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

[mrs.basil]

LOL!! That is TOO funny! Small world huh?? Are you guys back home as well? Hope you guys had a great trip as well! Your girls were so cute!

Thanks! We're still here until Wednesday morning, and are having a blast. BC is absolutely wonderful!

We were out in the pool this afternoon, and someone was calling the name Madison. My daughter was very excited and looking for yours, but then she realized it was another child.

I'm glad you had a great trip

 

[ClanHarrison]

...when I called they said they had us in Tower 1, 5th floor. Upon arrival we got a fireworks view on the 3rd floor of the main building. She said it was a hard room to get. We loved the location!!! We have a 2.5 year old and we hardly spent any time at the resort so it was a perfect spot. We were right upstairs from the pool, lazy river, child pool/sprinkler area, food, gift shop, shuttles, etc.

I'm confused .

I keep seeing that there ARE rooms in the main building that has the gift shop, shuttle stop etc. in it & then I've seen that there AREN'T.

So...IS the main building the building where you check-in, has the shops, shuttle stop & rooms ? I keep reading that there are no rooms in the check-in building.

Does this also mean you did not stay in building #1? I wanted to ask some questions about this building since we're assigned to it also. I am afraid it will be more "dated" than, of course, the new buildings (booked a 4 b/r Pres. Suite) but I'm also thinking that the new buildings will be more crowded & noisy since they're so popular. I think I'd prefer the quiet that bldg. #1 seems it might have. But I guess I also want the updated amenities of the new bldgs. (Bose sound system, flat screen T.V.'s, huge balcony etc.).

I appreciate any insight & clarity anyone has.

 

[mrs.basil]

There are definitely rooms in the main check-in building--I'm typing this from one. I'm not sure how many there are, but we're on the third floor, just above the main lobby. The second floor appears to be time share offices. There is a fourth floor as well. Our hallway extends past the lobby building toward the activities building. I think the main lobby and the activities buildings are joined at the third and fourth (and maybe second) floors.

This building is different from Towers 1-6. We've been very pleased with the room and the location. It's great for small children, with short walks to the parking lot and pool.

 

[MadisonsMommy]

I'm confused .

I keep seeing that there ARE rooms in the main building that has the gift shop, shuttle stop etc. in it & then I've seen that there AREN'T.

So...IS the main building the building where you check-in, has the shops, shuttle stop & rooms ? I keep reading that there are no rooms in the check-in building.

Does this also mean you did not stay in building #1? I wanted to ask some questions about this building since we're assigned to it also. I am afraid it will be more "dated" than, of course, the new buildings (booked a 4 b/r Pres. Suite) but I'm also thinking that the new buildings will be more crowded & noisy since they're so popular. I think I'd prefer the quiet that bldg. #1 seems it might have. But I guess I also want the updated amenities of the new bldgs. (Bose sound system, flat screen T.V.'s, huge balcony etc.).

I appreciate any insight & clarity anyone has.

I had thought I had read that there were no rooms in the main building as well but there are! It really was awesome and so quiet on our floor! So nice to just take the elevator down and go to the cafe, etc. I was assuming the newer towers were probably overloaded with families. We had flat screen tvs, a stereo system in the living room, big balcony, etc. I didn't think our room was outdated at all! I don't know how we got the main building or if it's even something you can request? Like I said in my previous post, the woman at the front desk did make a comment about it being a hard room to get.

 

[ClanHarrison]

Thank you to mrs.basil & MadisonsMommy for your quick reply.

Ummmm...I think I'm going to stay where we are. But if anyone has stayed in a 4 b/r Pres. Suite in bldg. #1, could you tell me if it has the Bose sound system in it? I would think a Pres. Suite would have the upgraded flat screens already. But if anyone knows any differently, please shout out.

Thanks to everyone who participates on this thread. The information & time you spend coming back to inform, is priceless.

 

[TotoToo]

I had thought I had read that there were no rooms in the main building as well but there are! It really was awesome and so quiet on our floor! So nice to just take the elevator down and go to the cafe, etc. I was assuming the newer towers were probably overloaded with families. We had flat screen tvs, a stereo system in the living room, big balcony, etc. I didn't think our room was outdated at all! I don't know how we got the main building or if it's even something you can request? Like I said in my previous post, the woman at the front desk did make a comment about it being a hard room to get.

