The I Love BWV (yes, Hallways and Clown Pool too!) Thread

[Ronald Duck]

I saw those wonderful themed light fixtures for the first time last month, but didn't have my camera...thank you especially for that picture...up until I sae them, I thought that only VWL had light fixtures of note!

I hadn't explored BWV before, but I was surprised and pleased to see the fixtures, too. I thought of WL right away!

Have a glorious New Year's celebration there

 

[LisaS]

We'll be back at BWV in March and for the very first time we won't be staying in a boardwalk view room. I'm interested to see how if we'll enjoy BWV in a standard view room, as the great view is one of the main reasons we enjoy BWV so much.

I'll be interested to read your report and see some photos. We opted for a standard view for our next trip as well so that we could stay an extra day.

 

[Melani]

I posted this in response to a question that I can't find now.....maybe too much eggnog..."kids, don't drink and post"

I posted that question. That's good to know, I'll start doing laps around the neighborhood to get in shape.

Maybe next Christmas we can share some of that eggnog at BWV.

We are in the process of closing now. Can't wait to get in the system so I can book that trip at the 11 month window.

 

[hygienejean]

Love those pictures RonDuck!

We are another BWV lovin' family! Definitely our favorite resort on property. We are taking our first standard veiw trip in April. We have always had that wonderful BW view. (Had a GV twice)I am looking forward to checking out the standard view...love the low points...but I am worried I'll be wistful of that wonderful lake view...

 

[Ronald Duck]

I am looking forward to checking out the standard view...love the low points...but I am worried I'll be wistful of that wonderful lake view...

I'm sure you'll miss the lake/boardwalk view some, BUT our standard view room views were lovely, from sunrise to great views of Illuminations over the BWI across the way.

 

[BWV Dreamin]

We extended our last stay by one night, so we switched from BW view to standard for that one night. Others have had good luck, but we absolutely hated our standard view view. We were on the third floor, right across from the elevators (1 bedroom). Nope, gonna pay the points for bw view!

 

[hygienejean]

I will look forward to the sunrise and the possibility of it being quieter on the SV side. I won't be missing that basketball bouncing till 10:00 every night.

I wasn't aware that they changed the pullouts...Are they the same print? Bigger? or just more comfy?

I'm sure you'll miss the lake/boardwalk view some, BUT our standard view room views were lovely, from sunrise to great views of Illuminations over the BWI across the way.

 

[heaven2dc]

I was there 12/13-12/20/08 with boardwalk view (1-bedroom) and loved my view! I was put in room 2001 when I arrived and wasn't happy with it (the view was great but it was so noisy with Jellyrolls next door - kept hearing the music and people outside til almost 2 a.m. even with the doors closed & tv on low). They moved me the next day to room 3041 and it was much better. Room 2001 was so far from the elevator (even tho it had stairs right next to the room, with an ankle brace and stroller, it was too hard to get up & down). I would have liked a larger balcony since only one person could comfortably sit out there (one balcony for the living room and one for the bedroom).

I will post pics as soon as I can figure out how from the memory card I also converted another non-Disney believer (my daughter's fiance). He can't quit talking about what a great trip he had and esp the view from the room. He sat out on the balcony the first night til 1 a.m. just taking it all in.

 

[Melani]

I know I've asked how bad's the walk to HS from BWV & someone was even kind enought to post a map.

So when I saw this I thought I'd share it.

I was looking for info on the Star Wars Weekend and I saw a video clip from '07. At the very end, Bob keeps the KartKam on for the ride/walk back from HS to Dolphin.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/Photos/Start-Wars-weekends-07/index.htm

 

[bobbiwoz]

I'm glad this has come up! Love the pictures!!! Can't wait to be staying at BWV in March!!! Standard view, we've been fine with what we've had, actually very pleased. This particular BWV stay is with DGF and it's about visiting and being together and seeing the F&G show at Epcot together!

Bobbi

PS. DH comes at the end of the week, and we have Concierge AKV booked for then. Yes, a long weekend stay, Thursday to Sunday, 2 safaris booked!!!

 

[AKV707]

Love BWV. Our last trip was there. I think we were in 5064, a dedicated pool view studio. Great view of the Swan, and 2 doors from the elevators! We were not concerned with the legendary hallways if we were not near the elevators because we are AKV owners!

BWV was great, and in a few years, we will do an add on there.

 

[Weluvdisny]

I just booked today to start our trip during Marathon week. I wanted to get Standard View but I was worried about the getting the rest of my stay (I can't book it until 7 months because I gave some points to a friend and transferred SSR, duh!) with the same view. So I just took Garden view. Where is Garden view?

 

[danv3]

New BWV owner here...thought I would subscribe for updates. We're looking forward to our first trip home in October (hopefully!) *fingers crossed*

 

[AKV707]

Garden/pool view can be the pool, the croquet lawn or the village green. All really nice views.

 

[Disney Princess]

We closed on our BWV purchase last fall and recently booked our first stay for January 3-January 9. So excited to watch this site for updates!!

 

[BWVNUT]

Can't wait to be walking those long hallways next Sunday!!!

 

[Degli]

We are staying in a preferred view Wednesday and Thursday night. What should we request as for a room close to the lobby? We don't want the long halls scenario. Sad to say that we probably won't to be spending too much time at the villas, so what room request would make sense as to hauling luggage in and out for the short stay?

 

[jekjones1558]

We are staying in a preferred view Wednesday and Thursday night. What should we request as for a room close to the lobby? We don't want the long halls scenario. Sad to say that we probably won't to be spending too much time at the villas, so what room request would make sense as to hauling luggage in and out for the short stay?

If you are staying in a studio, ask for Village Green. These overlook the grassy area between the boat dock and the lobby. They are very close to the elevator. I think that all of those rooms are studios, however, so no help if you're not in a studio.

 

[Degli]

If you are staying in a studio, ask for Village Green. These overlook the grassy area between the boat dock and the lobby. They are very close to the elevator. I think that all of those rooms are studios, however, so no help if you're not in a studio.

Is the Village Green a preferred view? Yes, we are in a studio. Thanks

 

[jekjones1558]

Is the Village Green a preferred view? Yes, we are in a studio. Thanks

Yes, VG is preferred view.