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

[Jeslynb]

Newbie question here:

Is there an owner's website that I can search for rentals? We are looking for several units the first week in April, and for whatever reason, I don't see anything on TUG or VRBO etc. Thanks very much!

Jes

 

[ntsammy5]

As soon as you see Goofy driving the van

Be careful - there are a lot of goofy drivers in vans on I-4!!!

 

[Upatnoon]

Newbie question here:

Is there an owner's website that I can search for rentals? We are looking for several units the first week in April, and for whatever reason, I don't see anything on TUG or VRBO etc. Thanks very much!

Jes

You won't see any on there because it is too early for those dates. Read the first post in this thread for a FAQ that included tips on how to book Bonnet Creek. For example, look on eBay and contact the numerous people who rent reservations on there as a business.

Let me clarify, what I meant was you don't usually see lots of ads for weeks advertised available until closer to the dates. For example, on redweek there are more than 50 ads for weeks available from now through the end of January, but only 12 for April. On ebay there are dozens of listing for the next couple of months, but only 2 for April. If you find a Wyndham owner, you can book much earlier.

 

[garmich]

You won't see any on there because it is too early for those dates. Read the first post in this thread for a FAQ that included tips on how to book Bonnet Creek. For example, look on eBay and contact the numerous people who rent reservations on there as a business.

Too early to book in April? What? Wyndham owners can book units at 10 months prior to arrival and Bonnet Creek TS owners can book a unit at BC at 13 months prior to arrival.

There is a Wyndham Resorts Forum in which Wyndham Owners offer their timeshare points for rental. Go to: http://forums.atozed.com/
Scroll down to the "Rental Office" section and go into the "I have points to rent" subforum.

 

[Brian Noble]

Agreed. While it is too early for the discounted 60-day window, it is not too early to book. It will cost a little more, but if you have firm plans to go that time, *and* your heart is set on Bonnet Creek, it may be worth the extra cost for the peace of mind.

 

[Alexander]

Newbie question here:

Is there an owner's website that I can search for rentals? We are looking for several units the first week in April, and for whatever reason, I don't see anything on TUG or VRBO etc. Thanks very much!

Jes

We used www.redweek.com

 

[Upatnoon]

Agreed. While it is too early for the discounted 60-day window, it is not too early to book. It will cost a little more, but if you have firm plans to go that time, *and* your heart is set on Bonnet Creek, it may be worth the extra cost for the peace of mind.

Let me clarify, what I meant was you don't usually see lots of ads for weeks posted on the Internet until closer to the dates, not that you can't do it. The above posters are correct.

 

[Jeslynb]

Thanks, Brian, and everyone else. I did know that it would be easier closer to the date, but with people coming in from all over the country, we need to have set reservations asap. We don't mind paying a bit more to have it done ahead of time.

I will try redweek - that is the only one I have not tried yet. If anyone has had success with individual owners and you would not mind sharing that information, please let me know.

Thanks again so much.

 

[katallo]

Thanks, Brian, and everyone else. I did know that it would be easier closer to the date, but with people coming in from all over the country, we need to have set reservations asap. We don't mind paying a bit more to have it done ahead of time.

I will try redweek - that is the only one I have not tried yet. If anyone has had success with individual owners and you would not mind sharing that information, please let me know.

Thanks again so much.

Have you contacted Ken Price at Vacation upgrades.com? We worked with Ken for 3 years and he is great. Good luck with your search!

 

[littlestar]

Thanks, Brian, and everyone else. I did know that it would be easier closer to the date, but with people coming in from all over the country, we need to have set reservations asap. We don't mind paying a bit more to have it done ahead of time.

I will try redweek - that is the only one I have not tried yet. If anyone has had success with individual owners and you would not mind sharing that information, please let me know.

Thanks again so much.

I checked the 1st week of April on the Wyndham website and there was availability on points (I'm a Wyndham owner) in 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms. But the week before looked like it was booked (grayed out areas on the website). Good luck! I'd definitely book something ASAP.

