BWV Rennovation Photos

[DisneyJen]

Greetings all from the BWV! DJ's DH and I celebrated ourt 25th anniversary on Wednesday and received some pixie dust on Thursday when we were treated to a quick tour of the rennovated rooms. The project isn't completed yet but they are scheduled to open this section (fifth floor) tomorrow.

Current Hallway Carpet and Paint

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New Hallway Carpet, Wallpaper and Paint

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[DisneyJen]

New paint and picture as you enter the foyer of the 1 BDR.

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Sorry these are dark but I felt I was really pushing it by taking photos since the project leader was being so nice to me. These are the new drapes in the living area. The sofas will be recovered during the project. There are new flatscreen TVs and Dressers. This is a HA rooms so those items had not been installed yet.

Drapes

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New Lamps and Table in Living Area

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[Teachckg]

Thanks for sharing!!

[MinnieFan4ever]

I think the halls look great, and I love that lamp. Really cute.

Thanks for the sneak peak!:thumbsup2

[DisneyJen]

New Color Scheme in Master Bath

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New Stackable Washer and Dryers (Frigidaire) were added as well. They are not HE but hopefully they will dry faster than the current ones:lmao:

New Paint Scheme, Lamp and Table in Master BDR
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As you can see the new linens and whatnot are not on the beds yet. That will happen today. I'll try to see if there is more pixie dust around:wizard:

New Drapes in Master BDR (Sorry they aren't brighter)
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[Cajun28]

Thanks for the pics, DisneyJen and congratulations on your anniversary.

My wife and I will be celebrating our 29th anniversary at the BWV in Nov, so I'm looking forward to seeing the new rooms in person (Fingers crossed that the renovations we be finished by then).

[jekjones1558]

Thanks! I have been so anxious to see what is being done!

[DisneyJen]

New Color Scheme and Painting over Sofa in Studio

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I just LOVE this artwork!!

New Light Fixture over Bed in Studio

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New Color Scheme in Studio Bath

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[DisneyJen]

Here is a close up of the new carpet in the rooms:

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[DisneyJen]

New appliances in the kitchen include a ceramic top stove, new frig, dishwasher and micro. The counters will remain the same. I forgot to look at the floor in the kitchen to see if they made any changes.

On the exterior a new roof has been added as well as new awnings.

The floor of the patios have been painted a sandy color and the underneath a sky blue (this is what you see if you look at the balcony above you.

The project is scheduled to be completed in Janauary. However, I was told that they will stop around Christmas time since they need the rooms for occupancy. Evidently there will be some small items that are atteneded to after Jan. 1.

[DisneyJen]

Thanks for sharing!!

You're welcome!

I think the halls look great, and I love that lamp. Really cute.

Thanks for the sneak peak!:thumbsup2

Glad to share. I really love the whimsical approach they have taken in the rooms with the lamps

Thanks for the pics, DisneyJen and congratulations on your anniversary.

My wife and I will be celebrating our 29th anniversary at the BWV in Nov, so I'm looking forward to seeing the new rooms in person (Fingers crossed that the renovations we be finished by then).

Thank you ... and congrats to you and your bride:thumbsup2

Thanks! I have been so anxious to see what is being done!

My pleasure. DJ's DH thought I had lost my mind with how excited I was to see the rooms:scared1:

[Cajun28]

DisneyJen, You answered my question in your last post. I guess the renovation won't be finished in time for our Thanksgiving trip. Here's hoping we get a renovated room.

Thanks again for the pictures. They are great!

[BLLB]

Thank you so much for posting. I think it looks great! We will be back April 2010, can't wait.

[TheDISneyFamily]

:lovestruc Happy Anniversary!!! :lovestruc
Thanks for posting!!! :thumbsup2 I've been waiting to see what the refurb rooms look like. I can't wait to see them in person in December for our Holiday stay! :goodvibes

[5forDiz]

Thanks DisneyJen great photos !!

Like the new artwork & lamps especially tea cups lamp ( at least that's what I think they are :) ). Think I'm kinda sorry to see picket fence wallpaper & footprints carpet are gone....but the halls do look nice & fresh and hotair balloons & hidden Mickey's are nice touch :thumbsup2

[Inkmahm]

Here is a close up of the new carpet in the rooms:

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Wow, I really like that! Makes up for the changes in the hallways. They're okay, but I like the old picket fence better.

[Sammie]

Thanks for sharing. Love the lamps, artwork, room carpet, do not care at all for the color scheme of the halls.

Cajun, you might get a new room, they will continue rehabbing one floor at a time until all are done.

[jekjones1558]

All the replacements are needed and appreciated. Just wish they would replace the stacking washer/dryer units. The dryers especially are very poor. Thanks again, DisneyJen!

[DisneyJen]

Thank you so much for posting. I think it looks great! We will be back April 2010, can't wait.

I actually like what they have done to the rooms. I really like the carpet in the hallways but I surely will miss my picket fence:rolleyes:

:lovestruc Happy Anniversary!!! :lovestruc
Thanks for posting!!! :thumbsup2 I've been waiting to see what the refurb rooms look like. I can't wait to see them in person in December for our Holiday stay! :goodvibes

Thank you for the anniversary wishes. We had an incredible Intimate Dinner at the GF.

My understanding from the project manager is that all the rooms should be done by Christmas.

Thanks DisneyJen great photos !!

Like the new artwork & lamps especially tea cups lamp ( at least that's what I think they are :) ). Think I'm kinda sorry to see picket fence wallpaper & footprints carpet are gone....but the halls do look nice & fresh and hotair balloons & hidden Mickey's are nice touch :thumbsup2

I will miss the picket fence on the walls and the footprint carpet as well. I really like the new carpet but not so much in terms of the new wall treatments.

I agree the new artwork and lamps are fun!

