The we loooooove Bonnet Creek thread! (pics and reviews)

[MsCoz2000]

Were her lips moving? That's how you can tell a timeshare salesperson is lying!

Just to clarify, the woman I was talking about was NOT a salesperson, she was the one who helped me book my reservation, no need to fib about where certain rooms were. She was extremely helpful and even if the information she gave me might not be 100% accurate I appreciate that she shared her knowledge. I would rather be safe and "request" a room I know will over look the pool than "request" a room in the newest tower and be stuck looking at a parking lot all week.

 

[katallo]

We just returned from a great week in Tower 3. We had a fireworks view for Epcot and MK. They new tower is almost finished, but the area remains blocked for access around the lake. It will be so nice when the walkway is opened. Our unit was in very good condition. Our condo overlooked the pool and our only issue was that the pools remain open until midnight. While most guests are respectful about noise, we had people in the pool until 12:40 who were very noisy. Our neighbors had three young children who were awakened, so they finally called security. If the gates are not locked at a certain time, someone needs to make sure guests abide by the posted times.

 

[vettechick99]

Hey guys! We are here now and so far enjoying our stay again. Except for this blasted rain! Booo.

Easy check-in - our room was ready around 3:15 yesterday, a few minutes after I checked us in. They met our building/room request which was great. There was a very soft sell at the parking-pass pick-up desk. He asked me if I wanted to attend a tour and I said no and that was that. Haven't heard the phone ring or been asked again.

Had trouble finding a bellcart, but it was prime check-in time so it's understandable. Still doesn't make for a happy DH.

Today we went to DHS and I really don't see spring break crowds. Now if you want to ride the big ones (ToT, RnR, TSM) you are going to have to wait. It took us about 20 mins to get on TSM after rope drop (much longer any past that), and RnR took DH about 40 mins and that was with the single rider line. ToT took him 15 mins with a FP. But all the other "minor" stuff is basically walk-on or waiting for the next show.

When we walked in to DHS, they gave us a B1G1 free lunch offer at either the ABC Commissary, Studio Catering, or Backlot and we ended up having lunch at ABC. Skipped our Sci-Fi ADR - just didn't feel like their menu today.

Anyway, back to BC. Overall we are pleased with everything at the resort. Right now I'm loving the space because if I was stuck in a single WDW room with DH and DD, I'd be very losing my mind!

Any questions while I'm here?

 

[wildirishrose]

Hey guys! We are here now and so far enjoying our stay again. Except for this blasted rain! Booo.

Easy check-in - our room was ready around 3:15 yesterday, a few minutes after I checked us in. They met our building/room request which was great. There was a very soft sell at the parking-pass pick-up desk. He asked me if I wanted to attend a tour and I said no and that was that. Haven't heard the phone ring or been asked again.

Had trouble finding a bellcart, but it was prime check-in time so it's understandable. Still doesn't make for a happy DH.

Today we went to DHS and I really don't see spring break crowds. Now if you want to ride the big ones (ToT, RnR, TSM) you are going to have to wait. It took us about 20 mins to get on TSM after rope drop (much longer any past that), and RnR took DH about 40 mins and that was with the single rider line. ToT took him 15 mins with a FP. But all the other "minor" stuff is basically walk-on or waiting for the next show.

When we walked in to DHS, they gave us a B1G1 free lunch offer at either the ABC Commissary, Studio Catering, or Backlot and we ended up having lunch at ABC. Skipped our Sci-Fi ADR - just didn't feel like their menu today.

Anyway, back to BC. Overall we are pleased with everything at the resort. Right now I'm loving the space because if I was stuck in a single WDW room with DH and DD, I'd be very losing my mind!

Any questions while I'm here?

Hi Thanks for the update I have a stupid question but in looking at BC website it has the Disney Good Neighbors logo with it, I know at DisneyLand there are benefits staying at the Godd Neighbor hotel has merit are there any benefits at BC for it.

Hope you are having a great time we just bought at BC and hope to be there in Oct.

 

[Cdn Gal]

Just curious.... what part was different?

Regular rooms in the new tower? Regular rooms overlooking the parking lot?

No regular rooms in Tower 6 at all- only Presidential suites.

 

[Cdn Gal]

Were her lips moving? That's how you can tell a timeshare salesperson is lying!

 

[Cdn Gal]

Hey guys! We are here now and so far enjoying our stay again. Except for this blasted rain! Booo.

Easy check-in - our room was ready around 3:15 yesterday, a few minutes after I checked us in. They met our building/room request which was great. There was a very soft sell at the parking-pass pick-up desk. He asked me if I wanted to attend a tour and I said no and that was that. Haven't heard the phone ring or been asked again.

Had trouble finding a bellcart, but it was prime check-in time so it's understandable. Still doesn't make for a happy DH.

Today we went to DHS and I really don't see spring break crowds. Now if you want to ride the big ones (ToT, RnR, TSM) you are going to have to wait. It took us about 20 mins to get on TSM after rope drop (much longer any past that), and RnR took DH about 40 mins and that was with the single rider line. ToT took him 15 mins with a FP. But all the other "minor" stuff is basically walk-on or waiting for the next show.

When we walked in to DHS, they gave us a B1G1 free lunch offer at either the ABC Commissary, Studio Catering, or Backlot and we ended up having lunch at ABC. Skipped our Sci-Fi ADR - just didn't feel like their menu today.

Anyway, back to BC. Overall we are pleased with everything at the resort. Right now I'm loving the space because if I was stuck in a single WDW room with DH and DD, I'd be very losing my mind!

