The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread part2

[JayhawkFans]

Katallo --- so sorry to hear that things weren't up to par on your recent trip. We would be first timers so we have nothing to compare against which may or may not work in our favor.

Curious to know what people think about the beds in the 2 b/r units. Are they good quality beds? That is a must have for DH .. I could sleep on the ground if it meant being at WDW but have to pamper him a bit since WDW is my choice of vacation destination.

 

[JayhawkFans]

Or order from GardenGrocer or WeGoShop. They'll deliver And it will be there waiting on you. So nice not to have to fight the grocery store and let someone else do it.

OOH ... great idea .. we had previously not used their services b/c we were staying at Windsor Palms and a bit trickier to coordinate such a service but I'm assuming it's easier at WBC?

We are among the odd ones who actually don't mind Walmart .. we found it to be deserted last year when we arrived at 11:30 p.m. but we also didn't have the stress of worrying about check-in since the condo we stayed at in Windsor Palms was an easy check-in having stayed there before we knew what to expect.

 

[gretchenohar@hotmail]

Or order from GardenGrocer or WeGoShop. They'll deliver And it will be there waiting on you. So nice not to have to fight the grocery store and let someone else do it.

Now that sounds like a plan!

 

[budafam]

What building would you recommend for a good fireworks view? I know they don't really honor requests but I figure it can't hurt to try

 

[saysay]

What building would you recommend for a good fireworks view? I know they don't really honor requests but I figure it can't hurt to try

4 or 5 for sure, not sure about buildings 1, 2 or 3....... I just ask for "high floor in building with Fireworks view". Gotten high floor in building 5 2 of the times....other time was a Golf Course view in building 2......hey it was nice too

 

[katallo]

That's terrible, Katallo.

I hope you were able to enjoy the other parts of your vacation (and I'm sure you did judging by your comments on the pools/outside areas).

Hopefully they'll get their act together and put some real effort into the refurbishments - or I'm afraid it will affect future guest rentals. I'll be waiting to hear more news about the upkeep, but we're already locked into our June/July rental.

Thanks for posting and keeping us advised.

We enjoyed spending time with friends! We have stayed at BC many times and this was the first time we had issues. Whoever cleaned our condo must have used the wrong product for glass. Front desk's response was "the unit was just cleaned." Everything was smeared, so we bought Windex and that took care of it. Overall, management just seemed to not be interested in taking care of problems. When we call about the lack of power, we were told "just hit the reset button". Hopefully, things will improve

 

[lzmom_of_twins]

Quick question... are there bars near the pools?? Not that Im an alcoholic but I sure love having a foo foo drink by the pool

 

[mom2m2j]

Are you a Prime member? If so upgrades can be had about 2 weeks out, if available. Just a thought...

We are not, but upgrading to their Platinum membership for at least a year to see how that works for us, thanks to your tip. Didn't know about that membership until you posted this.

Thanks!

 

[nancy155]

We are not, but upgrading to their Platinum membership for at least a year to see how that works for us, thanks to your tip. Didn't know about that membership until you posted this.

Thanks!

You are welcome! Hope it works out well for you.

 

[Tracey123]

Quick question... are there bars near the pools?? Not that Im an alcoholic but I sure love having a foo foo drink by the pool

There's a bar by tower 4/5. I think that they have one by tower 6 as well and the new hotel. The bar by tower 4 has music too!

I think there may be a bar by tower 2 b/c I heard music coming from over there. We walked over once to check out the slide, but my kids couldn't go on it...they were too little.

 

[dizneechic]

Quick question... are there bars near the pools?? Not that Im an alcoholic but I sure love having a foo foo drink by the pool

There was one right next door to the pirate pool at building 6. We never stopped in (but walked past) and on Friday night could hear the music from up in our room.

 

[AeroKU]

Booked a 2 Room Condo for 11/11-11/18. Last time we stayed at Saratoga Springs, which was really nice. How does WBC compare? We will have a 5yr old, 3yr old and a 1yr old and will be going to the parks every day. How is the shuttle service? Any other tips for WBC first timers?

 

[Rosebud123]

What building would you recommend for a good fireworks view? I know they don't really honor requests but I figure it can't hurt to try

We're in bldg. 2, 5th floor. Gorgeous view of the lake, the main building/pool, and two sets of fireworks! This building goes up to 9 floors. I'm guessing higher floors would have an even better view of the fireworks (although I'm totally happy with ours!). Love building 2!!!

 

[saysay]

Quick question... are there bars near the pools?? Not that Im an alcoholic but I sure love having a foo foo drink by the pool

There are bars by Pool at building 4 and the pizza place and pool iwth blue slide by building 2 or 3. You can also go to the hotel. Lots of options, though you know its resort drink prices.

 

[nancy155]

There are bars by Pool at building 4 and the pizza place and pool iwth blue slide by building 2 or 3. You can also go to the hotel. Lots of options, though you know its resort drink prices.

I hear you about the "resort drink prices". I plan to pick up some wine or bring my own from home. One can alway bring a plastic container to place their adult beverage in to head to the pool!

 

[MichelleRenee76]

Every morning I get up at the crack of dawn..like 5 am and have a cup of coffee on my porch and a couple of smokes... I have been like this for years..

Where can I do this at BC?

Can you smoke at the balcony?

 

[nancy155]

Every morning I get up at the crack of dawn..like 5 am and have a cup of coffee on my porch and a couple of smokes... I have been like this for years..

Where can I do this at BC?

Can you smoke at the balcony?

I have heard you will be able to do this on your own balcony at WBC. Enjoy.. I remember those mornings still, and I finally was able to quit smoking almost two years ago! Was quite the challenge.

 

[MichelleRenee76]

I have heard you will be able to do this on your own balcony at WBC. Enjoy.. I remember those mornings still, and I finally was able to quit smoking almost two years ago! Was quite the challenge.

Thank you!
Even when I was working and traveled for professional development.. I went go find a church parking lot or something and take a morning break.

It is hard to quit,especially because you dont consume enough nicotine to need patches, etc

 

[livndisney]

I have heard you will be able to do this on your own balcony at WBC. Enjoy.. I remember those mornings still, and I finally was able to quit smoking almost two years ago! Was quite the challenge.

Can someone confirm if smoking on the balconies is allowed at WBC? With all the medical issues we have, this would be a deal breaker for us.

 

[verlee]

Can someone confirm if smoking on the balconies is allowed at WBC? With all the medical issues we have, this would be a deal breaker for us.

There are ash trays on the balconies So I assume it is allowed. That said, we never saw anyone smoking on their balcony