 

[Jeslynb]

I checked the 1st week of April on the Wyndham website and there was availability on points (I'm a Wyndham owner) in 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms. But the week before looked like it was booked (grayed out areas on the website). Good luck! I'd definitely book something ASAP.

Thanks!

 

[Jeslynb]

Have you contacted Ken Price at Vacation upgrades.com? We worked with Ken for 3 years and he is great. Good luck with your search!

I did email Ken after seeing his name mentioned here. I received an automated response, but no actual reply yet. Here's hoping! And thank you so much.

 

[TotoToo]

Newbie question here:

Is there an owner's website that I can search for rentals? We are looking for several units the first week in April, and for whatever reason, I don't see anything on TUG or VRBO etc. Thanks very much!

Jes

Here is a major site for Wyndham owners - plenty of rentals offered.

http://forums.atozed.com/viewtopic.php?f=1337&t=4185

 

[Cdn Gal]

Is there a 1 Bedroom room that I could request where we have both a lake/pool view and a fireworks view? Thanks!

Bumpity Bump Bump Bump

 

[cam&chris]

I asked this before but didn't really get an answer....

Will the front desk cash travellers cheques? I don't mean for the room deposit or to pay for anything at the resort but just cash a cheque for me so that I have actual money for the day??

 

[Upatnoon]

I asked this before but didn't really get an answer....

Will the front desk cash travellers cheques? I don't mean for the room deposit or to pay for anything at the resort but just cash a cheque for me so that I have actual money for the day??

I didn't know people still used them. Are they still popular where you live? I hope someone can answer your question.

 

[bwo]

Hi,
Just wondering---is the resort people are talking about renting from Ken Price the Wyndham Bonnet Creek?? I see a few different results when I search Bonnet Creek Resorts.
Thanks!

 

[twoplustwins]

Hi,
Just wondering---is the resort people are talking about renting from Ken Price the Wyndham Bonnet Creek?? I see a few different results when I search Bonnet Creek Resorts.
Thanks!

yes. we are booking through Ken for our next trip (vacationupgrades.com)

 

[Brian Noble]

Will the front desk cash travellers cheques? I don't mean for the room deposit or to pay for anything at the resort but just cash a cheque for me so that I have actual money for the day??

A call to the resort can probably answer this for you, as it seems none of us have actually tried. The number I have for them is 407-238-3500, and that should get you to the resort's front desk (not a central call center).

 

[CC_dad]

[QUOTE\]Thanks for this info. CC dad. We're currently booked for a 4 b/r Pres. Suite in Bldg. 1 but I think I want to look into whether or not we can be moved to Tower 4 instead. Do you know anything about which towers/units are outfitted with the Bose sound system?[/QUOTE]

The Bose system was in the Presidential suite in tower 6. I've stayed in Towers 4, 5 and 6 in Presidential units and they are all very nice. I just don't recall if Bose systems were in towers 4 or 5. Towers 4 - 6 offer LCD TVs.

I'd request tower 4, 5 or 6 with a lake view. That would be an odd numbered unit.

In tower 6, 4 bedroom presidential units ending in xx19 offer the best view of Bonnet Creek in my opinion. One of the upper floors has an open 2 and 4 bedroom presidential unit to view during the day.

I prefer tower 6; as we really like to be close to bus stop for Disney, exercise room, WII, pool table, etc. Plus you can check in directly from the front reception area of that Tower.

There is a special VIP Presidential Reserve owner's lounge on the 17th floor of tower 6. Nice view of fireworks, but views from tower 4 and 5 are closer. I think they will show it to you if you take the sales tour.

I'll be at BC next weekend for an early vacation prior to Christmas.

FYI. In April, seven night reservations are available for check in beginning April 1 - 11 (1, 2 and 3 bedroom units on most nights), and then from April 23 through the end of the month (1 or 2 bedroom units only).