The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread Part 3

[gottagetback]

Hello. Can anyone tell me if you had recently received an order delivery from Garden Grocer? While trying to submit my order this year for May, it says they do not deliver to that area???

 

[mjohnson96]

Can you rent single night stays for a 2-3 BR?

You should be able to through through Wyndham direct like a hotel room. The fees and such might not be worth it with point rentals.

 

[LadyBeBop]

Here now. There is no NFL Network on the tv channel line up

Thanks. Looks like we'll be listening to the game on the radio. Not going to a sports bar.

 

[mrsr2ro]

I'm in the early stages of planning and have been reading about BC in the last few days - it sounds like a good fit for our family. Possible dates are Late October, November (not Jersey week or Thanksgiving), early December between the holidays, late January, or early February. In other words - cooler weather and hopefully lower crowds.

Some questions:

Are the pools heated? Can they be enjoyed if it's below 70?

Is the resort itself crowded at the times I'm looking into?

I looked into flights and the only direct flight from our city into MCO would be in the evening. Are we at any disadvantage for checking in so late?

What is the difference between deluxe and presidential?

Thanks in advance!

 

[DCTooTall]

I'm in the early stages of planning and have been reading about BC in the last few days - it sounds like a good fit for our family. Possible dates are Late October, November (not Jersey week or Thanksgiving), early December between the holidays, late January, or early February. In other words - cooler weather and hopefully lower crowds.

Some questions:

Are the pools heated? Can they be enjoyed if it's below 70?

Is the resort itself crowded at the times I'm looking into?

I looked into flights and the only direct flight from our city into MCO would be in the evening. Are we at any disadvantage for checking in so late?

What is the difference between deluxe and presidential?

Thanks in advance!

1. I have been multiple times during the late October/Early November period and I've never had a problem in the pools or hottubs. Obviously, the water temp is partly a matter of preference (what is warm to me, could be cold to someone else)... but it's not downright chilly. I don't know though if the pools are actually heated though, or if the Florida sun just does a good enough job keeping the water warmed up. [I normally hit the pools after dark, so they are still warm even after the sun goes down]

2. I've never really felt crowded at the resort when I've been. The combination of the size of the resort and it's layout mean that it's not going to feel as crazy crowded as you might feel some other places. That being said, The most likely places where you'll feel the crowding might be around some of the pools (some pools are going to be more popular than others) during the day, and maybe the shuttle during peak times. I never take the shuttle though so I'm not sure if that's still the case.

3. Not really. There isn't much of a difference between checking in early or later in the day. Especcially since these are slower times you aren't going to be as likely to get stuck with a crappy room because you got there late. (and there aren't many rooms that I would consider to be undesirable at the resort).

4. The presidential units have a slightly upgraded furnishings and decor. You'll get things like a tile floor in the common areas, stainless appliances, crown moldings, and nicer furniture in the Presidentials. The Deluxes are very nice though as well.

 

[disneycrazy01]

Is checking in during the week easier than checking in on the weekends? I will be landing at MCO at 12:30pm on a Tuesday during July.

Also are there any rooms that should be avoided - really undesirable? What buildings are they in?

 

[DCTooTall]

Is checking in during the week easier than checking in on the weekends? I will be landing at MCO at 12:30pm on a Tuesday during July.

Also are there any rooms that should be avoided - really undesirable? What buildings are they in?

The big turnover days at the resort are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. These are the days when most people begin or end their vacation, and therefore you will have more crowds for the luggage carts in the towers and the front desk for checkin. They will also have more rooms they need to flip between morning checkouts and afternoon checkins.


By checking in during mid-week you often won't have to deal with the same craziness as you would on one of the primary turnover days, and you may also luck out into finding your room ready earlier in the day since they won't need to flip as many rooms.

 

[kleldridge]

I'm in the early stages of planning and have been reading about BC in the last few days - it sounds like a good fit for our family. Possible dates are Late October, November (not Jersey week or Thanksgiving), early December between the holidays, late January, or early February. In other words - cooler weather and hopefully lower crowds.

Some questions:

Are the pools heated? Can they be enjoyed if it's below 70?

Is the resort itself crowded at the times I'm looking into?

I looked into flights and the only direct flight from our city into MCO would be in the evening. Are we at any disadvantage for checking in so late?

What is the difference between deluxe and presidential?

Thanks in advance!

To add to what has been said, the presidentials are a bit larger and the layout is different. My experience is from staying in both types of 2 bedroom units. If the pres. is only slightly more, it's definitely worth it.

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[pigletto]

We'll be getting into Orlando late on a Friday night and staying at an airport area hotel. Our check in day for BC will be Saturday which I am understanding from reading this thread will be very busy. Can I go in the morning, check us in and then spend the day at one of the parks and pick up our room keys later in the evening? Or do they require you to check in after a certain point in the day?
I'd rather get it all done early in the day and just come back once the lines have died down but I don't know if they'll allow that.

 

[disneyfreak7]

I have tried to read entire thread but my mind started to scramble!! If I request high floor, firework view, what are the possible buildings we could be put in. Also, does each building have a different firework view, ie.. DHS, Epcot or MK? Thanks.

