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

[PoppyGirl]

Some owners with certain VIP status can pick their rooms. Building 6 is the newest building and is all presidential units with its own check-in area, so that is likley your situation

Ok...would it say that on my confirmation sheet? I see it says the unit type is a 2 bedroom presidential. What does that mean? Thanks for your help! I've only ever stayed on Disney property and I try to read a little bit of this thread every day so I know what to expect.

 

[jackglick]

Anyone have any pictures of the 3 bedroom? We have one booked for August. Thanks.

 

[Upatnoon]

Ok...would it say that on my confirmation sheet? I see it says the unit type is a 2 bedroom presidential. What does that mean? Thanks for your help! I've only ever stayed on Disney property and I try to read a little bit of this thread every day so I know what to expect.

Your confirmation sheet probably doesn't say much, as everything is in the computer system.

You are in a Presidential room, which means it has upgraded fixtures and furniture. For example, granite countertops. Building 6 is also the newest tower, and is in next to the new pirate-themed pool.

When you arrive at the gate, the guard will tell you if you check in at building 6 or at the main registration area. There is also a bus stop in front on building 6 if you plan on taking the bus to the parks.

 

[two*little*birds]

It sounds a little high, but possibly reasonable depending on when you're going. We paid $600 for 7 nights off-season, but I know prime season takes about twice the points.

Thanks, we're looking to go for 10 nights at the beginning of October. Ken's rates were also the same.

 

[awhitey]

I booked my family's first stay at BC for January 28th through February 5th, and I am so excited. We have always stayed on property and it took some convincing on my part to get my husband to try BC, but he finally gave in. I am so looking forward to the space, the balcony and all they have to offer. I do need some advise on one thing though...the sales pitch. I have no interest in doing the "tour" or buying anything from them. Can someone please tell me what I need to do to avoid being hounded.

Thanks!

 

[darrius1st]

Thanks, we're looking to go for 10 nights at the beginning of October. Ken's rates were also the same.

you can also check ebay. We stayed in a 2 bedroom for 8 days last August for $400.

 

[Upatnoon]

Thanks, we're looking to go for 10 nights at the beginning of October. Ken's rates were also the same.

The beginning of October is not an expensive time to go, but with Bonnet Creek, if you want to book that many months out, you will pay more than if you wait until 60 days out.

 

[carlbarry]

I booked my family's first stay at BC for January 28th through February 5th, and I am so excited. We have always stayed on property and it took some convincing on my part to get my husband to try BC, but he finally gave in. I am so looking forward to the space, the balcony and all they have to offer. I do need some advise on one thing though...the sales pitch. I have no interest in doing the "tour" or buying anything from them. Can someone please tell me what I need to do to avoid being hounded.

Thanks!

When they send you to the desk in the center back of the lobby to pick up your "welcome package," tell the person there you're not interested. However, I've heard they will keep calling. Some people just unplug the phone. However, they do robocalls with the day's activities.
I went on the tour out of curiosity, as it was the first time I stayed at a Wyndham resort on my new ownership. The money was worth it, but they did keep me well beyond the promised length, until I just put my foot down and said I'm there for a vacation, not to be badgered.

 

[PoppyGirl]

Your confirmation sheet probably doesn't say much, as everything is in the computer system.

You are in a Presidential room, which means it has upgraded fixtures and furniture. For example, granite countertops. Building 6 is also the newest tower, and is in next to the new pirate-themed pool.

When you arrive at the gate, the guard will tell you if you check in at building 6 or at the main registration area. There is also a bus stop in front on building 6 if you plan on taking the bus to the parks.

Thank you--that was very helpful.

I booked my family's first stay at BC for January 28th through February 5th, and I am so excited. We have always stayed on property and it took some convincing on my part to get my husband to try BC, but he finally gave in. I am so looking forward to the space, the balcony and all they have to offer. I do need some advise on one thing though...the sales pitch. I have no interest in doing the "tour" or buying anything from them. Can someone please tell me what I need to do to avoid being hounded.

Thanks!

Ack! I'm a little worried about this myself. It's just me and DD and I am staying as the guest of a friend. I'm interested in the answer to this too! Thanks for asking.

I just thought of this....when I was a kid, my parents went on a tour in AK....my little brother threw up in the car and the salesman was SO happy just to get rid of us that we didn't have to finish the tour!

 

[carlbarry]

Thank you--that was very helpful.



Ack! I'm a little worried about this myself. It's just me and DD and I am staying as the guest of a friend. I'm interested in the answer to this too! Thanks for asking.

