papertraveller
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We just got home from BLT on the weekend. We had a one-bedroom LV, 7422 (we think!). It was simply fabulous - the view took in the Contemporary Resort, marina and around to the rest of Bay Lake. We enjoyed our wine on the balcony as the sun set and the launches from FW and points beyond sailed by. Heaven! We truly can't wait to get back.
We had a few observations:
1. This was our first stay, and the resort lived up to our expectations and exceeded them in some cases. It's clean, the hallways are wide and the decor really is compelling.
2. The much-discussed bathroom door issue wasn't one for us. I see though that DVC is changing this in the studios.
3. We soooo much enjoyed meeting our fellow owners. You're a great group! Heck, in true neighbourly spirit, the folks next door even dropped off the milk they weren't going to finish when they moved out. DD met a friend in the pool and we so much enjoyed meeting her parents, including a lovely evening in the TOTW. So nice to meet folks who share our love for WDW.
4. The TOTW is a treasure. We dined on flatbread (the tenderloin is exquisite) and the dessert sampler, and shot way too many fireworks photos. I think we were there every night.
5. Space. They are right - once you're in a 1BR, you may never go back. We'll see after our next visit and see if we can cope in a tiny studio!
6. Location location location.
7. The furniture choices will definitely be an issue over time. The back cushions on our sofa bed were fully frayed out -- the weave on the fabric is not tight, and clearly the seams weren't sufficiently reinforced to handle even a few months of wear and tear. I put this down to a manufacturing issue, not abuse. The sofa was comfortable for sleeping.
8. Bedding. Our unit came with one flat sheet on the sofa bed and one flat sheet on the pull-out chair. There were two blankets. And quite honestly, this isn't enough. Since we were just three, I pulled the sheet off the chair and put it on the bed. Still, it's a bit chintzy. And let's face it: most people who book a 1BR are putting more than two people in the unit. That additional bedding should be better than the stuff your old college roommate had just in case someone crashed at their place.
9. Buzzards. Wow, there are a lot of them. They were more of a novelty than an annoyance for us, but those on the other side of the building may have decidedly different opinions.
10. The pool. We tried out the Contemporary, and considered a bit of pool hopping even to the Poly, but in the end just stayed home. DD loved the slide. Even on the days when it seemed there was room to just stand around, it was a great place to be.
We had a few observations:
1. This was our first stay, and the resort lived up to our expectations and exceeded them in some cases. It's clean, the hallways are wide and the decor really is compelling.
2. The much-discussed bathroom door issue wasn't one for us. I see though that DVC is changing this in the studios.
3. We soooo much enjoyed meeting our fellow owners. You're a great group! Heck, in true neighbourly spirit, the folks next door even dropped off the milk they weren't going to finish when they moved out. DD met a friend in the pool and we so much enjoyed meeting her parents, including a lovely evening in the TOTW. So nice to meet folks who share our love for WDW.
4. The TOTW is a treasure. We dined on flatbread (the tenderloin is exquisite) and the dessert sampler, and shot way too many fireworks photos. I think we were there every night.
5. Space. They are right - once you're in a 1BR, you may never go back. We'll see after our next visit and see if we can cope in a tiny studio!
6. Location location location.
7. The furniture choices will definitely be an issue over time. The back cushions on our sofa bed were fully frayed out -- the weave on the fabric is not tight, and clearly the seams weren't sufficiently reinforced to handle even a few months of wear and tear. I put this down to a manufacturing issue, not abuse. The sofa was comfortable for sleeping.
8. Bedding. Our unit came with one flat sheet on the sofa bed and one flat sheet on the pull-out chair. There were two blankets. And quite honestly, this isn't enough. Since we were just three, I pulled the sheet off the chair and put it on the bed. Still, it's a bit chintzy. And let's face it: most people who book a 1BR are putting more than two people in the unit. That additional bedding should be better than the stuff your old college roommate had just in case someone crashed at their place.
9. Buzzards. Wow, there are a lot of them. They were more of a novelty than an annoyance for us, but those on the other side of the building may have decidedly different opinions.
10. The pool. We tried out the Contemporary, and considered a bit of pool hopping even to the Poly, but in the end just stayed home. DD loved the slide. Even on the days when it seemed there was room to just stand around, it was a great place to be.
wonder how i managed to forget that memorable moment.
