The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread part2

[TJAJ1F]

Subbing to the new thread!!! I am so excited about our upcoming Thanksgiving trip. It will be my kiddos first time in the World. LOVE this site, and thread- finding tons of invaluable info!

 

[disdream00]

Hi everyone, just wanted to thank the posters that started and have contributed to this thread (including part I) for all the wealth of information that you shared. We had a great first stay at BC, and it was made even better by all the stuff learned here.

We were there Sun Jul 10 to Sun Jul 17. Rented through ebay from “karenl757”, $649 for 7 nights, very smooth and easy process.
Followed the advice of circling the lowest income bracket on the information sheet they ask you to fill in to get the parking pass: worked like a charm since we were not asked to attend the presentation and received no calls or visits all week.

We only had 1 room request: high floor, and were granted 14th floor on Tower 4, room 1473 to be exact. We were very pleased with this location, which was a lake view room. We loved this view and being able to see all the different activities going on around the whole resort. When you looked left you could see the construction, which I did think was a bit of an eyesore, but my husband and son loved watching it from our balcony. We would have been just as pleased with the opposite view, which you could see through a big picture window as you get off the elevator. Even after seeing many pictures I was still surprised at how close Epcot really is, and you can see the MK castle in the distance too, which means 2 fireworks shows every night! We did watch them for a while a couple of nights from said window.

The room had the upgraded furniture and bedding, as well as the flat screen TVs, but no granite countertops. It was spotlessly clean, and although not perfect, we did not let the couple of issues that we encountered bother us much, and just rolled with them. What issues you ask? Well,
1. One of the 4 burners on the stove did not work.
2. The bottom dresser drawer in the second bedroom did not close the whole way, it stuck out about 2 inches.
3. This was the worst, and I promise to post a picture when my husband downloads them for me: there was a big worn, white spot on the brown couch in the living room, very noticeable and not a good first impression as you entered the room, LOL! We just covered it up with one of the bed “scarves”, and tried to forget about it.
We did notify the front desk about all this, mainly so we wouldn’t be charged for them and so it could get fixed for the next guests. They were very apologetic and offered to come up and fix or replace things, but we declined. This really did not affect our vacation, and I am only sharing here in the interest of full disclosure.

By the way, the staff was fantastic: everyone we encountered/interacted with was very friendly and helpful. We called the front desk about 4 times, and they answered the phone promptly, never had to wait on hold.
The resort was great: we used most of the pools and hot tubs, both lazy rivers, played ping pong and mini golf (the course was being refurbished but you could play 9 holes), and walked/jogged on the path around the lake. We did not use the shuttle bus, mainly because we only went to Disney 3 days out of the week. The location of the resort is absolutely great: very convenient to the parks, Downtown Disney, and the Apopka Vineland Road with all the shopping/dining options.

Even though we will still sometimes stay on-site, depending on each trip’s circumstances this is definitely a very good alternative, and we look forward to returning. Thanks again to everyone for all your help and advice.

 

[lmf70]

I have seen pictures of the rooms here with 2 fairly different looks- one definately more dated. Any rhyme or reason to this ie new building vs old building or have some been renovated and others not yet. Trying to nail down my building request. Above all we value quiet!!!
Thanks!

 

[saysay]

I have seen pictures of the rooms here with 2 fairly different looks- one definately more dated. Any rhyme or reason to this ie new building vs old building or have some been renovated and others not yet. Trying to nail down my building request. Above all we value quiet!!!
Thanks!

We went this month. All the rooms in Building 1 have been updated with new decor/colors. Alot brighter than the other rooms we stayed in the past. I was told by the desk ALL rooms in that building had been redone. It is also VERY quiet over there. There is no pool outside the door, its down the path. For that reason if you want quiet, you got it here....as not much going out outside the building.

The decor in presidential is also different than deluxe - so wondering if that is the pictures you saw differences in.

I stayed in Building 5 in may in a deluxe and not the updated decor we saw in building 1. Building 5 has the lazy river right out the door, and the Bar pool next door. I wouldn't say the decor was dated, but not as bright and fresh as the new decor in building 1.

 

[travelfanatic]

I am trying to figure out which towers to request. I wanted to give two options. I would like to be near the lazy river and a bar! I would definitely prefer an updated room, I cannot handle the polyester bedspreads! So, I am thinking towers 4 or 5?? Has tower four been refurbished, I thought so but then I read a recent post about a couch having a lot of wear on it along with some other things. To those who have stayed recently, what would you suggest? TIA for your help!!

 

[JenGC]

I have a question and please forgive me if this has been asked. Once the reservation is in your name, what is the cancellation policy? I have a 96 year old grandmother and there is a greater possibility of something happening to her than anyone else. I asked the guy I am thinking of renting his points, and he said that after the reservation is in my name, then it is between Wyndham and myself.

 

[saysay]

I am trying to figure out which towers to request. I wanted to give two options. I would like to be near the lazy river and a bar! I would definitely prefer an updated room, I cannot handle the polyester bedspreads! So, I am thinking towers 4 or 5?? Has tower four been refurbished, I thought so but then I read a recent post about a couch having a lot of wear on it along with some other things. To those who have stayed recently, what would you suggest? TIA for your help!!

