SSR Lovers and Owners Part 2

[Meldev]

We never use a car there. I think the bus service is fine for the most part. It runs frequent in the morning and evening but is farther between buses in the mid-day. We walk to places within the resort so we aren't ever waiting on a bus to get to the Main house or back again. It really isn't that big of a resort. You'll see once you get there, it looks really spread out on the map but once you see how interconnected everything is, it feels a lot smaller. My kids have no issues with running over to the main pool from the Paddock and back again. I'd suggest checking out the community hall if you plan on downtime. It has a ton of free crafts to do plus video games, standard games, pool, ping pong, etc. Plus they do a marshmallow roast every evening at 5:30-6:30 in the courtyard behind the arcade area. That's also free and you can roast and eat as many as you like. There are also pool games at both feature pools with prizes for the kids. It is a really great resort with lots of free things to do just at the resort. I think you will really enjoy it. The quick service is really nice too and accommodating.

This sounds perfect for us! I guess I got sucked into so many posting about the size of the place. Honestly all we know as a family is POR and we were in the building furthest from the pool and main food court but we walked everywhere too . Didn't seem bad to us (kids were 2,4,6 at the time) had stroller for 2 year old but I know many say you may have a 'long' walk there even.
We loved POR setting and everything - but with 4 kids I look forward to having a washer/dryer and the extra space to unwind a minute when they're asleep!

I'm happy to rely on bus service. We don't traditionally hit parks first thing, that's why I have deliberated on the resort, we take full advantage of the pools and really enjoy having a QS meal there.

Do you use a particular grocery delivery?

Thanks again - and since you're a SSR veteran I may be asking more questions when our trip gets closer!

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

This sounds perfect for us! I guess I got sucked into so many posting about the size of the place. Honestly all we know as a family is POR and we were in the building furthest from the pool and main food court but we walked everywhere too . Didn't seem bad to us (kids were 2,4,6 at the time) had stroller for 2 year old but I know many say you may have a 'long' walk there even. We loved POR setting and everything - but with 4 kids I look forward to having a washer/dryer and the extra space to unwind a minute when they're asleep! I'm happy to rely on bus service. We don't traditionally hit parks first thing, that's why I have deliberated on the resort, we take full advantage of the pools and really enjoy having a QS meal there. Do you use a particular grocery delivery? Thanks again - and since you're a SSR veteran I may be asking more questions when our trip gets closer!

sorry to just add to op already very helpful comments but I just wanted to say SSR is our home resort and I am quite disabled and I don't find the resort too large to get around the buses are wonderful and the CM's very helpful. The Grandstand and The Paddock are great. We loved POR also but love the kitchen and the laundry of a DVC resort plus it works out cheaper for us. So I think you will really enjoy it's a wonderful resort!

Enjoy!

 

[delmar411]

This sounds perfect for us! I guess I got sucked into so many posting about the size of the place. Honestly all we know as a family is POR and we were in the building furthest from the pool and main food court but we walked everywhere too . Didn't seem bad to us (kids were 2,4,6 at the time) had stroller for 2 year old but I know many say you may have a 'long' walk there even.
We loved POR setting and everything - but with 4 kids I look forward to having a washer/dryer and the extra space to unwind a minute when they're asleep!

I'm happy to rely on bus service. We don't traditionally hit parks first thing, that's why I have deliberated on the resort, we take full advantage of the pools and really enjoy having a QS meal there.

Do you use a particular grocery delivery?

Thanks again - and since you're a SSR veteran I may be asking more questions when our trip gets closer!

I'm happy to help out as much as I can. It really is our family's favorite resort.

If we have to use a grocery service we use We go shop. I have a very specific list and have things on it that I only want if the price is around my target so that works best for me rather than pick from a set list of products. Other people I know have used a different personal shopper and they liked her a lot and said she was a better deal. I will ask them who they used and I'll post that info. I'd check her out as well.

 

[cheryllarsen]

Have much enjoyed looking through all the photos. We have an upcoming trip!

 

[Meldev]

Just made the changes to my reservation, we're now booked at SSR!

I really appreciate how helpful everyone here is (DelMar411 and Paula Sedley-Burke)

Now, I'll be wishing on stars for that 30% discount or some pixie dust (complete with pin code)! haha!

 

[delmar411]

Just made the changes to my reservation, we're now booked at SSR!

I really appreciate how helpful everyone here is (DelMar411 and Paula Sedley-Burke)

Now, I'll be wishing on stars for that 30% discount or some pixie dust (complete with pin code)! haha!

This is the personal shopper that others have used with success.

https://www.facebook.com/DisneyShopper

 

[2wins]

Hello, we have not stayed on property for years, but love condo living. So we are very excited about staying in a 1 bedroom at SSR! We did not rent from an owner or Disney directly. We went with an online travel agency owned by orbitz. Can anyone tell me if we get daily mousekeeping or not? Also, when we rented at Bonnet Creek we started a pay it forward, where we left nonperishable items for the next guest at the main lobby. Ex. new rain ponchos, unopened boxes of goldfish, bottled water, etc. Does this thread have anything like this?

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

Just made the changes to my reservation, we're now booked at SSR! I really appreciate how helpful everyone here is (DelMar411 and Paula Sedley-Burke) Now, I'll be wishing on stars for that 30% discount or some pixie dust (complete with pin code)! haha!

how wonderful! I am so pleased for you what dates did you say you were going? Anything else I can do to help just say!

