The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread part2

[kchristopher]

Perfect! Thank you!!

no prob. if it works for you, maybe you could post it back as a link so others can just click on it.

 

[DCTooTall]

Thanks. You just answered one of my questions. DH was afraid that the elevators would be too slow, especially with the large number of stories in each tower. He doesn't want to spend half of his vacation waiting for an elevator.

However, how many elevators are in each tower?

Also, is there a common area where you can watch the fireworks. We wouldn't mind a non-fireworks room (we'd probably prefer a lower floor room) if we could view fireworks from a common area...maybe poolside or someplace like it.

Also, I heard they sometimes put out the bouncing moonwalks. How often do they put them out?

As always, many thanks.

Some of the older towers (1,2, and 3) which are smaller have fewer elevators than sme of the newer towers, which are taller. I've stayed in Towers 3, 5, and 6. Tower 3 had 3 elevators, 5 had 4, and 6 (the tallest) had 6 elevators.

Overall, I've never waited more than a minute or two for an elevator, even during busier times.


as for Common firework view locations, i've heard that they will open up the Presidential Unit model in Tower 1 during fireworks sometimes for people to see the fireworks. There is supposedly also a lounge in Tower 6 for Presidential and/or VIP guests.

Beyond that, There really isn't a common area, but I know some people will go to their elevator windows to watch them. You can also see some of the higher fireworks from the tower 2/3 pool area.

This may have been posted before but I can't remember.....

Is there an in room safe? If so, what type....key or number keypad? Also, how large is it?

It's a small hotel type room safe. Number Keypad style.

 

[sorul82?]

Link for activities June-Aug 2012

https://www.wyndhamvacationresorts.com/ffrweb/pdfs/BonnetCreek_AG.pdf

 

[mom2m2j]

Enjoyed a great stay last week in room 302 (1 Bedroom) in the main building. Has the largest balcony in that building. Rooms are only on the 3rd & 4th floor. We arrived at 10AM to check in, our room was not ready until almost 4PM. We had 2 coolers that they held for us so we could get them out of the heat, also placed some takeout containers in the frig. Very easy and convienant for us. My only issue was hearing the people above us at all hours. We sleep with a sound machine so the noise from the pool was not a problem, but someone jumping up & down above us at midnight was.

We didn't get to enjoy the resort pools as much as we had planned due to the weather. We did make our way around the lake so my kids could slide, swim, and/or float in them all at least once.

Used the transportation 1st 2 days, decided to drive after having to wait in the rain for our bus from Epcot and seeing lots of rain forecasted for the rest of the week. Was standing room only when we got on, thankfully an elderly gentleman moved his granddaughter to his lap so I could sit and hold my youngest. The bus was full the 1st morning, 2nd morning not everyone was able to get on the 8AM bus.

A tip for securing the balcony slider, I unscrewed the broom from it's handle. The handle fit perfectly to keep my youngest from unlocking the door and opening it.

Pics of our view & room are here: https://picasaweb.google.com/rmporrett/BonnetCreekRoom302View#

 

[harvey]

Enjoyed a great stay last week in room 302 (1 Bedroom) in the main building. Has the largest balcony in that building. Rooms are only on the 3rd & 4th floor. We arrived at 10AM to check in, our room was not ready until almost 4PM. We had 2 coolers that they held for us so we could get them out of the heat, also placed some takeout containers in the frig. Very easy and convienant for us. My only issue was hearing the people above us at all hours. We sleep with a sound machine so the noise from the pool was not a problem, but someone jumping up & down above us at midnight was.

We didn't get to enjoy the resort pools as much as we had planned due to the weather. We did make our way around the lake so my kids could slide, swim, and/or float in them all at least once.

Used the transportation 1st 2 days, decided to drive after having to wait in the rain for our bus from Epcot and seeing lots of rain forecasted for the rest of the week. Was standing room only when we got on, thankfully an elderly gentleman moved his granddaughter to his lap so I could sit and hold my youngest. The bus was full the 1st morning, 2nd morning not everyone was able to get on the 8AM bus.

A tip for securing the balcony slider, I unscrewed the broom from it's handle. The handle fit perfectly to keep my youngest from unlocking the door and opening it.

