SSR Lovers and Owners Part 2

[delmar411]

I'm sure the sidewalk from the Carriage House to the pool level is ADA compliant, but there's also an elevator inside the Carriage House to get down to the pool level if the hill is too steep.

I'm sure it is ADA compliant, it just the only hill in the resort. I didn't know there was an elevator...where is it and where does it come out?

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

I'm sure it is ADA compliant, it just the only hill in the resort. I didn't know there was an elevator...where is it and where does it come out?

On the top level, it's in by the Spa. Downstairs, it's next the restrooms that have the showers. You come out the door near the hot tub.

 

[Cinderella2006]

It's probably about a 10-15 minute walk to the Paddock pool from the Grandstand at a leisurely-to-moderate pace, depending on which building you're in. You'd walk from the Grandstand to the Carriage House, then through the Springs and across the bridge to the Paddock. There's a map of the resort in the SSR FAQ link in my signature.

Have you looked at YouTube? I found some really useful walk around videos of SSR. Mum has mobility issues so I wanted to check walking distances and terrain

If you plan on meals at the quick service then maybe the Grandstand is the best bet as there isn't a major hill to get up to the main house. But then again there is a hill to get to the pool area at the Springs. There is a quick service grill at the Paddock though that serves all 3 meals and it would be a pretty much straight shot to the Springs pool from the Paddock.

I do think the Paddock is more child oriented though.

We always stay at the Grandstand, bldg. 8501-8836 you are right across street from the main area, first on and off for bus, you have the backstretch pool and hot tub. Just make sure your travel agent request those blogs and states child has wheelchair. SSR cast members have always been accommodating. Here's link to resort map http://www.wdwinfo.com/resortmaps/saratoga.htm

Thank you all, certainly given me something to think about. We are all so excited, first time at SSR, we have done ***, Pop, POR, OKW before so we cant wait
Looking forward to some quiet time at the pool as 15 days at disney is exhausting

 

[MikeyNS]

I must say I was extremely disappointed with the community hall when we dropped in to visit on the 16th of March. It looked like the place had been robbed! Last time we were there (May 2013?) there was so much more for the kids to do. The big TV and couch were gone, as well a lot of the toys.
It looked like it was in a sad state.

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

I must say I was extremely disappointed with the community hall when we dropped in to visit on the 16th of March. It looked like the place had been robbed! Last time we were there (May 2013?) there was so much more for the kids to do. The big TV and couch were gone, as well a lot of the toys. It looked like it was in a sad state.

oh dear that is a shame. Did you feedback your disappointment to a CM? I will do when I go!

 

[laura001]

We are looking at booking SSR one bedroom in The Grandstands. I would like to request a specific room but cannot find a building floor plan with the room numbers and if they are a one bedroom, studio etc. The reason is that DH wants the ground floor and wants to face the 18th hole as close to the green as possible.

The one link that is on the info page does not work any longer.

Please help!

 

[Mousewerks]

We are looking at booking SSR one bedroom in The Grandstands. I would like to request a specific room but cannot find a building floor plan with the room numbers and if they are a one bedroom, studio etc. The reason is that DH wants the ground floor and wants to face the 18th hole as close to the green as possible.

The one link that is on the info page does not work any longer.

Please help!

I think you're looking for http://dvcnews.com/index.php/resorts/saratoga-springs/maps-a-photos-53844

 

[delmar411]

We are looking at booking SSR one bedroom in The Grandstands. I would like to request a specific room but cannot find a building floor plan with the room numbers and if they are a one bedroom, studio etc. The reason is that DH wants the ground floor and wants to face the 18th hole as close to the green as possible.

The one link that is on the info page does not work any longer.

Please help!

It is highly unlikely that you will be allowed to request a specific room number. I suggest picking a building and requesting ground floor. That alone is a highly specific request that will be difficult enough to fill.

 

[jilliemom]

Hi all- first trip to SSR and was wondering how far of a walk it is to Hess station so we can pick up some groceries. Is it far??

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

Hi all- first trip to SSR and was wondering how far of a walk it is to Hess station so we can pick up some groceries. Is it far??

hi welcome! I hope you enjoy your trip. The Hess at the crossroads is about 10 minutes walk from Downtown Disney. Distance from DTD from SSR depends on which block you are in and what paths they have open right now. If they have the path from Congress Park block open then on average about another 10 minute walk. That is the nearest block to DTD. The other route is Grandstand block to West Side of DTD this again is about 10 minutes. I would count on at least 20 minutes walk. There is a store at SSR that sells a lot of products such as milk, juice, bread, cereal etc. plus you could get a bus to DTD then walk from there to save leg work. Or get taxi. You can also get a grocery delivery. Hth.

 

[2wins]

I am getting so excited for our early June trip! We are renting a 1 bedroom. We have twin soon to be 16 year olds and want to know which building we should request that is good for teens and adults. We are renting a car so bus transpo is not necessary. Also can someone tell me where the closest Wal-Mart is?

 

[delmar411]

Hi all- first trip to SSR and was wondering how far of a walk it is to Hess station so we can pick up some groceries. Is it far??

Too far to walk for groceries IMO. And gas station groceries are pricey.

I'd just get a basic delivery from Walmart through a service. Not Garden Grocer (since they have a set list) but there are several others that will shop at your chosen store. And here in central FL, Walmart matches Bogo sales. So if you need 2 boxes of waffles, it is better to buy from Walmart than public because it is a cheaper price at Walmart and you get the Publix bogo sale. Things like that. Beer is cheapest at Walmart as well. Same with pasta, pasta sauce and soup.

JMO though.

 

[jerseygal]

We had a GREAT VACA at SSR!!!

Our sons 16 and mid 20's at the time and we were by the Paddock Pool!
We loved the location being so close to the pool, but our boys like working out at the fitness facility and had a bit of a walk back to the main building by the pool...

If we stay there again, I will stay closer to the main building...I also like being by the quick serve for my morning coffee!

Enjoy!

 

[2wins]

Can anyone tell me if the 1 bedrooms have a chair that folds into a bed as well as the fold out couch?

 

[lovin'fl]

Can anyone tell me if the 1 bedrooms have a chair that folds into a bed as well as the fold out couch?

Nope...just the fold out sofa.

 

[BirdsOfPreyDave]

Can anyone tell me if the 1 bedrooms have a chair that folds into a bed as well as the fold out couch?

The only rooms at SSR with a sleeper chair are the tree house villas.

 

[4Still]

Quick question for those who have utilized online check in for SSR - I performed online check in last night and thought I would be able to select "Springs Section" as on of my selections. The only choices were Caraousel, Grandstand, Congress Park, Near Carriage House, ... Is Springs never an option for selection or should I assume the building is booked and that is why it wasn't presented?

 

[anl]

I'm wondering the same thing about springs section. I started to check in today but cancelled it because I was confused. I was thinking if I chose close to carriage house and close to pool that I would have a good chance of springs.

 

[I Run Long]

Is there an option to choose the Paddock section?

 

[anl]

I believe it says near paddock or something like that. All but springs had something you could check but paddock did say near or close. The other 3 just had their names like you were choosing that section.