Wow, I really like that! Makes up for the changes in the hallways. They're okay, but I like the old picket fence better.

I like the room changes more than the hallway changes. I do wish there had been a way to keep the picket fence theme.

Thanks for sharing. Love the lamps, artwork, room carpet, do not care at all for the color scheme of the halls.

Cajun, you might get a new room, they will continue rehabbing one floor at a time until all are done.

I agree 100 percent Sammie!

Actually the Project Manager told me that the next phase, which starts on Monday, includes taking rooms on floors 1 through 4 out of service in the same section that they just completed on floor 5. These are standard and pool view near the elevator.

[DisneyJen]

All the replacements are needed and appreciated. Just wish they would replace the stacking washer/dryer units. The dryers especially are very poor. Thanks again, DisneyJen!

I am doing laundry as I write ... and the clothing in the dryer is on its second cycle:laundy: The new dryers have to be better!

Hopefully the new dishwashers will be quieter as well.

All units, including the studios, will have a DVD player and an iHome:cool1:

[Pete W.]

The project isn't completed yet but they are scheduled to open this section (fifth floor) tomorrow.


Is this the section beginning near the elevators with the standard view rooms on the left as you proceed down the hall? Just trying to figure out in what order the rooms are being done. There was an earlier report of work being done on 1st floor rooms at the end of the proverbial long hallway.

Thanks for sharing!

[Ms. WDW]

Thank you for sharing the pictures!! I guess hoping that the renovations would be complete by next Friday is just a little too much to ask for; right?? :lmao::lmao: I arrive Saturday the 20h and I can't wait.....:banana::banana:

[LisaS]

New appliances in the kitchen include a ceramic top stove...Glad to hear we'll be rid of the old stoves. We always seemed to get one with a couple of bent heating elements. Used to drive me crazy trying to get them to stay down.

I will miss the picket fence in the hallways. I don't like the new wallpaper at all. I do like the whimsical lamps though.

Thanks for taking the time to post these photos and Happy Anniversary!

[DebbieB]

Awesome! I hope we get a renovated room in early December (boardwalk view).

[bobbiwoz]

Thanks for the pictures. I'm happy to see the work being done.

Happy Anniversary.:love:

Bobbi:goodvibes

[wildernessDad]

The refurb looks great! Maybe it's time to buy a BWV resale! ;)

[supersuperwendy]

:goodvibes Wow! Thanks so much for posting the pictures! :goodvibes

[ABE4DISNEY]

Love it!! Love it!! Love it!!
I think I've decided where I'm vacationing next year!!:cool1:

[CaliforniaDreaming]

Thanks for the preview! Can't wait to see the villas when they're finished!

[tksbaskets]

SWEET! Thanks for sharing! I LOVE the new hallway decor. Can't wait to get back there now....:goodvibes

[Tara]

I know some of these changes haven't been very popular with BWV fans, but I think the changes look great! It seems much more in keeping with the rest of the resort now and more "themed."

[snappy]

Is the wallpaper in the studio bath (non HA) being changed out?

[Illuminations_Rocks]

Ohhh I love it! Hopefully DH and I can get a reno'd room when we go late August!

[minnieluvzmickey]

I'll be there next sunday...........i wonder if there is any chance for a renovated room?

[littlestar]

This is wonderful news. BWV needed this badly. Now I'm sorry I sold my BWV points (laughter).

[BWVNUT]

Happy Anniversary, Jen!

Thanks for the photos! Love the lamps and the carpeting, but NOT that wallpaper!

Thanks for the cam too!

:goodvibes

[dis-happy]

Nice to see the new changes....thank you for posting!!!!

Love it all, but will miss the hallway carpet....loved the "sandy footprint" you could see in the old pattern. Did you notice any Hidden Mickey's in the new carpet?

[Disney Princess]

Thanks for posting these! We are so excited to stay in the new digs! :thumbsup2

[MickeyCrazed]

Thanks so much for the pictures. I have been waiting anxiously for someone to post about the changes at the Boardwalk. Do you know if the new appliances in the kitchen will be stainless steel or white?

[DisneyJen]

Sorry I didn't respond sooner but we had an early flight (okay 10:25 a.m.:lmao:) yesterday morning.

Is this the section beginning near the elevators with the standard view rooms on the left as you proceed down the hall? Just trying to figure out in what order the rooms are being done. There was an earlier report of work being done on 1st floor rooms at the end of the proverbial long hallway.

Thanks for sharing!

Yes Pete ... it was the first 28 rooms near the elevators with the Standard View on the left and Pool/Garden on the right.

Glad to share!

Thank you for sharing the pictures!! I guess hoping that the renovations would be complete by next Friday is just a little too much to ask for; right?? :lmao::lmao: I arrive Saturday the 20h and I can't wait.....:banana::banana:

The first set of new rooms were released yesterday morning ... so depending on what view you have you may luck out!

Glad to hear we'll be rid of the old stoves. We always seemed to get one with a couple of bent heating elements. Used to drive me crazy trying to get them to stay down.

I will miss the picket fence in the hallways. I don't like the new wallpaper at all. I do like the whimsical lamps though.

Thanks for taking the time to post these photos and Happy Anniversary!

My pleasure on posting. Thanks for the anniversary wishes.

I agree on the stoves. They are so hard to keep clean as well since stuff would drop under the elements and then burn off:eek:

I love the lamps too.

Awesome! I hope we get a renovated room in early December (boardwalk view).

My understanding from the CMs I spoke with is that those BWV rooms should be done by December.

Thanks for the pictures. I'm happy to see the work being done.

Happy Anniversary.:love:

Bobbi:goodvibes

Thanks Bobbi! Looking forward to the tree exchange at BWV in December:santa:

The refurb looks great! Maybe it's time to buy a BWV resale! ;)

I tried to talk DJ's DH into adding more points since we have a new and improved resort:rotfl: Didn't work.

