The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread Part 3

[dcibrando]

DVC member here and just got back from my first stay offsite and at Bonnet Creek Resort in a 2 Bedroom deluxe. I LOVED the resort and the extra room, especially for the price. Not sure I am sold yet on the whole driving to all the parks thing but I managed.

You do not need a parking pass, however they will also give you some good resort information (menus, directions to area locations, etc.) at that desk as well

I thought it was odd they have a gate to enter the resort... but not once did I ever have to insert my room key or have them check a parking pass... as soon as I got to the gate...they basically saw a car and opened it up. haha

 

[ready123go]

DVC member here and just got back from my first stay offsite and at Bonnet Creek Resort in a 2 Bedroom deluxe. I LOVED the resort and the extra room, especially for the price. Not sure I am sold yet on the whole driving to all the parks thing but I managed.

You do not need a parking pass, however they will also give you some good resort information (menus, directions to area locations, etc.) at that desk as well

I thought it was odd they have a gate to enter the resort... but not once did I ever have to insert my room key or have them check a parking pass... as soon as I got to the gate...they basically saw a car and opened it up. haha

Thanks, dcibrando. We're going there soon and good to hear a recent parking pass experience!

 

[FreeThinker]

How annoying is the presentation? We went last May and didn't do the little tour, but we are thinking about maybe doing it this time to get the discounted tickets. We need 6 tickets, so that adds up! Was it totally annoying? Hard pressure sales? We won't be buying, it's just not our thing.

Also, are you truthful when they ask questions about your income, ect. I always hate those questions!

 

[ohionola]

How annoying is the presentation? We went last May and didn't do the little tour, but we are thinking about maybe doing it this time to get the discounted tickets. We need 6 tickets, so that adds up! Was it totally annoying? Hard pressure sales? We won't be buying, it's just not our thing.

Also, are you truthful when they ask questions about your income, ect. I always hate those questions!

We do the tour every time. I would not call it a hard sell but you must have your mind made up that no matter what they say, you aren't buying. The first time you even act halfway interested, they will keep pushing on that.

If they pull the line "then why did you sign up for the tour," I would say they told you to sign up to check out the resort. I would suggest keeping your kids with you as well because they will push you through quicker.

 

[AliceandAriel]

Stopping by to ask, as we haven't been to WBC since staying on site at Disney;

Is the shuttle truly $6/person with unlimited trips per day? What do the tickets look like (meaning are they not the standard WBC cards with handwritten numbers on them like they did for us in May?) Our last visit the shuttle was $5/person round trip only, which drove us away because we liked the convenience of being able to go back home mid-afternoon for naps or snacks without having to pay again to go back out.

 

[sisterslovindisney]

The shuttle is $6 per person per day. We never used the shuttle. You have to book it at least 1 hour in advance and the times seemed very limited. I looked at getting it one day to meet up with my group about 2 pm but the next shuttle to DHS wasn't until like 5 pm.

 

[Southernswthrt]

Apologies if this has been asked already, but which towers have been most recently refurbished? I've stayed at WBC about 6-7 times over the last 6 years. For my last 2 trips this year, I was in Tower 3 and the rooms seemed more refreshed in that tower.

Last December, we were assigned a 3 BR ground floor unit in Tower 3 or Tower 2 and it was in the worst condition I'd ever seen at the resort. Closet doors off the track, mold in both showers/bathrooms, a window that had been completely painted over and peeling off, bugs throughout the unit, and worn out furniture. Needless to say, I went back to the front desk and asked for a new room. They insisted they had none available since the resort doesn't have a lot of 3 BR condos, and after repeatedly insisting on a new room, they put us in Tower 6. This room was new and had no issues.

The time after this, we were put on the first floor (2 BR Deluxe) of Tower 5 next to the maintenance area and it was loud at all times of the day and night with banging and doors slamming, etc. Also the cell reception in that room was nonexistent. We didn't ask to be moved, but I wouldn't want a room in that location again.

I've also stayed in Towers 5 and 4. I haven't stayed in 4 recently, but they were beginning to show some wear the last time I stayed there. Parkingwise, I MUCH prefer the Tower 1 to 3 side of the resort. Just wondering about the refurbishment schedule and which Tower has the cleanest, most updated rooms.

We really enjoy staying at WBC; however, we have gotten some crummy room locations on the last couple trips. I am concerned that due to our late arrival on the next trip (9-10 pm), we'll be assigned another bad room! Either way, IMO the crummiest room at BC is still nicer than most on-site resorts and a bargain as well!

Also, I don't typically use the shuttle service there, but due to our group makeup this time, some members may want to use it. Please clarify if the fee is per day or per trip. And is the schedule as frequent as it used to be? I didn't pick up a schedule on the last trip because we didn't use it. TIA

 

[ready123go]

Apologies if this has been asked already, but which towers have been most recently refurbished? I've stayed at WBC about 6-7 times over the last 6 years. For my last 2 trips this year, I was in Tower 3 and the rooms seemed more refreshed in that tower.

Last December, we were assigned a 3 BR ground floor unit in Tower 3 or Tower 2 and it was in the worst condition I'd ever seen at the resort. Closet doors off the track, mold in both showers/bathrooms, a window that had been completely painted over and peeling off, bugs throughout the unit, and worn out furniture. Needless to say, I went back to the front desk and asked for a new room. They insisted they had none available since the resort doesn't have a lot of 3 BR condos, and after repeatedly insisting on a new room, they put us in Tower 6. This room was new and had no issues.

