BLT DVC Rental

[Ben E N]

That's unlikely to be happening here. The 3% (or so) they own pretty much covers maintenance. While they can sell it, it is most likely used for when rooms go out of service, or they close a floor to replace the carpet in the hall or refurbish rooms.

They also own all the points they've acquired through ROFR or foreclosure. Those are their points to do what they wish with them, and obviously they want to monetize them.

The greatest number of points CRO probably holds is those that have been used to book non-DVC vacations by members (except RCI, for RCI trades DVC deposits rooms with RCI). DVC must sell those for cash in order to cover the costs of member trades. Members cannot recoup those. Its probably best to think of these rooms as rooms members have already booked - they've just traded them for a room on the Disney Wonder.

The final group of points they have access to is any rooms not booked by members 60 days out. Those are the only rooms that could be reclaimed. The revenue for those rooms goes towards member dues as "breakage income." It feels to me like its becoming less common for breakage rooms to reach CRO.

I would be willing to bet that they all go into the same pool, and that they leave cash bookings open well on advance because they can make such a profit off of them. If they can switch in ROFR points or Disney cruise points in and replace them, great. If not, they still get hundreds of dollars for a room. That would also explain why you sometimes hear of people being moved to hotel suites when there is an issue with their room. They do not always leave 3% in reserve just in case it may be needed.

 

[suebeelin]

I concur that blt studios are tiny; two boys would make it tough imo. The one bedroom is very spacious but double the points.

For two boys, ages 6 and 11, boardwalk is a nice alternative that’s walking distance to Hollywood and Epcot (my kids are 4 and 8; the 8 yr old has no interest in MK anymore. He really likes Epcot though). Some people are a bit put off by the clown pool but my kids actually prefer it to the blt pool. The boardwalk area is also really fun at night with the magicians and mimes. It’s very festive and fun to walk around.

You might want to consider the 1bd std (138pts) at boardwalk that’s really not that much more than the lake studio at blt (109 pts) especially if you’re there for a full week. Having the kitchen and extra space is really nice if you’re there for more than 3/4 days... also the laundry. I love being able to do laundry in my room. I personally think it’s well worth the extra points (it’s available right now but that’s always subject to change).

Good luck!

 

[Stigsmom]

We booked BLT for June because my boys ages 8 & 9 wanted it! They look forward to the arcade. It's probably their best Disney memory because they always ask to visit contemporary just for the arcade. They also love riding the monorail and stopping at Polynesian to get ice cream and a pressed penny. So for my kids in that demographic it's a definite yes.

 

[charminnie]

My kids love BLT! They love theme park view! Watching the castle change colors, the astro orbiter spinning around, and the fireworks from The Top of the World Lounge! They love watching the monorail pass by. Yes the studios are a little tight but we don't spend much time in the room. Even on non park days we resort hop on the monorail or spend the day or evening in Disney Springs. I just feel like BLT is right in the middle of the action!!