VWL Groupies & Lovers Thread (Special Collectors Edition 2.0) updated 21 June 2023

[twinklebug]

Okay, we need more details! Could someone go raid the developer's office for us and post their graphics made looking at this from ground level?

 

[ottawagreg]

I am going to take the PDF file to my office and print a set on 36X24 paper. I do BIM in 3D cad programs whatever is detailed on the prints I will be able to see and understand the drawings.

 

[ottawaviki]

Greg is bringing home CAD drawings of the VWL project. Better clean off the dining room table and gather up the highlighters. I know what we will be doing this afternoon. I am not happy with what I am seeing so far.

 

[ottawagreg]

the cabin foot print is approx 22 ft x 40 ft
the building highlighted green is labeled as a restaurant. it seems as if there will be some sort of deck facing the water and perhaps a patio area behind towards the existing trout pass bar area
the blue highlight is definitely a pool with steps from two directions for pool entry
hot tub is toward existing lodge building away from new pool
the building to the right of the pool in diagram, highlighted red is pool mechanical building
I don't see any labels for the other building in red. seem like it would be snacks and drinks.
the area that separates the new pool from the the cabins will have "wetlands" with what I suppose is some sort foot bridges joining the two areas.
also there is a new walkway that crosses over from existing concrete walk by lodge. it will pass in front of existing villas and circle around to the water it the end of cabin construction to join up with the existing wilderness trail.

Looks like we need to spend a lot of time at our resort on this summer trip. It won't look same by Christmas.

The good news is they probably won't bother putting up fence around hidden springs pool!

 

[Friendlyadvice2]

Notice the heavy line thru the DVC building. Creates separation from the lake side and what is left of the wilderness. Would be be wrong to assume the this creates new class of room on points cost. Lake view vs. standard view. It stands to reason that it would as the upper floors (3-4-5) will now be able to see the water. The area will be a new pool? Red is what restroom and pool side bar with drinks and snacks? I don't know what the green is. A restaurant or more 1 & 2 bedroom villas perhaps?

Yea, the villas on the lake side of the building will definitely have a lake view now! I'm betting the "green" area is a restaurant. Keep in mind that because this is the SFWMD permit, nothing mentions conversion of any of the lodge rooms since it's an existing structure. All we have thus far on that is speculation from the construction permits filed with Orange County.

 

[twinklebug]

The beach is gone.

 

[ottawagreg]

The beach is gone.

yep. we have never taken the time to watch a movie on the beach and eat smores..... we should make a "bucket" list for this trip. very sad

 

[DVC Mike]

Here's a closer look at the new pool and restaurant.

http://i235.*************************************NewVWLCUDM_1.png

 

[bonrea]

I cannot express the sadness that is in my heart that the beach will be gone and I FEER the true charm and true Wilderness feel will disappear when they build these... these... things!!!
What will this do for our current point charts. Will it send the points per night for the current rooms over the top? Say it isn't so!!!!

 

[DVC Mike]

the cabin foot print is approx 22 ft x 40 ft

This gives an idea of the possible size of the cabins:

http://i235.*************************************CabinSizeDM_1.png

 

[DVC Mike]

The exterior dimensions would imply 1750 - 1810 sq feet - which is larger than the Polynesian bungalows, but smaller than a Grand Villa.

 

[jimmytammy]

I am feeling really sad right now. I so hope this gets canned, but I also have to think they are doing something that will hopefully enhance the Lodge experience rather than diminish it. The Poly refurb turned out IMO not a bust. I am hoping same is true. I just watched the American Flag going down from the WL from the walkway at BLT.

 

[DVC Mike]

So, will these additions change the name of the DVC resort at the Wilderness Lodge, or will they just keep the current name?

http://i235.*************************************DVCLogos/VWL.png

Or perhaps come up with a new name?

http://i235.*************************************DVCLogos/WLVC.png

http://i235.*************************************DVCLogos/VCWL.png

 

[jimmytammy]

As promised, here they finally are, please give a round of applause to my lovely bride of 25 yrs. for helping her tech challenged hubby

The whole reason I went and sweated it out at the Star Wars parade, to see Emperor Palpatine. He was the one who started the whole thing, dontchaknow

 

[jimmytammy]

Julie made a pleasant surprise visit as we were finishing up a quick meal at 50s(we got lucky, snagged 3 seats and got served Pot Roast, piping hot, in 5 minutes)Spicy Hotdog with Pineapple Chutney at F&G Fest

 

[jimmytammy]

Star Wars Fireworks MeetR to L sechem32(Liz), wfc4life(Will), Capt.D(Casey), TammyNC(Tammy), Gordon(Mr. KAT4DISNEY), KAT4DISNEY(Kathy), horselover(Julie), and jimmytammy(Jimmy)

 

[jimmytammy]

Now on to more serious business, who is with me on a sit in at VWL/WL?? I am just a boat ride away as I write this, in fact, can hear the horns from here, anyone want to join the revolution, United We Stand, Divided We Fall!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Anniv. Celebration!!Enjoying a little down time at the studiosGroupie meet at TOTWL
R to L (Ryan and Dana)Corinne's DS and DH, Corinne, jimmytammy, Capt.D(Casey), TammyNC, sechem32(Liz) and wfc4life(Will)

 

[ottawagreg]

This gives an idea of the possible size of the cabins:

http://i235.*************************************CabinSizeDM_1.png

Thank you. You are absolutely correct. Approx 32 x 60. I was rushing to leave the house for family picnic. Did not pay close enough attention. I'm still pretty sad to know the reclusive location will be gone soon.

 

[DVC Mike]

Here is a look at the area to be developed.


http://i235.*************************************VWLPreOverlayDM.jpg


Here is the same with the plans overlaid.

http://i235.*************************************VWLOverlayDM.jpg