattress with the sofa sleeper out and there was room to spare. A queen would probably fit but there would not be any room to walk between the mattress and the sofa bed.

 

[gardengirl628]

Hi! Just stopping in to say hello! We just booked 5 nights in October (switched ressie from AKV-our home resort). Have not stayed here before, but looking forward to experiencing new things.

 

[Dizny Dad]

Hi! Just stopping in to say hello! We just booked 5 nights in October (switched ressie from AKV-our home resort). Have not stayed here before, but looking forward to experiencing new things.

Very different from AKV - low key theming, but an OUTSTANDING FEEL! Don't miss relaxing in the Rockers! (Best on the lake at Congress Park).

 

[LoveMickey]

We had a great time during our December stay. We chose and loved the Grandstand area. We were in the building next to the bus stop by the pool.

Great location. First bus pick up on the way to the parks, and first to be dropped off coming home.

 

[kikiq]

Don't miss relaxing in the Rockers! (Best on the lake at Congress Park).

Rockers, did someone say rockers? We are 30 days from enjoying this view!
Will have to get a 2012 picture of the rockers!

 

[AirGoofy]

Rockers, did someone say rockers? We are 30 days from enjoying this view!
Will have to get a 2012 picture of the rockers!

Such a great picture. Maybe we'll get back to our home in 2013. Anyone know how difficult it is to get a week at SSR during Easter at 7 month mark? I'll have to use other resort points.

 

[kikiq]

Such a great picture. Maybe we'll get back to our home in 2013. Anyone know how difficult it is to get a week at SSR during Easter at 7 month mark? I'll have to use other resort points.

We booked a studio for the week after Easter under 7 months. I would say the chances are good that you will get something depending on what size villa you want. Last year I forgot to book our May trip before the 7 month mark and there were no more studios available for our time period, had to book a one bedroom (more points, more room...call my DH one spoiled man)

I know folks say that because SSR is so big that there is always room. Yea, there's always room until you really want to stay there

 

[AirGoofy]

We booked a studio for the week after Easter under 7 months. I would say the chances are good that you will get something depending on what size villa you want. Last year I forgot to book our May trip before the 7 month mark and there were no more studios available for our time period, had to book a one bedroom (more points, more room...call my DH one spoiled man)

I know folks say that because SSR is so big that there is always room. Yea, there's always room until you really want to stay there

Sounds good. We are studio people and will be on phone/ online at 7 month mark. Thanks.

 

[tjhsr]

Rockers, did someone say rockers? We are 30 days from enjoying this view!
Will have to get a 2012 picture of the rockers!

We are 45 days out! And we love that view

 

[Karabee]

Just booked with rented points for November 30th. I can't wait to stay here!

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

Three days and a wake up! Crossing my fingers that our Congress Park request comes through. One of only two sections we haven't stayed in yet.

 

[Iggipolka]

Such a great picture. Maybe we'll get back to our home in 2013. Anyone know how difficult it is to get a week at SSR during Easter at 7 month mark? I'll have to use other resort points.

We're going to be at SSR next week, two days after Easter and we booked a 1 bedroom just a month ago!
So, it's totally possible.

 

[Carys]

Closing today on my first DVC contract, and couldn't be more thrilled to have a new "home" at SSR! Looking forward to slowing down and spending an evening in one of those rockers