:goodvibes Wow! Thanks so much for posting the pictures! :goodvibes

Sure!

Love it!! Love it!! Love it!!
I think I've decided where I'm vacationing next year!!:cool1:

Can't beat the BWV for location! The room improvements are icing on the cake for us.

Thanks for the preview! Can't wait to see the villas when they're finished!

SWEET! Thanks for sharing! I LOVE the new hallway decor. Can't wait to get back there now....:goodvibes

You're welcome!

I know some of these changes haven't been very popular with BWV fans, but I think the changes look great! It seems much more in keeping with the rest of the resort now and more "themed."

We grew up going to the Jersey Shore and Atlantic City. Honestly neither the before or after reminded us of what we saw.

I really like the new carpet. I suspect the wall paper will grow on me.

Is the wallpaper in the studio bath (non HA) being changed out?

No wallpaper ... fresh paint.

Ohhh I love it! Hopefully DH and I can get a reno'd room when we go late August!

I'll be there next sunday...........i wonder if there is any chance for a renovated room?

Depends on your view. Pixie Dust to you both!

This is wonderful news. BWV needed this badly. Now I'm sorry I sold my BWV points (laughter).

What!!! Sold your BWV points???? Where is that head smacking smilie:lmao:

Happy Anniversary, Jen!

Thanks for the photos! Love the lamps and the carpeting, but NOT that wallpaper!

Thanks for the cam too!

:goodvibes

Thanks Nut!

Glad you enjoyed the cam ... even with the duct tape that kept melting.

Nice to see the new changes....thank you for posting!!!!

Love it all, but will miss the hallway carpet....loved the "sandy footprint" you could see in the old pattern. Did you notice any Hidden Mickey's in the new carpet?

Yes on the HMs. If you look closely at the photo I took of the carpet you can see the HMs. They are upside down in the pattern.

Thanks for posting these! We are so excited to stay in the new digs! :thumbsup2

Us too!

Thanks so much for the pictures. I have been waiting anxiously for someone to post about the changes at the Boardwalk. Do you know if the new appliances in the kitchen will be stainless steel or white?

They are white. They kept the counters, cabinets and wall tile all the same so stainless just wouldn't have looked right.

[Ms. WDW]

I'll be there next sunday...........i wonder if there is any chance for a renovated room?


That's exactly what I was thinking!! I'll be there starting Saturday. Boy that would be "sweet" getting one of those newly renovated rooms!!!:thumbsup2

Have a great time!! I know I will!!:dance3:

[hygienejean]

Wow! thanks for the pics! I love the teacup lamp....:goodvibes

Any idea if they are going to make the chair some sort of sleeper in the livingroom? Something like AKV and BLT? I would LOVE that!

thanks!

[DisneyJen]

That's exactly what I was thinking!! I'll be there starting Saturday. Boy that would be "sweet" getting one of those newly renovated rooms!!!:thumbsup2

Have a great time!! I know I will!!:dance3:

There are only some 28 rooms which are renovated (although the sofas have not been recovered as of yet). Here's some :wizard: that it comes through!

Wow! thanks for the pics! I love the teacup lamp....:goodvibes

Any idea if they are going to make the chair some sort of sleeper in the livingroom? Something like AKV and BLT? I would LOVE that!

thanks!

The chair that I saw in the living area of the 1 BDR is the chair that has been in the BWV forever and is not a sleeper chair. Now that doesn't mean that they won't replace it ... we were in a HA room so I know some of the stuff is different.

[CaliforniaDreaming]

Not that it isn't possible, but do you really think there is enough room in the living room for a sleep chair? I mean, the chair sits in front of the connecting door as it is, and when used as a two bedroom, I can't even imagine going into the second bedroom while a twin sleeper would be pulled out.

[Pete W.]

It's not like the sleeper chair would be folded out during the day. It's a great option not only for parties of 5, but for those who need more sleeping flexibility. We have 2 kids, DS14 and DD10 so this arrangement would work nicely for us, even though I don't think we'll ever go back to a 1BR unit since we've become so spoiled with the 2BR units.

[IggyLans]

My wife and I will be celebrating our 29th anniversary at the BWV in Nov, so I'm looking forward to seeing the new rooms in person (Fingers crossed that the renovations we be finished by then).

I'm hoping with you! We'll be there in November as well!

[RAD]

Thanks for posting. Very happy to see the hallway carpet finally getting replaced. We had 5006 in May and as we left to room you could really see how bad the carpet had gotten the closer you got to the elevators.

Sorry if I missed this, are they also replacing the TV's with flat screens or do we still have the old Sony's?

[DisneyJen]

Thanks for posting. Very happy to see the hallway carpet finally getting replaced. We had 5006 in May and as we left to room you could really see how bad the carpet had gotten the closer you got to the elevators.

Sorry if I missed this, are they also replacing the TV's with flat screens or do we still have the old Sony's?

The carpets really are showing their age ... although I miss the old footprints in the sand carpet. I do like the new colors and design of the new carpet.

Yes, they are replacing the Sony televisions with flat screens. I am not sure which brand. Our tour was of a HA 1 BDR and Studio. Those do not have the new TVs as of yet since the special order dressers/stands haven't arrived yet. They will get them ... eventually!

[RAD]

The carpets really are showing their age ... although I miss the old footprints in the sand carpet. I do like the new colors and design of the new carpet.

Yes, they are replacing the Sony televisions with flat screens. I am not sure which brand. Our tour was of a HA 1 BDR and Studio. Those do not have the new TVs as of yet since the special order dressers/stands haven't arrived yet. They will get them ... eventually!

Thanks for the info, too bad next visit is over at OKW.