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

Hello, we have not stayed on property for years, but love condo living. So we are very excited about staying in a 1 bedroom at SSR! We did not rent from an owner or Disney directly. We went with an online travel agency owned by orbitz. Can anyone tell me if we get daily mousekeeping or not? Also, when we rented at Bonnet Creek we started a pay it forward, where we left nonperishable items for the next guest at the main lobby. Ex. new rain ponchos, unopened boxes of goldfish, bottled water, etc. Does this thread have anything like this?

hello if you booked with TA then you should get daily mousekeeping. I haven't seem a pay it forward thread at the moment but they do appear! What I have seen folks do is just start a new thread saying what they have and for folks to pick it up. You could do that if you have any spare at the end. But somebody else might have seen a pay it forward thread?

 

[Countryrunner262]

We are looking ahead to our 2016 trip. We are having a lot of family come along and will be interested in a 3 bedroom villa. Has anyone stayed in one? How is it? Is there one at every location or just in one area? We are new owners so this will be our first planned trip staying at SSR. One other question, we will have 6 adults and 4 kids...ages 9,8,5, and 2. Being 10 guest, is the 3 bedroom the only room we could get?

Thanks!

 

[Meldev]

how wonderful! I am so pleased for you what dates did you say you were going? Anything else I can do to help just say!

Thanks so much! We're heading down the 2nd week of October - ending the trip over Columbus Day weekend!

 

[Meldev]

This is the personal shopper that others have used with success. https://www.facebook.com/DisneyShopper

Thank you!

 

[MAGICFOR2]

Awesome!!! We just passed ROFR for SSR on Monday.

Welcome Home!

Hey Tim! Welcome Home! We own at SSR and love it! We keep thinking we'll try another resort, but somehow always end up at our own "home."

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

We are looking ahead to our 2016 trip. We are having a lot of family come along and will be interested in a 3 bedroom villa. Has anyone stayed in one? How is it? Is there one at every location or just in one area? We are new owners so this will be our first planned trip staying at SSR. One other question, we will have 6 adults and 4 kids...ages 9,8,5, and 2. Being 10 guest, is the 3 bedroom the only room we could get?

Thanks!

The layout of all SSR buildings is the same, so there are 3-bedroom Grand Villas in each. I've never stayed in one -- I've always been too cheap to spend that many points. They're more than just a 2-bedroom with an extra bedroom. They really are luxury accommodations.

Unfortunately, if you're not able to split your group into multiple rooms, the Grand Villa is the only room that will hold your group with everyone in a bed. The Tree House villas sleep 9 and the 2-bedrooms sleep 8.

If you group can be split, you'll find that two smaller villas will be fewer points than a single Grand Villa.

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

Thanks so much! We're heading down the 2nd week of October - ending the trip over Columbus Day weekend!

what a lovely time to go. One of my favourites. We love the weather that time of year and of course the EPCOT F & W. Enjoy!

 

[DannysMom]

We are looking ahead to our 2016 trip. We are having a lot of family come along and will be interested in a 3 bedroom villa. Has anyone stayed in one? How is it? Is there one at every location or just in one area? We are new owners so this will be our first planned trip staying at SSR. One other question, we will have 6 adults and 4 kids...ages 9,8,5, and 2. Being 10 guest, is the 3 bedroom the only room we could get?

Thanks!

Already been answered I think, but depending on how the group breaks up, you could also book a 2 BR, plus a studio, likely for less points. Than the GV. But as for the whole party in one accommodation, GVs are the only place you would fit.

 

[Countryrunner262]

The layout of all SSR buildings is the same, so there are 3-bedroom Grand Villas in each. I've never stayed in one -- I've always been too cheap to spend that many points. They're more than just a 2-bedroom with an extra bedroom. They really are luxury accommodations. Unfortunately, if you're not able to split your group into multiple rooms, the Grand Villa is the only room that will hold your group with everyone in a bed. The Tree House villas sleep 9 and the 2-bedrooms sleep 8. If you group can be split, you'll find that two smaller villas will be fewer points than a single Grand Villa.

I didn't even think about splitting. I'm new to this. I will have to look into that! Thanks!!

 

[Leleluvsdis]

We are looking ahead to our 2016 trip. We are having a lot of family come along and will be interested in a 3 bedroom villa. Has anyone stayed in one? How is it? Is there one at every location or just in one area? We are new owners so this will be our first planned trip staying at SSR. One other question, we will have 6 adults and 4 kids...ages 9,8,5, and 2. Being 10 guest, is the 3 bedroom the only room we could get? Thanks!

remember the 2 year old will not be counted because they are under 3. If it were me, I would try for THV, but a grand villa would be AHHHMAZING!!!!!!

 

[SonOfAStitch]

Just bought back into DVC last year, this time at SSR, but have never stayed there yet. Looking for suggestions on which location to stay at on our first trip. Plan on spending Oct. 31st - Nov. 8th 2015 in a 2 BR. We will have a car, but enjoy / don't mind walking. Kids will be 17 and 14 at time of travel. Close proximity to a pool with a slide would be nice along with the ability to walk or take a boat to DTD. Looking forward to any suggestions. Thanks in advance.

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

Just bought back into DVC last year, this time at SSR, but have never stayed there yet. Looking for suggestions on which location to stay at on our first trip. Plan on spending Oct. 31st - Nov. 8th 2015 in a 2 BR. We will have a car, but enjoy / don't mind walking. Kids will be 17 and 14 at time of travel. Close proximity to a pool with a slide would be nice along with the ability to walk or take a boat to DTD. Looking forward to any suggestions. Thanks in advance.

Check out the SSR FAQ link in my signature. FAQ #4 provides some pros and cons for each of the sections.

Have you considered a tree house instead of a 2-bedroom? It's a few more points, but would give each kid their own room. The tree houses are a little remote, however, and wouldn't be near a pool with a water slide without doing some walking (or a bus ride). They are a great experience though -- one of my favorite places to stay in all of WDW. Very unique, but admitedly not for everyone. Check out FAQ #9, too.

Also check out the Paddocks as a possible good fit.