The we loooooove Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek Part 4

[sheboz]

Is there a list of restaurant delivery to the WBC?
What is the best BBQ restaurant near WBC?

 

[ibob52]

Is there a list of restaurant delivery to the WBC?
What is the best BBQ restaurant near WBC?

Sometimes when I am pondering to give a answer to a question ..

I enter the sentence asked in the above [search] box.

In this case I entered .. Restaurants that Deliver to Bonnet Creek* and there is a match.

Our 1st night tradition is .. we get pizza or pasta delivered by Flippers.

Also .. in the past the *concierge* and/or the *Front Desk* have a list available.

 

[sheboz]

Sometimes when I am pondering to give a answer to a question ..

I enter the sentence asked in the above [search] box.

In this case I entered .. Restaurants that Deliver to Bonnet Creek* and there is a match.

Our 1st night tradition is .. we get pizza or pasta delivered by Flippers.

Also .. in the past the *concierge* and/or the *Front Desk* have a list available.

Sometimes you don't need to be so snarky. I was attempting to get some personal opinions on the surrounding restaurants. I would like to try some local restaurants that are not part of a large chain. We enjoy BBQ. We also have family members with food allergies. I need to look into menu items as well as ingredients.

 

[KristinU]

I answered those that I could...

Newbie here with some questions considering WBC for April 2017. Thank you in advance experts! We usually stay at a Disney moderate but considering other options since we will be going during a peak pricing time (Easter)

1. How is the sleeper sofa in the one bedroom? We are a family of 3 but considering a 2bedroom so everyone has a real bed. It's $150 more for a 2bedroom for 7night stay over a one bedroom.

I'd go for the 2 bedroom to avoid having to make up the sofa bed every day. I'm a big fan of everyone having their own space PLUS some group space for hanging out. (not exactly what you asked but my .02)

2. How often are condo's available early for checkin? Our flight lands around 10am

Ours was ready around 1pm in April on a Friday

6. Aside from more space and less $$$, why do people choose WBC?

Great resort atmosphere, ability to cook your own food, great pools, location. You'll know once you stay there

 

[Meldev]

Is it difficult to book a presidential suite just a couple of months out? I'm looking at rental options on VBRO, Farrell's and more, but can't commit to our dates just yet...

 

[crjack]

We returned over the weekend from our stay at BC. Happy to answer any questions. Our 4 bedroom Presidential Suite could not have been any nicer.....just gorgeous! We were in Tower 6 on FL 16 and looked out directly on to Hollywood Studios and Tower of Terror. We had a perfect view of those fireworks from our balcony. We could also see Epcot fireworks although off more to the side but still visible.

Unit was huge and well equipped. Everyone in our group loved it and it is really a destination in itself. My children and their friends found the lazy river to be fairly crowded but there were so many pools it wasn't an issue.

We were very happy with our stay. Thank you for all of the helpful information posted on this resort.

 

[kaddjr]

Is there a list of restaurant delivery to the WBC?
What is the best BBQ restaurant near WBC?

Bubbaloo's BBQ is our favorite.

 

[ibob52]

Sometimes when I am pondering to give a answer to a question ..

I enter the sentence asked in the above [search] box.

In this case I entered .. Restaurants that Deliver to Bonnet Creek* and there is a match.

Our 1st night tradition is .. we get pizza or pasta delivered by Flippers.

Also .. in the past the *concierge* and/or the *Front Desk* have a list available.

Sometimes you don't need to be so snarky. I was attempting to get some personal opinions on the surrounding restaurants. I would like to try some local restaurants that are not part of a large chain. We enjoy BBQ. We also have family members with food allergies. I need to look into menu items as well as ingredients.

Nope .. I was not being snarky .. But in Retrospect

I probably should not have removed the sentence in my reply that stated

I am *not* being snarky .. and sometimes *tone* can be misinterpreted on the internet.

 

[Abro1975]

Hi, this is my first time posting on Disboards and just noticed the WBC thread. We got a good price (I think) for June 20-25 for a 2BR deluxe, about $185 /night thru WinPointVIP. There are 4 of us, me, my wife, 19 year old son and his 18 year old GF. Anyway, I have a few questions I hope you helpful WBC veterans can help with.
I hate renting cars, to me that defeats a part of the relaxation part of vacation, so I was thinking of using Uber as much as possible , including from the Airport. I know you can't use the cheaper UberX getting picked up at the Airport, so may take a cab or bus or shuttle off airport limits and then call for uber.
Once at Bonnet Creek, can you use Uber back and forth to the Disney Parks (or Transportation Center) without Disney charging an additonal $20 to the uber driver who then would charge me the extra 20 ? Can I have Uber drop me off at Club ESPN or the Contemporary without additional charge to use the International Gateway at Epcot ? WBC says it charges $8/per person for each person for 1 RT to any park, so to me $32 for 4 of us could easily become $64 if we come back for an afternoon swim or rest before heading back out at night to Epcot. Thoughts for both best (cheapest) way to get from Orlando Intl Airport to WBC , and daily transportation to Disney Parks?

