The Villas at Disney's Grand Californian Owners Group

[rmonty02]

I have a 2 bedroom in October. Does anyone have a suggestion for a villa request? I'd like to see the big Wheel of Color I think. Right now, I don't have any requests for a specific room.

Request Park View & Upper floor

 

[franandaj]

Is anyone going to VGC as WOC opens in June? We will be there 6/23 - 6/25. I know that there is no guarantee that we will get a room with a view of WOC so I am trying to find out about how the patio access is going to work. We have a dedicated 2 bedroom so I am hoping it increases the chances of a good view. I spoke with MS today to confirm my requests but they did not have any information at all about the patio. Does anyone know anything about it -- I think the MS person thought I was making it up!

From the patio you will most likely have no view of the water screen projection. You will see the fountains, but for the best view you will need to be in the viewing area. We were in room 6504 when they ran the whole show and we couldn't see the water projections, the patio is even farther away at an angle.

 

[SoCalKDG]

I'll be there 6-6 to 6-12 in a 1 bedroom, hoping to get park view. I'll be there early Sunday morning for check in.

Good news, the show will be going starting 6-6 with CM viewings the first two nights, then KOST party, day off(or maybe AP preview), then media show, then opening day.

I'm hoping to see it from the room, plus from the viewing park.

 

[lisah0711]

It is a deck on the top floor where they have the 2 BBQ's and some tables. Nice open area - good WoC view but not the best. It is not a full on view and has some minor viewing obstructions. It is a good alternative if you don't want to fight the crowds but again, not the prime spot.

Thanks! It might be fun to do a little barbeque up there some time. Too bad about the view though.

Oh Lisa enjoy it! That's so cool. I hope your request comes through. I wish our summer plans had worked out, but we won't be there til December. But I do get to be there in late November while on a work trip. It's better than nothing.

It will be a blast no matter where our room is! It's hard to wait between trips -- that is why I always have two Disney trips in the works at all times to avoid withdrawal!

I'll be there 6/8-12. I'll let you know if I learn anything. If I survive.

Here's some moose dust and for you! Best wishes for a safe and wonderful trip fellow VWL groupie!

From the patio you will most likely have no view of the water screen projection. You will see the fountains, but for the best view you will need to be in the viewing area. We were in room 6504 when they ran the whole show and we couldn't see the water projections, the patio is even farther away at an angle.

Thanks for letting me know! I think I had better book a WOC dinner package.

I'll be there 6-6 to 6-12 in a 1 bedroom, hoping to get park view. I'll be there early Sunday morning for check in.

Good news, the show will be going starting 6-6 with CM viewings the first two nights, then KOST party, day off(or maybe AP preview), then media show, then opening day.

I'm hoping to see it from the room, plus from the viewing park.

I'll keep my fingers crossed you!


Thank you to all of you who answered. You all know more than the folks at MS!

 

[franandaj]

Thanks for letting me know! I think I had better book a WOC dinner package.

I booked one yesterday for July 7, figured midweek after they get most of the kinks out it should be pretty cool. Checking in today in a few hours for Taste! WooooHoooo!

 

[Longhairbear]

It is a deck on the top floor where they have the 2 BBQ's and some tables. Nice open area - good WoC view but not the best. It is not a full on view and has some minor viewing obstructions. It is a good alternative if you don't want to fight the crowds but again, not the prime spot.

The BBQ's are on ground level, we just used them last week. There is a high fence between VGC and DCA, so you can only see the Mickey Wheel from there. The viewing deck is beside, and above that area.
The BBQ's are great, we loved using them.

 

[mom2pirateNpooh]

The BBQ's are on ground level, we just used them last week. There is a high fence between VGC and DCA, so you can only see the Mickey Wheel from there. The viewing deck is beside, and above that area.
The BBQ's are great, we loved using them.

DH has been eagerly anticipating using the BBQs at VGC. Do we need to reserve to use one, or is it on a first-come, first-served basis? Do we need to bring BBQ tools with us? Thanks....

