Resale shopping again.. my heart wants one thing but my head says another. Give your opinions.

[Brian Noble]

BWV saves around 10 points a night

I assume this is the Standard/Resort view? There are not many of those, and competition is fierce because they are all lockoffs, so you are competing with all the folks who want studios.

I think getting a Resort view 2BR is possible, but I would not necessarily count on it even as an owner.

 

[disneylandtour]

Should I slow my roll and just wait to see how I like my trip in August at Wilderness Lodge?
Should I go with my heart and go for it with BWV?
Should I make the best financial choice in BLT since it is walkable to MK and that is huge for us.
Should I just keep CCV, book what I can at BW at 7 months and pony up for Minnie Vans to MK?
Is there is a resort thats a good compromise you think Id love and should consider over BW or BLT?

With all that said I am needing to plan a trip in a 2 bedroom for Feb 2026 so if Im buying BLT/BWV I would like to hopefully get in before 7 months hits.

-I love CCV. My favorite two resorts are Poly and CCV. But August is truly brutal at any Disney World resort and is probably not a good time to judge the location. (Late Oct through early March, it's lovely). On the up side, for August, there's two solid pools, Geyser Point is a great outdoor bar for late evening. And if you're in CCV (now BRV) you can get to everything (restaurants, store, etc.) without going outside. Hopefully the new parade will be running by August, so you can take the boat to the MK to see that, no bus.

-BWV is over priced because so, so many people use the low point count and the location for commercial renting. So you're paying more because it's a good rental contract. And there's only 16+ years left there now. I own no 2042 resorts. All of my OWK are extended. It just didn't make any financial sense to get 2042.

-BLT is a great value right now. You have monorails, boats, and busses. If you can get a preferred view with an upper view of the lake, it's lovely. But really, book a couple of trips there before you buy. It's a different feel (more closed off) than other resorts.

-My general advice is to identify three or four resorts you like and then pick the best financial option from that mix. I think most regulars can identify three or four places that they love to stay most. Focusing only on the one place that you want to stay I think sometimes moves people toward not-so-great financial decisions.

 

[VGCgroupie]

It sounds like you want BWV. I would probably start throwing out lowball offers and hope one sticks.

If you could possibly wait to buy until after your next trip? Book BLT with your CCV points so you get to try it? Since you already have CCV points that you use as SAP you probably don’t want BLT points you are stuck with after finding out you still like BW better.

We happen to LOVE BLT but we spend a lot of time at MK. We were there last year on one of the only 10/10 crowd level days at MK. After the fireworks, the boat and monorail lines were insane. We happily walked right past the mobs and did the short walk back to BLT. We drive to the other 3 parks.

We stayed at BWV on our last trip and really loved it too. We just don’t spend much time at Epcot and find it easy to drive to HS. If you end up liking BLT enough, perhaps buy there and use the points for your 2 bedroom stays and stay at BW when you need a 1 bedroom, which are typically available.

Seems like DLR level of distance to the parks which is amazing.

I own both - CCV is for our holiday trip and BWV is for Spring Break. I’ve spent most of my late childhood and adult years staying at Crescent Lake resorts and they are absolutely my favorite (BWV topping the list!) but there is something magical about CCV during the holidays.

So if you never plan to travel then, I’d buy BWV. Depending on the deal you get (and we all know you will find it!! ) and when you plan to travel, it can still make financial sense to own vs. rent.

FWIW, I’ve had no issues using my CCV points at BWV during Spring Break - but it was a studio and I was fine with P/G view. I have, on the other hand, massively struggled to get Boardwalk of Resort View at 11 months so there’s that.

I dont really see us going in December. Since I grew up in California, now I love being somewhere that is winter during Christmas time. But I know CCV is alot like VGC and we adore VGC.

We tend to book 1 BRs which are almost always available at 7 months (on the early side) especially if you don't care about view type...

Now, if we needed a 2 BR, I might have a different feeling. Personally, we may be in the minority, we love the Boardwalk location, love the restaurants and shopping. Are actually not huge fans of the hotel rooms themselves. Very small, cramped, dated, etc. That said, I love the points chart for now while we are using 1 BR units. We imagine in a few years needing to switch to 2 BRs, which I would not be eager to stay in.