They've installed LG's over at AKV so I'd bet they'll be LG's also, probably gets a nice big volumn discount.

[mikey1]

Are they refurbing every single room?
Won't be there until JULY/AUGUST 2010 but will be nice to know that we are guaranteed a nice new room if so.:)

[Pete W.]

Are they refurbing every single room?


Yes. All rooms are supposed to be done end of this year.

[DVC Grammy]

Love the new look! It's so much brighter. :thumbsup2
I'll be there for 12 days in January and I hope the work will be done (or at least my room(s) will be :rolleyes1).

[Flyerfan]

We'll be there in September...our first BWV stay. The new look is so fresh! My fingers crossed for a renovated studio. :goodvibes

[Goofy's apprentice]

I'm really looking forward to seeing the improvements. We will be there in October so maybe we won't have a new room, but next year hopefully.

I for one thought that the hallways were badly in need up renovating. The carpets especially just looked so tired and worn. I do agree that the new carpet and wallpaper lack some of the charm of the old ones, but I vote for clean and new. Overall the resort is wonderful and this will make it even more so.

[DisneyJen]

Are they refurbing every single room?
Won't be there until JULY/AUGUST 2010 but will be nice to know that we are guaranteed a nice new room if so.:)

All of the rooms on the Inn side are completed. All the rooms on the Villa side will be completed by the end of January.

Love the new look! It's so much brighter. :thumbsup2
I'll be there for 12 days in January and I hope the work will be done (or at least my room(s) will be :rolleyes1).

The work should be done then:thumbsup2

We'll be there in September...our first BWV stay. The new look is so fresh! My fingers crossed for a renovated studio. :goodvibes

Here is some pixie dust that you get a renovated studio ... and that you will post photos:wizard:

I'm really looking forward to seeing the improvements. We will be there in October so maybe we won't have a new room, but next year hopefully.

I for one thought that the hallways were badly in need up renovating. The carpets especially just looked so tired and worn. I do agree that the new carpet and wallpaper lack some of the charm of the old ones, but I vote for clean and new. Overall the resort is wonderful and this will make it even more so.

DJ's DH and I just :love: our BWV. I agree that the hallway carpet has been beat for at least a year or so while the most recent rooms carpets have held up relatively well.

I really will miss the picket fence in the hallways with the Mickey heads ... wish that they could have incorporated it into the redesign.

[SUSIEQ]

I really will miss the picket fence in the hallways with the Mickey heads ... wish that they could have incorporated it into the redesign.

Me too!

[Checkers]

:cheer2:Happy Anniversary, Jen and thanks for sharing the pictures. Everything looks lovely!

[Debi]

I gotta say, I'm not a fan of the new wallpaper in the hallway, but the rest of the rennovation looks great! Can't wait to see it first hand in August.

[katieandemismom]

This post seriously made me look at BWV for our add-on. There are some great deals out there, and I think some points there may be in our future.

[DisneyJen]

This post seriously made me look at BWV for our add-on. There are some great deals out there, and I think some points there may be in our future.

Both of our contracts are at BWV. When we added on to our original BWV contract I tried to talk DJ's DH into looking at BWV or OKW or SSR (AKL and BLT weren't available yet) but there was no way.

We just love the BWV ... the location is the best for our family as we can walk to EPCOT or DHS. Those are the two parks where we spend the majority of or time.

Our first stay was in a 2BDR at OKW and I loved all the space ... but I hated taking the bus or driving to the parks.

Although the rooms at BWV are smaller than OKW you just can't beat the location and of course a BW view. Nothing like sitting on your balcony after a long day of park hopping with an adult beverage and watching IllumiNations and then Wishes:love:

With the freshened up rooms it will be that much better:cloud9:

[BraveMom3]

I love the new hallway colors - so much more cheerful. Kids and me will be there for July 3 & 4 of our 2-week trip in a STANDARD studio. I would love to get one of the renovated rooms!!

[DebbieB]

Bump - any recent updates?

[WALTSAGOD]

Thanks for sharing.

[FingZing]

Thanks for the photos of the up-dates!!

[jennybobenny]

It's been so long since we've stayed at Boardwalk - your pictures made me "home"sick. :) I had to call my dh over to the computer to show him the new carpeting and color schemes - I love them! And believe it or not - I love the carpeting in the hallway, especially the "swirl" hidden mickeys intersecting with hearts....very homey.
Thanks for taking the time to post the photos. Can't wait until our Thanksgiving trip.

[kimberh]

We have a stay this Oct, I am so glad to see these pictures...It makes me want to go that much more. Thanks for posting. I am so glad they remodeling this beautiful resort!!!

[Deb & Bill]

Well, at least you won't fall asleep while you are walking down the endless corridors. Not a fan of that carpet. But, since we never stay at BWV, it really doesn't matter, no?

[DVCtinkerbell]

We just returned home from a week stay at the BoardWalk. Lot's of painting was being done on the exterior of the villas. It looks great. The scaffolding in the quiet pool area has been removed. There is a staging area behind valet parking that we could see people/workers, construction trucks, etc. coming and going throughout the day. There was one short hallway (prefered views) on the second floor that had the new color scheme. We never saw any workers in the hallways. Anyone we spoke to had an "old" room.

As a side note, our "old" room was in pretty good shape. No problems to report.

[Snow Shoe]

We're going home in October, and I'm really looking foward to seeing all the new painting, carpets, and other things. Thanks for the photos.

[antree]

OMG, I am so Excited!:cool1: It looks great. we will be there in February. The hotel needed it bad. I can't wait to show the pictures to the rest of my family.
Happy Anniversary. We will be there for ours in February, along with 4 birthdays.

