The Villas at Disney's Grand Californian Owners & Lovers Group - 2.0

[luv2sleep]

I just made a 2 day reservations @ VGC for Jan. 4 - 6, would it be okay to call member services now with a list of requested rooms or wait til check in day @ 6 am to make my requests?
I also made a hotel reservation on points for Jan. 3 (the day before the villa stay) Would it also be better to check out ASAP (6am) then check in for villa to get a good room request? I think my family will be doing early morning entry (if available) so we would definitely have somewhere to go while waiting for a room.

Just curious, but why do you have to check out that early to check in somewhere else? I don't see why you can't walk over to VGC (everything is pretty close together), check in/register, go back to your room and leisurely check out (by 11am, of course) while waiting until your room is ready?

 

[hjgaus]

Just curious, but why do you have to check out that early to check in somewhere else? I don't see why you can't walk over to VGC (everything is pretty close together), check in/register, go back to your room and leisurely check out (by 11am, of course) while waiting until your room is ready?

Yes that thought did occur to me but my question was - Would I have a better chance at getting a specific room which I got to choose from OR
it doesn't matter because it luck of the draw? I could technically check out early and just wait at the comfort of my home as well. (only a 30 minute drive away) Hopefully there's no need for that.

 

[nunzia]

I just made a 2 day reservations @ VGC for Jan. 4 - 6, would it be okay to call member services now with a list of requested rooms or wait til check in day @ 6 am to make my requests?
I also made a hotel reservation on points for Jan. 3 (the day before the villa stay) Would it also be better to check out ASAP (6am) then check in for villa to get a good room request? I think my family will be doing early morning entry (if available) so we would definitely have somewhere to go while waiting for a room.

I've been told you haveto make requests upon reservation..but then you hear people making requests at check in and getting it so who knows.

 

[JimmyJam838]

I just want to check if it us or not, but has anyone else noticed that the High Definition ABC station does not have any sound?

Jay

 

[gmi3804]

Are there any photos of the views from the east-facing DVC units? I had a south-facing (Paradise Pier) view last fall and it was wonderful. How does the east view compare? I have a 2BR reserved for September and would like to put in a request.

Are all the 2BRs dedicated, or are some lock-offs?

 

[bigAWL]

Are there any photos of the views from the east-facing DVC units? I had a south-facing (Paradise Pier) view last fall and it was wonderful. How does the east view compare? I have a 2BR reserved for September and would like to put in a request.

Are all the 2BRs dedicated, or are some lock-offs?

This thread might help: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2906031

Look for the rooms labeled "Redwood Creek."

 

[gmi3804]

This thread might help: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2906031

Look for the rooms labeled "Redwood Creek."

Thanks - that's what I was looking for!

 

[Nonsuch]

...I have a 2BR reserved for September and would like to put in a request.

Are all the 2BRs dedicated, or are some lock-offs?

There are 23 dedicated and 23 lockoff. The type is selected when booking

 

[gmi3804]

There are 23 dedicated and 23 lockoff. The type is selected when booking

Thanks - it's been a while since I made the booking. I have a 2BR dedicated; I believe this was all that was available at the time. Works for us!

 

[luv2sleep]

Well, as much as I wanted to join you all I think I'm going to have to wait. I was offered 250 points in a June UY today. I could have split it up, however, financially I just can't swing it given that I just bought Aulani points and have this big 2 week cruise coming up. I was planning on those points coming through later. It's great they came through this early for anyone waiting.

I'm very excited about my Aulani points. I reserved a room there for our Oahu stop, am going to AKL for 3 nights before our cruise in March and will travel to stay at Aulani next October for a whole week.

Ciao for now VGC owners. I hope to be back soon!!!

 

[hulliechrisp]

Hello all! I'm so excited for my trip the first week of October! It's gonna be our first Disneyland vacation! I did read the thread with the pics from different rooms, but I was wondering if anyone could recommend a 2 BR with a view of WOC? I'm guessing 5506 or 5500? Like I said, I'm counting down days until we check in and can't wait to visit! Thanks!

 

[sechelt]

6500 and 6506 face that way as well. You'll be able to see WOC but not all the details, because of the angle. Can also watch from the Paradise View Terrace on the sixth floor.

 

[Nonsuch]

...I'm so excited for my trip the first week of October!

That's a great time to visit
Don't forget to wear RED

...I was wondering if anyone could recommend a 2 BR with a view of WOC? I'm guessing 5506 or 5500?

My recommendation:
5506, 4506, 3506, 3522, 6500, 5500, 4500, 3500

My reasons:
x506 have a good angle to view WOC
3522 even better angle, but trees will be a greater obstruction.
x500 still a good WOC view

6500 and 6506 face that way as well.

6506 does not exist

 

[hulliechrisp]

That's a great time to visit
Don't forget to wear RED


My recommendation:
5506, 4506, 3506, 3522, 6500, 5500, 4500, 3500

My reasons:
x506 have a good angle to view WOC
3522 even better angle, but trees will be a greater obstruction.
x500 still a good WOC view


6506 does not exist

thanks

 

[sechelt]

6506 does not exist

Oops! Thanks!

 

[dan and scott]

New owners at Grand Cal here 100pts. We have been DVC members since 98 and have 425pts. at BW and 200pts. at BLT.
We are so excited about having the Grand Cal as a premium property!
We probably visit every 2-3yrs with this small amount of points by banking but at least we will be able to get in.

 

[hjgaus]

New owners at Grand Cal here 100pts. We have been DVC members since 98 and have 425pts. at BW and 200pts. at BLT.
We are so excited about having the Grand Cal as a premium property!
We probably visit every 2-3yrs with this small amount of points by banking but at least we will be able to get in.

Although you are new owners @VGC you certainly have enough points all together to make reservations at the 7 month mark & 2 bdrm / grand villa are most likely easier to book. We have 160 pts w/VGC & 450 pts. w/BCV and can book 7 months out when needed.

 

[cpster]

Hi everyone!

We just heard that Disney has waived ROFR on a resale we are buying. Soon we will be the happy owners of 200 December UY points. I am anxiously awaiting the closing and getting into the system too see what is available in the somewhat near future. We know that we definately want to go next November/December sometime so will be booking once the 11 month window opens for that trip next year. Would be a dream to go this year too, but I know chances are slim.

Just wanted to say hi to all of you. I've been reading and dreaming for awhile and you are all such a helpful bunch!

 

[sechelt]

Welcome home to you both!

 

[Nonsuch]

I sent an email request to member services this morning, cancelled a few days and added a view request. As usual, DVC sent an immediate automated replay. Surprisingly, the request was handled in only 1 hour
(some previous email requests took several days to be completed)

I cancelled October 7-9, but only the 9th shows as available online -- I assume someone's waitlist came through