*** Bay Lake Tower Owners Group***

[mdsd8700]

I am of the mindset that DVC did a poor choice of selecting some of the furnishings and feel that they - or the manufacturer if there was some type of warranty - ought to be the party responsible.

I agree and would not like a special assessment in any way.

 

[Cruella 66]

I agree Kathy with the quality of the furnishings and not being very durable. But, some of the damage I have seen are things like spill stains on furniture/carpet, nail polish all over a table, etc. The occupants at the time of that damage should have been held accountable. If they were but the damage not taken care of them shame on DVC. I am the mother of 4 kids' and I know accidents happen but my house doesn't look like that, furniture/carpet all stained, and I would be expect to held accountable for cleaning after my kids'.

 

[RayMusicCityUSA]

Does anyone know whether the studio remodelling is finished yet, you know the changing of the bathroom
Sink from the kitchen area? Does anyone have any photos of the new layout?

Speaking of photos....has anyone seen the 'Fire Pit' or Jogging Trail that were supposed to be finished by the end of December 2010 ?

PS: Looking forward to our 2nd trip home; this time for Christmas!

 

[aesalsa]

Hi Chris! One of my 'issues' when I complained after our first family visit last year was the damage to the room fixtures/carpet/ and furniture. And BLT had not been open ONE YEAR! Would I be amendable to a special assessment to replace those items...NO!!! I had stayed a night in an efficiancy last October and it was gorgeous.

What I would be amendable to is holding the occupants of the room when it was damaged responsible for cleaning and/or replacement! Then DVC actually making the repairs/replacements. And I have made that clear to the powers @ DVC.

ITA

 

[bpmorley]

Can't believe I just found this group. Been a BLT member for 2 years. We've stayed there twice already. Both timesin early december. I have to say I noticed more wear and tear than I thought I would in just a years time. Personally I don't think we as owners should have to pay any assesment to correct anyones mistake.

 

[jstarcze]

New BLT owner here! I'm in Southern Indiana

Welcome Home Neighbor and Congratulations from Mickey, Goofy, and Me!

 

[lklasing]

Speaking of photos....has anyone seen the 'Fire Pit' or Jogging Trail that were supposed to be finished by the end of December 2010 ?

I'm not an owner, but am going to BLT in 29 days and I sure would love to hear that a jogging trail is there now. Anyone with any info on that?

 

[Greysword]

It seems the only way to be able to hold people accountable is to have a supervisor or manager inspect each room before it gets cleared for occupancy (or right before cleaning). Also, a stronger documentation process would be needed, so BLT management would be able to support the counter claims by visitors that the room was that way when they arrived. This would inherently increase labor costs, so is it worth it?

For the record, I agree with you as well, Cindy I'd be happy with an inspection, and it would motivate visitors to report issues as soon as they enter the room, so they are not charged for the discrepancy. Unfortunately, it is well documented that Disney backs down in the face of vehement customer complaints. Maybe being a timeshare instead of a hotel, we can pilot such a change and grant management the authority to make such accusations.

Overall, we are paying for the replacement of the furniture and repairs anyway. Replacement costs are baked into our annual dues, and we will end up paying for it over time instead of all at once.

 

[Mrmrezg]

I some what disagree with you, Greysworld. I do not feel that having the rooms inspected, would raise the cost of labor. The rooms are already inspected (how else can Disney account for furnishings and damages?) what is not happening is a proper follow up on damages.
When a room is cleaned the housekeeper should report all damages to their supervisor if management chooses to ignore these reports then that is on them. I should not be asked to pay for things done by others.

 

[Mrmrezg]

I some what disagree with you, Greysworld. I do not feel that having the rooms inspected, would raise the cost of labor. The rooms are already inspected (how else can Disney account for furnishings and damages?) what is not happening is a proper follow up on damages.
When a room is cleaned the housekeeper should report all damages to their supervisor if management chooses to ignore these reports then that is on them. I should not be asked to pay for things done by others.

 

[londonderrydisneyfan]

Speaking of photos....has anyone seen the 'Fire Pit' or Jogging Trail that were supposed to be finished by the end of December 2010 ?

PS: Looking forward to our 2nd trip home; this time for Christmas!

I don't have a picture but my family and I went to the marshmellow roast last night on the beach in between the Contemporary and BLT. There was a fire pit there, but I'm not sure if that's the one you're asking about. It was pretty small, there was only enough room for 4-5 kids to roast marashmellows at one end of the pit.

As for the jogging trail, I saw someone jogging on a path across from the Contemporary but again I'm not sure if that is the one you're asking about.

 

[Greysword]

I some what disagree with you, Greysworld. I do not feel that having the rooms inspected, would raise the cost of labor. The rooms are already inspected (how else can Disney account for furnishings and damages?) what is not happening is a proper follow up on damages.
When a room is cleaned the housekeeper should report all damages to their supervisor if management chooses to ignore these reports then that is on them. I should not be asked to pay for things done by others.

Just to be sure I'm understanding, the housekeepers are the party responsible for reporting damages or excessive wear? If so, I'm not sure they have the time to do a proper walk-thru, since they are too close to the action (if you will). I think to do this properly, someone who hasn't been in the room on that day will need to do a walk-thru once the place is cleaned in order to get a fresh perspective and view the structural wear without the "messiness" of the recent visitors clouding the inspection (forest for the trees type view).

I agree that it would be nice if this was done correctly, but I'm not totally convinced the current action plan works, since many DISers report some issue with their room.

- Chris

 

[bigedwin]

Hello
We have been DVC members since 1996
We added 300 points in BLT last year!

Our first stay will be this June before our Disney Dream cruise.
We are staying in the Grand villa for 2 nights!

Big Ed

 

[dancnorris]

Hello,

New DVC member at BLT. Purchased 800 points, all at BLT. Taking my first trip to BLT on Friday (have already stayed a couple nights at BWV and AKV). I have heard that it is not perfect, but the location and the monorail will overcome ALOT of flaws in my book. Hoping to be happy with my purchase...

 

[mdsd8700]

Welcome bigedwin and dancnorris!

You both have trips soon; dancnorris Friday and bidedwin in a GV!!! , so enjoy and let us know how everything was!

 

[runner_princess]

Welcome bigedwin and dacnorris!

I booked our first trip Home to BLT this morning! We'll be staying Jan 6 - Jan 13 in a lakeview studio!

 

[MrsBlovesDisney]

Welcome bigedwin and dacnorris!

I booked our first trip Home to BLT this morning! We'll be staying Jan 6 - Jan 13 in a lakeview studio!

Woot woot!!! So happy for you!!! Just booked our next trip this morning as well!!! Booked a GV at OKW for next April and hope to switch at 7 months to the BLT (this is going to be the longest summer ever...ugh)!!!! Best wishes!!

 

[jcwedit]

Hi everyone!
My wife and I just bought 185 pnts at Bay Lake Tower. We have booked our first trip for September. Thank you all for the information it really helped with our decision and planning.

 

[mdsd8700]

Congrats and

Now just think of all the fun you will have planning that September trip! Have a Great Vacation!

 

[arielrocks]

Welcome to l new owners!! Wonder how much longer it will be until it is sold out?