[DisneyJen]

We just returned home from a week stay at the BoardWalk. Lot's of painting was being done on the exterior of the villas. It looks great. The scaffolding in the quiet pool area has been removed. There is a staging area behind valet parking that we could see people/workers, construction trucks, etc. coming and going throughout the day. There was one short hallway (prefered views) on the second floor that had the new color scheme. We never saw any workers in the hallways. Anyone we spoke to had an "old" room.

As a side note, our "old" room was in pretty good shape. No problems to report.

The interior of our "old" room was in pretty good shape when we were there in June. The outside awnings and porch definitely needed cleaning.

We're going home in October, and I'm really looking foward to seeing all the new painting, carpets, and other things. Thanks for the photos.

Glad to share!

OMG, I am so Excited!:cool1: It looks great. we will be there in February. The hotel needed it bad. I can't wait to show the pictures to the rest of my family.
Happy Anniversary. We will be there for ours in February, along with 4 birthdays.

Sounds like you are going to have quite the celebration in Februarypixiedust:

We did so enjoy our anniversary at WDW!

[Weluvdisny]

Over on the resort photos board, someone stayed in a refurb room at the BWI and her pictures show a sofa/daybed that will sleep one person in a 2 Q bed studio.

I've never stayed in just a studio room at BWV, do some have 2 Q beds that can hold a sofa in the room too? I have 2 teenage DSs that would rather not sleep together and this would be perfect!!

[jekjones1558]

All BWV studios have one queen bed and one full sized sleep sofa. Some of the dedicated studios have what is called a "day bed" but it is really more like a deep bench with a cushion. These day bed rooms can not be guaranteed. And there is no way that the day bed is even close to the size a teen would need to sleep.

[Deb & Bill]

All BWV studios have one queen bed and one full sized sleep sofa. Some of the dedicated studios have what is called a "day bed" but it is really more like a deep bench with a cushion. These day bed rooms can not be guaranteed. And there is no way that the day bed is even close to the size a teen would need to sleep.

That "day bed" is about the size of a crib mattress only not as thick.

[bangzoom6877]

Everything is sounding so great...can't wait to go next July! It will be our first trip home. I definitely feel like we bought at BWV at just the right time, perfect timing for our first trip home...feels like they are rolling out the red carpet! Hey, I can dream, can't I? It's all part of the magic. ;)

[Weluvdisny]

All BWV studios have one queen bed and one full sized sleep sofa. Some of the dedicated studios have what is called a "day bed" but it is really more like a deep bench with a cushion. These day bed rooms can not be guaranteed. And there is no way that the day bed is even close to the size a teen would need to sleep.

The pic of the room I am referring to has a full size green sofa and the gal that took the pics (I'm not sure how old she is) is sleeping on it. It will definately sleep an adult. Maybe the dedicated studio rooms will get them. Here it is:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2084789&page=4

[Mickey'sApprentice]

The pic of the room I am referring to has a full size green sofa and the gal that took the pics (I'm not sure how old she is) is sleeping on it. It will definately sleep an adult. Maybe the dedicated studio rooms will get them. Here it is:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2084789&page=4

Those are rooms in the Boardwalk Inn.

[Weluvdisny]

Those are rooms in the Boardwalk Inn.

I realize that as I stated in my previous thread on the other page. I was just wondering if the BWV rooms were going to look like this too.

[Mahusky]

I talked to MS about my upcoming trip August 1st to check to make sure I requested a high floor Boardwalk View. The CM said "yes I see thats however there is a note here that the top two floor will be closed due to renovations"!

Bummer was hoping that I might get lucky!;)

[auntsue]

Thanks for sharing such great pictures. It really does make you homesick especially seeing everything sparkling new, and we won't be returning until January. I hope I can hold out that long.

[Deb & Bill]

I realize that as I stated in my previous thread on the other page. I was just wondering if the BWV rooms were going to look like this too.

No, they will not look that way after they are renovated. They will look generally the same with about the same sleeping arrangements if not the exact sleeping arrangements as before. The so-called "daybed" fits where the door would be if the studio connected to a one bedroom to make a two bedroom lockoff. So it is located along the wall and would as long as a door is wide - about 3.5' to 4' long. There isn't enough room in the studio for a twin sized day bed (you get the double sized sleeper sofa in that space).

[DisneyJen]

I talked to MS about my upcoming trip August 1st to check to make sure I requested a high floor Boardwalk View. The CM said "yes I see thats however there is a note here that the top two floor will be closed due to renovations"!

Bummer was hoping that I might get lucky!;)

Thanks for the update.

Please let us know what floor you to get ... you never know you may get a renovated room:wizard:

Thanks for sharing such great pictures. It really does make you homesick especially seeing everything sparkling new, and we won't be returning until January. I hope I can hold out that long.

I am always homesick for the BWV:goodvibes

[50 years Too!]

Any more info on how far it is to being finished.
I'm interested to know if the Boardwalk View 1 Bedrooms are completed.

Thanks, Deb

[minniecarousel]

Going in Dec - can we ask for a refurb room? Or a better question is: what to request to be assured of getting a refurb room. We will have a dedicated 2 bedroom.

[PamOKW]

Thanks for taking the time to share. Overall, it looks great. Have to say I'm sad to see the "fence" in the hallway gone...I thought that was a whimsical touch!

[Deb & Bill]

Going in Dec - can we ask for a refurb room? Or a better question is: what to request to be assured of getting a refurb room. We will have a dedicated 2 bedroom.

There are no dedicated two bedroom villas at BWV. Only lockoffs.

[minniecarousel]

There are no dedicated two bedroom villas at BWV. Only lockoffs.

oops - must be a dedicated at SSR then. One of our reservations said dedicated.

So, what's the best way to get a refurb room? It sounds as though there will still non-completed room in December.

[itradehilton]

Does anyone have more pics of the renovations?