There are units in the main building & in fact they are the best IMO as they have more theme, it isn't a generic Wyndham building and it's not as tall as the others. The fact that the ground floor houses the shops & game room, etc is a great feature too.

 

[Tecateme2]

So glad I found this thread! We just booked a trip to BC in late February. Has anyone been this time of year? What's the weather like and are the parks crowded?

Thanks!!

 

[carlbarry]

So glad I found this thread! We just booked a trip to BC in late February. Has anyone been this time of year? What's the weather like and are the parks crowded?

Thanks!!

The one time I was there in February, the temperature was in the 50's! But I'm sure others with more experience will write it varies.
As for crowds--none! As long as you don't go President's Week. I rode Kali River Rapids 3 times in a row!

 

[Madison'smommy]

Thanks! We're still here until Wednesday morning, and are having a blast. BC is absolutely wonderful!

We were out in the pool this afternoon, and someone was calling the name Madison. My daughter was very excited and looking for yours, but then she realized it was another child.

I'm glad you had a great trip

This may have been my DD. We were at the pool for an hour during the afternoon. We had a few hours before we could check in so I let me DD go in before we went to get some lunch. Then my father took her later in the afternoon, but I am not sure what pool they were at. We are staying in tower 1. I havent even been out of the room yet, but am going to walk around the resort today! We have been on vacation so far for a week, having been in Tampa and Daytona Beach ... This is the last week of our 2 week vacation!

 

[mrs.basil]

Anyone arriving at BC on Tuesday or Wednesday? We'll be leaving Wednesday morning and will definitely have food left over (box of pasta, sticks of butter, apples, etc.)

PM me if you want it and I'll put it together in a box for you

 

[Tecateme2]

The one time I was there in February, the temperature was in the 50's! But I'm sure others with more experience will write it varies.
As for crowds--none! As long as you don't go President's Week. I rode Kali River Rapids 3 times in a row!

Thanks for the response. We will be there President's week. We are from
Seattle so we are "hoping" for sunny and 60's. We will be happy with mid 50's as long as there is sun! We got such a great deal going this time of year. We couldn't pass it up!

 

[Brian Noble]

will definitely have food left over

If you don't find any takers, there should be a collection point in the lobby for unopened, non-perishable goods. They are sent to a local food bank.

 

[SHammett]

We are converted Disney Vacation Club vacationers, LOVE the value of Bonnet Creek! We've stayed here 4 or 5 times, but always in building 5 in a 2BR. We have the presidential suite for an upcoming trip in building 1 (#720). Does anyone know anything about view from that room? We've loved our fireworks views in the past, but I know this building is much shorter than the others. Also, how is Bonnet Creek at updating the older rooms? Will we notice much difference from building 5? Any info is appreciated!

 

[Angry Eyes]

We are converted Disney Vacation Club vacationers, LOVE the value of Bonnet Creek! We've stayed here 4 or 5 times, but always in building 5 in a 2BR. We have the presidential suite for an upcoming trip in building 1 (#720). Does anyone know anything about view from that room? We've loved our fireworks views in the past, but I know this building is much shorter than the others. Also, how is Bonnet Creek at updating the older rooms? Will we notice much difference from building 5? Any info is appreciated!

We just got home Saturday from building 1 unit 627. They were painting the exterior of that building last week on the even number side. It did not affect us on the odd side except we had to walk around the lift they used outside. The balconies were wrapped in plastic on that side to keep the paint off but they were moving right along and should be finished very soon (probably already are). You should have a lake view/resort view if I have it pictured right in my mind. On the odd side we had a partial parking lot view and a very nice view of the golf course. We were not travelling with the kids so we did not request a fireworks view. The kitchen had granite countertops and the mattresses were all brand new in our rooms. I would not say it was in any need of an update, it was fabulous! The elevators were immediate and the lobby area of the building was immaculate. We loved it. If I were forced at gunpoint to list one complaint, it would be that the dryer squeaked when we used it, every 4 seconds....squeak....squeak....squeak....you get the idea. It certainly didn't affect our oppinion, we are planning a return next month.