Pics of our view & room are here: https://picasaweb.google.com/rmporrett/BonnetCreekRoom302View#

We were there the same time I wondered if there were rooms in the main building...I saw lots of time share presenters and families on the balconies, but didn't know if there were guest rooms as well. We also didn't have a good experience with the buses, so not sure what's up with that. Wish we'd had better weather to enjoy the pools more. BTW, we were in Tower 2, and I can see our room in some of your pics

 

[nancy155]

Pics of our view & room are here: https://picasaweb.google.com/rmporrett/BonnetCreekRoom302View#[/QUOTE]

Nice photos! Thanks. LOVE Your balcony!!!

 

[haPevraftr]

We are staying in a 3 bdrm presidential. I love using a balcony to eat meals. Do the 3 bdrm pres. balconies have anything more than chairs and side tables?

 

[Echo queen]

We are staying in a 3 bdrm presidential. I love using a balcony to eat meals. Do the 3 bdrm pres. balconies have anything more than chairs and side tables?

It has a table with 4 chairs and 3 to 4 chairs with side tables. We ate breakfast out there in the mornings.

 

[Candleshoe]

It's been a tough decision! It was between a 1BR BC and a 2BR/2Bath at Windsor Hills. That 2nd bath was quite a draw!!

I also read a bunch of TripAdvisor reviews that had me concerned. One said that BC had salt water pools!!! One said that the showers are not very hot -- I really need hot showers.

I still haven't heard about that one. I just think that if it's true, that folks wouldn't be staying tehre.

And finally about the fact that the a/c turns off randomly.

Does anyone have recent information about the pools, the showers (are they really just lukewarm?!) and the a/c?

 

[harvey]

It's been a tough decision! It was between a 1BR BC and a 2BR/2Bath at Windsor Hills. That 2nd bath was quite a draw!!

I also read a bunch of TripAdvisor reviews that had me concerned. One said that BC had salt water pools!!! One said that the showers are not very hot -- I really need hot showers.

I still haven't heard about that one. I just think that if it's true, that folks wouldn't be staying tehre.

And finally about the fact that the a/c turns off randomly.

Does anyone have recent information about the pools, the showers (are they really just lukewarm?!) and the a/c?

We've stayed at WH 3 times in townhomes. It's a nice resort, but doesn't have the same atmosphere at BC. Just one pool and slide, although if you're staying in one of the condos, you'll be close to it. Using your own vehicle, you can get to the parks faster than using the buses at BC. It's more like a neighborhood, not a resort. It's very quiet and private if that's what you're into. We enjoyed all our stays there and will likely stay there again sometime.

I believe there is only one salt water pool at the main building at BC, also has a splash pad and lazy river. It was my favorite pool at BC. That water doesn't leave you feeling chlorinated, lol. I loved it. You can bring the inner tubes from the lazy river over and float to your hearts content. It's a large pool and a lovely area.

Our showers were wicked hot. SAme for the tub, the kitchen sink, kids bath, and laundry. Never had an issue with ac turning off, but there are folks on this thread who can tell you how to override it if it does.

IME, Tripadvisor should be taken with a grain of salt. We've stayed at several places in the US that received negative comments and had a great time.

WH or BC are both wonderful places, either one would make an awesome vacation spot near Disney. Sometimes it's best to just make a list of what is most important to you and find the place that matches it, hold your breath and leap. You're going to Disney afterall....

 

[marshallandcartersmo]

is there a Tower closer to a lazy river?? DS's love lazy rivers! thanks

I also don't really understand Towers and locations. If you could request a Tower w/fireworks view, that was close to a lazy river...which would you choose (if that even exists, lol)

thanks

I got a rate of $100 a night for 11/3-11/7 for a 1 bedroom through Vacation Upgrades...is that about the norm??

 

[harvey]

is there a Tower closer to a lazy river?? DS's love lazy rivers! thanks

I also don't really understand Towers and locations. If you could request a Tower w/fireworks view, that was close to a lazy river...which would you choose (if that even exists, lol)

thanks

I got a rate of $100 a night for 11/3-11/7 for a 1 bedroom through Vacation Upgrades...is that about the norm??

There are rivers at the Main Building where you check in and at Tower 5. There are fireworks views in Tower 5, but you may need to be need to be facing the parking lot (except way up high).

Honestly, it takes like 5 minutes to walk to any pool from any location...and all the pools offer fun stuff to do. You'll want to check them all out.