 

[Nonsuch]

DH has been eagerly anticipating using the BBQs at VGC. Do we need to reserve to use one, or is it on a first-come, first-served basis? Do we need to bring BBQ tools with us? Thanks....

There was no reservation system when I was there at the end of February. I could see the BBQs from our balcony, and I only saw them used 3 times over 5 days. These are large high end gas BBQs, which could easily cook a dozen hamburgers in 10 minutes. I doubt a reservation system will ever be needed.

Tools are available for checkout from Guest Services. A flashlight would be handy if your going to cook at night.

 

[justkeepswimmin]

Not sure if this has been mentioned here yet but on the official DVC website they are announcing that VGC is in "sellout" phase. They also say they anticipate sell out happening this summer.

So does this mean that all purchase/ add on incentives are no longer valid? We have no money to add on right now but I will be giving our finances a hard look over the next few days to see if it is possible.

 

[kerickson]

There was no reservation system when I was there at the end of February. I could see the BBQs from our balcony, and I only saw them used 3 times over 5 days. These are large high end gas BBQs, which could easily cook a dozen hamburgers in 10 minutes. I doubt a reservation system will ever be needed.

Tools are available for checkout from Guest Services. A flashlight would be handy if your going to cook at night.

No flashlights anymore. Looks like they've installed cooking lights... (my DH haming it up and cooking a little skirt steak for our fajitas the end of April -yum!)

 

[kikiq]

No flashlights anymore. Looks like they've installed cooking lights... (my DH haming it up and cooking a little skirt steak for our fajitas the end of April -yum!)

Love the picture. My brother grilled a tri tip and sausages Sunday night and said he had a "moment" when he looked around thinking, "I'm practically grilling in DCA, I'm grilling in Disneyland!"

 

[elliefusmom]

HI..

Has anyone ever used Vacation Planning to have something special in their room when you arrive? I saw the different baskets that are available, but my request is a little different. My aunt left me a small inheritance last spring and it's what we used to purchase DVC. This is our first trip to VGC and I would love to have a bottle of wine and sparkling cider for us to toast to honor my aunt. We do have a car and could stop and buy it.... but I thought it would be cool to surprise my family.

 

[Longhairbear]

No flashlights anymore. Looks like they've installed cooking lights... (my DH haming it up and cooking a little skirt steak for our fajitas the end of April -yum!)

Love the picture. My brother grilled a tri tip and sausages Sunday night and said he had a "moment" when he looked around thinking, "I'm practically grilling in DCA, I'm grilling in Disneyland!"

LOL, I thought the same thing while grilling steaks. I kept wondering if the guests in DCA could smell the BBQ.

 

[godalejunior]

Just heard from TSS, Disney just waived rofr and we will be VGC owners very soon!

 

[blackjackdelta]

Is there a path that goes from WWS over to the Villas?

Jack

 

[cseca]

Just heard from TSS, Disney just waived rofr and we will be VGC owners very soon!

CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Just curious, what made you go with TSS instead of direct? I thought the price is pretty comparable especially with the incentives. If you don't mind me asking.

Congrats again neighbour!

 

[Fellowship9798]

Just heard from TSS, Disney just waived rofr and we will be VGC owners very soon!

Congratulations, that was a pretty nice contract. I saw it too when it was listed with TSS and though about it for a few minutes. I'm off to DL tomorrow and will be talking about a VGC add-on.

 

[nunzia]

Just heard from TSS, Disney just waived rofr and we will be VGC owners very soon!

congrats!
Now that it's in a final phase I'm crunching numbers again...buy in ONE MORE TIME???

 

[stopher1]

congrats!
Now that it's in a final phase I'm crunching numbers again...buy in ONE MORE TIME???

Oh yeah, go for it nunzia! I just left a message for our guide last night myself.

 

[kikiq]

congrats!
Now that it's in a final phase I'm crunching numbers again...buy in ONE MORE TIME???

We thought about it Sunday as we sat around the table with our family and again on Monday morning as we checked out. 11 months is going to be so important for the summer months and holidays and any other time of the year that maybe important to your family.