The we loooooove Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek Part 4

[pigletto]

Who do you book your rental car through? Last time we got a decent rate through Enterprise, but I'm having a hard time finding something affordable for this April.

Usually I use the transportation forum to get codes and tips on the best rates for the month we are going. There is usually a dedicated thread for each month where everyone shares the rates and coupons they are finding.
I didn't book the decent rate I saw the other day (it was through my Visa rewards site) and it's gone back up. We have four months though so it should come back down at some point.

 

[TigrLvsPooh]

I'm here now and we are checking out tomorrow. The owner I rented from said there would be cleaning instructions inside the unit but I can't find anything?? I saw on page 1 of this thread we are supposed to put the linens in the bathroom? Strip all beds? Even the beds we didn't use??

 

[linzjane88]

I'm here now and we are checking out tomorrow. The owner I rented from said there would be cleaning instructions inside the unit but I can't find anything?? I saw on page 1 of this thread we are supposed to put the linens in the bathroom? Strip all beds? Even the beds we didn't use??

We checked out about two weeks ago and wondered the same thing. We didn't find any instructions so we called the front desk. The only thing they said to do was load up the dishwasher. I assumed we are to do something with linens and asked specifically and they said no.
Well, my cousin called for me from the room. I was just going to strip everything and she thought I was crazy . She saved me some work.
Eta:they also said dump our food from the fridge which we did. We took our garbage to the chute as well.

 

[Upatnoon]

I'm here now and we are checking out tomorrow. The owner I rented from said there would be cleaning instructions inside the unit but I can't find anything?? I saw on page 1 of this thread we are supposed to put the linens in the bathroom? Strip all beds? Even the beds we didn't use??

Years ago they had instructions for leaving, but they haven't had them in years. Now you just leave, like a hotel.

Obviously the housekeepers would appreciate any break you can give them.

 

[pigletto]

We invited my inlaws to join us on our trip and tried to upgrade to a 3 bedroom today. Unfortunately there was nothing available for our dates in a 3bdrm. We are on a waitlist for a cancellation with Vacation Strategy. We went ahead and booked them into a one bedroom. If I could be relatively assured that we would end up in the same building and same or near floor we would leave it this way to give everyone a bit more privacy. I am just hoping we don't have to tromp over to another building to see Nana and Papa. The folks at Vacation Strategy were helpful and seemed to think they would try to accommodate us at check in and she was willing to note our reservations.
We will see what happens.

 

[linzjane88]

We invited my inlaws to join us on our trip and tried to upgrade to a 3 bedroom today. Unfortunately there was nothing available for our dates in a 3bdrm. We are on a waitlist for a cancellation with Vacation Strategy. We went ahead and booked them into a one bedroom. If I could be relatively assured that we would end up in the same building and same or near floor we would leave it this way to give everyone a bit more privacy. I am just hoping we don't have to tromp over to another building to see Nana and Papa. The folks at Vacation Strategy were helpful and seemed to think they would try to accommodate us at check in and she was willing to note our reservations.
We will see what happens.

After us doing essentially the same thing over Christmas week I would feel somewhat confident in being able to make it happen. We had two 2 bedrooms booked... I'm not sure if mixing up the size of the condo would change anything? I'm not sure how they are distributed across the towers. But hopefully it will work out for you.

 

[cruisingtwins]

Who do you book your rental car through? Last time we got a decent rate through Enterprise, but I'm having a hard time finding something affordable for this April.

Have you heard of Turo? It's like air BnB but for cars.

 

[pigletto]

After us doing essentially the same thing over Christmas week I would feel somewhat confident in being able to make it happen. We had two 2 bedrooms booked... I'm not sure if mixing up the size of the condo would change anything? I'm not sure how they are distributed across the towers. But hopefully it will work out for you.

Thank you, that's good to hear. One of the two options (the 3 bedroom opening up or being placed in the same tower) should come through. I hope so, but plan to make the best of it either way.

 

[Upatnoon]

We invited my inlaws to join us on our trip and tried to upgrade to a 3 bedroom today. Unfortunately there was nothing available for our dates in a 3bdrm. We are on a waitlist for a cancellation with Vacation Strategy. We went ahead and booked them into a one bedroom. If I could be relatively assured that we would end up in the same building and same or near floor we would leave it this way to give everyone a bit more privacy. I am just hoping we don't have to tromp over to another building to see Nana and Papa. The folks at Vacation Strategy were helpful and seemed to think they would try to accommodate us at check in and she was willing to note our reservations.
We will see what happens.