For the bar/lazy river buildings 4, 5 or even 6. I stayed in 5 in May in a deluxe, its the older decor, but I wouldn't say it was outdated and our room wasn't worn like the description in the post above. I think if you WANT the lazy river and bar convenience of being outside your building or next door, don't worry about the decor. I know all the rooms in building 1 had been redone, but its a short walk to the main pool/lazy river and the Pizza bar place is one building over. Its really not a far walk at all.

As for polyester beadspreads, I would just fold it down and not use it at night.

AND REMEMBER....you are making a request, I have been to WBC 4 times now and 3 of the times our request was met, but not with our last trip, so don't count on getting your request....though I do think they try when they can.

Good luck!

 

[kaytieedid]

We have a Presidential 2 bedroom in October - are these units in every building or are they only in a particular building? We're hoping for bldg. 6.
thanks!!

 

[1GR8DISNEYFAN]

We have a Presidential 2 bedroom in October - are these units in every building or are they only in a particular building? We're hoping for bldg. 6.
thanks!!

We will be staying in a 2 BR Pres in just 11 days. (So excited!) Anyway, I was told that all 2 BR Pres are in tower 6. The other day I called WBC to confirm that our reservation had been transfered into our name and I spoke to a very nice girl. Since I know all Pres units are assigned at booking I asked if she could tell me our room #. She said she was unable to tell me our room # for security reasons, but she did say we were in tower 6, 17th floor, lake view.

 

[Janet Hill]

I have a question and please forgive me if this has been asked. Once the reservation is in your name, what is the cancellation policy? I have a 96 year old grandmother and there is a greater possibility of something happening to her than anyone else. I asked the guy I am thinking of renting his points, and he said that after the reservation is in my name, then it is between Wyndham and myself.

Only the owner can cancel the reservation and it must be done 15 or more days before check-in to get the points back.

If you were to call Wyndham to cancel how would they be able to credit the points to you - you don't have an account.

With timeshare cancellations are usually difficult, so if you are worried, trip insurance would probably be the best way to protect yourself.

 

[JenGC]

Only the owner can cancel the reservation and it must be done 15 or more days before check-in to get the points back.

If you were to call Wyndham to cancel how would they be able to credit the points to you - you don't have an account.

With timeshare cancellations are usually difficult, so if you are worried, trip insurance would probably be the best way to protect yourself.

He said that when he puts it in my name, then basically he would be taken out of the equation. Oh well, I will see what happens this trip and then decide if I will want to gamble like that again.

Thanks so much!
Jen

 

[Neil Patrick Harris]

For those of you who have booked through Ebay, generally how far out are you usually able to book? Thanks in advance.

 

[jennymac75]

We have a Presidential 2 bedroom in October - are these units in every building or are they only in a particular building? We're hoping for bldg. 6.
thanks!!

Newbie poster and longtime lurker. I was just wondering how you were able to book the 2 bedroom presidential. I am in the early planning stages for October 2012 and the 2 bedroom pres is my first choice. I have spoken to several people and most cannot book until 13 or 11 months out.

How far in advance did you book and did you have a hard time finding an available unit? I realize my trip is still over a year away, but I am soooo excited (and impatient)!!

 

[Janet Hill]

I have spoken to several people and most cannot book until 13 or 11 months out.

How far in advance did you book and did you have a hard time finding an available unit? I realize my trip is still over a year away, but I am soooo excited (and impatient)!!

13 months out is the most anyone can book. This is for owners whose home resort is BC.

 

[MamaToDavis]

Has anyone been to WBC in Jan? I'm wondering how warm they keep the pools?

 

[PoohHappens]

Eating at and around WBC? Other than a little breakfast, I really have no intention of cooking. How far a drive is it to DTD if we wanted to get some Earl of Sand or Wolfgang Puck to bring back. Also, Has anyone eaten at Harvest Grill at the Hilton. How do you park if you wanted to eat at either of those hotels? I would love any other food suggestions you may have. We are going the first week of October so will have some evenings in the room as the parks close earlier.

 

[Grumpy Grandma]

Has anyone been to WBC in Jan? I'm wondering how warm they keep the pools?

I'll be there for a week next January and would love an answer to this also.

 

[carlbarry]

Eating at and around WBC? Other than a little breakfast, I really have no intention of cooking. How far a drive is it to DTD if we wanted to get some Earl of Sand or Wolfgang Puck to bring back. Also, Has anyone eaten at Harvest Grill at the Hilton. How do you park if you wanted to eat at either of those hotels? I would love any other food suggestions you may have. We are going the first week of October so will have some evenings in the room as the parks close earlier.

It's maybe 5 minutes to DTD.

 

[dizneechic]

Newbie poster and longtime lurker. I was just wondering how you were able to book the 2 bedroom presidential. I am in the early planning stages for October 2012 and the 2 bedroom pres is my first choice. I have spoken to several people and most cannot book until 13 or 11 months out.

How far in advance did you book and did you have a hard time finding an available unit? I realize my trip is still over a year away, but I am soooo excited (and impatient)!!

Paul at Utopia World Vacations is a VIP owner at WBC (home resort) so he is able to book 13 months out. We're booked with him for Jan in a 3BR presidential.
http://www.utopiaworldvacations.com/home.php
He probably wont have anything on his site that far out but we just sent him an email with the dates we wanted and he got back to us quickly with a great rate without having to be inside the 60 day window.

 

[ash-n-brensmom]

Has anyone been to WBC in Jan? I'm wondering how warm they keep the pools?

I'll be there for a week next January and would love an answer to this also.

Ditto! Inquiring minds!! Anyone?