*The Official VILLAS AT DISNEY'S GRAND FLORIDIAN RESORT & SPA Owners & Lovers Group* - LOBBY REFURB BEGAN 4/14!

[tx911]

Yes, they are there now. Just a heads up - the mini refrigerator is more of a cooling refrigerator, I was not comfortable it was cold enough for milk and cheese for any long period. I might bring a frig thermometer next time lol.

Yes, I was there in late January, and it looked more like a beverage cooler than a mini fridge.

 

[Dis507]

Yes, I was there in late January, and it looked more like a beverage cooler than a mini fridge.

Yup, they started swapping out the decent mini frig for those last year. When we were there back at Christmas it worked very well, super cold. But I know that if those doors are open a crack they don’t cool worth a darn.

 

[PolyRob]

Yup, they started swapping out the decent mini frig for those last year. When we were there back at Christmas it worked very well, super cold. But I know that if those doors are open a crack they don’t cool worth a darn.

I thought VGF resort studios opened with the traditional black beverage cooler found in all the WDW cash room refurbmishents, but were getting transitioned to actual mini refrigerators that fit in the cabinet? They still have glass doors, but I believe this is the model of the replacement: https://www.danby.com/products/compact-refrigerators/dag016a2bdb/

 

[Dis507]

I thought VGF resort studios opened with the traditional black beverage cooler found in all the WDW cash room refurbmishents, but were getting transitioned to actual mini refrigerators that fit in the cabinet? They still have glass doors, but I believe this is the model of the replacement: https://www.danby.com/products/compact-refrigerators/dag016a2bdb/

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That looks similar to them, but I don’t recall a thermostat or mechanical fan. Just the radiant cooler. And size wise your lucky if it fits a bottle with out putting it in sideways. They are nice, but not a mini frig.

 

[tx911]

I thought VGF resort studios opened with the traditional black beverage cooler found in all the WDW cash room refurbmishents, but were getting transitioned to actual mini refrigerators that fit in the cabinet? They still have glass doors, but I believe this is the model of the replacement: https://www.danby.com/products/compact-refrigerators/dag016a2bdb/

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Interesting. Could’ve been that. I didn’t use it or investigate it too much.

 

[mrsap]

Found a picture posted on FB of the current Courtyard Pool Building Construction.

 

[waters85]

Wish they would fix the water jets in the zero entry part of the pool. Several don't work/ low pressure. Also, can we please make this magic band entry (just like Poly does)? So many use this pool that aren't even staying there - they talk about it loud and openly.

 

[Cfabar1]

Wish they would fix the water jets in the zero entry part of the pool. Several don't work/ low pressure. Also, can we please make this magic band entry (just like Poly does)? So many use this pool that aren't even staying there - they talk about it loud and openly.

Make your feedback known to Disney/DVC in writing... That's one of the best ways to share it.

 

[AstroBlasters]

Wish they would fix the water jets in the zero entry part of the pool. Several don't work/ low pressure. Also, can we please make this magic band entry (just like Poly does)? So many use this pool that aren't even staying there - they talk about it loud and openly.

I’m a NARC, I’d mention it to a cast member and try to get them booted…..

 

[mamaofsix]

Wish they would fix the water jets in the zero entry part of the pool. Several don't work/ low pressure. Also, can we please make this magic band entry (just like Poly does)? So many use this pool that aren't even staying there - they talk about it loud and openly.

I would imagine fixing those jets will be part of the refurbishment. We noticed that last trip, too.

 

[TinkAgainU]

Silly question, is there a jacuzzi/hot tub for guest use at the Grand Floridian, I don't recall seeing one...

 

[Cfabar1]

Silly question, is there a jacuzzi/hot tub for guest use at the Grand Floridian, I don't recall seeing one...

I think there's one in the quiet pool area.

 

[Royal Consort]

Silly question, is there a jacuzzi/hot tub for guest use at the Grand Floridian, I don't recall seeing one...

Yes there's a hot tub at the courtyard pool.

 

[mamaofsix]

Silly question, is there a jacuzzi/hot tub for guest use at the Grand Floridian, I don't recall seeing one...

There is at the Courtyard Pool, but that area is currently closed for refurbishment.

 

[WishesQueen]

We did an add-on on in December and just got our second gift box. I haven’t opened it yet actually but I assume it’s the DVC water bottle, cooling towel, certificate etc, the previous poster mentioned that we got our first round. So you should definitely get that, as well I think a few have lovingly called it their $30K water bottle

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Enjoy your 30K water bottle all we received was the welcome home card at the bottom of your box....lol

 

[Disney Spaz]

We just got our 5th welcome home box. Yes we have incurable add-onitis. Every time I want to add a small contract I tell DH I need a new towel. He just rolls his eyes and says my towels are too expensive. I usually win though.

 

[WishesQueen]

We just got our 5th welcome home box. Yes we have incurable add-onitis. Every time I want to add a small contract I tell DH I need a new towel. He just rolls his eyes and says my towels are too expensive. I usually win though.

Did you first just get the card in the mail that says Welcome Home and then get the box?

 

[OnThisMagicNight]

Did you first just get the card in the mail that says Welcome Home and then get the box?

I think it did take a few weeks for the welcome gift to come, if I recall correctly.

 

[MerlinandtheMouse]

Enjoy your 30K water bottle all we received was the welcome home card at the bottom of your box....lol

I think we received the card in the mail the first time around and then again with the box a few weeks later! Even this time the box came a good month or two after we purchased. If you have a delayed closing it might be delayed because of that! Don’t worry I’m sure your box is coming, it’ll be worth the wait…mostly

 

[WishesQueen]

Thanks again everyone! I have to wait for August for my first stay so I am looking forward to anything Disney related.