Last week we reported on Disney's intention to close the Stormalong Bay pool complex in phases for rehab work in early 2009.  The information we were given suggested that the pool would be closed from January 5, 2009 until sometime in late March. 

The closure has since been added to Disney's official travel agent rehab bulletin, but that document suggests that work on the pool could continue as late as April 15, 2009.  

Maintenace schedules are always subject to change given that they can be dramatically impacted by weather conditions or a host of other uncontrollable factors.  What remains certain is that Disney has every intention of keeping the pool open to guests throughout the rehab period.  But spring visitors should expect some elements may be unavailable as late as mid-April while necessary maintenance work is completed.  

Following-up on our previous story, the Yacht and Beach Club's Stormalong Bay pool complex will be subject to refurbishment work starting on January 5, 2009 and running into late March.  Disney Vacation Club sources have confirmed that the work will be completed in phases, with portions of the complex not undergoing work expected to remain open.  Official statement follows...

Disney Vacation Club Member Services advisers have begun informing members of a scheduled rehab of the Yacht / Beach Clubs' Stormalong Bay pool complex in early 2009.

Since the fall of 2007, Disney has been performing trials with a separate check-in desk near the Beach Club Villas specifically for Disney Vacation Club members.  That trial has ended with the resort reverting back to its original setup.