[Mouser76]

Wow. The rooms look great. I love the lamp.

[mmackeymouse]

Does anyone have more pics of the renovations?



I second the request. If anyone has more general pictures, rather than pics of specific things (artwork, lamps, etc), that would be much appreciated!

[MARY-IN-OH]

Couple of hallway pics. I like them both (it was our first trip to BWW, so it all felt new to us!), but I do think I like the new carpeting better. Our room was not renovated, but everything in the room was very fresh and clean. We didn't really think it needs renovation! We saw a lady bringing an IHome Ipod thing to the room, my dd did wish that we had that in our room, I asked the CM about it, she said "sorry, those don't get put in to rooms until they are renovated".
-mary

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o277/maryinoh/P1040142.jpg


http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o277/maryinoh/P1040143.jpg

[ElizabethB]

Boy, the contrast between old and new is stark. The old hallways were beautiful -- and very cleverly themed. The new ones are bland -- look like a Marriott. Yuck!

[MK032197]

Does anyone know with the Boardwalk renovations if they have altered the sleeping options in a 1 bedroom villa? I am curious if they have added the sleeper chair like BLT and AKL?

[tn4mickey]

I like the new decor. While the hallways don't have the theming the old carpet really showed dirt and they were always cleaning. I think the new will hold up a little better. I was there last week and went in the preview rooms from the boardwalk to see the changes. The artwork is really nice! I just ordered one of the pictures that used to be over the sofa in the studios for my bedroom! DH and I are going down Friday and our ressie was changed from BWV/BW view to BCV due to the renovations. The whole middle section under the Boardwalk sign was covered in scaffolding last week.

[jekjones1558]

Does anyone know with the Boardwalk renovations if they have altered the sleeping options in a 1 bedroom villa? I am curious if they have added the sleeper chair like BLT and AKL?

No sleeper chair has been reported by those who have posted about the renovated rooms.

[Pidge]

We were at BWV last week in a renovated one-bedroom, AWESOME! No sleeper chair, but the room was great and spotless. It was DH's first time to BWV and he kept saying how much he liked the room and the resort. We can't wait to go back in February! I'll try to post some pictures later.

Pidge

[DisneyJen]

We were at BWV last week in a renovated one-bedroom, AWESOME! No sleeper chair, but the room was great and spotless. It was DH's first time to BWV and he kept saying how much he liked the room and the resort. We can't wait to go back in February! I'll try to post some pictures later.

Pidge

Thanks Pidge!

Were the new TVs in place yet?

[Pidge]

Yes! A flat screen in the living room area and one in the bedroom.

Pidge

[DisneyJen]

Yes! A flat screen in the living room area and one in the bedroom.

Pidge

YEAH!!!:cool1:

Glad to hear that the TVs are finally there and in place. When I took the pictures in June at the beginning of this thread the renovation team was waiting on the furniture for the TVs.

If you have photos and can post them I know we would all appreciate it!

What view and floor where you on?

[Pidge]

We were in room 3025. Our room had a view of the little canal where the water taxi runs. The armoire which holds the television in the livingroom has a Mickey head design in the wood (or faux wood, not sure). It was pretty wild! I did get a picture of this and will try and post it this evening.

Pidge

[DisneyJen]

We were in room 3025. Our room had a view of the little canal where the water taxi runs. The armoire which holds the television in the livingroom has a Mickey head design in the wood (or faux wood, not sure). It was pretty wild! I did get a picture of this and will try and post it this evening.

Pidge

Sounds very cool!

Thanks so much!

[dan and scott]

We took a sneek peek at the hallways down on the bottom floor last week.
While I don't care for the themeless hallway walls (yellow is my fave color:confused3) the carpet is much improved over the "Always Dirty" 2nd refurbed carpet. The original board carpet is still my fave. The new colored updated rosey doors really do look great over the 90's dark green. Never really understood why dark green was the color choice for the doors. But the rose color ties in nice with the outdoor color of the BW. We were at our other home BLT for the 1st time last week and enjoyed it. 2 Very different resorts but love them both, with the BW you just can't beat the transportation choices/location even though we were on a monorail resort.

Scott

[MissMet]

Just checked in today. Got a totally refurbished 1-bed on the 5th floor.

Gorgeous & LOVE the flat screens! :cool1:

Later today I'll be posting pics of the room in my tr if anyone would like to see. Just click the link in my sig. :thumbsup2

[DisneyJen]

Just checked in today. Got a totally refurbished 1-bed on the 5th floor.

Gorgeous & LOVE the flat screens! :cool1:

Later today I'll be posting pics of the room in my tr if anyone would like to see. Just click the link in my sig. :thumbsup2

That's great MissMet!! I am heading over to your TR now:thumbsup2

[PolynesianAlex]

hmmm maybe we should buy BWV resale instead of bay lake tower

[MissMet]

Here's our 5th floor 1-bed, complete with the new flat screens. :thumbsup2

http://img183.imageshack.us/img183/6412/p9280265.jpg (http://img183.imageshack.us/i/p9280265.jpg/)
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[PolynesianAlex]

Here's our 5th floor 1-bed, complete with the new flat screens. :thumbsup2

http://img183.imageshack.us/img183/6412/p9280265.jpg (http://img183.imageshack.us/i/p9280265.jpg/)
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http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/4461/p9280269.jpg (http://img40.imageshack.us/i/p9280269.jpg/)

u just made it so hard to decide between BLT or BWV:lmao::headache::lmao:

[kimberh]

I have a one bedroom stay coming up next month. This makes me so excited to go even more. :goodvibes

[DisneyJen]

Thanks so much for posting the photos of the new TVs and the new furniture:thumbsup2 I love the Mickeys on the living room armoire!

Looks like they have reupholstered the sofas as well. Looking good!