But, I have a thing about needing large rooms... Which is why I prefer OKW and VGF...

Regarding the original question. This is too much money to spend on a product that isn't exactly what you want. Buy fewer points, or save up a little longer, or whatever, but I'm always flummoxed when people say "We want to stay at Boulder Ridge every year, which is why we bought lots of points at Aulani."

We know some owners who truly don't care where they stay. SSR resale points are perfect for them!

I think coming from AKV it made the rooms feel super new! HAHA. We have never stayed at any of the larger resorts, except the Aulani 1 bed did actually feel much larger than BWV.

One thing I wished I had done before my very first DVC purchase is to have stayed at more resorts and at different times of the year. There are so many choices at WDW unlike DLR (where VGC is the clear winner, sorry VDH )

After 3 years of stays we sold our original VGF points, which we got because our first stay there was so awesome but we also didn't have much with which to compare. For MK Halloween or Christmas party nights, we just had to have BLT to walk over after midnight. Originally we didn't think we'd be doing a lot of party nights so it didn't matter as much. Also, I hadn't stayed in a theme park view room at BLT--the view of MK, Seven Seas Lagoon, and the Contemporary is really nice at night (but for me this is imbued with nostalgia and an appreciation for the CR's history as one of the original WDW resorts). Once we had that stay and had tried many other resorts we knew BLT was the one for us.

Over the 3 years we had stayed everywhere and a lot of things became clearer: didn't care to be near Disney Springs, so those resorts were out; thought we would love AKV, and while for a resort stay it was nice to have that amazing savannah view, the cons outweighed the pros for us; CCV rooms felt too small for us, we actually much prefer BRV, the refurbed rooms are so nice--but in the end I like the monorail loop. Finally, we decided we wanted to add-on something in the EPCOT area as well. Tried BWV, BCV, and Riviera. Liked BCVs best because kids loved the pool so much. But I loved the rooms at Riviera, best on property imo. Waited a while and then the pandemic depressed prices and Riviera made a lot of sense at $155 pp and long expiration. They're basically our SAPs now, but we often use them for 1BR stays at BCV or BWVs mixed in with home resort advantage. But as I had mentioned, we're okay with 1BRs Garden view at BWVs.

Anyway, I would just at least try BCV and some others before deciding! But good luck with whatever you do!

I would love to take a trip and stay at one resort each night, that probably isnt in the cards though. One can dream. I am glad I have my VDH so I can book RIV, I just need to get past the feeling of needing to hold on to them exclusively for VDH. RIV is gorgeous from what we seen when we went to Topolinos and we love the Skyliner. I am a sucker for a great view though I bet I would love tp view at BLT. I had BLT and BWV booked this last trip but then decided too much packing and eliminated BLT, kind of wish I hadn't.

So much great advice has been given here on how you might want to proceed!

For many of the reasons already mentioned, we felt we needed both a MK and an Epcot resort. So we now own VGF and BCV. We take a VGF trip In Feb and a BCV trip in Nov and that works well for us.

From what you describe, I don’t think you would regret selling CCV and buying BWV now and perhaps adding BLT later.

I wasnt around these DVC threads then but I still have FOMO over that VGF fire sale.

So I own at BLT. I bought it without ever staying there or even anywhere near magic kingdom before. We stayed for the first time in January and my family LOVED IT! There is absolutely no beating that short stones throw away walk from Magic Kingdom. When we were there it rained on the day we were at Animal Kingdom. We decided to leave by noon. By the time we finally got on a bus, got back to BLT, it was only sprinkling. I pulled up MDE and saw that Tron was only a 30 min wait. I looked at the kids and said lets go! We are fast walkers but it took us maybe a little more then 15 min and we were waiting on the Tron que. Right then and there I knew this would be tough to beat.

Now using the monorail to go to EPCOT is a little tougher. But still way easier then the bus. Walk to the Contemporary, go up, and take the monorail one stop to the TTC. Walk down the ramp, around to the other side, and up the ramp. Get on Monorail. Arrive at EPCOT pretty quickly. Now, having said how nice that is, the ride back is not as nice. You have to ride all the way around the monorail loop once you board the resort line. But still way better then using a bus. Overall, we love BLT and we love the value it brings.

