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

[torquelover]

Presidential units have upgraded fixtures and furniture, such as stainless steel appliances. There are pictures if you look earlier and search this thread. Other than that, you don't really gain anything and the regular (deluxe) units are very nice.

That's what it seemed like to me from the previous pics as you said. Perhaps granite/quartz countertops in the Presidential as well. I'm not sure if I can get into one using the RCI exchange.

I missed out on a 2-BDRM for my week as the RCI website went down for a bit right when I was trying to book it. If another one opens up (doubtful but I am staying positive) I will try BC for sure. I might even go for a 1-BDRM depending on the quality of the sofa bed. I slept on one in the Vistana Cascades pre-remodel and it was horrible. Has anyone (adult sized) used the sofa beds at BC's newer tower 5 or 6 units? Seems a few here were given an upgrade by chance or as a gift for sitting through the timeshare sales presentation. The 2 hours of sales pressuring might be worth it if it gives me a chance to actually sleep through the night.

 

[Brian Noble]

what are the differences between the standard and presidential condos? I'm thinking of trading in a week at Vistana Cascades for BC this summer.

I don't think the Presidentials are generally deposited to RCI. You should expect a "regular" room (which is still quite nice). I've never tried the sofa beds, so I can't comment on whether or not it is comfortable, but I wouldn't bet on it.

 

[Royal Duke of Epcot]

we'd like to go from a park (not sure which one yet) like epcot to hoop de doo music review. seems like that's not too hard via bus. question: how do we get back to our car in that park's parking lot after the show? i've read that busses run after the show back to the RESORTS, but i want to go back to a park PARKING LOT. can i do that? or should we just plan to drive to hddr to and from bonnet creek? thanks!

I've done this....not for hoop dee dooh but to take my kids to the horse trails and petting zoos at Ft Wilderness.

As a PP said, the most efficient way is to do everything with your own car...park at Epcot nice and early right near the "Golf Ball', leave the parking lot and drive over to Ft. Wilderness. That way your car is at the resort after hoop de dooh.

However, if you are like me and do not want to see the car all day and like the quirks of Disney transport...here's the best thing to do.

1. Park at TTC, take monorail to Epcot to enjoy Walt Disney's vision of the future

2. After Epcot, take monorail to Contemporary.

3. From Contemporary, take the lovely boat ride to the back section of Ft. Wilderness where Hoop de Dooh is located.

4. After Hoop de Dooh, repeat the boat-contemporary-TTC trip...or take the Ft. Wilderness resort bus to TTC.

Hope you have a Rope-Wranglin' Rootin Tootin' Good Time at Hoop Dee Dooh, Ma'am!

 

[TotoToo]

So, what are the differences between the standard and presidential condos? I'm thinking of trading in a week at Vistana Cascades for BC this summer.

Virtually nothing except upgraded (stainless steel which is all too often well stained especially at Wyndham properties) appliances (do you really care - you're not buying the place and many other resorts have ss appliances in ALL units) and a few fancier fabrics. The units themselves are no bigger than the same thing in a "deluxe" version.

Don't waste much money or Wyndham points to get Presidential as it isn't worth much if anything - but certainly take it for a free upgrade! Value? Zero. Sounds cool to say you're in one though. Just don't pay to do it.

 

[left210]

How crowded are the pools the 2nd week of June? We are currently doing a split stay at AKL and Beach Club but are considering this resort. I have a 10 yr old and almost 3 yr old. What area of resort would be best for us? I would think by one of the pools to limit our walking. Which pool? Oldest son likes slides but only if they are open and it looks like the ones I saw were all tunnel slides. A zero entry area would be nice for our youngest. Also, is parking right by your building?

 

[1GR8DISNEYFAN]

We spend most of our time at MK and EP and love staying at the Poly for the convenience of the monorail. Since we go in Aug. we always take a mid afternoon break back at the resort. I am considering making a change to BC to save $2000. Seems like you get a great deal for your money. I am just wondering, it seems like such a hassle to walk all the way to the car, drive out of the park and back to the resort for the mid afternoon break. I don't want to dread leaving the park because it is such a hassle, vs hopping on the monorail and being back in our room within 15 min. I am driving myself crazy thinking about this, I love the Poly, but BC looks really beautiful too. And $2000 is alot of money. Do you miss out on the magical feeling you get staying onsite?

