The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread part2

[MK2010]

Have you looked into booking with Vacation Strategy? They only charged us a $150 deposit and the balance is due 30-50 days before check in.

I haven't checked them out, but I will now! Thanks!

 

[TnTWalter]

Also, doesn't anyone have pictures of a regular old 2BR deluxe? Everything I see here is about 3 and 4BR Presidential. I want to know what a regular suite looks like so badly.

Here are some pics from our 2 bedroom deluxe last April. We were in Building 4. Not high enough for fireworks but same side of building.

View:

from entry:

dining table:

kitchen:

couch:

shuffle board right by grills ... great for playing while waiting for dinner...just get the equipment at the main building...

picnic area right by building [grills and shuffleboard right here too]....

tubes for lazy river...right there by your building....

river:

hot tub....

building 4 pool, bar:

pirate pool building 5 [next door].

Here's what to look for when you're driving to it...

 

[Cdn Gal]

Thanks for the great pics, they are wonderful!

 

[2goofykiddos]

How would we request a fireworks view and when would be the best time to request it?

We are doing a "split stay" 3 nights in a 3 bedroom, 3 in the presidential 4 bdrm.

Very excited. The thread is very helpful!

Thanks!

 

[anl]

We just booked a 2 bdrm delux for Thanksgiving week! I'm so excited! Also, nervous b/c we always stay onsite. I've just realized that we need more space and it will make everyone much happier on our trip if we aren't all on top of each other. We drive, so I'm not worried about any of that...just scared of the unknown I guess.

So I will be stalking this thread for the next months or so!

I'm looking for suggestions on what to request...The main thing I'm concerned with not having to walk a mile to get to and from our car everyday. I'm also thinking I would like to be close to main building since that's where is seems a lot of activites are??? Opinions?

 

[Echo queen]

We just booked a 2 bdrm delux for Thanksgiving week! I'm so excited! Also, nervous b/c we always stay onsite. I've just realized that we need more space and it will make everyone much happier on our trip if we aren't all on top of each other. We drive, so I'm not worried about any of that...just scared of the unknown I guess.

So I will be stalking this thread for the next months or so!

I'm looking for suggestions on what to request...The main thing I'm concerned with not having to walk a mile to get to and from our car everyday. I'm also thinking I would like to be close to main building since that's where is seems a lot of activites are??? Opinions?

Welcome, there is parking around all of the buildings. The requests are just that requests not at all set in stone and many have mentioned not given often.
You will love your stay there. Happy planning

 

[VickiVM]

We just booked a 2 bdrm delux for Thanksgiving week! I'm so excited! Also, nervous b/c we always stay onsite. I've just realized that we need more space and it will make everyone much happier on our trip if we aren't all on top of each other. We drive, so I'm not worried about any of that...just scared of the unknown I guess.

So I will be stalking this thread for the next months or so!

I'm looking for suggestions on what to request...The main thing I'm concerned with not having to walk a mile to get to and from our car everyday. I'm also thinking I would like to be close to main building since that's where is seems a lot of activites are??? Opinions?

In 2010 we were in bldg 5 on 12th floor with fireworks view. We somehow always found parking in the parking garage right by the building and usually right at the entrance of the parking garage which is steps away from the entrance to the resort.

We requested this view, btw.

And don't sweat the unknown...you'll never want to go back to cramped, one bedroom, one bathroom resorts ever again! We were ecstatic about all the space we had. We packed less because we could throw in a load of laundry. We spent less on food because we could keep a good amount of groceries on hand. No scheduling showers and morning bathroom time because of the 2 bathrooms. My kids were thrilled!!

 

[anl]

Thanks! I may not even request and just get what we get.

I'm really looking forward to having a washer and dryer...lol. I hate coming home with tons of dirty laundry!

We're driving from Texas too!

 

[Bellamouse]

I apologize if this has been answered. I'm here now and the coffee machine uses the cone shaped filters. They include a few paper ones along with the metal one but only 3 or 4.

I am in a 2BR deluxe with a fireworks view in Building 4. I will try to take photos and upload them sometime during our stay. The unit we have is not updated. Overall it's a nice unit. As someone mentioned earlier, the couch is looking worn. It's a faux leather and on the front of the arms the the color is wearing off revealing the white fabric below. It doesn't look great but it's not a deal breaker for me.

I don't recall seeing this anywhere but I was surprised at all the children's activities they have scheduled around the resort. Granted, we're here at a busy time (March). When we arrived there was an amazing balloon artist in the lobby to entertain the kids while we checked in. They have scheduled face painting, treasure hunts, bounce house, movies on the lawn, hip hop dance lessons for teens, the list goes on and on.

I'll try to update again once we've been longer. So far it's been great!

Thank you so much for your response! Very helpful. I can't wait to hear more about your time at WBC and see pictures! Thank you for taking the time to respond!! Hope you're having a GREAT time!!!

 

[Bellamouse]

Here are some pics from our 2 bedroom deluxe last April. We were in Building 4. Not high enough for fireworks but same side of building.

Thanks for the FAB pictures!!! Especially the signs to look for.... that is super helpful! Looks awesome! Thank you for taking the time to post for me!

 

[Qtbugg]

Hi all,
One week until we arrive for our first stay at WBC, can't wait! I loved reading through this thread and will share photos upon return.

 

[gretchenohar@hotmail]

Have a great time, Qtbugg! Looking forward to your pics!

