CarnotaurDad
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My DW, DD (6) and I just came back from a wonderful, quick trip down to WDW to celebrate the end of summer and our DD starting first grade (she started the day after we returned). We had a 1 BR at BWV with a Boardwalk view. Here are some thoughts we had about the resort and our room:
Pro:
* Fantastic view of the boardwalk, water and SSE in Epcot. Just can't beat that view. It was so relaxing. My DW loved to lie on the bed with the balcony door open and look outside.
* The music from the boardwalk that played from 8 AM - 11 PM really puts you in the WDW mood. We would leave the windows open and enjoy the atmosphere.
* The room itself was bigger than expected. We had stayed at a studio at BWV before, but this was much better (obviously).
* The sofa bed was new and very comfortable for our DD (6). It is also much easier to open and close than the older sofa beds.
* Mousekeeping and maintenance were really on the ball this trip. In the hallway, my DW noticed a chip of plaster that wasn't there the day before. It looked like somone had run into the wall. Next day, the chip was gone. Hallways were spotless and everything looked clean.
* The quite pool was a bigger hit than even the Luna Park pool with our DD. She just loves to swim in the quiet pool.
* It's great being in walking distance from both Epcot and DS. Took advantage of watching Illuminations twice and then just walking back to our room.
* Check in was great. Our room was ready when we arrived at 10 AM!
Cons:
* The boardwalk atmosphere does have its price. On Saturday night, the music from the Dance Hall was so loud we had to shut our balcony doors. The good news is that the doors are very thick and completely blocked out the sound. Also, on Monday night, at 1:30 AM, a large group exited Jellyrolls that had had a bit too much to drink and were very loud and woke us up. Again, the doors shut out the sound. If we had the doors shut the whole time, we probably never would have heard anything. But it was great at night to sleep to the sounds of the boardwalk.
* The BWV gift shop really needs an overhaul like the one at BCV received. It would be great to have a quick place to grab sandwiches and salads.
Overall, we had more than a magical time and look forward to our trip back in December (5 nights at BCV and 3 nights at OKW). If there are any questions, let us know and we will be glad to answer!
Pro:
* Fantastic view of the boardwalk, water and SSE in Epcot. Just can't beat that view. It was so relaxing. My DW loved to lie on the bed with the balcony door open and look outside.
* The music from the boardwalk that played from 8 AM - 11 PM really puts you in the WDW mood. We would leave the windows open and enjoy the atmosphere.
* The room itself was bigger than expected. We had stayed at a studio at BWV before, but this was much better (obviously).
* The sofa bed was new and very comfortable for our DD (6). It is also much easier to open and close than the older sofa beds.
* Mousekeeping and maintenance were really on the ball this trip. In the hallway, my DW noticed a chip of plaster that wasn't there the day before. It looked like somone had run into the wall. Next day, the chip was gone. Hallways were spotless and everything looked clean.
* The quite pool was a bigger hit than even the Luna Park pool with our DD. She just loves to swim in the quiet pool.
* It's great being in walking distance from both Epcot and DS. Took advantage of watching Illuminations twice and then just walking back to our room.
* Check in was great. Our room was ready when we arrived at 10 AM!
Cons:
* The boardwalk atmosphere does have its price. On Saturday night, the music from the Dance Hall was so loud we had to shut our balcony doors. The good news is that the doors are very thick and completely blocked out the sound. Also, on Monday night, at 1:30 AM, a large group exited Jellyrolls that had had a bit too much to drink and were very loud and woke us up. Again, the doors shut out the sound. If we had the doors shut the whole time, we probably never would have heard anything. But it was great at night to sleep to the sounds of the boardwalk.
* The BWV gift shop really needs an overhaul like the one at BCV received. It would be great to have a quick place to grab sandwiches and salads.
Overall, we had more than a magical time and look forward to our trip back in December (5 nights at BCV and 3 nights at OKW). If there are any questions, let us know and we will be glad to answer!
(EARLY MORNING)
