Mousekeeping for DVC

[WDW]

I think that for DVC stays we only get Mousekeeping every 4th day. Can you pay to get extra service? Like every 2 days?

[currence]

Yes

[Toocherie]

As currence said, yes, you can, but it is pretty pricey. And it depends on the size of the unit. It also depends as to how many nights you are staying as to what services you get when. If you are staying (I believe) 7 days or less, then on your 4th day all you get is "trash and towel" service--they come in and take out any trash in the buckets, and replace the towels, soap, etc. No changing of beds or cleaning. If you are staying more than 8 days then on the 4th day they do a full cleaning. So, for example, I am going to the Grand Californian weekend after next for Friday, Saturday and Sunday--we will get NO service during that time because we are leaving before our trash and towel day on the 4th day. I'll try to find an example of what the charges are--it ranges from just getting an extra bar of soap to the full-on cleaning. Which resort will you be staying at?

[Toocherie]

Ok, here are the cleaning charges at Saratoga Springs for example (from the member website):

Additional Full Cleaning Rates:

Studio/Inn Room - $30.00 per day requested
One-Bedroom - $45.00 per day requested
Two-Bedroom - $60.00 per day requested
Three-Bedroom - $75.00 per day requested

Additional Trash & Towel Rates:

Studio/Inn Room - $15.00 per day requested
One-Bedroom - $20.00 per day requested
Two-Bedroom - $25.00 per day requested
Three-Bedroom - $35.00 per day requested

And here is more info about how/when the cleaning is done:

Trash & Towel Service
For stays of seven or less nights, Trash & Towel Service is provided on day four, regardless of whether you're using Member-discounted cash, Vacation Points or a combination of both.

With Trash & Towel service, Housekeeping will:

Empty trash and replace liners in trash bins.
Provide fresh bathroom linens.
Replace shampoo, facial soap and bath soap.
Replenish facial tissues, paper towels and toilet paper.
Replenish coffee, sugar, cream and sweeteners.
Replenish dishwashing liquid, dishwashing detergent, sponges and laundry detergent as needed in one-, two- and three-bedroom Vacation Homes.

Full Cleaning Service
For stays of eight or more nights, Full Cleaning Service is provided on day four and Trash & Towel Service is provided on day eight. After that, the cycle begins again on day 12, regardless of whether you're using Member-discounted cash, Vacation Points or a combination of both.

With Full Cleaning service, Housekeeping will provide everything included with the Trash & Towel Service, plus:

Change the bed linens.
Vacuum and dust the Vacation Home.
Clean the bathroom(s).
Clean the kitchen/kitchenette and wash the dishes.


If you want additional soap, etc., here are the costs for that:


Pay As You Play
With Pay As You Play service, you'll be provided with the following amenities free of charge at the start of your stay. After that, you may purchase more for the following fees:

Toiletries Package, $5.00 - 1 facial soap, 1 bath soap, 1 shampoo, 1 conditioner, 1 shower gel
Coffee Package, $3.00 - 1 package of coffee, 8 sugars, 8 creamers, 8 artificial sweeteners
Towel Package, $6.00 - 4 bath towels, 2 hand towels, 4 washcloths, 1 bath mat
Laundry Detergent (only in One-, Two-, and Three-bedroom Vacation Homes), $1.00 - 1 box

[WDW]

Thank you Toocherie. Very, very helpful information.

[GusMan]

I know that for some, they feel like the lack of daily mousekeeping is a downside to DVC. Well, to be honest, its really not a big deal. In fact, I kinda like knowing that someone is NOT going into my room every day. We just have to pick up our own stuff, much like what we would have to do anyway and things remain tidy. If something gets spilled, simply clean it up. Need a quick vacuum? There is one in the room for your use.

I think for what they charge, even for a trash and tidy, is somewhat pricey compared to just being neat about hanging up your towels.

Just my 2 cents.

Keep in mind that if you are at a DVC resort on a cash reservation (ie: not on points) you DO get daily mousekeeping.)

[3Princesses1Prince]

I know that for some, they feel like the lack of daily mousekeeping is a downside to DVC. Well, to be honest, its really not a big deal. In fact, I kinda like knowing that someone is NOT going into my room every day. We just have to pick up our own stuff, much like what we would have to do anyway and things remain tidy. If something gets spilled, simply clean it up. Need a quick vacuum? There is one in the room for your use.

I think for what they charge, even for a trash and tidy, is somewhat pricey compared to just being neat about hanging up your towels.

Just my 2 cents.

Keep in mind that if you are at a DVC resort on a cash reservation (ie: not on points) you DO get daily mousekeeping.)

I agree. It was especially nice if you take mid day naps and you aren't worried about showing up mid clean or having them knocking on the door mid nap.

[WDW]

Thank you GusMan and Princess. Good points. And we are rarely in the room anyway so how much damage can we do?

[Toocherie]

and remember that if you are in a one bedroom or larger unit, you have a washer and dryer and you can wash/dry towels or whatever in between mousekeeping. We certainly have done that. I also like the fact that they are not coming in while I am gone. (Still haven't gotten comfortable enough to leave my computer out yet).