 

[Brian Noble]

I haven't done a monorail resort---that's a different level of convenience. I have stayed at VWL though, and while it is nicer to have the boat service, it is not $2,000 nicer in my book. What's more, if you are comparing a condo to a hotel room, the kitchen, washer/dryer, and private sleeping spaces for kids and adults adds some convenience "at home" to offset having to drive.

 

[goingquackers]

Haven't had any luck finding availability for the week of April 16th. Anyone know where I can find a 3 br? Kenprice is sold out.

 

[TotoToo]

We spend most of our time at MK and EP and love staying at the Poly for the convenience of the monorail. Since we go in Aug. we always take a mid afternoon break back at the resort. I am considering making a change to BC to save $2000. Seems like you get a great deal for your money. I am just wondering, it seems like such a hassle to walk all the way to the car, drive out of the park and back to the resort for the mid afternoon break. I don't want to dread leaving the park because it is such a hassle, vs hopping on the monorail and being back in our room within 15 min. I am driving myself crazy thinking about this, I love the Poly, but BC looks really beautiful too. And $2000 is alot of money. Do you miss out on the magical feeling you get staying onsite?

The poly & direct access to the monorail is a rare, tough to beat transportation option. But worth $2000? No way! $100 MAYBE at most. It isn't tough to get to the car & drive back & forth once in a day. And thinking about an extra $2K in YOUR pocket rather than disney's has to makemit even better. More money for trinkets or more days to enjoy!

 

[ttfn3]

goingquackers

I checked redweek.com and there are 3 postings for a 3 BR at Wyndham Bonnet Creek for the week of April 16th.

 

[act1980]

Hi everyone,
I have got a pretty good deal from Neil McConville and just wondered of anyone on here had used them?

Thanks!

 

[Upatnoon]

How crowded are the pools the 2nd week of June? We are currently doing a split stay at AKL and Beach Club but are considering this resort. I have a 10 yr old and almost 3 yr old. What area of resort would be best for us? I would think by one of the pools to limit our walking. Which pool? Oldest son likes slides but only if they are open and it looks like the ones I saw were all tunnel slides. A zero entry area would be nice for our youngest. Also, is parking right by your building?

I have not encountered any crowd problems at the pools. Bonnet Creek has plenty of pools and most people are at the theme parks anyway.

There is a regular slide at the pool by building 2 and 3. Bonnet Creek is not so large that is it is far to walk to any of the pools.

Also, yes you park near your building. Obviously, the later you get back from the parks, your spot may be further away but its not that far.

 

[Mariza]

Hi all, I am in the midst of planning our family trip (me, DH, 6yo and 4 yo DC's) in early June. I currently have a reservation at Boardwalk Inn but then found this awesome thread (thanks OP and all who have posted reviews). I emailed Ken at vacations unlimited last week and have not heard back. I then emailed him on Saturday to say I got the dates wrong on the first request but still nothing. Are there other places you would recommend booking from? Thanks again and I look forward to reading more on the boards!

 

[aggiejamie]

Hi everyone! I have been lurking on the board for about a month now, becoming obsessed with planning our first Disney vacation. First of all, a HUGE thank you to all the great info here!!! I've heard Redweek mentioned here and decided to go take a look. I've found a 2BR for $111/night through Redweek and contacted the owner to book it for June 6-14 (8 nights) for a total of $895. She asked for my name and address, along with how many in my party so she could book the reservation. She explained that it's a split reservation and will be booked as two separate 4 night stays and there's a slight chance I may have to switch rooms...which is no big deal.

She said that I should get a guest confirmation letter from BC in 7-10 days and that I can just pay her using PayPal. Before I hand over $895 to a total stranger, I'm wondering if anyone has ever had any problems at all when using Redweek. This owner is brand new to that site and told me that when I said I was new. I don't know how protected I am in case she decided to simply keep the money and cancel the reservation. Or would I be the only one that could cancel the reservation now that it's set up?? I don't mean to sound skeptical, but this price is better than people have reported getting from Ken and it IS during the summer. BC told me those rooms are curretnly $289 for that time period (with no discounts.) I guess I want some reassurance that it is somehow ok to go forward with this....or a warning to run the other way!! Any advice is greatly appreciated!

