The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread part2

[dizneechic]

Another difference between the deluxe vs presidential units is occupancy. The Deluxe units have sleeper sofas (accommodate 2 more), the presidentials do not.

Re the kettle:
Our 3 BR Pres did not have a tea kettle. They did however have a coffee pot in which you could brew sans coffee and get hot water (although not sure how "fresh" that would be) and also pyrex (glass) bowls wher eyou could fill one with water and heat it in the microwave (what we would do).

 

[dizneechic]

Are you sure about there being more space? I had asked the person we're renting our 3bdrm from as I was planning on paying extra for the presidential but was told the only difference was decoration and flooring. Essentially, they were otherwise the same. If they are bigger, I really would much prefer to have the presidential but we booked months ago ....

The 3bd deluxe has 1503sqft. The 3bd presidential has 1580sqft. You can view the floorplans here:

http://www.sunorsnowvacationrentals.com/UnitedStates/Florida/WyndhamBonnetCreek/

Casper, The difference in space will depend on your unit. Some of the 3BR Deluxes are 1560 feet (vs the 1503 in Attagirls's link) but some are also the 1503. Here's the Wyndham members directory link which spells it all out.
http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/wyndham/memberdirectory11-12/#/82
Honestly the worst case difference of 77sf (5% less) in a space that large is negligible IMO. At least its not worth stressing over. If you were talking 200-300sf in the 1 bedroom, maybe.

 

[Attagirl3]

Casper, The difference in space will depend on your unit. Some of the 3BR Deluxes are 1560 feet (vs the 1503 in Attagirls's link) but some are also the 1503. Here's the Wyndham members directory link which spells it all out.
http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/wyndham/memberdirectory11-12/#/82
Honestly the worst case difference of 77sf (5% less) in a space that large is negligible IMO. At least its not worth stressing over. If you were talking 200-300sf in the 1 bedroom, maybe.

Okay, this place is waaay too complicated for me. Just when I think I have it all figured out I learn something new.

 

[dizneechic]

Okay, this place is waaay too complicated for me. Just when I think I have it all figured out I learn something new.

I hear ya! I think they have just adapted the towers as they have been built and enjoy changing things up to confuse the heck out of everyone.

Heck, reading people's supply lists vs what was in our room was even different. I am SO jealous Bonnie had liquid soap and coffee filters (let alone sugars!). We brought ours from home and ordered from garden grocer (all except liquid soap ) so were covered but to see her room had some?! Anywho BC is a fabulous resort regardless of a few less/more sf room to room, or coffee filters provided or not. You can't beat the value, amenities or location!

 

[southbound]

Thankyou for all the replies!

Okay, so if there's Presidential Suites in all of the Towers not just in the newer Tower 6, does that mean them PS aren't as big as the one's in Tower 6 or are they all the same size/square foot depending on how many bedrooms your Suite has?

& Here comes a weird question.. i haven't seen a kettle in any kitchen pictures so far, so is there any way you can get hold of one at the Resort? (Us Brits love our tea )

My husband is a Brit too, and we'll be using a sauce pan (pot to us North Americans) to boil water for his tea. Coffee pots do not get the water hot enough for a proper cuppa! I thought it was a great question... never thought they wouldn't have a kettle, now we both know

 

[dizneechic]

My husband is a Brit too, and we'll be using a sauce pan (pot to us North Americans) to boil water for his tea. Coffee pots do not get the water hot enough for a proper cuppa! I thought it was a great question... never thought they wouldn't have a kettle, now we both know

FYI Our room didn't have any stove top pans, sauce, frying or otherwise. Not sure if that's the norm or if we were missing anything, but just be prepared for coming up with an alternative method just in case. The only pan we had for use on/in the stove was one metal baking dish that had a removable broiler (and was too small for a frozen pizza).

 

[Bonniec]

I am SO jealous Bonnie had liquid soap and coffee filters (let alone sugars!).

I didn't have any liquid soap. I did have a couple coffee filters and sugar packets as well as some coffee. I made a trip to Walmart and bought some stuff too, so don't go by my pics. But I never had any liquid soap except for a Mickey one I bought for my kiddo. Was it someone else's pics?

 

[dizneechic]

I didn't have any liquid soap. I did have a couple coffee filters and sugar packets as well as some coffee. I made a trip to Walmart and bought some stuff too, so don't go by my pics. But I never had any liquid soap except for a Mickey one I bought for my kiddo. Was it someone else's pics?

Ohh your right, it was mommydust. It's interesting the differences though about what's supplied in the individual rooms. Wonder if there's a rhyme or reason to it or if it's a matter of somethings replaced if the cleaning staff notices it's gone (or someone asks). Definitely keeping a list though for next time!

 

[Grumpy Grandma]

FYI Our room didn't have any stove top pans, sauce, frying or otherwise. Not sure if that's the norm or if we were missing anything, but just be prepared for coming up with an alternative method just in case. The only pan we had for use on/in the stove was one metal baking dish that had a removable broiler (and was too small for a frozen pizza).

My unit has a full set of pans .... sauce, stock, and frying .... makes no sense that all the units are not equiped the same.

