The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread part2

[mkpat]

Just got back from a 7 day stay in tower 2. Bonnet Creek is awesome. I will never stay at a Disney Resort ever again. Even with my 50% cast discount Bonnet Creek will always be the best deal. Thanks again to vacationupgrades.com

Seriously? We were there 3/22 thru 3/25 and although the resrt was VERY nice, and I enjoyed my stay overall, I did not enjoy the experience. By that I mean the bus schedule, the parking fees, the room not being cleaned in a timely manner (5pm and our room hadn't been cleaned?!) and the feeling that I was at Disney, but I wasn't at Disney. These issues are some of the reasons why I will probably never stay "offsite" again.

 

[teacher31]

Seriously? We were there 3/22 thru 3/25 and although the resrt was VERY nice, and I enjoyed my stay overall, I did not enjoy the experience. By that I mean the bus schedule, the parking fees, the room not being cleaned in a timely manner (5pm and our room hadn't been cleaned?!) and the feeling that I was at Disney, but I wasn't at Disney. These issues are some of the reasons why I will probably never stay "offsite" again.

I haven't stayed at WBC yet, but I don't think there is a parking fee for the condos and there isn't daily cleaning. Were you at the hotel or timeshares?

 

[carlbarry]

Seriously? We were there 3/22 thru 3/25 and although the resrt was VERY nice, and I enjoyed my stay overall, I did not enjoy the experience. By that I mean the bus schedule, the parking fees, the room not being cleaned in a timely manner (5pm and our room hadn't been cleaned?!) and the feeling that I was at Disney, but I wasn't at Disney. These issues are some of the reasons why I will probably never stay "offsite" again.

Were you perhaps at the Wyndham Grand? That is a hotel, and there is a parking fee (I stayed there in January) unlike at Wyndham Bonnet Creek's timeshare facility.

 

[BarryS]

Well, I'm about to put Vacation Strategy's change/cancellation policy to the test.

My wife started a new job and we won't be able to go to BC on the dates we originally booked for our September trip.

I'll post again with the results of my change request (but I'm sure they will handle it with no problem).

 

[danjoealexis3006]

Are there any good restaurants around Bonnet Creek that are not disney? Just wondering if anyone would be willing to share their favorites?

 

[mkpat]

Were you perhaps at the Wyndham Grand? That is a hotel, and there is a parking fee (I stayed there in January) unlike at Wyndham Bonnet Creek's timeshare facility.

We stayed at the Grand. It was for a 2 hour timeshare presentation, which was very educational and mildy entertaining. I was surprised at the "no pressure" tactics of our guide. I told him I wasn't interested and he left it at that; no bugging the crap out of you or getting the managers. As I said, the property was beautiful, but I prefer the "Disney bubble"...

 

[MinnieTeacher]

Just got my e-mail confirmation from redweeks4less (ebay). Called the
Bonnet Creek front desk and confirmed my reservation for June and everything was set and ready!! The purchase went very smooth with no problems! I also made my room request for a fireworks view high floor in a renovated room. He said all towers were renovated except tower 3. So excited!! Hurry up June 10th!!!

 

[kvnchapman]

Well, I'm about to put Vacation Strategy's change/cancellation policy to the test.

My wife started a new job and we won't be able to go to BC on the dates we originally booked for our September trip.

I'll post again with the results of my change request (but I'm sure they will handle it with no problem).

Let us know what happens. And congrats to your DW on the job! Off topic, I see you stayed at BlueGreen's The Fountains last October... do you mind sharing your thoughts? TIA!

 

[carlbarry]

We stayed at the Grand. It was for a 2 hour timeshare presentation, which was very educational and mildy entertaining. I was surprised at the "no pressure" tactics of our guide. I told him I wasn't interested and he left it at that; no bugging the crap out of you or getting the managers. As I said, the property was beautiful, but I prefer the "Disney bubble"...

I stayed there in December on a similar promotion, except offered to me as a Wyndham owner. What was funny was, I told her I had bought 49,000 points on ebay for $100. She said, "Well, I guess I won't be selling you anything." But in a few minutes was trying to sell me 63,000 points for if memory serves $11,000!!!!! When I passed, the next salesweasel wanted to sell me a vacation for $200 a night. I declined. He kept jumping out of his seat and saying, "You just don't get it! Why can't you understand? You have to think differently! This is a great deal!"
That being said, I stayed there for the 3 nights, and then moved to Old Key West for 5 nights. As nice as Bonnet Creek was, I was much happier at Old Key West.

 

[Tracey123]

Are there any good restaurants around Bonnet Creek that are not disney? Just wondering if anyone would be willing to share their favorites?

