Floor Plans for AKV Lodge 2 Bedroom Lock-off -SV

[tjkraz]

I'm not surprised by these floor plans.

I hope most people who have added-on sight-unseen feel the same way. So far all of the sales have been to existing members. It's natural for most people to assume they will be getting a product that is consistent with DVC's developments over the past decade. I hope they aren't disappointed when they find out otherwise.

I wonder how many people who don't browse sites like this even realize that DVC is converting rooms in the Lodge. There's no mention of that fact in the brochure mailed to members.

For those asking if the floor plans in the new building will be different from the existing DVC villas, I think they have to be. Remember that the 1BRs in the new building will have two separate bathrooms (one master, one in the living/kitchen part of the villa). So I'm guessing the master bath will be all in one room, but with the shower stall included. The other bath will probably be similar to a studio bathroom, though with just a single sink to save space.

Did you have a source for that info? I was under the impression that the dual bathroom rumor had been put to rest.

Even if it is still in the cards, I don't recall anyone claiming it would be two FULL baths.

 

[LisaS]

I hope most people who have added-on sight-unseen feel the same way. So far all of the sales have been to existing members. It's natural for most people to assume they will be getting a product that is consistent with DVC's developments over the past decade. I hope they aren't disappointed when they find out otherwise.

I wonder how many people who don't browse sites like this even realize that DVC is converting rooms in the Lodge. There's no mention of that fact in the brochure mailed to members.

The lack of published info from DVC caused me to ask a lot of questions of my guide before I purchased. And even then, I figured if the info I got from guide over the phone wasn't being published on the website, then it was probably subject to change. DH and I love AKL, so we are happy just being able to stay there for a reasonable number of points/night.

Did you have a source for that info? I was under the impression that the dual bathroom rumor had been put to rest.

Even if it is still in the cards, I don't recall anyone claiming it would be two FULL baths.

At this point I'm not sure where I got that info. I've read everything I could find on the web re: AKV, and as I said, I asked my guide a lot of questions. I somehow came away with the impression there would be a second bathroom, but I am not able to point to any published info to substantiate that. I apologize for stating the info about the second bathroom as fact -- clearly nothing is guaranteed until we see it published somewhere (and maybe not even then!)

With sales to the general public about to start, I hope they will publish some of this info. I see some changes going on on the website. Yesterday there was an "Accommodations" link on the AKV page that pointed to a non-existent page so I had hopes there would be floor plans available today, but as of this morning, the link is no longer there.

 

[pilferk]

Quick question to those perusing and who have contact/good relationships with their guides OR "inside info":

Is the 5th still looking like "the day" for the general public?

 

[lisareniff]

Some info has come up on the member site:

studio
Sleeps up to four
Queen-size bed, plus full-size sofa bed
Flat panel TV and DVD
Wet bar, small refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker
Private porch or balcony
316-365 sq. ft. in Jambo House
366 sq. ft. in Kidani Village

One-Bedroom Vacation Home
Value Rooms sleep up to four, all others sleep up to five
Master bedroom suite with king-size bed
Master bathroom with whirlpool tub (additional bathroom in living area of One-Bedrooms in Kidani Village only)
Queen-size sofa bed in living room
Sleeper chair in living room (except in Value Accommodations)
Flat panel TV and DVD in living room, and flat panel TV in master bedroom
Full kitchen includes: coffee maker, dinnerware, glassware, flatware, pots and pans, microwave, toaster, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher
Laundry area contains stacked washer and dryer
Private porch or balcony
629-710 sq. ft. in Jambo House
807 sq. ft. in Kidani Village

Dedicated Two-Bedroom Vacation Home
Sleeps up to nine
Master bedroom suite with king-size bed
Two bathrooms: one is a Master bathroom with whirlpool tub
Second bedroom with two queen-size beds
Queen-size sofa bed in living room
Sleeper chair in living room
Flat panel TV and DVD in living room, and flat panel TV in master bedroom
Full kitchen includes: coffee maker, dinnerware, glassware, flatware, pots and pans, microwave, toaster, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher
Laundry area contains stacked washer and dryer
Private porch or balcony
1,173 sq. ft. in Kidani Village

