SSR Lovers and Owners Part 2

[snykymom]

OK, I've finally finished all 96 pages! Even though I was hesitant, these 96 pages have gotten me excited about staying there! Especially since DH is looking for a quiet, relaxing resort - he doesn't like the parks.

It looks like CP is the most popular area? That being the case, are we likely to get Springs or Grandstand, which we've already requested? We're not DVC; paying cash for the reservation.

Since we're paying cash, do we get mousekeeping every day? I know we would at "hotel-type" DVC places; just not sure since SSR is all DVC.

Also, I know that AP and Turf Club take TiW. Do the QS places at the pools also take it?

Thanks again!

 

[DisneyBride'03]

OK, I've finally finished all 96 pages! Even though I was hesitant, these 96 pages have gotten me excited about staying there! Especially since DH is looking for a quiet, relaxing resort - he doesn't like the parks.

It looks like CP is the most popular area? That being the case, are we likely to get Springs or Grandstand, which we've already requested? We're not DVC; paying cash for the reservation.

Since we're paying cash, do we get mousekeeping every day? I know we would at "hotel-type" DVC places; just not sure since SSR is all DVC.

Also, I know that AP and Turf Club take TiW. Do the QS places at the pools also take it?

Thanks again!

We have requested Grandstand all 3 times and have always received it!

However, we may need to venture out next stay and try something else!!
Paddocks area has the great new pool that just opened this summer!!!

WIth a cash reservation you will get Mousekeeping everyday!
Not sure about your last question though! Sorry, never tried our TIW there!

 

[DisneyBride'03]

Just going to propose a question to those who have stayed in a GV or THV..what kind of luck did you have at 11 mths?
I have a loonngg way out before it is even time for me to call...time of year for stay will be within first 2 weeks of October...
Thanks

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

Also, I know that AP and Turf Club take TiW. Do the QS places at the pools also take it?

I don't usually think to ask at QS locations, but thought the Paddock Pool Grille might because AP is on the TIW list. (Didn't figure out that little tidbit until our 2nd meal at AP when I saw someone using theirs.) Unfortunately, when I asked the cashier at the Grille, she told me they offer/accept no discounts.

For breakfast, the menu is pretty close to AP. If you don't mind the walk, it's probably worth it to grab your TIW discount there.

For lunch, though, their menu is unique. We really enjoyed both the fish sandwich and the salad.

My roommate -- a coffee fanatic who is infrequently seen without a cup of coffee in his hand -- was ecstatic to see a pool refill station with a coffee dispenser.

 

[kendzee94]

Just going to propose a question to those who have stayed in a GV or THV..what kind of luck did you have at 11 mths?
I have a loonngg way out before it is even time for me to call...time of year for stay will be within first 2 weeks of October...
Thanks

At 11 months, we got 10 nights at the THV for Christmas!!!!

Yes, I'm excited!!! I always call at the 11 month mark for the THV's!

 

[maciec]

Just going to propose a question to those who have stayed in a GV or THV..what kind of luck did you have at 11 mths?
I have a loonngg way out before it is even time for me to call...time of year for stay will be within first 2 weeks of October...
Thanks

I booked a SSR gv at 11 months for 10/16-10/22 with no problems.

 

[franandaj]

Just going to propose a question to those who have stayed in a GV or THV..what kind of luck did you have at 11 mths?
I have a loonngg way out before it is even time for me to call...time of year for stay will be within first 2 weeks of October...
Thanks

I got mine in January of 2010 calling at 11 months for the first seven nights and then a week later for the last three.

 

[dizzydrop]

We got a THV for 9 nights at 7 months out, we're going next week, woohoo!!!! I'm more excited than my kids, lol. There were a few THV's left but only 2 were available for 9 nights so 11 months should be no problem! Good luck!

 

[AirGoofy]

We got a THV for 9 nights at 7 months out, we're going next week, woohoo!!!! I'm more excited than my kids, lol. There were a few THV's left but only 2 were available for 9 nights so 11 months should be no problem! Good luck!