We like Bahama Breeze, Bonefish Grill, Outback & Miller Ale House. They are all located about 10-15 minutes from BC and most of them have call ahead seating. Miller's is very casual, but good food in a fun setting. We like Bahama Breeze because it feels like your on vacation and they usually have some type of live music!

 

[BarryS]

Let us know what happens. And congrats to your DW on the job! Off topic, I see you stayed at BlueGreen's The Fountains last October... do you mind sharing your thoughts? TIA!

Vacation Strategy gave me a new quote for our new dates - no questions asked! And the new quote was about $4/night less to boot!

The Fountains is a beautiful resort. It's on I-Drive near Sea World and about halfway between WDW and Universal. So if you're hitting other parks besides WDW, it's a great location. But, if you're just doing WDW like we were, it's about a 15-20min drive (which is why I wanted to try BC this time).

We stayed in an enormous Presidential Suite (~2700 sq ft I think) with me, DW, DD2, DD1, my parents, and four of our friends. It had 3BR, 3BA, 2 separate living rooms (w/sleeper sofas), full kitchen, dining room with large table, and a screened-in balcony with an outdoor kitchen w/grill and dining table.

Very nice resort and we're totally spoiled because of that trip! We didn't spent too much time around the resort, but they have a couple pools and one has a water slide. There are a couple of restaurants on site, and a Benihana literally next door. I saw some shuttles, but we rented a van so I can't comment on them.

I would definitely stay there again if we were going to hit Universal or Sea World.

 

[trolleyfanma]

Can anyone tell me if the rooms have vacuums in them?
TIA

 

[pigletto]

Can anyone tell me if the rooms have vacuums in them?
TIA

I am pretty sure I read that there is no vacuum but that there is a carpet sweeper. I am pretty sure it was BC I read that about, but I spent so much time researching different places I could be wrong.

 

[Gru]

I am thinking of staying here this August. I have never rented a timeshare before and I have a few questions....
Do you have to rent the inner tubes for the lazy river?
Are basic toiletries included (shampoo, soap, TP) or do you need to bring your own?
Has anyone used Vacation Strategy? I am worried about paying and recieving a confirmation, and then arriving there and finding my reservation was cancelled.....

Thanks for your help!

 

[MapleGirl]

I am thinking of staying here this August. I have never rented a timeshare before and I have a few questions....
Do you have to rent the inner tubes for the lazy river?
Are basic toiletries included (shampoo, soap, TP) or do you need to bring your own?
Has anyone used Vacation Strategy? I am worried about paying and recieving a confirmation, and then arriving there and finding my reservation was cancelled.....

Thanks for your help!

Hi Gru,
You do not have the rent the tubes for the lazy river. They just float along and you pick one up.

I have a question for everyone building off Gru's toiletries question. I seem to recall reading that toiletries are provided and that they are a nice brand. Can some one confirm this and tell me what brand they are? I could be mistaken and blurring my resorts.

 

[my3kids143]

Hi Gru,
You do not have the rent the tubes for the lazy river. They just float along and you pick one up.

I have a question for everyone building off Gru's toiletries question. I seem to recall reading that toiletries are provided and that they are a nice brand. Can some one confirm this and tell me what brand they are? I could be mistaken and blurring my resorts.

The toiletry brand is True Blue Spa.

 

[MapleGirl]

The toiletry brand is True Blue Spa.

Thanks!

 

[budafam]

Will there be enough shampoo/conditioners/etc. for a week stay or can you get more? Just wondering if I need to pack some of my own or rely on their stock. TIA!

 

[DawnM]

We have sat through similar.

My response, "Yeah, I don't get it, you idiot......I just can't THINK of spending 10 times MORE for my vacation than I just did!"

What did you get in return for being treated like crap? Did you get some tickets or something?

Dawn

I stayed there in December on a similar promotion, except offered to me as a Wyndham owner. What was funny was, I told her I had bought 49,000 points on ebay for $100. She said, "Well, I guess I won't be selling you anything." But in a few minutes was trying to sell me 63,000 points for if memory serves $11,000!!!!! When I passed, the next salesweasel wanted to sell me a vacation for $200 a night. I declined. He kept jumping out of his seat and saying, "You just don't get it! Why can't you understand? You have to think differently! This is a great deal!"
That being said, I stayed there for the 3 nights, and then moved to Old Key West for 5 nights. As nice as Bonnet Creek was, I was much happier at Old Key West.

 

[DawnM]

I have been doing a bit of research on booking for our next trip, which I HOPE will be in November. We are waiting for Dh's job to figure out when they are sending him.

Anyway, Vacation Strategy seems to be the best deal. They quoted me $625 for the week including taxes (7 nights) for a 2 bedroom. This actually seemed low to me as I was expecting around $139/night plus tax. But I am NOT complaining!

Is this about as good as I will see price wise?