MJTinNH
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Just back from our first trip to Boardwalk Villas. We arrived Wed. 05/12/04 at around 3:45pm at the Boardwalk. Fl. Tours picked us up at MCO and we did the grocery stop at Publix prior to arriving at the resort. We were assigned our room immediately. We had room 2117, a one bdr. std. view. Room 2117 is on the same level as the lobby, so no elevator trips were necessary to arrive at the room. It was a decent walk to the lobby, but not bad at all. There was also a stairway a couple of doors down from the room. When we investigated, it brought us out at the quiet pool and Community Hall. A great location.
The view from this Std. room was fantastic. We overlooked the bridge across the canal and there is a water spray feature in the canal that is also lighted at night. We could look to the left and see the lighted Boardwalk entry to the resort. We were also able to view the high fireworks from Illuminations, as we found out the first night. The room condition was very good. Showing some signs of use, however in good condition overall. The room was also clean. (Just some info for the detail readers in the group!
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We did have the pipe replacement in the hall outside our unit during the time we were staying. Dont worry about it if it happens while you are staying. The only thing that were heard while there was a drill and saw being used a couple of times. If you need to drown that out for someone trying to take a nap, do a load of clothes. The washer and dryer are loud enough to create white noise for napping. The TV works too. The workers were also very pleasant and would make sure to be very aware of guests coming up and down the corridors. They also had placed some vinyl covering over the carpets in the hall to protect them from some of the dust created from working in the ceiling of the halls.
Although not our first trip to WDW, it was our first experience in a DVC unit. Once we settled into it, we absolutely loved the convenience of having a kitchen, laundry and best of all whirl-pool tub. That tub was used while we were there. I had purchased some of Basins bath bombs (not bubble bath, more like bath effervesce instead) online and brought them down. I definitely recommend this thing after walking around the resorts all day. Its great to relax in the tub and let it work out some of the kinks from the day. We had breakfast in the room every day except one. We also had sandwiches a couple of times too. It was nice to have the option to cook, if wanted. I really only used the stove a couple of times in the morning for breakfast. However, I can see using the kitchen for more meals in the room for some trips in the future. I can say that I did not miss having housekeeping daily in the room. We used the dishwasher extensively and washed towels daily. From reading the DVC board, I brought extra laundry detergent and also the dishwasher tablets. I also brought my own sheets for the bed. Its easier to make the bed with fitted sheets. Also a tip I read on the DVC board.
We no longer do commando touring at WDW. We love the Flower & Garden Show, its one of our favorite events to attend at WDW. This year was no exception. Beautiful as ever. We also enjoyed the Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom this trip. We spent most of our time at Epcot. We would spend some time each morning touring and the afternoon at the resort. Then the evenings mostly at Epcot. We went to Seaworld this trip. Although we dont go every trip, we enjoy Seaworld every three years or so. Seaworld was in great shape and beautifully landscaped. The shows are the highlight of the day and there is a baby Shamu this year! We were going to go over to Saratoga Springs to check it out, but we just ran out of time. Since we are going back in November, we will make sure to check it out then. The view from downtown Disney is quite impressive. I look forward to reports from those lucky Dis DVCers that will be staying there shortly.
Well, if you are still with me at this point, thanks for reading about my impressions of DVC. I can now say that I do not regret my purchase of DVC in the least! I didnt think I would after all the research and reading of the boards here. You guys are great at sharing information. Thank you!! If you have any questions, I will do my best to answer.
Mary Jane
The view from this Std. room was fantastic. We overlooked the bridge across the canal and there is a water spray feature in the canal that is also lighted at night. We could look to the left and see the lighted Boardwalk entry to the resort. We were also able to view the high fireworks from Illuminations, as we found out the first night. The room condition was very good. Showing some signs of use, however in good condition overall. The room was also clean. (Just some info for the detail readers in the group!
) We did have the pipe replacement in the hall outside our unit during the time we were staying. Dont worry about it if it happens while you are staying. The only thing that were heard while there was a drill and saw being used a couple of times. If you need to drown that out for someone trying to take a nap, do a load of clothes. The washer and dryer are loud enough to create white noise for napping. The TV works too. The workers were also very pleasant and would make sure to be very aware of guests coming up and down the corridors. They also had placed some vinyl covering over the carpets in the hall to protect them from some of the dust created from working in the ceiling of the halls.
Although not our first trip to WDW, it was our first experience in a DVC unit. Once we settled into it, we absolutely loved the convenience of having a kitchen, laundry and best of all whirl-pool tub. That tub was used while we were there. I had purchased some of Basins bath bombs (not bubble bath, more like bath effervesce instead) online and brought them down. I definitely recommend this thing after walking around the resorts all day. Its great to relax in the tub and let it work out some of the kinks from the day. We had breakfast in the room every day except one. We also had sandwiches a couple of times too. It was nice to have the option to cook, if wanted. I really only used the stove a couple of times in the morning for breakfast. However, I can see using the kitchen for more meals in the room for some trips in the future. I can say that I did not miss having housekeeping daily in the room. We used the dishwasher extensively and washed towels daily. From reading the DVC board, I brought extra laundry detergent and also the dishwasher tablets. I also brought my own sheets for the bed. Its easier to make the bed with fitted sheets. Also a tip I read on the DVC board.
We no longer do commando touring at WDW. We love the Flower & Garden Show, its one of our favorite events to attend at WDW. This year was no exception. Beautiful as ever. We also enjoyed the Animal Kingdom and Magic Kingdom this trip. We spent most of our time at Epcot. We would spend some time each morning touring and the afternoon at the resort. Then the evenings mostly at Epcot. We went to Seaworld this trip. Although we dont go every trip, we enjoy Seaworld every three years or so. Seaworld was in great shape and beautifully landscaped. The shows are the highlight of the day and there is a baby Shamu this year! We were going to go over to Saratoga Springs to check it out, but we just ran out of time. Since we are going back in November, we will make sure to check it out then. The view from downtown Disney is quite impressive. I look forward to reports from those lucky Dis DVCers that will be staying there shortly.
Well, if you are still with me at this point, thanks for reading about my impressions of DVC. I can now say that I do not regret my purchase of DVC in the least! I didnt think I would after all the research and reading of the boards here. You guys are great at sharing information. Thank you!! If you have any questions, I will do my best to answer.
Mary Jane
