SSR Lovers and Owners Part 2

[marinadca]

Hi all

I am going to be staying at SSR in late October on rented points (using David's). I am a bit nervous about it, but apparently it's done often so I am just paranoid.

I did have one question - it seems I do not want to be in the Carousel. Is there upside to this area I am not getting? My real question though, is how can I make a request for a specific area? Do I ask the owner to make the request now or I do I do it during the 10 days ahead check in?

Thanks for you insight

 

[portsofcall]

Hi all

I am going to be staying at SSR in late October on rented points (using David's). I am a bit nervous about it, but apparently it's done often so I am just paranoid.

I did have one question - it seems I do not want to be in the Carousel. Is there upside to this area I am not getting? My real question though, is how can I make a request for a specific area? Do I ask the owner to make the request now or I do I do it during the 10 days ahead check in?

Thanks for you insight

We just returned and these are my observations with 2 boys traveling with us. The Carousel section would have been more convenient for us since our pre-teen boys enjoyed the breakfast, pool area and activities. We were at Congress Park because it was closest to DTD, but the stop there as with any other stop was disorganized, people were waiting for the bus and others would show up and cut in front when the bus showed up that we ended up hopping on a different bus for a different park. We adapted, however at the carousel, Disney had an attendant keeping track, thus more orderly.

 

[portsofcall]

Hi all

I am going to be staying at SSR in late October on rented points (using David's). I am a bit nervous about it, but apparently it's done often so I am just paranoid.

I did have one question - it seems I do not want to be in the Carousel. Is there upside to this area I am not getting? My real question though, is how can I make a request for a specific area? Do I ask the owner to make the request now or I do I do it during the 10 days ahead check in?

Thanks for you insight

We just returned and these are my observations with 2 boys traveling with us. The Carousel section would have been more convenient for us since our pre-teen boys enjoyed the breakfast, pool area and activities. We were at Congress Park because it was closest to DTD, but the stop there as with any other stop was disorganized, people were waiting for the bus and others would show up and cut in front when the bus showed up that we ended up hopping on a different bus for a different park. We adapted, however at the carousel, Disney had an attendant keeping track, thus more orderly.

 

[Figee17]

I am sorry, but I was unable to read through all 137 pages, I am sure someone has answered my question already. DH and I bought into DVC at SSR last year on our trip and we are SO excited to be staying there for hte first time in February 2013. We will be there with a total of 8 adults and 3 kids (3 and under) in 2 treehouse villas. I am geting a little bit confused as to what each pool has to offer. I think there are 4 (?) pools and I don't know which ones have what stuff (splash area, playground, dining options, refillable mug station) Can anyone answer my question or direct me to a previous post that answers it. Thanks.
PS - we are planning on spending a decent amount of time enjoying the resort (we go into the parks at least 2x per year and DH is not a huge park fan, but a big resort fan) and we will have cars.

 

[edk35]

What are people's thoughts on the new pool/counter service in the Paddocks section? We are staying at SSR starting on the 20th and I have not requested a section. We really like Grand Stand because it is close to the Carriage House, main pool and the bus picks up first and drops first. Does anyone know where in the route the Paddocks are picked up? I can't remember. Thanks

 

[Pinkocto]

I am sorry, but I was unable to read through all 137 pages, I am sure someone has answered my question already. DH and I bought into DVC at SSR last year on our trip and we are SO excited to be staying there for hte first time in February 2013. We will be there with a total of 8 adults and 3 kids (3 and under) in 2 treehouse villas. I am geting a little bit confused as to what each pool has to offer. I think there are 4 (?) pools and I don't know which ones have what stuff (splash area, playground, dining options, refillable mug station) Can anyone answer my question or direct me to a previous post that answers it. Thanks.
PS - we are planning on spending a decent amount of time enjoying the resort (we go into the parks at least 2x per year and DH is not a huge park fan, but a big resort fan) and we will have cars.

Congratulations on buying DVC! I can't sing its praises enough.

The pool at the THVs is a quiet pool, no slide. Congress Park's is the same but with a playground nearby. The Springs has the main pool, High Rock Spring, which has a nice big slide. You can fill your mugs at the Artist's Palette which is right next to the main pool. I don't know much about the pool at the Grandstand, but there is one there. And the Paddock just had a revamp and now has a slide and playground nearby. I think you might be able to refill your mugs at the Paddock since there's a food area, but I'm not certain about that.

 

[Desnik]

I am sorry, but I was unable to read through all 137 pages, I am sure someone has answered my question already. DH and I bought into DVC at SSR last year on our trip and we are SO excited to be staying there for hte first time in February 2013. We will be there with a total of 8 adults and 3 kids (3 and under) in 2 treehouse villas. I am geting a little bit confused as to what each pool has to offer. I think there are 4 (?) pools and I don't know which ones have what stuff (splash area, playground, dining options, refillable mug station) Can anyone answer my question or direct me to a previous post that answers it. Thanks.
PS - we are planning on spending a decent amount of time enjoying the resort (we go into the parks at least 2x per year and DH is not a huge park fan, but a big resort fan) and we will have cars.