BUUUUT.....I want to stay at Boardwalk in the worst way. And it is pretty darn hard to book there at 7 months. If I ever add on then BWV would be the place. To me it looks like you have your heart and mind made up. I say go bold and sell your CCV contract and buy a nice Boardwalk contact and love it for the next 16 years. You could always add a small BLT or CCV contract down the road if you feel you will miss being in that area.

This is pure magic I love that! IN the que within 15 min

 

[VGCgroupie]

I assume this is the Standard/Resort view? There are not many of those, and competition is fierce because they are all lockoffs, so you are competing with all the folks who want studios.

I think getting a Resort view 2BR is possible, but I would not necessarily count on it even as an owner.

I didnt think even at 11 months it would be tough Im pretty sure I was comparing lowest view level to lowest view level. It was 10 points give or take vs other resorts like RIV, VGF, BLT

-I love CCV. My favorite two resorts are Poly and CCV. But August is truly brutal at any Disney World resort and is probably not a good time to judge the location. (Late Oct through early March, it's lovely). On the up side, for August, there's two solid pools, Geyser Point is a great outdoor bar for late evening. And if you're in CCV (now BRV) you can get to everything (restaurants, store, etc.) without going outside. Hopefully the new parade will be running by August, so you can take the boat to the MK to see that, no bus.

-BWV is over priced because so, so many people use the low point count and the location for commercial renting. So you're paying more because it's a good rental contract. And there's only 16+ years left there now. I own no 2042 resorts. All of my OWK are extended. It just didn't make any financial sense to get 2042.

-BLT is a great value right now. You have monorails, boats, and busses. If you can get a preferred view with an upper view of the lake, it's lovely. But really, book a couple of trips there before you buy. It's a different feel (more closed off) than other resorts.

-My general advice is to identify three or four resorts you like and then pick the best financial option from that mix. I think most regulars can identify three or four places that they love to stay most. Focusing only on the one place that you want to stay I think sometimes moves people toward not-so-great financial decisions.

I was trying to only own 1 resort at WDW because Im having such a hard time juggling all these contracts and I haven't found my groove yet with my own tracking of points.

I love that I can get around without going outside, if I struggled a bit in April I cant imagine August. We are only going because of MM, Im a sucker for free even if free costs me money.

 

[AstroBlasters]

-I love CCV. My favorite two resorts are Poly and CCV. But August is truly brutal at any Disney World resort and is probably not a good time to judge the location. (Late Oct through early March, it's lovely). On the up side, for August, there's two solid pools, Geyser Point is a great outdoor bar for late evening. And if you're in CCV (now BRV) you can get to everything (restaurants, store, etc.) without going outside. Hopefully the new parade will be running by August, so you can take the boat to the MK to see that, no bus.

-BWV is over priced because so, so many people use the low point count and the location for commercial renting. So you're paying more because it's a good rental contract. And there's only 16+ years left there now. I own no 2042 resorts. All of my OWK are extended. It just didn't make any financial sense to get 2042.

-BLT is a great value right now. You have monorails, boats, and busses. If you can get a preferred view with an upper view of the lake, it's lovely. But really, book a couple of trips there before you buy. It's a different feel (more closed off) than other resorts.

-My general advice is to identify three or four resorts you like and then pick the best financial option from that mix. I think most regulars can identify three or four places that they love to stay most. Focusing only on the one place that you want to stay I think sometimes moves people toward not-so-great financial decisions.

“BWV is over priced because so, so many people use the low point count and the location for commercial renting. So you're paying more because it's a good rental contract. And there's only 16+ years left there now. I own no 2042 resorts. All of my OWK are extended. It just didn't make any financial sense to get 2042.”

Um…. No…. BWV is priced where it is because of a low point chart, a fantastic location, and fantastic theming.

 

[VGCgroupie]

“BWV is over priced because so, so many people use the low point count and the location for commercial renting. So you're paying more because it's a good rental contract. And there's only 16+ years left there now. I own no 2042 resorts. All of my OWK are extended. It just didn't make any financial sense to get 2042.”

Um…. No…. BWV is priced where it is because of a low point chart, a fantastic location, and fantastic theming.

Sucks though that commercial renters screw me in CA and now they are doing it in FL too.