Can't help with your rate as we rented a 2 bedroom deluxe thru a local travel agent.

 

[pandamom]

Does anyone have recent information about the pools, the showers (are they really just lukewarm?!) and the a/c?

We were there last week and had no issues with hot water or A/C -- in fact I kept turning A/C the temp up because I was too cold.

 

[sorul82?]

Has anyone attended the timeshare presentation recently? Did they offer anything good? Free tickets? Cash?

 

[mom2m2j]

I also read a bunch of TripAdvisor reviews that had me concerned. One said that BC had salt water pools!!! One said that the showers are not very hot -- I really need hot showers.

I still haven't heard about that one. I just think that if it's true, that folks wouldn't be staying tehre.

And finally about the fact that the a/c turns off randomly.

Does anyone have recent information about the pools, the showers (are they really just lukewarm?!) and the a/c?

LOVE salt water pools (have one at home!), the only issue I had with the shower was a weak mist that you can not adjust. Water saving I guess. The water in all sinks and the shower was VERY hot. Spoiled me because mine at home takes so long to get hot.

I never had issues with the AC, but you can override the motion sensor by pressing & holding F/C button on the left side of thermostat, once "6P" apprears in display, unit is on override. I had this written in my notes from a previous post in case I needed it.

 

[thelionqueen]

I got a rate of $100 a night for 11/3-11/7 for a 1 bedroom through Vacation Upgrades...is that about the norm??

That seems a bit high but it is over a weekend which I know increases the cost.

We got a 2br with Vacation strategies at roughly the same time frame for approx $94 (average cost per night). If I did the math right, we are paying $75 per night weekday and $120 per night weekend. But these rates are for a 2br which is why your rate for a 1br seems a bit high. Irregardless .....$100 a night is a great rate!!

 

[dsmith72]

My husband and I did the timeshare presentation last week because it was $125 AMEX gift card. The lady said when we checked in just show up any morning at 8:15 and if you say no it will be about 1 1/2 hours, if you say yes it will be about 2 hours. We showed up on one of our resort days, you had to have an appt., they squeezed us in but we were there for about 2 hours and even though we said no, the guy said think about it and come back and then I will give your gift. We came back and they kept us another hour. They started with a price of around $40,000 and kept giving us different offers until it was a price of only $7500. We still didn't buy, but at least we got the money. If we ever do that again, we will come in stronger with our no!

 

[LadyBeBop]

They started with a price of around $40,000 and kept giving us different offers until it was a price of only $7500. We still didn't buy, but at least we got the money.

That sounds about right for a timeshare offer. They probably offered you what it would be for a four bedroom Presidential during high season. $7,500 will probably get you a one or two bedroom during regular season every other year. When we bought retail at Wyndham about 12 years ago, I think we paid $4K for points every other year.

For $125, we may do the presentation. We still have over a year to think about it.

 

[dancin Disney style]

My husband and I did the timeshare presentation last week because it was $125 AMEX gift card. The lady said when we checked in just show up any morning at 8:15 and if you say no it will be about 1 1/2 hours, if you say yes it will be about 2 hours. We showed up on one of our resort days, you had to have an appt., they squeezed us in but we were there for about 2 hours and even though we said no, the guy said think about it and come back and then I will give your gift. We came back and they kept us another hour. They started with a price of around $40,000 and kept giving us different offers until it was a price of only $7500. We still didn't buy, but at least we got the money. If we ever do that again, we will come in stronger with our no!

Heck, for $125 I'd sit through the presentation. I might consider it...we arrive on June 30th and the next day is a free day to get groceries and get settled.

 

[marshallandcartersmo]

I got a rate of $100 a night for 11/3-11/7 for a 1 bedroom through Vacation Upgrades...is that about the norm??

That seems a bit high but it is over a weekend which I know increases the cost.

We got a 2br with Vacation strategies at roughly the same time frame for approx $94 (average cost per night). If I did the math right, we are paying $75 per night weekday and $120 per night weekend. But these rates are for a 2br which is why your rate for a 1br seems a bit high. Irregardless .....$100 a night is a great rate!!

thanks, I didn't think it was a GREAT deal either, but not bad. Maybe they'll go down closer to arrival date. I didn't book, may try again closer. Thanks