The below link will show you pictures of the resort and the pools:
http://allears.net/acc/g_ss.htm

The Grandstand has a water play area, pool with a pool bar. The Springs has the main pool with large slide, kiddie slide, zero entry and water splash area. It is near the main building close to table service and quick service dining. Congress Park and THV have quiet pools, and Congress Park has a playground next to its pool. The Paddock has the new pool that is zero entry, has a slide, water play area for the kids and quick service dining.

Hope this helps!

 

[Desnik]

We will be at SSR for Xmas this year. Does the resort do anything special during this time? We will be there the 24th-28th.

 

[tjhsr]

What are people's thoughts on the new pool/counter service in the Paddocks section? We are staying at SSR starting on the 20th and I have not requested a section. We really like Grand Stand because it is close to the Carriage House, main pool and the bus picks up first and drops first. Does anyone know where in the route the Paddocks are picked up? I can't remember. Thanks

The pool is a really nice but not having tables around it doesn't work to well for us. Like to sit up once in awhile and not be sitting on top of the people next to you. The food choises are good. Kids pool area is real good. The bus stop is third. I'm with you on the Grandstand section we have stayed there the last 3 visits.

 

[Candy Orlando]

We were at the Paddock Pool in May. We sat at a table with four chairs and an umbrella. I didn't count them so I don't know how many they have.

 

[maciec]

What are people's thoughts on the new pool/counter service in the Paddocks section? We are staying at SSR starting on the 20th and I have not requested a section. We really like Grand Stand because it is close to the Carriage House, main pool and the bus picks up first and drops first. Does anyone know where in the route the Paddocks are picked up? I can't remember. Thanks

My kids 11 & 8 love the new pool! We were in Congress Park so it was a little bit of a hike, but we didn't mind. The slide is fun and during the days when they have all of the activities the kids had a blast. They want to stay at SSR everytimewe go. Kind of makes me sad that we are staying at BWV's in December. My kids don't want to stay there, but they don't even know we are going so I don't have to hear about it for the next 5 months!

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

I am geting a little bit confused as to what each pool has to offer. I think there are 4 (?) pools and I don't know which ones have what stuff (splash area, playground, dining options, refillable mug station)

High Rock Spring Pool
Located at the Carriage House, and closest to the Springs Section

• Lifeguard protected
• Pool parties, games, and other activities throughout the day
• Water slide
• Kiddie slide
• Two hot tubs
• Small water play area for kids. (Has a statue of Donald Duck with a few sprinklers around it. Also a waterfall you can stand under.)
• Zero entry pool
• Hydraulic Lift
• Full-service bar with drink refill station at pool
• Artist's Palette QS Restraunt nearby, which also has a drink refill station
• Laundry Room
• Arcade
• Community Hall
• Fire Pit nearby (Marshmallow roasting in the evening)

Paddock Pool
Located in the Paddock Section

• Lifeguard protected
• Pool parties, games, and other activities throughout the day
• Water slide
• One hot tub
• Water play area for kids that includes several small water slides
• Zero entry pool
• Hydraulic Lift
• QS restaurant with drink refill station at pool (not a full service bar, but they do have some bottled alcoholic drinks available)
• Laundry Room

Grandstand Pool
Located in the Grandstand Section

• No Lifeguards - swim at your own risk
• One hot tub
• Water play area for kids themed on a race track. (Includes a "starting gate" that sprays water and several horse heads that can be used like water canons.)
• Full service bar at the pool with drink refill station. (Limited pre-made food offerings like sandwiches and salads.)
• Laundry Room
• Community BBQ area

Congress Park Pool
Located in the Congress Park Section

• No Lifeguards - swim at your own risk
• One hot tub
• Playground
• Laundry Room
• Community BBQ area

THV Pool
Located in the South loop of the Tree House Villa Section

• No Lifeguards - swim at your own risk
• One hot tub

 

[dreamlinda]

Wow Dave, Fantastic and useful!!!

 

[Figee17]

thank you so much for the helpful replies about pools, just what I was looking for!


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[KelseyLaPerle]

I assume there is a small store with some grocery items at SSR?

We are looking to make breakfast in our villa each day and I need to decide if garden grocer, etc. would be a wise choice. I'd like to get a loaf of bread, gallon of milk, orange juice, a dozen eggs and some cheese, etc.

Can I find most of these items there? How are the prices?

Any other advice? We've never been to SSR before, or prepared our own breakfasts.

Thanks!

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

I assume there is a small store with some grocery items at SSR?

