The Villas at Disney's Grand Californian Owners Group

[sierranevada]

I was at VGC 9/24 - 9/27 and I asked the cabana girl for a tour. They were going to officially open on the 27th. You can rent a cabana for half a day (I think the price was $110 or $125 -- I can't remember) or for the whole day at $180 or $185. The half day was from 9 to 1 or 2 to 6 and a whole day would be from 9 to 6. The cabanas have a little refrigerator, a tv, ect. It's pretty fancy. There are 2 chaise lounges in front of the cabana as well as a table inside. I thought they looked cool but I think we will admire it them from a distance.

I called because we are considering renting a cabana for 1/2 day for our June trip and this is the offical info:

Cabanas have seating for 6, a flat screen TV, small fridge stocked with 6 bottled waters, complimentary basket of fruit. They are $185 for a full day which is 9 - 6 or $110 for a half day, either 9:30 - 1 or 2 - 6. Full days can be reserved one month in advance and 1/2 days can be reserved 2 weeks in advance.

 

[forevercruising]

I called because we are considering renting a cabana for 1/2 day for our June trip and this is the offical info:

Cabanas have seating for 6, a flat screen TV, small fridge stocked with 6 bottled waters, complimentary basket of fruit. They are $185 for a full day which is 9 - 6 or $110 for a half day, either 9:30 - 1 or 2 - 6. Full days can be reserved one month in advance and 1/2 days can be reserved 2 weeks in advance.

Thanks for the Cabana update!

Have any of you who have been staying at VGC seen the cabanas actually being rented? Or, are they mostly just sitting empty?

 

[franandaj]

Thanks for the Cabana update!

Have any of you who have been staying at VGC seen the cabanas actually being rented? Or, are they mostly just sitting empty?

Just got back today and was there two weeks ago, never saw anyone in them while I was there....I was wondering the same thing. The *FREE* lounge chairs were pretty full, except in the shade by the DVC wing entrance.

 

[forevercruising]

I called because we are considering renting a cabana for 1/2 day for our June trip and this is the offical info:

Cabanas have seating for 6, a flat screen TV, small fridge stocked with 6 bottled waters, complimentary basket of fruit. They are $185 for a full day which is 9 - 6 or $110 for a half day, either 9:30 - 1 or 2 - 6. Full days can be reserved one month in advance and 1/2 days can be reserved 2 weeks in advance.

Thanks for the Cabana update!

Have any of you who have been staying at VGC seen the cabanas actually being rented? Or, are they mostly just sitting empty?

 

[wbl2745]

Have any of you who have been staying at VGC seen the cabanas actually being rented? Or, are they mostly just sitting empty?

We were there last week and they all looked empty.

 

[wbl2745]

Does anyone know if there is a grocery delivery service for VGC?

They do have grocery delivery at VGC. You can find an order form here.

You can also see photos of what's available at White Water Snacks in the GCH here.

 

[kerickson]

A group of 20/30 somethings rented one on Saturday while we were there. My husband and I discussed that we'd probably rent one for 1/2 a day if we were there in the summer and could split with another family... Maybe they'll lower the prices in off season next year...

 

[wbl2745]

I've posted a brief trip report on our first visit to the VGC at on thread.

 

[minniemoms]

We were there 2 full days this last week, and never saw anyone in them. I wonder if they don't rent them out much

 

[BeccaG]

Since DL is a much more regional park than WDW I am wondering if that is "hurting" the Cabana rentals for two reasons.
1. People are not there to lounge as much as at WDW because their trip is shorter.
2. Most locals would say up until the last few days we have only had one maybe two good weekends that's really were warm enough to be lounge by the pool weather, as a rule us California's are not the hardiest bunch when it comes to the cold.

 

[BeccaG]

oops

 

[franandaj]

Since DL is a much more regional park than WDW I am wondering if that is "hurting" the Cabana rentals for two reasons.
1. People are not there to lounge as much as at WDW because their trip is shorter.
2. Most locals would say up until the last few days we have only had one maybe two good weekends that's really were warm enough to be lounge by the pool weather, as a rule us California's are not the hardiest bunch when it comes to the cold.

The two weekends I was there in the last month, the *FREE* lounge chairs were packed, I just think people aren't willing to pay such outrageous fees for a private cabana. Also the Pool Bar guys were hustling to bring people drinks and goodies from Whitewater snacks poolside.

 

[peloha86]

Just thought I'd say "hello" to the VGC owners, "welcome home" to the new owners seeing what the latest news is @ VGC...

Through July 2009-Feb 2010 I've been going to DL every month, so far I prefer the warm weather during the summer, making it very nice to stay at the VGC. You can't beat the proximity, esp since all that's coming our way @ CA..WOC, Carsland, Ariel's grotto...
Christmas is my favorite holiday, on that note...

We'll be braving the crowds for the first time for New Years eve
How is it @ VGC during that time?
Thanks!

 

[SoCalKDG]

Anybody have some 2nd and 3rd floor park view photos to share?

 

[franandaj]

Anybody have some 2nd and 3rd floor park view photos to share?

Room 2504

Not too shabby I'd say!

 

[WendyT]

DH and I just bought into VGC! We are so excited!

 

[kikiq]

DH and I just bought into VGC! We are so excited!

Welcome Home!!!

 

[ACDSNY]

DH and I just bought into VGC! We are so excited!

Welcome Home Nor-Cal neighbor!

 

[junglejoy]

What's the difference between a dedicated 2 bedroom and a lock-off 2 bedroom?

We reserved a 2 bedroom in Oct. and didn't specify so I'm assuming it's a dedicated because we tried to get a 1 bedroom originally and they were all taken.

 

[stopher1]

What's the difference between a dedicated 2 bedroom and a lock-off 2 bedroom?

We reserved a 2 bedroom in Oct. and didn't specify so I'm assuming it's a dedicated because we tried to get a 1 bedroom originally and they were all taken.

A lock-off is the combination of a 1 bedroom and a studio, having 2 separate entrances, a locking door in between, and the studio portion then has the kitchenette, a queen bed and a double sleeper sofa.


A dedicated 2 bedroom will have the 2nd bedroom with 2 regular beds in it, and a single entrance to the unit.