Next question, I was planning on using Garden Grocer delivery service to drop off food, beverages, snacks etc for when we get there, and since our plane lands around 5:30, I figure we will get there around 6:30, is WBC front desk or bell/concierge service good about keeping it for you until we arrive?

If we eat at WBC first night we check in, what are the choices for dinner ?

Thanks in advance, everyone !

 

[Dis5150]

Hi, this is my first time posting on Disboards and just noticed the WBC thread. We got a good price (I think) for June 20-25 for a 2BR deluxe, about $185 /night thru WinPointVIP. There are 4 of us, me, my wife, 19 year old son and his 18 year old GF. Anyway, I have a few questions I hope you helpful WBC veterans can help with.
I hate renting cars, to me that defeats a part of the relaxation part of vacation, so I was thinking of using Uber as much as possible , including from the Airport. I know you can't use the cheaper UberX getting picked up at the Airport, so may take a cab or bus or shuttle off airport limits and then call for uber.
Once at Bonnet Creek, can you use Uber back and forth to the Disney Parks (or Transportation Center) without Disney charging an additonal $20 to the uber driver who then would charge me the extra 20 ? Can I have Uber drop me off at Club ESPN or the Contemporary without additional charge to use the International Gateway at Epcot ? WBC says it charges $8/per person for each person for 1 RT to any park, so to me $32 for 4 of us could easily become $64 if we come back for an afternoon swim or rest before heading back out at night to Epcot. Thoughts for both best (cheapest) way to get from Orlando Intl Airport to WBC , and daily transportation to Disney Parks?

Next question, I was planning on using Garden Grocer delivery service to drop off food, beverages, snacks etc for when we get there, and since our plane lands around 5:30, I figure we will get there around 6:30, is WBC front desk or bell/concierge service good about keeping it for you until we arrive?

If we eat at WBC first night we check in, what are the choices for dinner ?

Thanks in advance, everyone !

I can answer Uber questions. DD26 and I used Uber for our whole trip, except first night we stayed at Sports so we could use DME. We took Uber back to the airport ($25-30? I think). We mostly had them drop us off at Boardwalk and used Disney transportation from there. We always buy the refillable mugs so we loved stopping at Boardwalk Bakery for a snack and a fill up every time we passed thru. Plus you can walk to Epcot and DHS from Boardwalk. We got dropped off at Epcot parking lot for W&D half marathon and driver did not have to pay to drive in to drop us off. You would have to get dropped off at TTC for MK as they don't allow Uber/Taxi's to the front gate where busses drop off. We averaged $5-6 for every trip to the Boardwalk. There is a great Uber thread that answers a lot of the general Uber questions. It was made by a driver and he answers questions. I will look for the link and edit this post to add it if I can find it.

ETA: http://disboards.com/threads/everthing-you-wanted-to-know-about-uber-lyft-at-wdw.3443634/

 

[Abro1975]

@Dis5150, Thanks so much for the info ! Makes my decision to use Uber more comfortable. Only decision left is leaving the Airport , whether to use Uber black or Mears OR take shuttle bus or taxi or Airport property to catch a Uber X or XL (we are a party of 4). Not sure if it's worth the hassle, we will be able to get 2 discounts with my wife and I never having used Uber before ! Thanks again.

 

[mulanrouge]

I have a question...I have always wanted to stay at this resort (I have always stayed at Sheraton Vistana Resort) but looking to maybe try something new...and this looks like the one to try...My question is, are all of the 3 bedroom presidential suites on the upper floors? I have a bit of a fear of heights, lol, and don't think i could do those high floors. Can you request a lower floor?

 

[sonomom]

Is there a tower that has lake/pool & firework view??

 

[ELSA711]

I would like to try WBC next summer (June 2017), is it to early to try and request a room now?

 

[mom2my3kids]

Would love some information as well...

 

[Upatnoon]

Is there a tower that has lake/pool & firework view??