 

[SHammett]

We just got home Saturday from building 1 unit 627. They were painting the exterior of that building last week on the even number side. It did not affect us on the odd side except we had to walk around the lift they used outside. The balconies were wrapped in plastic on that side to keep the paint off but they were moving right along and should be finished very soon (probably already are). You should have a lake view/resort view if I have it pictured right in my mind. On the odd side we had a partial parking lot view and a very nice view of the golf course. We were not travelling with the kids so we did not request a fireworks view. The kitchen had granite countertops and the mattresses were all brand new in our rooms. I would not say it was in any need of an update, it was fabulous! The elevators were immediate and the lobby area of the building was immaculate. We loved it. If I were forced at gunpoint to list one complaint, it would be that the dryer squeaked when we used it, every 4 seconds....squeak....squeak....squeak....you get the idea. It certainly didn't affect our oppinion, we are planning a return next month.

Thanks for your quick response! You're right, even numbered rooms face the lake, still wondering if fireworks viewing is possible from this building. I figured they would do a good job with updating, but your comments are reassuring. How were the TV's? I've read a lot about flat screens and bose systems, are the older buildings getting those as well?

 

[lillygator]

here - love it, probably not going to go back to disney property!!

 

[ClanHarrison]

We are converted Disney Vacation Club vacationers, LOVE the value of Bonnet Creek! We've stayed here 4 or 5 times, but always in building 5 in a 2BR. We have the presidential suite for an upcoming trip in building 1 (#720). Does anyone know anything about view from that room? We've loved our fireworks views in the past, but I know this building is much shorter than the others. Also, how is Bonnet Creek at updating the older rooms? Will we notice much difference from building 5? Any info is appreciated!

Hi Shammett. We're assigned to the same unit (sheesh, must be the only one in this tower?) but I'm hoping your trip is before mine so you can come back & give me a report on the amenities this suite has. I'm also interested in whether or not the Pres. Suite has the flat screens & Bose sound system too. And thanks to Angry Eyes for reporting on the elevator availability in the bldg. because I was concerned about this as well.

Angry Eyes, was this tower as quiet as I'm expecting it to be?

 

[Angry Eyes]

Hi Shammett. We're assigned to the same unit (sheesh, must be the only one in this tower?) but I'm hoping your trip is before mine so you can come back & give me a report on the amenities this suite has. I'm also interested in whether or not the Pres. Suite has the flat screens & Bose sound system too. And thanks to Angry Eyes for reporting on the elevator availability in the bldg. because I was concerned about this as well.

Angry Eyes, was this tower as quiet as I'm expecting it to be?

Not a creature was stirring! It was so peaceful. We were so pleased with the lack of hallway/adjacent room noise. We were on an adults only trip and it was absolutely perfect. The other couple traveling with us slept in late everyday. We have APs and we would eat at the condo and then skip off to one of the parks for the morning. We would return by 11am and they never even had a clue we were up and moving. It is not only quiet to the adjacent rooms, it is quiet within your own living area. I am certain we had flat screen TVs but I do not recall a Bose sound system. We didn't watch TV. We did sit on the balcony and have drinks each evening. I can't say enough nice things about it.

 

[cam&chris]

Just booked a 2 BR through RCI and I have seen on here that people already know what building they are in. Do you have to call to find this out? Or is it somewhere on my confirmation that was e-mailed to me? I was thinking about calling to request a certain building/view - we are going in May 2011 so how far out should I call to make this request?

 

[SHammett]

Hi Shammett. We're assigned to the same unit (sheesh, must be the only one in this tower?) but I'm hoping your trip is before mine so you can come back & give me a report on the amenities this suite has. I'm also interested in whether or not the Pres. Suite has the flat screens & Bose sound system too. And thanks to Angry Eyes for reporting on the elevator availability in the bldg. because I was concerned about this as well.

Angry Eyes, was this tower as quiet as I'm expecting it to be?

We're going Mid November. When are your dates? I'll be sure to post back if we go before you.