We are looking to make breakfast in our villa each day and I need to decide if garden grocer, etc. would be a wise choice. I'd like to get a loaf of bread, gallon of milk, orange juice, a dozen eggs and some cheese, etc.

Can I find most of these items there? How are the prices?

Any other advice? We've never been to SSR before, or prepared our own breakfasts.

Thanks!

You can find the grocery order sheet for each resort on the member web site. There's a $10 delivery fee if you want it delivered to your villa. (I think they'll actually put it in the fridge for you.) I think the selection and price on the grocery order sheet very closely matches what you'd find in the store at that resort. At SSR, the "groceries" are sold in the Artist's Palette.

Generally at all DVC resorts, the grocery selection isn't great and the prices are a little high. There are no fresh meats or vegetables. Everything is packaged food. (It's more like the selection at a 7-Eleven than a grocery store.) If you're going to be doing any real cooking in the room, you may want to consider a run to Publix or a grocery delivery service. If you're just looking to make some quick breakfast items, though, you can probably make due with what you'll find at the Artist's Palette.

Here are the prices listed online for the items you mention:

1/2 gallon of milk: $2.95
Dozen eggs: $1.95
Dietz & Watson Cheese Bricks (various flavors): $6.95
Kraft American Cheese Slices (6oz): $3.95
Country White bread: $4.29
Minute Maid Orange Juice (59oz): $4.49

 

[KelseyLaPerle]

I forgot to mention that we are not DVC owners - we are staying via a transfer from RCI/BlueGreen. So, I suppose that takes grocery delivery off of our list of options.

Thanks for your information, it helps a lot. I think we'll be able to find just what we need without going off property.

You can find the grocery order sheet for each resort on the member web site. There's a $10 delivery fee if you want it delivered to your villa. (I think they'll actually put it in the fridge for you.) I think the selection and price on the grocery order sheet very closely matches what you'd find in the store at that resort. At SSR, the "groceries" are sold in the Artist's Palette.

Generally at all DVC resorts, the grocery selection isn't great and the prices are a little high. There are no fresh meats or vegetables. Everything is packaged food. (It's more like the selection at a 7-Eleven than a grocery store.) If you're going to be doing any real cooking in the room, you may want to consider a run to Publix or a grocery delivery service. If you're just looking to make some quick breakfast items, though, you can probably make due with what you'll find at the Artist's Palette.

Here are the prices listed online for the items you mention:

1/2 gallon of milk: $2.95
Dozen eggs: $1.95
Dietz & Watson Cheese Bricks (various flavors): $6.95
Kraft American Cheese Slices (6oz): $3.95
Country White bread: $4.29
Minute Maid Orange Juice (59oz): $4.49

 

[IandGsmom]

Hi everyone! We own at SSR but havent stayed there yet. The only villas we have stayed at WDW has been BC since the boys love the pool and we love walking to Epcot.
I do want to try a THV but am a little nervous about it. If I loved the BC will we enjoy the THV or would you recommend the regular villas since they seen less secluded.
Thanks and I appreciate your opinions

 

[AnnaS]

I assume there is a small store with some grocery items at SSR?

We are looking to make breakfast in our villa each day and I need to decide if garden grocer, etc. would be a wise choice. I'd like to get a loaf of bread, gallon of milk, orange juice, a dozen eggs and some cheese, etc.

Can I find most of these items there? How are the prices?

Any other advice? We've never been to SSR before, or prepared our own breakfasts.

Thanks!

When we are two we hardly ever put an order in and pick up a few items at the resort. We may also throw a box of cereal in our luggage. My dd, her friend and I will be at SSR next month and I just placed a small order with gardengrocer. With the delivery charge, gas surcharge and tip, not sure it it was worth putting an order in. It really depends on the number of people, how many nights and how much you plan to eat in the room. Good luck.

 

[LoveMickey]

Hi everyone! We own at SSR but havent stayed there yet. The only villas we have stayed at WDW has been BC since the boys love the pool and we love walking to Epcot.
I do want to try a THV but am a little nervous about it. If I loved the BC will we enjoy the THV or would you recommend the regular villas since they seen less secluded.
Thanks and I appreciate your opinions

We stayed at THV this past May and I loved it. It was our own little house, I did not feel like I was 'at Disney' or at a hotel.

We had a car for 1 day to pick up groceries, etc. But mostly we used the busses. We don't mind walking so we walked from THV to the Springs (by passing the Grandstand bus pick up).

Others in our party used the internal bus from THV to the Springs, then to the parks.

We had some BCV lovers with us, they did not like the isolation of the THV, but I loved it. It was quiet, relaxing and we used the grill to cook out a couple of times.

I also loved the quiet pool, and it was quiet.

I'd say if you are looking for nice relaxing stay at WDW and don't want to be in the middle of 'it', choose THV. If you want to be in the thick of things, BCV may be a better choice.