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

[verlee]

I got the dates I wanted on e-bay for $499. Not bad for a 2 bedroom for 7 nights! Now I will be nervous until closer to our trip so I can check with wyndham about our resservation!

Yeah for you!!

 

[clshirk]

Question, so as a Discovery VIP member, where do I call to request a room to see Fireworks and an early checkin...the hotel itself or Wyndham?

 

[grandmadebby2]

Is it just me or is this a ridiculously long thread making it impossible to find the information I need? Is there somewhere else to look for the Bonnet Creek information. Or is there a way to search this thread for particular information. I'm not to well versed on using the disboard yet. We are owners and have read the Wyndham info but wanted to know if a few things have changed since we were there in 2008. I don't have hours of free time to read through this thread, wish I did as I am learning alot. Just not finding what I'm looking for.

 

[Hmbldr]

It is a long thread with much valuable info. I've actually read it all over the last month or so. I will defnitley be looking inot this for my next trip.

If you can't find what you need, than just ask. I'm sure someone can help or point you in the right direction

 

[julie1218]

Is it just me or is this a ridiculously long thread making it impossible to find the information I need? Is there somewhere else to look for the Bonnet Creek information. Or is there a way to search this thread for particular information. I'm not to well versed on using the disboard yet. We are owners and have read the Wyndham info but wanted to know if a few things have changed since we were there in 2008. I don't have hours of free time to read through this thread, wish I did as I am learning alot. Just not finding what I'm looking for.

at the top, there is a button for SEARCH THIS THREAD. it's different than the regular SEARCH button and is actually below that button. that might help you.

 

[grandmadebby2]

at the top, there is a button for SEARCH THIS THREAD. it's different than the regular SEARCH button and is actually below that button. that might help you.

Thank you Julie1218 I have looked at this page a hundred times or more for just such a button and looked right through it. NOW I see it - Thanks again.

 

[julie1218]

Thank you Julie1218 I have looked at this page a hundred times or more for just such a button and looked right through it. NOW I see it - Thanks again.

you're welcome!

 

[DCTooTall]

Question, so as a Discovery VIP member, where do I call to request a room to see Fireworks and an early checkin...the hotel itself or Wyndham?

The hotel itself if the best bet to request a fireworks view room. You can find the number on the Wyndham site or on your confirmation letter. General recommendation is to call 2 weeks prior to checkin since by that time the reservation should be in the local system where they can tag the reservation.

As for early check in, I think VIP check in starts at 2, otherwise it's 4pm. It really depends upon if the room is available yet as to if you'd be able to check in early.

Even if you can't check in early, they do have luggage storage available so you can leave your bags while you go have fun/explore, and you are also free to use a lot of the resort amenities while you wait. There are even restrooms near the pools if you wanted to go swimming while you wait to check in.

Is it just me or is this a ridiculously long thread making it impossible to find the information I need? Is there somewhere else to look for the Bonnet Creek information. Or is there a way to search this thread for particular information. I'm not to well versed on using the disboard yet. We are owners and have read the Wyndham info but wanted to know if a few things have changed since we were there in 2008. I don't have hours of free time to read through this thread, wish I did as I am learning alot. Just not finding what I'm looking for.

I see someone already pointed you towards the SEARCH THIS THREAD button.

Some of the bigger things that I can say have changed at the resort since 2008.... Building 5 and 6 have been completed, and the Hotel is almost completed. (primary construction is done on the building).

That will include the new pools for the respective buildings.


I think i also heard that sometime over the past 2 years they are now enforcing a pool (and hot tub) close time of midnight. They used to allow you to stay in them even later if you were not causing any problems (such as extreme amounts of noise)

 

[TotoToo]

Thanks Upatnoon! Ye, we are buying them resale! Great deals out there! It's a lot of points, but we will use them for several different kinds of trips, including taking my whole family on a trip per year! We are excited!

As for the buses...that schedule should be good for us...we usually stay gone most of the day at the parks! Thanks again!