 

[manhattanman]

I have tried to read entire thread but my mind started to scramble!! If I request high floor, firework view, what are the possible buildings we could be put in. Also, does each building have a different firework view, ie.. DHS, Epcot or MK? Thanks.

all of them have high floor fireworks view, the question is whether they are only obstructed by trees or by trees and other towers.

We were in a tower facing the reserve ( i.e not towards the lake or fireworks, our balcony faced the parking lot) . if we had been on the other side of the building we would have seen the lake and the fireworks. From a room on the top floor outside the elevators we could see the fireworks that I presume were epcot. It was nice but kinda meh. When we decided to go back to MK to see the fireworks, i was somewhat not excited , which was wrong because seeing the fireworks from the parks is completely a different experience. Even from the highest floors you wont see the low fireworks and no music.

so in terms of how good they are

fireworks on site >>>>>>> from bonnet creek >> not seeing them at all. Its a nice bonus and like you we requested a fireworks view thinking it would be great, but it enede up not being as important as I had thought. If we go back and get a non fireworks view I wont sweat it at all, and if we get a fireworks view I suspect we would only watch it from the balcony one or twice and only if we were not doing anything else.

 

[mlsjmu]

Today seems to be the day where I'm posting a lot of questions regarding lodging. I have an offer for a stay at Bonnet Creek. I've stayed off property before, but never at that particular resort. I'm debating between Wyndham Hills and BC. My inclination is BC right now, but I've read a few reviews online that mention timeshare pitches. Can anyone clarify how that works? I have no interest in sitting through a presentation, and really don't want the bother and hassle of being hounded about it. Anyone have any experiences (good and bad) dealing with that situation at Bonnet Creek? Thanks!

 

[nifferearly]

Just say no! We weren't bothered other than some pressure at check in and one phone call. It's a great resort - you'll like it!

 

[mlsjmu]

Just say no! We weren't bothered other than some pressure at check in and one phone call. It's a great resort - you'll like it!

Thank you, Niffer. I just wanted to be certain, and I certainly don't want to have to deal with that kind of pressure during a getaway. Some reviews have mentioned it was a one-time mention or phone call, while others seem to have experienced multiple encounters with sales pitches.

 

[KCmike]

I read in an earlier post to tell them your too busy and have your entire day booked up.

 

[carlbarry]

Today seems to be the day where I'm posting a lot of questions regarding lodging. I have an offer for a stay at Bonnet Creek. I've stayed off property before, but never at that particular resort. I'm debating between Wyndham Hills and BC. My inclination is BC right now, but I've read a few reviews online that mention timeshare pitches. Can anyone clarify how that works? I have no interest in sitting through a presentation, and really don't want the bother and hassle of being hounded about it. Anyone have any experiences (good and bad) dealing with that situation at Bonnet Creek? Thanks!

If the "offer" is through Wyndham, you might be obligated to sit through the presentation to qualify for the lower price. If the "offer" is from a friend, you can just say "no!" when asked if you want the presentation.

 

[mlsjmu]

If the "offer" is through Wyndham, you might be obligated to sit through the presentation to qualify for the lower price. If the "offer" is from a friend, you can just say "no!" when asked if you want the presentation.

Thanks Carl, I have a quote from an online booking rep. I've emailed them also, and they have stated there is no sales pitch/presentation, but I just wanted to confirm that with the experiences of other DISers.

 

[Fundytrail]

We just returned from a 14 day stay at WBC Tower 3, and thanks to the many on this forum that helped us head us in that direction and guide us along the way.

This was our first stay at the WBC, but it will must likely not be our last. So let me get this out of the way first, there were no bugs, no rude staff or guests and the room was spotless. Everthing in the unit worked as it should including the dryer.

As many others have indicated the resort grounds are beautiful and well maintained. We had a "fireworks" view but feel it is highly over rated here on the forum, it was ok but nothing special.

When I picked up our parking pass I was very polite but very firm in the fact that I was not interested in a timeshare presentation and the only phone calls we had from the resort were to inform us of events like the welcome breakfast and such.

I know everyone values things differently, with different priorities but from our perspective here goes;

Pros;
On site (next to Caribbean Beach Resort)
Lots of room
Great value

Cons;
No comparison with Disney Bus system, not that we were expecting it to be.

We booked through VS and are very happy with their service, but I'm sure VU or Farrell's would have provied the same level of service.

 

[aubriee]

I read in an earlier post to tell them your too busy and have your entire day booked up.

I've also read to just check the lowest salary on the sheet you fill out when you get the parking tag and they'll leave you alone. Another tip I read said to leave your spouse in the car and tell them the spouse is at home. They can't sell you a time share if both spouses are not available, so they have to leave you alone.

Last Oct/Nov we stayed offsite at Westgate Town Center. As soon, as the lady started talking about the member's breakfast, I just politely said I wasn't interested, was busy all week, and my husband was at home. She immediately backed off and told me to have a nice vacation. I didn't hear another word from them all week.

 

[KDsmommy]

I checked in today. I'm divorced so had to mark 'single' on the info sheet, never got asked once about a presentation. Love it here!