 

[verlee]

Hi everyone! I have been lurking on the board for about a month now, becoming obsessed with planning our first Disney vacation. First of all, a HUGE thank you to all the great info here!!! I've heard Redweek mentioned here and decided to go take a look. I've found a 2BR for $111/night through Redweek and contacted the owner to book it for June 6-14 (8 nights) for a total of $895. She asked for my name and address, along with how many in my party so she could book the reservation. She explained that it's a split reservation and will be booked as two separate 4 night stays and there's a slight chance I may have to switch rooms...which is no big deal.

She said that I should get a guest confirmation letter from BC in 7-10 days and that I can just pay her using PayPal. Before I hand over $895 to a total stranger, I'm wondering if anyone has ever had any problems at all when using Redweek. This owner is brand new to that site and told me that when I said I was new. I don't know how protected I am in case she decided to simply keep the money and cancel the reservation. Or would I be the only one that could cancel the reservation now that it's set up?? I don't mean to sound skeptical, but this price is better than people have reported getting from Ken and it IS during the summer. BC told me those rooms are curretnly $289 for that time period (with no discounts.) I guess I want some reassurance that it is somehow ok to go forward with this....or a warning to run the other way!! Any advice is greatly appreciated!

We just did the same thing through Redweek for our stay next week. We got 9nts for $600. There are no guarantees. She can cancel your reservation. They are her points. That said you can call wbc and check that they have your name and reservation #. There is a level of risk involved. We talked to the guy on the phone did a internet search on him and then went with our gut. I will know for sure next week, but so far it is good. I don't have any worries. Good luck hope it works out for you.

 

[verlee]

Hi all, I am in the midst of planning our family trip (me, DH, 6yo and 4 yo DC's) in early June. I currently have a reservation at Boardwalk Inn but then found this awesome thread (thanks OP and all who have posted reviews). I emailed Ken at vacations unlimited last week and have not heard back. I then emailed him on Saturday to say I got the dates wrong on the first request but still nothing. Are there other places you would recommend booking from? Thanks again and I look forward to reading more on the boards!

People have used ebay, We used redweek and back a few pages there were some other names listed.

 

[txtara]

Hi all, I am in the midst of planning our family trip (me, DH, 6yo and 4 yo DC's) in early June. I currently have a reservation at Boardwalk Inn but then found this awesome thread (thanks OP and all who have posted reviews). I emailed Ken at vacations unlimited last week and have not heard back. I then emailed him on Saturday to say I got the dates wrong on the first request but still nothing. Are there other places you would recommend booking from? Thanks again and I look forward to reading more on the boards!

I used Timeshareadventures.com and got a 2 Bdrm in June for 900 dollars for the week. Was a pain free experience.

 

[Mariza]

Thanks Verlee & Txtara! I will check them out

 

[Deb123]

I just booked the Easter week I had been trying to get. The 18th -24th. I got it on ebay. The owner then emailed me a confirmation that has her name on it as the owner then my name is listed as a Guest. I guess it is the guest certificate and was told that was what I needed as well as ID when I check in.

My questions are 1: Does this sound right and ok?

2- have a 2 bedroom Deluxe booked. What is the difference between a regular 2 bedroom and a Deluxe 2 bedroom????
Thankyou

 

[DCTooTall]

I just booked the Easter week I had been trying to get. The 18th -24th. I got it on ebay. The owner then emailed me a confirmation that has her name on it as the owner then my name is listed as a Guest. I guess it is the guest certificate and was told that was what I needed as well as ID when I check in.

My questions are 1: Does this sound right and ok?

2- have a 2 bedroom Deluxe booked. What is the difference between a regular 2 bedroom and a Deluxe 2 bedroom????
Thankyou

Sounds about right. The Guest Confirmation certificate confirms that the owner has listed you as a guest for the reservation. Technically, you may not need it since it means your name is in the system when you check in, but it never hurts to have it just in case.

And at Bonnett Creek, the regular units are the Deluxe units. The "upper level" units are the Presidentials.

In Wyndham terminology, I believe the difference between a "regular" unit and a "deluxe" unit is a hottub or jacuzzi in the room. This does not apply to Bonnet creek since all rooms have them, but in some other Wyndham properties there could be rooms both without and with them.