Be careful with amassing too many points. They are great to have but that bill for annual fees goes on forever & it can be a challenge to sell off huge amounts if needed. You should shoot for about 2/3 to 3/4 of the ANNUAL points you think you will use as your ownership. You make up the last 1/4 to 1/3 using pooling, borrowing, rental and trades. With careful planning you may find you never need to own (and pay) for that final slug of points even though you use them most years. Overall it sound like you have it right - buy resale & work the system for your best value. Enjoy!

 

[texasteacher35]

Yes, I think we need an index with links for the thread! LOL It's huge and awesome!

 

[crazyfordisney2000]

Local calls/ 1-800 #'s from the room - do they cost anything? Thanks!

 

[violetrose]

Does anyone know if there is exercise room at Bonnet Creek and if so is there an extra charge to use the facility?

 

[katallo]

Does anyone know if there is exercise room at Bonnet Creek and if so is there an extra charge to use the facility?

They do have an exercise room and there is no charge. There are also pool tables and computers if you want to use them (near resistration building and the pool)

 

[luvtocookinpa]

hello all....is there anything that you would recommend to bring that the kitchen does not have?....i will be cooking almost every night..thanks for the tips!

 

[garmich]

hello all....is there anything that you would recommend to bring that the kitchen does not have?....i will be cooking almost every night..thanks for the tips!

The OP has posted photos of the kitchen utensils that are provided at BC:

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v696/vettechick99/Bonnet Creek/

 

[MichaelColey]

hello all....is there anything that you would recommend to bring that the kitchen does not have?....i will be cooking almost every night..thanks for the tips!

I don't recall exactly what Wyndham Bonnet Creek has, but here's some general observations from the 10-15 timeshares we've stayed at.

Spices and a variety of ziplock bags. Put it all in a big tupperware container (which also comes in handy). That's the main stuff we bring (rather than buy) to most timeshares. Also, if you collect ketchup/mustard/mayo packets, it can be handy to bring those rather than buying a full container.

The kitchen is fairly well stocked with utensils, pots, pans, etc. Nonstick pans can be hit or miss - many people don't know how to clean them properly, so the surfaces get damaged pretty quickly. Cookie sheets and cake pans are often not provided.

A crock pot is one thing that would be very nice to bring (if you have some good crock pot recipes), but probably not very practical to pack unless you're driving. (I know for sure that they don't provide crock pots - I've asked several times.)

We usually bring a set of small plastic bowls that we make jello in. Great, easy dessert. Also, plastic tumblers (if you have small kids). It's amazing how many timeshares only have glassware, even in Orlando (and even DVC).

Hopefully someone can provide some more resort-specific advice for you, but I think most (if not all) of this applies at Wyndham Bonnet Creek.

 

[topolskis]

Excellent thread, lots of great information. Thank you!

 

[dtum]

Staying on property is no longer an option for us as we always do a three family vacation. DD and her family, DS (all by himself for now) and DH and I. This trip we have rented a 4-bed/4-bath house in Windsor Hills. Just came across this thread and saw a 4-bed unit at BC. Can anyone give me rough guess on what the "presidential" unit would run for a 7-10 days. It's interesting about the transportation available because SIN doesn't like to drive to the parks and that would be ideal for them going back and forth. Not for this trip because after we rented the house everyone decided to skip DW and go to US/IOA instead, but next trip..... Totally new to this off-site thing-we've always stayed on site so I'm just learning and collecting info as I go. Thanks! Also, do the units come with sheets, blankets, towels, etc or is it provide your own?

 

[MichaelColey]

My guess on a 4BR would be in the $150-$200 per night range, but a lot of it will depend on the season and the seller. Transportation is pretty regular, 2-3 times an hour. Sheets, blankets, towels, etc. are provided. It's basically just like a large suite at a hotel (just much bigger and with a kitchen), except you don't get daily housekeeping.

 

[teacher31]

For those of you who have booked through Vacationupgrades, has your price ever dropped? I see there is a lower rate for 60 days out and was wondering. I got a great deal for this year at Memorial Day, and am thinking about BC next year at the same time. $60 less a night over 10 nights makes a difference. Anybody?