Two-Bedroom Lockoff Vacation Home
Click here for room layout
Defined as a Studio plus One-Bedroom
Value Rooms sleep up to eight, all others sleep up to nine
Master bedroom suite with king-size bed
Two bathrooms: one is a Master bathroom with whirlpool tub
Second bedroom with two queen-size beds
Queen-size sofa bed in living room
Sleeper chair in living room
Flat panel TV and DVD in living room, and flat panel TV in master bedroom
Full kitchen includes: coffee maker, dinnerware, glassware, flatware, pots and pans, microwave, toaster, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher
Laundry area contains stacked washer and dryer
Private porch or balcony
945-1075 sq. ft. in Jambo House
1,173 sq. ft. in Kidani Village

Grand Villa Vacation Home
Sleeps up to 12
One story in Jambo House
2,349 sq. ft. in Jambo House
Two stories in Kidani Village
2,201 sq. ft. in Kidani Village
Click here for room layout

Amenities include*:

Downstairs:
Main entrance
Bedroom:
Master bedroom with king-size bed and linens
Nightstands, clock radio, lamps
Pak-n-Play crib
Flat panel TV
Bathrooms:
Two bathrooms: one is a Master bathroom with whirlpool tub
Kitchen:
Refrigerator
Electric stove/oven
Microwave oven
Sink with disposal
Coffee maker and starter pack
Toaster
Electric blender
Dishware, glasses, coffee cups and flatware service for 12
Serving platter, vegetable bowls, salad serving bowl, sugar bowl, pitcher and cream server
Eight-piece cookware set (pots, pans and lids)
Casserole dishes, measuring cups and spoons, colander, cutting board and cookie sheet
Paring knife, cook's knife, tongs, serving spoon, serving fork, can opener, bottle opener and corkscrew
Teakettle
Dish towel
Sponge
Potholders
Living/Dining Area:
Queen-size sleeper sofa
Cable television
Flat panel TV and DVD
Lamps
End table
Coffee table
Chair
Dining table and chairs
Ceiling fan
Laundry Room/Closet:
Stacked washer and dryer
Vacuum cleaner
Iron and ironing board
Broom and dustpan
Laundry detergent (starter box)
Upstairs (in Kidani Village only):
Second entrance
Bedrooms:
Two additional bedrooms with two queen-size beds in both
Bathrooms:
Two additional bathrooms
Private Porch or Balcony:
Patio table and chairs
Sitting Area:
Queen-size sofa bed (maximum occupancy is 12, but extra sofa bed adds flexibility for sleeping arrangements)
*Amenities may vary by resort and are subject to change without notice.

Floor plans and furnishings are subject to change. Actual room size may vary.

 

[pilferk]

Thanks Lisa!

Guess it's official...new building will have 2 baths in the 1 BR.

 

[lisareniff]

There's the answer to the second bathroom in a one bedroom in the new building...

(additional bathroom in living area of One-Bedrooms in Kidani Village only)

And the placement of the sleeping chair...

Sleeper chair in living room (except in Value Accommodations)

 

[pilferk]

Hey, noticed this in the text you copy and pasted:

Two-Bedroom Lockoff Vacation Home
Click here for room layout

Is the link active and if it is, and you click on it...what do you get? Can you "transplant" it here?

 

[lisareniff]

The links to the floor plans are not working on the website yet. I took the others out when I copied and pasted but missed that one.

 

[pilferk]

The links to the floor plans are not working on the website yet. I took the others out when I copied and pasted but missed that one.

Ah well...hopefully very soon!

Thanks, again, for bringing the info over. Looks like they're prepping for "launch"...

 

[Maistre Gracey]

I just can't see what all the fuss is about. The layouts look fine to me!

MG

 

[Dis13]

Does anyone have the room sizes of the other DVC resorts handy to compare with these? (I'll try to do a search....)

 

[Dis13]

Found these in a post by Webmaster Doc:

Old Key West
Studio 390 sq ft
1-Bedroom 1005 sq ft
2-Bedroom 1410 sq ft
Grand Villa 2375 sq ft


Villas at WL
Studio 356 sq ft
1-Bedroom 727 sq ft
2-Bedroom 1080 sq ft


Boardwalk Villas
Studio 359 sq ft
1-Bedroom 712 sq ft
2-Bedroom 1072 sq ft
Grand Villa 2142 sq ft


Beach Club Villas
Studio 356 sq ft
1-Bedroom 726 sq ft
2-Bedroom 1083 sq ft

Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Studio 356 sq ft
1-Bedroom 726 sq ft
2-Bedroom 1083 sq ft
Grand Villa 2145 sq ft

 

[MEM]

Quick question to those perusing and who have contact/good relationships with their guides OR "inside info":

Is the 5th still looking like "the day" for the general public?