Any questions while I'm here?

Glad that you are there!! Hope you and your family have a great time!!! Make sure to take lots of pics!

 

[ohionola]

No regular rooms in Tower 6 at all- only Presidential suites.

I asked about this at the timeshare sales pitch and my sales lady said only the top 4 floors were presidential in the 6th tower. Also, I thought someone earlier in the post said the pool was indoors and again the sales lady said it was not an indoor pool.

 

[leight]

vettechick- glad you are enjoying yourself! What tower are you in?

Re tower 6- I was told that the top 6 floors (14-19) are presidential but they are not just 4 bedrooms- they are offerring the upscale appointments in 1 & 2 bedrooms as well and calling them presidential. I have pics of the 4 bed model- will post when I get the chance

 

[BusyMom2Three]

Hi,

This is the first I've heard of BC but it sounds awesome for my fam of 5. I checked out their website for next March or April and I can't find any availabilities even looking further ahead. Do they usually fill up a year or more in advance, or am I doing something wrong?

Thx!

 

[Lucky'sMom]

Hi,

This is the first I've heard of BC but it sounds awesome for my fam of 5. I checked out their website for next March or April and I can't find any availabilities even looking further ahead. Do they usually fill up a year or more in advance, or am I doing something wrong?

Thx!

I suggest that you don't book through Wyndham...it will be much more expensive. Many of us book through Ken Price at vacationupgrades.com. I think you should be able to book that now, I booked my 4bed 13 months out. You will so happy you chose to stay here...it's awesome!

 

[lillygator]

are there dvd players in the rooms at all?

 

[Upatnoon]

are there dvd players in the rooms at all?

In the 2-bedrooms we stayed in, there was a DVD player in the living room but not the bedrooms.

There is a place to rent DVDs in the activities center.

 

[Upatnoon]

Hi,

This is the first I've heard of BC but it sounds awesome for my fam of 5. I checked out their website for next March or April and I can't find any availabilities even looking further ahead. Do they usually fill up a year or more in advance, or am I doing something wrong?

Thx!

You don't want to book directly from Wyndham. Take a look on eBay for lots of Bonnet Creek availability. You can see what the going rate is in the completed listings. Many of the people selling those reservations are doing it as a business. There are lots of other places as well book Bonnet Creek which I'm sure you can find in this thread.

 

[daisylove]

Have fun!!!

Hey guys! We are here now and so far enjoying our stay again. Except for this blasted rain! Booo.

Easy check-in - our room was ready around 3:15 yesterday, a few minutes after I checked us in. They met our building/room request which was great. There was a very soft sell at the parking-pass pick-up desk. He asked me if I wanted to attend a tour and I said no and that was that. Haven't heard the phone ring or been asked again.

Had trouble finding a bellcart, but it was prime check-in time so it's understandable. Still doesn't make for a happy DH.

Today we went to DHS and I really don't see spring break crowds. Now if you want to ride the big ones (ToT, RnR, TSM) you are going to have to wait. It took us about 20 mins to get on TSM after rope drop (much longer any past that), and RnR took DH about 40 mins and that was with the single rider line. ToT took him 15 mins with a FP. But all the other "minor" stuff is basically walk-on or waiting for the next show.

When we walked in to DHS, they gave us a B1G1 free lunch offer at either the ABC Commissary, Studio Catering, or Backlot and we ended up having lunch at ABC. Skipped our Sci-Fi ADR - just didn't feel like their menu today.

Anyway, back to BC. Overall we are pleased with everything at the resort. Right now I'm loving the space because if I was stuck in a single WDW room with DH and DD, I'd be very losing my mind!

Any questions while I'm here?

 

[BusyMom2Three]

Our travel agent Linda Norton at the Magic for Less Travel told me today that Bonnet Creek allows pets. I never even considered that and am happy to know, since my DS5 is severely allergic to cats and I am to dogs. Thought it was worth posting!

 

[leight]

Not sure about that as the hotel guide that was in our room clearly stated no pets allowed. However I did see a woman walking a small dog into the elevator when we first entered building 5 so you may want to call ahead.

Question to the experts- I couldn't get the master tub to become a jacuzzi- didn't see any jets just holes all along the bottom sides- are these jacuzzi tubs? I didn't call maintenance because there were no jets and didn't want to seem crazy.

 

[lillygator]

VC (my initials!) hope you are having a blast! I got my confirmation from Ken and feel it is real now! Here come the Carlin's for the Food and Wine Fest!

 

[Brian Noble]

I couldn't get the master tub to become a jacuzzi- didn't see any jets just holes all along the bottom sides- are these jacuzzi tubs? I didn't call maintenance because there were no jets and didn't want to seem crazy.

As I understand it, there are two different tub styles. Older buildings have larger jacuzzi tubs with jets. The newer buildings have the smaller "bubbler" tubs w/o jets. We aren't big tub fans, so it hasn't made a big difference to us; I'm not sure when they changed over.

 

[rkb2530]

Our travel agent Linda Norton at the Magic for Less Travel told me today that Bonnet Creek allows pets. I never even considered that and am happy to know, since my DS5 is severely allergic to cats and I am to dogs. Thought it was worth posting!

From Club Wyndham Plus Policies on a reservation confirmation for Bonnet Creek:

"Out of respect for all our guests, pets are not permitted. Please feel free to contact the resort prior to your arrival so that we
may assist you in locating a local boarding facility."