The time after this, we were put on the first floor (2 BR Deluxe) of Tower 5 next to the maintenance area and it was loud at all times of the day and night with banging and doors slamming, etc. Also the cell reception in that room was nonexistent. We didn't ask to be moved, but I wouldn't want a room in that location again.

I've also stayed in Towers 5 and 4. I haven't stayed in 4 recently, but they were beginning to show some wear the last time I stayed there. Parkingwise, I MUCH prefer the Tower 1 to 3 side of the resort. Just wondering about the refurbishment schedule and which Tower has the cleanest, most updated rooms.

We really enjoy staying at WBC; however, we have gotten some crummy room locations on the last couple trips. I am concerned that due to our late arrival on the next trip (9-10 pm), we'll be assigned another bad room! Either way, IMO the crummiest room at BC is still nicer than most on-site resorts and a bargain as well!

Also, I don't typically use the shuttle service there, but due to our group makeup this time, some members may want to use it. Please clarify if the fee is per day or per trip. And is the schedule as frequent as it used to be? I didn't pick up a schedule on the last trip because we didn't use it. TIA

Like you, we've had spotty experiences at BC, but overall, still prefer BC to many other locations.

Right now we're in Tower 4, high floor, end unit, facing out (away from lake, not towards it). Unit is in good repair and clean (big change from our first year here, when the unit was positively filthy!). Upon check in, we were told that the tower (or maybe the unit) had been recently refurbished. It looks to be so.

Parking has not been too bad, we usually return early afternoon or evening and can find parking in the lot, as opposed to having to park in the garage.

Also, this high up we don't get too much noise. A little bit when they empty garbage dumpsters. We can live with it.

Hope that helps!

 

[eangel12]

Has anyone shipped items to WBC? I wanted to send a case of baby wipes, diapers, pull ups for toddler and swim pants ahead. How did it work for you and what address did you use?

 

[ready123go]

Has anyone shipped items to WBC? I wanted to send a case of baby wipes, diapers, pull ups for toddler and swim pants ahead. How did it work for you and what address did you use?

I did this a couple of years ago and had no problem. I picked up the parcel at the reservation desk. They knew about it. I'm guessing a note was attached to my ressie. I figure they must place a note on the reservations when the parcels come in.

Wyndham Bonnet Creek
c/o Your Name and Check-In Date
I added Reservation #
9560 Via Encinas
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

 

[eangel12]

I did this a couple of years ago and had no problem. I picked up the parcel at the reservation desk. They knew about it. I'm guessing a note was attached to my ressie. I figure they must place a note on the reservations when the parcels come in. Wyndham Bonnet Creek c/o Your Name and Check-In Date I added Reservation # 9560 Via Encinas Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Thanks!!

 

[Stafford]

I just wanted to share some terrific news! Aaron Washburn just confirmed he has booked our June trip! I am so thrilled. We were really worried that by waiting until the first of the year they might have booked up, but Aaron's price was almost half of the other quotes I had gotten, so we chanced it. I am so glad we did, it saved us a bundle!

 

[2wins]

I just wanted to share some terrific news! Aaron Washburn just confirmed he has booked our June trip! I am so thrilled. We were really worried that by waiting until the first of the year they might have booked up, but Aaron's price was almost half of the other quotes I had gotten, so we chanced it. I am so glad we did, it saved us a bundle!

Can you give me his contact info? When are you going, and how long are you staying?

 

[aubriee]

I just wanted to share some terrific news! Aaron Washburn just confirmed he has booked our June trip! I am so thrilled. We were really worried that by waiting until the first of the year they might have booked up, but Aaron's price was almost half of the other quotes I had gotten, so we chanced it. I am so glad we did, it saved us a bundle!

We used Aaron for our recent Dec trip and had a very good experience. He was cheaper than anyone else for those dates too. I wanted to use him for our March trip also, but he couldn't get all the days we needed.

 

[cocoabean1]

Are the 2 bedroom presidential units in Tower 6 or they scattered throughout all the towers?

 

[haPevraftr]

Are the 2 bedroom presidential units in Tower 6 or they scattered throughout all the towers?

All 1, 2, and 3 bdrm pres. are in tower 6

 

[2wins]

We used Aaron for our recent Dec trip and had a very good experience. He was cheaper than anyone else for those dates too. I wanted to use him for our March trip also, but he couldn't get all the days we needed.

Can you tell me which company Aaron is with? Also, can you give me his contact info.

 

[kat3668]

Can you tell me which company Aaron is with? Also, can you give me his contact info.

His company is Washburn rentals... he has removed his ad from this page, maybe he is out of points?
http://www.myresortnetwork.com/Cond...lorida/Wyndham-Bonnet-Creek-Resort&SORT=price

Found him!!!
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Washburn-Timeshare-Rentals/149097925279875

 

[2wins]

Thanks Kat3668!

 

[Stafford]

Can you give me his contact info? When are you going, and how long are you staying?

We found him on myresortnetworks, we are staying 8 nights in a 3 bedroom in June and paying $850. He has been really great so far.