[MissMet]

u just made it so hard to decide between BLT or BWV:lmao::headache::lmao:

Oops. :)

Thanks so much for posting the photos of the new TVs and the new furniture:thumbsup2 I love the Mickeys on the living room armoire!

Looks like they have reupholstered the sofas as well. Looking good!

You're welcome. :goodvibes

I know I love the mickeys on it! I thought the sofa was brand new, but I haven't stayed here since '06. It's the newer type of sofa with the cushions attached with velcro.

[BlakeNJ]

Look great--fresh and clean. The refurb has made me re-think our March stay!

[DisneyJen]

I know I love the mickeys on it! I thought the sofa was brand new, but I haven't stayed here since '06. It's the newer type of sofa with the cushions attached with velcro.

The sofas were replaced about a year or so again with the better bed mechanism. When I talked to the project manager in June he said that they would not replace the sofas just recover them. Regardless, the place looks great!!

Did you get out the new paint scheme on the balcony yet?

[springandmac]

I have a one bedroom stay coming up next month. This makes me so excited to go even more. :goodvibes

Me too!

[springandmac]

Here's our 5th floor 1-bed, complete with the new flat screens.

What room number/section was your room in? I'm staying at BWV next month and need to make my room requests and am looking for some suggestions.

[famcruisefun]

Do you know if the Grand Villas have been renovated yet? Have one in January and I'm wondering if it will be done by then?
Thanks!

[Mkrop]

:surfweb:

[DebbieB]

Do you know if the Grand Villas have been renovated yet? Have one in January and I'm wondering if it will be done by then?
Thanks!

There is a picture on this post, this is where most of the grand villas are.

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=33757454&postcount=15

I assume they are working on the inside at the same time as the outside.

[DeeCee735]

Here's our 5th floor 1-bed, complete with the new flat screens. :thumbsup2

http://img183.imageshack.us/img183/6412/p9280265.jpg (http://img183.imageshack.us/i/p9280265.jpg/)
http://img25.imageshack.us/img25/6682/p9280266.jpg (http://img25.imageshack.us/i/p9280266.jpg/)
http://img143.imageshack.us/img143/2695/p9280267.jpg (http://img143.imageshack.us/i/p9280267.jpg/)
http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/1552/p9280268.jpg (http://img38.imageshack.us/i/p9280268.jpg/)
http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/4461/p9280269.jpg (http://img40.imageshack.us/i/p9280269.jpg/)

I think this looks great! So happy to see this interior renovation, it's been a long time coming! One thing though, the 3 drawer dressers that the t.v.'s are on, they look alittle small?? Are they much smaller than the armoire's they were on? Did you find them to be roomy enough?

TIA

[kt-scarlett]

http://img143.imageshack.us/img143/2695/p9280267.jpg (http://img143.imageshack.us/i/p9280267.jpg/)

I noticed that the cushions do not seem to fit the sofa, they overhang the frame. Is this style the way the sofas have always been?

[jekjones1558]

I noticed that the cushions do not seem to fit the sofa, they overhang the frame. Is this style the way the sofas have always been?
The sofa is designed that way. The cushions stay attached when the sleeper is opened and the cushions support the bed. There are even slots underneath to hold the pillows. Here is a link to show you how it operates:
http://www.logichospitality.com/resources/duramech_demo

[MissMet]

I think this looks great! So happy to see this interior renovation, it's been a long time coming! One thing though, the 3 drawer dressers that the t.v.'s are on, they look alittle small?? Are they much smaller than the armoire's they were on? Did you find them to be roomy enough?

TIA

They are small, only three drawers. I was only in the room two nights, I moved to a 2-bed bw view room today, so I didn't unpack. They were small though & it is the same one in the studio of our 2-bed, so I could see where it could be a problem if you were say three adults in a studio.

What room number/section was your room in? I'm staying at BWV next month and need to make my room requests and am looking for some suggestions.

We were on level 5 in room 5014. It was a little bit of a walk to the lobby, but we didn't mind. We just moved this morning to a 2-bed, bw view across the hall. I'll be posting pics of that tomorrow, it's also refurbed. :)

[DisneyJen]

They are small, only three drawers. I was only in the room two nights, I moved to a 2-bed bw view room today, so I didn't unpack. They were small though & it is the same one in the studio of our 2-bed, so I could see where it could be a problem if you were say three adults in a studio.



We were on level 5 in room 5014. It was a little bit of a walk to the lobby, but we didn't mind. We just moved this morning to a 2-bed, bw view across the hall. I'll be posting pics of that tomorrow, it's also refurbed. :)

I showed my DH the photos of the dresser/armoire and TVs. His first comment was that he was excited to finally have new TVs. His next comment was more of concern in terms of us not having enough space for DD's and my clothes:lmao:

[TLinden16]

I'm loving the looks of the renovated rooms. Keeping my fingers crossed that I get one in December, but if I don't it will be OK, I'll get one on my next trip. I'll only cry for a little while if I don't get a renovated room ;)

[MissMet]

Hello again. Yesterday I moved from our 1-bed preferred view (room 5014) to our 2-bed bw view (rooms 5015 & 5017). They are also refurbished. Here are the pics: :thumbsup2

1-bed
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Studio
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[Golden Rose]

These pictures really look great. I like the new look of the rooms, but I hate the new look of the hallways. The old hallways were charming... the new ones look very generic.

We're going to be there later this month, in a 2 bedroom BW view, if it matters. For those of you who were there recently, did you notice any noise or fumes (paint or new carpet) from the rehab? My DM is super sensitive to both, and part of me is really worried about it interfering with her enjoyment of the room.

[RAD]

5015/5017, love those rooms, had them a number of times, can't beat the view. Last couple times there I've notified maintence that the faucet on the kitchen sink is loose, have they fixed it yet?