Most of the units with a lake view will have a fireworks view because they now have fireworks at Hollywood Studios. Good luck!

 

[crjack]

We just returned and were in Tower 6. We had a perfect view of Hollywood Studios fireworks. Good view o Epct because we were up high.

Tower 5 should also have a good view if facing the lake.

We had a rental car but our kids used Uber sometimes and it was great. Quick and affordable. I don't think the resort runs the shuttle more than 4-5 Times a day.

 

[mmeeccee]

Next question, I was planning on using Garden Grocer delivery service to drop off food, beverages, snacks etc for when we get there, and since our plane lands around 5:30, I figure we will get there around 6:30, is WBC front desk or bell/concierge service good about keeping it for you until we arrive?

If we eat at WBC first night we check in, what are the choices for dinner ?

Thanks in advance, everyone !

I heard Amazon Prime now has 2 hour delivery in certain zip codes in Orlando. I know people are using it for the WDW resorts. You may want to look into this. I heard it was more affordable.

 

[jennynoel]

Abro1975 - I'm interested in your experience with WinPointVIP - their rates are very good. Did you book through VRBO.com? Do you know what additional fees you have to pay (parking, resort fee, etc?)

I'll be looking forward to hearing your review of WinPointVIP. Have a great trip!

Hi, this is my first time posting on Disboards and just noticed the WBC thread. We got a good price (I think) for June 20-25 for a 2BR deluxe, about $185 /night thru WinPointVIP. There are 4 of us, me, my wife, 19 year old son and his 18 year old GF. Anyway, I have a few questions I hope you helpful WBC veterans can help with.
I hate renting cars, to me that defeats a part of the relaxation part of vacation, so I was thinking of using Uber as much as possible , including from the Airport. I know you can't use the cheaper UberX getting picked up at the Airport, so may take a cab or bus or shuttle off airport limits and then call for uber.
Once at Bonnet Creek, can you use Uber back and forth to the Disney Parks (or Transportation Center) without Disney charging an additonal $20 to the uber driver who then would charge me the extra 20 ? Can I have Uber drop me off at Club ESPN or the Contemporary without additional charge to use the International Gateway at Epcot ? WBC says it charges $8/per person for each person for 1 RT to any park, so to me $32 for 4 of us could easily become $64 if we come back for an afternoon swim or rest before heading back out at night to Epcot. Thoughts for both best (cheapest) way to get from Orlando Intl Airport to WBC , and daily transportation to Disney Parks?

Next question, I was planning on using Garden Grocer delivery service to drop off food, beverages, snacks etc for when we get there, and since our plane lands around 5:30, I figure we will get there around 6:30, is WBC front desk or bell/concierge service good about keeping it for you until we arrive?

If we eat at WBC first night we check in, what are the choices for dinner ?

Thanks in advance, everyone !

 

[pepperandchips]

How is the sleeper sofa in the one bedroom? We are a family of 3 but considering a 2bedroom so everyone has a real bed. It's $150 more for a 2bedroom for 7night stay over a one bedroom.

The second bathroom is worth more to me than the "real" bed, but as there are so many 2 bedrooms available you can usually get great rates on them. For my budget, the ~$20 per night is worth having the second bathroom and the second dedicated bedroom. The strangest complaint I had about the 1 bedroom was that the laundry was inside the bath, and there were times I wanted to use the laundry but there was another member of my family in the bathroom.

What buildings have been upgraded recently? Are the condo's quiet or can you hear neighbors?

They were renovated in order, 1-6 with 6 being renovated most recently. We were just in building 6 in the worst room (in my opinion obviously) I've ever had at WBC - at the far end of the hall, overlooking the garbage dumpster and next door to the housekeeping room. It was noisy at all hours of the day (though fairly quiet at night) due to the housekeepers bumping around next door and chatting loudly. I also hated the hustle and bustle of the lobby in tower 6 and would much prefer tower 4 or 5.

Aside from more space and less $$$, why do people choose WBC?

Gorgeous grounds; well-appointed, comfortable, and luxurious rooms; plush bedding; prime location; great pools; no resort fee or parking charge... the list goes on.

Is there a tower that has lake/pool & firework view??

As mentioned above, the Hollywood Studios fireworks are visible from many of the lake/pool view rooms. We were in Tower 4 in a lake view unit in early April and our room was pointed toward the main building (the building is shaped a bit like an arrow, with some rooms facing toward the hotel and some facing toward the main WBC building; ours was the latter) and we had a perfect fireworks view. We were on floor 6 or 7.