SSR Lovers and Owners Part 2

[Andrew015]

On my visit two weeks ago, we took the boat for our treks to DTD. We only went twice, but on the first trip, we hopped right onto the boat (no wait). The second time, our wait was probably just shy of 10 minutes.

You will take the Blue Flag boat from SSR to DTD. Keep in mind, the boat only services West Side Disney, so you will either need to walk to get to the traditional marketplace, or you can take a second boat (Red Flag, I believe - not positive) that runs from West Side over to the boat dock next to Rain Forest. This boat leaves from the same dock that you will get dropped off at, and due to the short trip from WSD to Rainforest, seems to run every 5 minutes or so.

 

[AnnaS]

Just came back (yesterday) from another wonderful SSR stay . All of my requests were met and we had a great 1 bedroom villa in the Paddocks right next to the pool (room #5825). We absolutely loved this area and both DH and I both said that anytime we stay here we want to stay in the Paddocks....the whole family loved the pool, the bus stop was really close, and if we wanted to head over to the Springs, we could just walk across the long bridge which was right by our building too. While we were there we added on another 50 points to our SSR contract and we can't be anymore excited.

Congratulations!! We will be back here in January.

 

[goofy4wdw2]

We just got back from SSR tonight. Such a beautiful resort!! Our room was great and location was good...one building from the Paddock Pool...just by the Carousel bus stop. Both feature pools were beautiful, the Paddock Grill was very convenient. The Turf Club was delicious! Great service at the resort from bell services, maintenance, and housekeeping. Called upon arrival the first night and quickly received a luggage rack (for my mom), extra pillows, and a lightbulb (one was missing). Unfortunately the bus service was very spotty...very disappointing to wait 40 minutes for a bus a few mornings but luckily that was only a few times. Some busses came very quickly. Boat service to DTD was nice but not very convenient for us as we like the Marketplace best and my mom has trouble walking too much in one day...the boat is currently dropping off at the west end as they expand DTD. Still very nice though to have boat service Saw the GF and Aulani villa models...both gorgeous! Any questions about anything??

 

[darby888]

Saw the GF and Aulani villa models...both gorgeous! Any questions about anything??

Goofy4wdw2 -

We're here at SSR now and would like to view the models, we're you able to just walk in or is it best to schedule a viewing in advance?

 

[goofy4wdw2]

Saw the GF and Aulani villa models...both gorgeous! Any questions about anything??

Goofy4wdw2 -

We're here at SSR now and would like to view the models, we're you able to just walk in or is it best to schedule a viewing in advance?

We were told that they give tours on the hour between 10-4. We arrived to the DVC preview center at 4 and a guide walked us over to the models. They said if you arrive in between the hour you might be able to see the models if the guides aren't with other customers.

 

[MinnieTink]

We will be staying in a 2BR in a few weeks. Is there a hair dryer in each of the bathrooms?

 

[mrsap]

We will be staying in a 2BR in a few weeks. Is there a hair dryer in each of the bathrooms?

Hey! I'm also from NJ and will be there in a few weeks!! What are your dates?

 

[jennylyn_b]

Hey! I'm also from NJ and will be there in a few weeks!! What are your dates?

Hey I'm from NJ too and we will be there in 13 days!

 

[panixx]

Just completed my online check in for December stay.
Sadly, no Customize Magicbands link shows up yet

 

[mrsap]

Hey I'm from NJ too and we will be there in 13 days!

How funny is that?! We will be there starting Thanksgiving week! Can't wait to hear all about it when you get back! It looks beautiful!

 

[jennylyn_b]

How funny is that?! We will be there starting Thanksgiving week! Can't wait to hear all about it when you get back! It looks beautiful!

It's our home resort and we LOVE SSR!

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

We will be staying in a 2BR in a few weeks. Is there a hair dryer in each of the bathrooms?

Yes.

 

[txcpamom]

I am getting ready to check in and make our requests for our first SSR stay in 10 days!!!

I am debating grandstand vs paddock. Of course the pool and hot tub look amazing at paddock, but we really like a less crowded pool. How do the crowds at the paddock pool compare to those at the grandstand?

Also, if I request close to the pool at either, is there a significant difference in the walk from either to the main entrance?

 

[darby888]

Just got back tonight...

Ok, so here's my tip, if your staying in a studio and need to do laundry. I don't think there's anything better than the Paddock pool.

We were able to watch our daughter swimming, do laundry (there's a big picture window in the laundry room facing the pool also)
and get breakfast at the counter service there too.

 

[mrsheppo]

I just got back from a split stay at SSR and AKV and my family loved, loved, loved SSR. We stayed in the Grandstand section and were very pleased with the distance from the Carriage House and thought the transportation was great. We never waited more than 7 minutes for a bus and loved being the first to be picked up and dropped off. We liked the quiet pool at Grandstand and liked walking over and using the Springs pool too.

I had high hopes prior to arrival of falling in love with AKV and was kind of meh about staying at SSR. My mind was changed quickly and we loved the staff. We had great service from 2 of the bellmen, Dale and Ev. Even DH said that perhaps we could pick up a resale contract on SSR. Count us in on the SSR fan club.

 

[Pikezh638]

I just got back Thursday from staying here. I was in the grandstand and it was wonderful. The only "issue" I had was our closet door was broken, but we don't ever use the closet anyway. Super close to the bus stop, and the pool was right outside. I hope I can always get this lucky.

 

[nansmama]

We'll be staying at SSR for the first time next month. How does everyone like the Artist's Palette? I was looking at the menu and it looks pretty good.

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

We'll be staying at SSR for the first time next month. How does everyone like the Artist's Palette? I was looking at the menu and it looks pretty good.

hi. We really love the AP. It's great in the mornings, in the fridge sections it's always stocked of milk ( three types ) , water, various juices and soft drinks. Nice fruit cups and for the evenings beer and wine. Also freezer section with ice creams and a few instant microwave meals. On the shelves are bread, donuts , cereals, jellies etc. then they have fresh pastries and toast and bagels every morning. They do cooked mickey waffles ( yum ) , pancakes a nice morning flatbread. For lunch they have nice salads, sandwiches etc.

Lovely friendly staff and nice ambience. Refillable mug station and you can buy expresso. Haven't eaten there in the evening.

Enjoy! We do!

 

[AnnaS]

We'll be staying at SSR for the first time next month. How does everyone like the Artist's Palette? I was looking at the menu and it looks pretty good.

And for those that have the TIW card, it is accepted here

 

[DisneyHeather]

Only 48 more days until our first SSR stay in a 2 bedroom villa We're getting so excited