[MissMet]

These pictures really look great. I like the new look of the rooms, but I hate the new look of the hallways. The old hallways were charming... the new ones look very generic.

We're going to be there later this month, in a 2 bedroom BW view, if it matters. For those of you who were there recently, did you notice any noise or fumes (paint or new carpet) from the rehab? My DM is super sensitive to both, and part of me is really worried about it interfering with her enjoyment of the room.

Yes. At times there have been intense oil paint fumes in the lobby. So much so that they brought in fans. It's not always, it's just every once in a while. The floor I'm on (5th) does not have a smell at all.

We've been here since Mon & I've only noticed the smell in the lobby twice & the amount of time you are in the lobby is so short, so your daughter should be fine. :thumbsup2

[MissMet]

5015/5017, love those rooms, had them a number of times, can't beat the view. Last couple times there I've notified maintence that the faucet on the kitchen sink is loose, have they fixed it yet?

The faucet is still not fixed. Also the new refrigerator doesn't close, you have to kick the bottom of it to be sure it closes. Also, the studio sink drain is real slow. By the time I'm done brushing my teeth (I know I'm horrible to the environment, for keeping the water running the whole time :rolleyes:) I have a sink full of water.

We'll be letting maintenance know about these issues. :thumbsup2

[minster22]

We are checking into the BW on Oct 15 (after 2 nights @ Kidani) and although I have seen a number of photos of the renovated rooms after seeing these latest ones I really want a renovated room!! I didn't care before but with the new flat screens and everything done, they look so fresh and wonderful. Is anyone requesting a renovated room and getting them?? I hate to ask and have always happy with what we get.....should I request a renovated room??We have a standard view.

[goofy4tink]

Oooohh, we've had that same two bedroom unit. We were there, with another mom and her dd. Both girls were turning 13. We had such a great time there. It was a very nice location.
Thanks for the photos of the updates...can't wait to get back in Dec!!!

[MissMet]

We are checking into the BW on Oct 15 (after 2 nights @ Kidani) and although I have seen a number of photos of the renovated rooms after seeing these latest ones I really want a renovated room!! I didn't care before but with the new flat screens and everything done, they look so fresh and wonderful. Is anyone requesting a renovated room and getting them?? I hate to ask and have always happy with what we get.....should I request a renovated room??We have a standard view.

Well, we checked in twice this week. We made no requests & were given refurbed rooms each time if that helps you. :thumbsup2 If you request a high floor you'll almost definitely get a refurbed room, as the higher floors are done, it's the lower floors that they are working on now.

[minster22]

Thank You MissMet (love your name, my best friend is a Met fanatic) for your reply .....just called Member Services and requested an upper floor.Your photos are great and love that balcony off your 2 bedroom!! Isn't the Boardwalk wonderful??!! cannot wait to be there!!

[jekjones1558]

If you do any laundry, will you post about whether the dryers work any better? The old ones took F-O-R-E-V-E-R!

[Pidge]

MissMet, love your pictures. Thanks for posting them! I'm "homesick" already and I was just at BWV last week! I love the teacup lamp on the end table in the units, I'll have to try to find one for my daughter's room online....

Pidge

[Sammie]

MissMet, if you think we are going to feel sorry for you and "that view" you have, well we are not. :rotfl2: ;)

Thanks for sharing the photos they are great!

[kslo69]

does anyone know if they opffer complimentary upgrades at BWV? I am going staying in a studio next May 9-16th and renting points from a DVC owner. If I ask for an upgrade when I get there what are the chances? Do they offer complimentary ones or would I have to pay? Just wondering.

[DebbieB]

does anyone know if they opffer complimentary upgrades at BWV? I am going staying in a studio next May 9-16th and renting points from a DVC owner. If I ask for an upgrade when I get there what are the chances? Do they offer complimentary ones or would I have to pay? Just wondering.

Very low. BWV typically operates at close to 100% occupancy and rarely gives points reservations upgrades.

You can't pay cash to upgrade a DVC reservation, it would have to be additional points.

[chalee94]

does anyone know if they opffer complimentary upgrades at BWV?

timesharing (renting a points reservation) is not the same as staying at a hotel. upgrades are incredibly rare and virtually always a result of a maintenance issue, not simply that there are other rooms available.

I am going staying in a studio next May 9-16th and renting points from a DVC owner. If I ask for an upgrade when I get there what are the chances? Do they offer complimentary ones or would I have to pay?

the thing is: you can't "pay" for the upgrade - you don't have any points and you cannot mix a cash and points reservation.

if a better villa (say a 1BR) were available, hopefully they would call the owner and verify whether they are willing to use up those points to upgrade you...but in one case, i believe they upgraded the renter without asking the owner and the owner was on the hook for the extra points. it was a mess.

so basically, it's rude to ask for an upgrade in a timeshare situation (and not well received by hotel CMs either from what i've read on the DIS). it just makes DVC owners nervous when renters suggest they might ask for a better room (at the expense of the owner.)

[kslo69]

I forgot about the upgrades being on a point system. This is my first time renting points so I won't dare even ask for an upgrade unless I do so through the person I am renting from.. I am just happy to be renting from a DVC owner at this point and being able to stay in a nice villa for way less that booking through Disney. Thanks everyone!

[magicaldisney]

I forgot about the upgrades being on a point system. This is my first time renting points so I won't dare even ask for an upgrade unless I do so through the person I am renting from.. I am just happy to be renting from a DVC owner at this point and being able to stay in a nice villa for way less that booking through Disney. Thanks everyone!

In your previous post you were asking about a "complimentary" upgrade. I think it would be safe to say that if you ask the owner for a "complimentary" upgrade you will be told "no". Please be prepared to pay for a use of any more points, if the owner even has more points to rent out to you.