That is awesome! Jealous. Congrats.

 

[DisneyBride'03]

At 11 months, we got 10 nights at the THV for Christmas!!!!

Yes, I'm excited!!! I always call at the 11 month mark for the THV's!

WOW Now that will be Magical!!!! I want to see photos!! Are you actually going to wake up in a THV on Christmas????

I booked a SSR gv at 11 months for 10/16-10/22 with no problems.

Thanks so much for that intel...

I got mine in January of 2010 calling at 11 months for the first seven nights and then a week later for the last three.

Thank you thank you!!!

We got a THV for 9 nights at 7 months out, we're going next week, woohoo!!!! I'm more excited than my kids, lol. There were a few THV's left but only 2 were available for 9 nights so 11 months should be no problem! Good luck!

Thank you as well..next week?! Have fun!!! There is so much history to those THV's..and what a nice addition to us SSR owners

We are planning a DIY small scale VR Renewal in the distant future and "just" trying to figure things out..(saving $$$$ for the private catered event afterwards )
Thanks for the feedback, thinking I should be fine with one or the other at 11 mths..!!!

 

[dreamlinda]

For those of you that have stayed in the THV, are the bunk beds large enough for adults? Knowing that can be relative, how tall could our "adult" be?? How wide are the beds (full size twin?), could an adult sit up on the bunks without hitting their heads? On a different note, are there reading lamps by the bunks? Guess I need a tour!!

 

[franandaj]

For those of you that have stayed in the THV, are the bunk beds large enough for adults? Knowing that can be relative, how tall could our "adult" be?? How wide are the beds (full size twin?), could an adult sit up on the bunks without hitting their heads? On a different note, are there reading lamps by the bunks? Guess I need a tour!!

Think Will Ferrel in the movie Elf. I don't think even a young adult could sleep in the bunk beds. They are definitely not full sized twin beds.

 

[DisneyBride'03]

Think Will Ferrel in the movie Elf. I don't think even a young adult could sleep in the bunk beds. They are definitely not full sized twin beds.

Funny visual...but geez, I wish they were built to accomodate a small adult or larger child....

 

[DisneyBride'03]

For those of you that have stayed in the THV, are the bunk beds large enough for adults? Knowing that can be relative, how tall could our "adult" be?? How wide are the beds (full size twin?), could an adult sit up on the bunks without hitting their heads? On a different note, are there reading lamps by the bunks? Guess I need a tour!!

Do a search on Youtube I found 2 great video tours

 

[Blondie1973]

We're also planning a DIY VR for next year. We're inviting approx 8 other families and I'm so excited!!

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

For those of you that have stayed in the THV, are the bunk beds large enough for adults? Knowing that can be relative, how tall could our "adult" be?? How wide are the beds (full size twin?), could an adult sit up on the bunks without hitting their heads? On a different note, are there reading lamps by the bunks? Guess I need a tour!!

Here's a picture of my 5' 10" nephew in the bunk bed.

Large enough for him, but at 6' 2", I didn't fit. There's also a rail along the bottom of the bed, so not even comfortable to let your legs hang over.

Twin size.

Not enough room to sit up.

Each bunk has a light, with a switch for each.

 

[DisneyBride'03]

Thanks!! Great visual aide!!!

 

[dreamlinda]

Here's a picture of my 5' 10" nephew in the bunk bed.

Large enough for him, but at 6' 2", I didn't fit. There's also a rail along the bottom of the bed, so not even comfortable to let your legs hang over.

Twin size.

Not enough room to sit up.

Each bunk has a light, with a switch for each.

Thanks everyone for your responses - this one really helps, one picture.... at least it isn't also narrow, and has a light. But, better not be startled in the night and sit up suddenly!

 

[mamaprincess]

...But, better not be startled in the night and sit up suddenly!

The thought of this..

 

[DougEMG]

Do the one bedrooms at SSR have the sofa sleeper in the living room as well as the hida-bed?

Thanks