Yes, that is what we were told. Now can you tell me how you added that AKV image to your signature?

 

[Sammie]

Ok, confused about something from the info from the Member site.

It says studios will have one queen bed and one sofa bed. But then it says lock offs will have two queens in the second bedroom. That is not possible.

 

[pilferk]

Now can you tell me how you added that AKV image to your signature?

Sent you off a PM explaining. Hope it helps!

 

[bobbiwoz]

Ok, confused about something from the info from the Member site.

It says studios will have one queen bed and one sofa bed. But then it says lock offs will have two queens in the second bedroom. That is not possible.

I guess it (the description) is still a work in progress! Since I bought primarily because the new building will have dedicated 2 bedrooms, with 2 Q's, that's the part that I most want!!

I am not disappointed with the layout of the rooms that are in the present AKL...I'm looking forward to staying there, but most of all I am looking forward to the new building!

Bobbi

 

[Sammie]

I guess it (the description) is still a work in progress! Since I bought primarily because the new building will have dedicated 2 bedrooms, with 2 Q's, that's the part that I most want!!

I am not disappointed with the layout of the rooms that are in the present AKL...I'm looking forward to staying there, but most of all I am looking forward to the new building!

Bobbi

I agree, 2 beds in the dedicated second bedroom is very important to us, too.

 

[Inkmahm]

Which is all well and good for you.

For ME...none of that really worries me or is a compelling reason to not buy in. The rooms "work" for us...they're not optimal, but they're not awful, either. I expected, going in, that there would have to be some "compromises" on the remodels. Heck, I'm surprised (and happy) that the 1 BR's will SHARE a deck rather than having 2 seperate decks. If I was "condemned" (note sarcasm) to stay in that 1 BR floor plan, every year, I'd be fine with that. And if the new rooms in the new building are more optimally laid out, and we can book in one of those as a sure thing...that's great too. I, too, wonder (and have since the announcement) how they'll handle check in, at the two different locations, once the new building is up. But it's not enough of a worry for me to NOT buy AKV.

Remember, too...this is going to be our initial buy in..not an add on. Maybe that makes a difference.

Nope, it doesn't make a difference. We added 200 points at AKC, sight unseen. In MY mind, I've stayed many times at AKL. If the room for DVC are equal to or better than the normal lodge rooms, I'm happy. I couldn't see how they would be anything but equal to or better than so we purchased on Day 1. We absolutely love AKL and I can't imagine that we won't still love it as AKV.

 

[pilferk]

I agree, 2 beds in the dedicated second bedroom is very important to us, too.

I think, eventually, our family is going to grow into a 2BR "user" too. Right now, with the kids being little, the 1 BR is fine (the 2 girls on the Queen sleeper, our son on the chair). But as they get older...I'm thinking the girls would like (as would our son) their own sleeping space. We'll "work up" to the points needed for that, I guess. I can see that having the dedicated 2 BR would be sorta nice.... Both girls would get their own bed...but I'd be OK with a lockoff, too. I don't think either would "die" (though, with the drama whipped up by our oldest, maybe I'm wrong) if they had to sleep on the convertible.

Now, if we're going to travel with family...the dedicated would almost be a requirement.

 

[pilferk]

Nope, it doesn't make a difference. We added 200 points at AKC, sight unseen. In MY mind, I've stayed many times at AKL. If the room for DVC are equal to or better than the normal lodge rooms, I'm happy. I couldn't see how they would be anything but equal to or better than so we purchased on Day 1. We absolutely love AKL and I can't imagine that we won't still love it as AKV.

See, that's pretty much how we feel, too. We were ready to buy with very little info based solely on the location.

We love AKL. And looking at the rooms (and now reading their descriptions), I'm happy with what we're getting for the next few years, at the very least. Not ecstatic, pie in the sky, jumping up and down happy. But more than happy enough to compel me to write the check to DVC.