 

[AstroBlasters]

Sucks though that commercial renters screw me in CA and now they are doing it in FL too.

I think it is actually supply/demand and commercial renters get blamed.

There is a ton of availability for the Pool/Garden view for 2BD in the home resort booking window and you can snag a BW view 2BD if you march behind the walkers and have some flexibility of dates.

There is usually 2BD BLT Lake View availability at 7m… not the case for 2bd’s BWV.

 

[VGCgroupie]

I think it is actually supply/demand and commercial renters get blamed.

There is a ton of availability for the Pool/Garden view for 2BD in the home resort booking window and you can snag a BW view 2BD if you march behind the walkers and have some flexibility of dates.

There is usually 2BD BLT Lake View availability at 7m… not the case for 2bd’s BWV.

Im down to wake up at 5am just sucks to wake up and then lose out

 

[Brian Noble]

You pays your money, you takes your chances.

 

[JackosinDIS]

Im down to wake up at 5am just sucks to wake up and then lose out

If you are trying to get resort view, you will lose out a LOT.

It usually takes me around 10 attempts to get the first days of a resort view studio. Not so bad as we are 5 hours ahead here, but not sure I’d fancy 10x 5am alarms every time I want a room!

1 beds and garden view is fine though.

 

[atthebeachclub]

I think it is actually supply/demand and commercial renters get blamed.

There is a ton of availability for the Pool/Garden view for 2BD in the home resort booking window and you can snag a BW view 2BD if you march behind the walkers and have some flexibility of dates.

There is usually 2BD BLT Lake View availability at 7m… not the case for 2bd’s BWV.

True about Lake View BLT. I find resort view can be pretty tough to find by 7 months though, and is pretty point thrifty! I still think @VGCgroupie should buy BWV though since she hasn't even tried BLT, and already knows she loves BWV, AND getting a 2 bedroom there at 7 months may be challenging for specific dates especially due lack of dedicated 2 bedrooms.

 

[AstroBlasters]

Im down to wake up at 5am just sucks to wake up and then lose out

I would just wake up at 8am on the day afterwards and march behind the walkers.

 

[VGCgroupie]

Am I trying to talk my husband into a just us trip next month? You bet I am.

 

[gr8ful]

I just bought a small BWV contract to add to what I already had. At 65, the 2042 cutoff does not mean much to me.

17 years at a favorite resort makes it a good value for you. And probably for all of us if we can get beyond the money.

I would just wake up at 8am on the day afterwards and march behind the walkers.

This advice is priceless!

 

[disneylandtour]

I dont really see us going in December. Since I grew up in California, now I love being somewhere that is winter during Christmas time. But I know CCV is alot like VGC and we adore VGC.

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I’ve spect a lot of time at VGC. they are both lodge style hotels. But in terms of amenities, service, and over experience, I find Poly to be the closest to VGC. If you want drinks delivered to you lounge chair at the (main/lava) pool, that’s Poly, not CCV.

 

[AstroBlasters]

I’ve spect a lot of time at VGC. they are both lodge style hotels. But in terms of amenities, service, and over experience, I find Poly to be the closest to VGC. If you want drinks delivered to you lounge chair at the (main/lava) pool, that’s Poly, not CCV.

The VGC pool chairs and food & beverage service…. so nice….

 

[VGCgroupie]

The VGC pool chairs and food & beverage service…. so nice….

VGC is something special. I honestly think DVC at DLR and AUL is a step above WDW.

 

[VGCgroupie]

SO I have 2 weekends ID like to try for next month. May 3rd weekend or Memorial Day weekend. May 3rd zero availability. I can find one day over memorial day weekend, tempted to just book it but Im afraid of holding points even though I could use them for August trip if May fell through.

 

[VGCgroupie]

Also... Im not sure how my husband didn't say absolutely not when I said lets go back next month. Maybe it's because I said just us, we never go anywhere without our son.

 

[AstroBlasters]

SO I have 2 weekends ID like to try for next month. May 3rd weekend or Memorial Day weekend. May 3rd zero availability. I can find one day over memorial day weekend, tempted to just book it but Im afraid of holding points even though I could use them for August trip if May fell through.

I wouldn’t risk it….