I just thought of this....when I was a kid, my parents went on a tour in AK....my little brother threw up in the car and the salesman was SO happy just to get rid of us that we didn't have to finish the tour!

Oh, I really doubt that a little vomit would slow down a Wyndham sales weasel.

 

[Mommy_of_2]

I will be coming to BC June 18-25 with 3 kids 3, 5, and 9. Do you think that Tower 1 would be my best choice? Is it the closest to the Kiddie areas and is there a Lazy River close? Thanks

 

[TotoToo]

I will be coming to BC June 18-25 with 3 kids 3, 5, and 9. Do you think that Tower 1 would be my best choice? Is it the closest to the Kiddie areas and is there a Lazy River close? Thanks

Tower 1 is our favorite as it is close to the lazy river & other pools and it has the unique design that much better represents the Disney theme experience (classic detailed, lower building with great faux features vs the standard, cookie cutter Wyndham towers that most of the development has now been completed with). If you get it you should be very happy with it.

 

[Mommy_of_2]

Thanks so much for the info. How soon should I make my request for this building?

 

[klmrph]

Thanks so much for the info. How soon should I make my request for this building?

2 weeks before and confirm again at 1 week seems to be the recommended time frame from others in the thread.

 

[merrybee]

Has anyone rented from Endless Vacation Rentals? They appear to be affiliated with Wyndham I would like to hear feedback if anyone has ever rented!

They have Wyndham Bonnet Creek availability and you get 10% off of the rental using code SB26850398. The total with taxes was $921 for a two-bedroom.

We went ahead and booked as it allows you to cancel up to two days prior to arrival. We the fact that we could cancel if our plans changed.

Here's a link to the site if anyone is interested:
http://www.wyndham-vacations.com/main.taf?p=0&promocode=SB26850398

 

[Brian Noble]

This is RCI's to-the-public rental arm. It's on the up-and-up, and sometimes has halfway-decent deals.

 

[merrybee]

I am glad to know that the Endless Vacations site is on the up-and-up!

Thanks!

 

[dmtffl]

When they send you to the desk in the center back of the lobby to pick up your "welcome package," tell the person there you're not interested. However, I've heard they will keep calling. Some people just unplug the phone. However, they do robocalls with the day's activities.
I went on the tour out of curiosity, as it was the first time I stayed at a Wyndham resort on my new ownership. The money was worth it, but they did keep me well beyond the promised length, until I just put my foot down and said I'm there for a vacation, not to be badgered.

I also went on the tour about 3 yrs. ago and found it worth the money. My dh and I had no intention of buying and was very firm about that. I also complained to the salesman about being disrupted by the construction (we were woken at 6am every am). He was very apologetic and helpful. Whenever the pressure amped up dh and I just took control of the conversation and joked about our inconvenience. It was hard for the saleman to pitch when we were controlling the conversation. Once he learned we bought resale he really backed off. At one point he told us once he hears 7 "Nos" he quits so my dh said "well then no,no,no,no,no,no,no". We got our money and was let go almost a half hour early. $75 for a 30 min tour was def. worth it. Didn't get bothered again either except to fill out a short survey for $25.

 

[Cdn Gal]

Yep- just keep saying 'no' and 'ebay' it is a four letter word to the sales people. We are always very blunt with them and tell them no right at the beginning. But it usually doesn't seem to matter they just keep pushing. We go through the reasons why we would never buy from them- only resale and they usually get up and leave us alone for a little bit b/c they don't have anything else to say. At the 45 min. we stand up and ask for our gift. They have to provide us this under law, we get it and leave. We actually like going to hear about future resorts and plans for the area so we don't mind the presentation. Just remember if you are thinking of purchasing do your homework! Go on TUG, Wyndham Owners Group etc.

 

[carlbarry]

Yep- just keep saying 'no' and 'ebay' it is a four letter word to the sales people. We are always very blunt with them and tell them no right at the beginning. But it usually doesn't seem to matter they just keep pushing. We go through the reasons why we would never buy from them- only resale and they usually get up and leave us alone for a little bit b/c they don't have anything else to say. At the 45 min. we stand up and ask for our gift. They have to provide us this under law, we get it and leave. We actually like going to hear about future resorts and plans for the area so we don't mind the presentation. Just remember if you are thinking of purchasing do your homework! Go on TUG, Wyndham Owners Group etc.

With me, the saleswoman came out with my file, opened it, and said "I see you paid $9,000 for your 49,000 points." I said, "Nope, $100 on ebay." That did not slow her down in the least--they are prepared for that, and have a list of "bonuses" you get by buying through them, such as a credit card LOL.