If you went with 1 and 2 bedroom presidential units, they would both be in tower 6. Of course, you would have to pay more.

You could also widen your net by looking for a 4 bedroom as well. The premium to move from 3 to 4 bedrooms may not be too bad.

The resort is compact, so if you have bad luck and are in different towers, it's not a hike.

 

[ibob52]

Thank you, that's good to hear. One of the two options (the 3 bedroom opening up or being placed in the same tower) should come through. I hope so, but plan to make the best of it either way.

You might consider this as a backup plan ...

You may pay a fee to move to a different tower/building (the following day etc)

The fee is for housekeeping to clean the room you vacate.

The fee was $99.00 the last time I checked . . Bell services are available.

 

[TigrLvsPooh]

Years ago they had instructions for leaving, but they haven't had them in years. Now you just leave, like a hotel.

Obviously the housekeepers would appreciate any break you can give them.

Thank you!

 

[pigletto]

You might consider this as a backup plan ...

You may pay a fee to move to a different tower/building (the following day etc)

The fee is for housekeeping to clean the room you vacate.

The fee was $99.00 the last time I checked . . Bell services are available.

Interesting! Might be worth exploring. Thank you!

 

[chekhovgirl]

Usually I use the transportation forum to get codes and tips on the best rates for the month we are going. There is usually a dedicated thread for each month where everyone shares the rates and coupons they are finding.
I didn't book the decent rate I saw the other day (it was through my Visa rewards site) and it's gone back up. We have four months though so it should come back down at some point.

Thanks! I found some good codes for Alamo.

 

[chekhovgirl]

Have you heard of Turo? It's like air BnB but for cars.

No, we have something similar where I live but never thought of using it in lieu of a car rental. Looks like we found a good car rental rate that's better than Turo, but thanks!

 

[Meldev]

I admit I haven't read through this entire thread - just looking to see if anyone has booked via VBRO and what their experience was like?

Also, where would you request to be if your kids love fun pools (water slides/lazy river, etc), but also like convenience to parking....

TIA!

 

[mom2nicky]

I was curious. I have rented a 2 bedroom presidential for a week in March. I know the condo will be in building 6 but I was wondering if the presidential are only on the higher floors, or do I need to request a high floor.

Thanks!

 

[Upatnoon]

I was curious. I have rented a 2 bedroom presidential for a week in March. I know the condo will be in building 6 but I was wondering if the presidential are only on the higher floors, or do I need to request a high floor.

Thanks!

I think the presidential floors start around the 7th. I have been in a non-presidential on the 6th floor, so they are higher than that.

 

[Flyersrock]

First timer at Bonnet Creek, tried to read thru as much as I could for info. It's a little overwhelming. We booked a 4 bedroom presidential suite I was told we would be in tower 2 rep on the phone couldn't really tell me too muchoutside of that, but if anyone knows anything about the views do all the 4bdrm have a pool view? She said we can try back and ask for a specific tower or accommodation a few weeks prior they may be able to change it up. Any suggestions?Would like view of the fireworks for the kids! Thank you in advance

 

[KristinU]

Since we didn't rally do too much cooking on our first trip I didn't pay too much attention to the cooking utensils available, and I really should have for future reference since it was clear that we'd be returning!

Anyone have a list of what's in the drawers? And how about grilling implements? We saw some folks grilling on those great-looking grills and definitely plan to do a couple of meals like that on our next trip. Should we plan to pack along a spatula and tongs, or are they provided? If you use the grills and sit at the picnic tables, do you bring along your own paper plates? Or are a few provided? And DH and I can bring down an adult beverage to have while grilling and eating, correct?

 

[chekhovgirl]

Since we didn't rally do too much cooking on our first trip I didn't pay too much attention to the cooking utensils available, and I really should have for future reference since it was clear that we'd be returning!

Anyone have a list of what's in the drawers? And how about grilling implements? We saw some folks grilling on those great-looking grills and definitely plan to do a couple of meals like that on our next trip. Should we plan to pack along a spatula and tongs, or are they provided? If you use the grills and sit at the picnic tables, do you bring along your own paper plates? Or are a few provided? And DH and I can bring down an adult beverage to have while grilling and eating, correct?

They supply all basic kitchen utensils, but nothing for grilling. We have gotten by using the plastic spatula and forks, depending on what we were cooking, but it's not ideal. Yes, bring your own paper plates and any other disposable things like that. If you're planning on grilling a lot, you might want to bring a few Tupperware type containers to carry food down in. They supply glass bowls with tops, but plastic would be much easier/won't break on the concrete! Not sure about the alcohol.