 

[lzmom_of_twins]

Thanks so much for posting pics! We will be there May 5th.. I cant wait!!!!!

 

[wdwmom0f3]

How many in your family? If you can, why not just get a room at the Values for the two nights.

Your family will thank you over and over again once they arrive and realize they have so much space! My daughters took over the 2nd bedroom like it was their own personal apt. In fact my 14 year old enjoyed hanging out in the room so much she passed on joining me, my son and my 12 year old daughter spending the evening at MK and hung out with my husband while he cooked for us. My poor son (the 16 year old) had the pull out bed...story of his life. But he said it wasn't too bad.

The extra space really helps de-stressing a high-octane vacation that WDW tends to be. I've always thought of myself as a WDW resort snob...7 visits @ Yacht Club, Dolphin, Villas @ Beach Club (rented points), Villas @ Boardwalk (also rented points), Carribean Resort and 3 times @ Riverside - but never again unless I have money to burn.

I have thought about the value resort for those two nights and I have also looked into The Grand hotel there at BC. That may be easier since its right there. I have also considered checking other rates with other places again and to see if they have anything for the entire week, but this rate can't be beat. Not sure what to do at this point except wait and pray those two days open up.

I can't tell you how excited we are about the extra space too. I have always been a Disney resort only snob myself, but I am over that now. I saw for myself in May where Bonnet Creek was located and every time we drove by I thought we have got to try it just once to see. Ever since then I have read more and more about it and it just makes me want to stay there even more.

 

[Beccabunny]

Does anyone have pictures of the lazy river and zero entry pool near the main building? I'm wondering if it looks as nice as the area over by buildings 5 and 6.

 

[skateshome]

Here's a dirty subject.....

Smoking.

Are there any designated areas at BC?

Asking for a "friend".

 

[1mama2three]

We were originally booked at the Poly for our vacation in late May, but I kept feeding my addiction to the message boards & came across this thread. After researching it for a while, my husband and I decided just to go ahead and switch to staying at Bonnet Creek when we saw that we could get a 2 BR for around $100 a night.

We just couldn't warrant the extra expense for staying on-site. Plus, we've decided to use the extra money to stay an additional week & get annual passes for everyone. That way we'll be able to plan another trip to come back in 2013. The kids were WAY more excited about having their own bedroom than about staying on the monorail...go figure.

We haven't stayed at BC yet, but I have a feeling we'll never want to go back to staying on-site. I won't want to give up the extra space or the washer/dryer.

After booking BC last night, I had my first good night of sleep where I didn't wake up thinking/hoping for Disney discounts or pin codes. Ahhh...felt so nice.

 

[Beemitchcowski]

We were originally booked at the Poly for our vacation in late May, but I kept feeding my addiction to the message boards & came across this thread. After researching it for a while, my husband and I decided just to go ahead and switch to staying at Bonnet Creek when we saw that we could get a 2 BR for around $100 a night.

We just couldn't warrant the extra expense for staying on-site. Plus, we've decided to use the extra money to stay an additional week & get annual passes for everyone. That way we'll be able to plan another trip to come back in 2013. The kids were WAY more excited about having their own bedroom than about staying on the monorail...go figure.

We haven't stayed at BC yet, but I have a feeling we'll never want to go back to staying on-site. I won't want to give up the extra space or the washer/dryer.

After booking BC last night, I had my first good night of sleep where I didn't wake up thinking/hoping for Disney discounts or pin codes. Ahhh...felt so nice.

Good for YOU! We booked our first trip to Bonnet Creek as well....we will be there shortly before you! We have only stayed offsite..so I really can't compare the onsite/offsite....but when we went last and stayed at Windsor Hills...my son LOVED having his own bedroom...tv..and bathroom! He loved being able to go in his own room and have "quiet time"..watching a movie in his bed..it was his way of resting!

I have been going on YOUTUBE and watching resort tours of onsite/offsite accomodations...looking at the Poly rooms..Contemporary..Beach Club..the values...the....Caribbean Beach..yadda yadda...and haven't been all that impressed with the look of the rooms..Poly looked very dark....the grounds look gorgeous though...but anyone can vist and spend a day on the grounds (not the pools...I know)...but still!

 

[MK2010]

We're driving from Texas too!

We're driving too! 24 hours and 4 kids! Oh yay! But 12 days in the World is worth it. Now, where DID I put that vacation money?

 

[Beemitchcowski]

I have thought about the value resort for those two nights and I have also looked into The Grand hotel there at BC. That may be easier since its right there. I have also considered checking other rates with other places again and to see if they have anything for the entire week, but this rate can't be beat. Not sure what to do at this point except wait and pray those two days open up.

I can't tell you how excited we are about the extra space too. I have always been a Disney resort only snob myself, but I am over that now. I saw for myself in May where Bonnet Creek was located and every time we drove by I thought we have got to try it just once to see. Ever since then I have read more and more about it and it just makes me want to stay there even more.

We stayed at Windsor HIlls during our last visit..we enjoyed ourselves...but we kept on looking at the Bonnet Creek sign (well..I did) I did some research on here for our last trip and considered it but I was worried about the whole "timeshare" thing...but since I have read some great tips..and I know how we can get past it! Plus we are checking in late in the evening...so those people should be gone!

Great to know that another "resort snob" is considering Bonnet Creek! I just wouldn't go on the "Disney Resorts" part of this board and announce it!