 

[casper_jj11]

Thanks for the clarification on size. You're right of course, 70sq feet isn't much in the long run. I looked at the floor layouts and that was very helpful. I much prefer the layout of the presidential. We're travelling with three small kids and the grandparents and while we'd like to have the master ourselves, we'd also like to be closer to the bdrm with two beds ... not sure what we'll do there. Anyway, the lack of a sofabed is the answer for me. All three kids have done great in two doubles before (actually a double and a sofa bed) but that's when we're all crammed in the same room. The two in the double don't have a choice but get along and not poke at each other. If it doesn't work out with all three in their own room sharing two beds, I'll quickly nab one and place him/ her on the sofa bed so they all get their own bed and can't get on each others nerves. Wouldn't really be fair to just pop one on a couch... they'd end up on the floor for sure. Bottom line, we need the sofabed so deluxe it is... makes me wonder why they don't just put a sofabed in the presidential....

Ugh, and I never thought of a kettle. My dad is a die hard tea drinker. We need a kettle darn it!

 

[Invisable89]

My Dad actually said that we could buy a cheap kettle from Walmart or someplace & just bring it into the Suite & plug it in then just leave it there when we leave.

 

[JessLCH]

Presidential units are actually located in all towers. Only the 3BR Presidentials are exclusive to building 6.

I was told that the 2 bedroom presidentials are also exclusive to building 6. I hope that is correct information as it is one of the reasons we booked it.

 

[gretchenohar@hotmail]

Maybe one of you owners can answer this:

What can I do if I'm in a villa (3 bdrm Pres for us) and we find no or limited pots & pans as has been previously posted?

We're a family of 8 & plan to do plenty of cooking.

I don't mind buying my supplies and groceries, but am expecting a fully stocked kitchen (pots, pans, dishes, etc.). Don't expect to have to buy those.... A pp posted that the only pan in her kitchen was a broiler pan...

If we were to find a poorly stocked kitchen who would we call to rectify? The person we rented from or the "front desk"?

Any idea on how fast the situation would/could be remedied?

Most of the pp's seemed to just take it in stride or buy their own items if something was missing. I'm totally not buying a set of pots & pans....

It doesn't sound like there's a listing of what should be in the cupboards in the individual units. Is there someplace to verify this info?

TIA!

Gretchen

 

[southbound]

My Dad actually said that we could buy a cheap kettle from Walmart or someplace & just bring it into the Suite & plug it in then just leave it there when we leave.

When are you going? You could always leave it for someone in the 'pay it forward' bin instead of just leaving it. Buying a cheap kettle is a great idea, and you can probably get a stovetop one for five bucks. I have one that we use for camping, but I'm not going to bring it as it takes up too much room in my suitcase that I plan on filling with assorted souvenirs

 

[chuchujew]

We also took a cooler with us to the bar. Whoops, I mean pool. We're hardcore but not that hardcore.

I emailed Ken back and told him that was out of our budget which he understood. I ended up emailing VS and they came back with a $1075 which I can live with. Do they try to rebook for you closer to time like Ken does? Either way, I am happy with this price.

Anyone else going the last week in June? I am trying to convince my sister and her family to go that week too. The more the merrier!!

Would you mind telling me what size unit did u rent and for what month? Is VS has better deal then Ken. I just start planning for mid june, got a quto from VS for 8 night 2bedroom for $1478.00 Tks.

 

[Upatnoon]

Maybe one of you owners can answer this:

What can I do if I'm in a villa (3 bdrm Pres for us) and we find no or limited pots & pans as has been previously posted?

We're a family of 8 & plan to do plenty of cooking.

I don't mind buying my supplies and groceries, but am expecting a fully stocked kitchen (pots, pans, dishes, etc.). Don't expect to have to buy those.... A pp posted that the only pan in her kitchen was a broiler pan...

If we were to find a poorly stocked kitchen who would we call to rectify? The person we rented from or the "front desk"?

Any idea on how fast the situation would/could be remedied?

Most of the pp's seemed to just take it in stride or buy their own items if something was missing. I'm totally not buying a set of pots & pans....

It doesn't sound like there's a listing of what should be in the cupboards in the individual units. Is there someplace to verify this info?

TIA!

Gretchen

Every unit I have been in has been stocked with everything we've needed. However, I am not surprised if each unit does not have exactly the same items.

The owner you rented the reservation from has nothing to do with what's in the resort's cupboards. The front desk will help you with that.

I have never had to request any cooking supplies, but they have always been very quick to address any other need I've had.

 

[Upatnoon]

I was told that the 2 bedroom presidentials are also exclusive to building 6. I hope that is correct information as it is one of the reasons we booked it.

All of the 2 and 3 bedroom presidentials are in Tower 6 only.

The 4 bedroom presidentials can be found in all towers.

 

[Brian Noble]

FYI Our room didn't have any stove top pans, sauce, frying or otherwise.

sounds like a prior guest decided to furnish their kitchen. They should be well equipped. If you are missing something that you think should be there, just call the front desk, and if it is supposed to be there, they will bring you one.

 

[disney-akj]

I am super excited. We are staying here for our trip in less than 6 weeks We got such a great rate from Ken ($960 for 8 nights for a two bedroom deluxe) and he was very willing to work with our unusual number of nights which others were not. VS or no one else came close to that price.

 

[gretchenohar@hotmail]

Every unit I have been in has been stocked with everything we've needed. However, I am not surprised if each unit does not have exactly the same items.

The owner you rented the reservation from has nothing to do with what's in the resort's cupboards. The front desk will help you with that.

I have never had to request any cooking supplies, but they have always been very quick to address any other need I've had.

Thanks!