Disney Lakeshore Lodge DVC: Everything Announced So Far
Updated August 2026. Covers announced resort details, resale timeline expectations, and what buyers should watch for.
Disney Lakeshore Lodge is one of the most anticipated new Disney Vacation Club resorts in years. It is a lakeside resort planned for Walt Disney World and has been generating significant interest from both current DVC members and buyers who have been sitting on the sideline waiting for the right opportunity.
If you are searching "Disney Lakeshore Lodge DVC" because you want to buy, here is the honest picture: you cannot buy it on the resale market yet. But here is what we know about the resort, what to expect from pricing, and when resale contracts are likely to start appearing.
What Has Disney Announced About Lakeshore Lodge?
Disney revealed Disney Lakeshore Lodge as part of its long-term Walt Disney World expansion plans. Key announced details:
- Lakeside location at Walt Disney World, designed around a natural waterfront setting
- Lodge-themed architecture and design, bringing a national park lodge aesthetic to the resort
- Disney Vacation Club accommodations alongside hotel rooms, following the same mixed-use model as Grand Floridian and Polynesian Villas
- Expected to feature studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom villas
- 2027 is the current target timeframe based on Disney's announcements and visible construction activity
When Will Lakeshore Lodge DVC Resale Contracts Appear?
New DVC resorts follow a predictable resale timeline. Disney begins selling direct to members well before a resort opens. Early buyers who decide ownership is not for them or need liquidity can sell on the secondary market. Here is the typical timeline:
- Pre-opening sales (now through 2027): Disney sells direct only. Resale contracts essentially do not exist because most early buyers are optimistic and not yet selling.
- Opening year: A handful of early contracts may appear, often priced above market because sellers know demand is high. Prices tend to be close to or above what Disney is charging direct.
- 12-24 months after opening: Resale inventory begins to build. Buyers who purchased direct but underestimated their usage start listing. This is often when savvy buyers start watching.
- 2-4 years after opening: The resale market matures. Pricing stabilizes at a meaningful discount to direct. This is typically when the best value for a new resort appears.
Based on a 2027 opening estimate, meaningful resale inventory for Lakeshore Lodge would likely appear in 2028-2029. If you want to buy at the best price, patience pays off.
Expected Pricing: Direct vs. Resale
Disney has not announced pricing for Lakeshore Lodge DVC. Based on trends across recent DVC resort launches, here is what we expect:
| Purchase Type | Expected Price Range | When Available | Blue Card Perks? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct from Disney | $220-260/pt | Now (pre-opening sales) | Yes |
| Resale (early market) | $180-220/pt | ~2027-2028 | No |
| Resale (mature market) | $130-170/pt | ~2029-2031 | No |
These estimates are based on patterns seen with Riviera Resort (opened 2019, now $110-135/pt resale), Copper Creek (opened 2017, now $115-145/pt resale), and Grand Floridian (opened 2022, now $160-190/pt resale). Location and demand for the specific resort affect how quickly resale prices come down.
How Lakeshore Lodge Compares to Existing Resorts
If you are comparing Lakeshore Lodge to buying an existing DVC resort today, here is the tradeoff:
Many buyers hedge this by buying an existing resort now and adding Lakeshore Lodge points later once the resale market matures. DVC allows you to own at multiple resorts and use all your points across any DVC property, so this is a common and sensible approach.
What Is the Home Resort Booking Advantage?
Every DVC resort has a home resort booking window and a general booking window. Home resort owners can book stays at their resort 11 months in advance. All DVC members can book any resort 7 months in advance.
For popular resorts like Polynesian, Grand Floridian, and Bay Lake Tower, that 11-month window is essential for securing preferred villas in peak seasons. Christmas week, Thanksgiving, and spring break at a top resort like Polynesian typically require booking at exactly 11 months out. If Lakeshore Lodge becomes similarly popular, home resort priority would be valuable.
If you primarily want to stay at Walt Disney World in general rather than specifically at Lakeshore Lodge, buying an existing resort at a better price and using the 7-month window for Lakeshore Lodge would be a reasonable approach, at least until you see how popular the resort actually becomes.
Riviera Resale Restrictions: A Lesson for New Buyers
One important thing to understand about Riviera Resort, and potentially Lakeshore Lodge: Disney introduced resale restrictions starting with Riviera in 2019. Resale purchasers of Riviera contracts can only use their points at Riviera. They cannot book other DVC resorts at 7 months.
Disney has not announced whether Lakeshore Lodge will carry the same resale restrictions. Given that Riviera carries them, it is likely that Lakeshore Lodge will as well. If that is the case, buying Lakeshore Lodge resale would mean your points only work at Lakeshore Lodge. This is a significant consideration for buyers who want flexibility to use points across many DVC resorts.
We will update this page as Disney makes official announcements about Lakeshore Lodge policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Disney Lakeshore Lodge?
Disney Lakeshore Lodge is a new Disney Vacation Club resort planned for Walt Disney World. It is designed as a lakeside lodge-themed property and is expected to open in 2027. Disney is currently selling direct memberships ahead of the opening.
Can you buy Disney Lakeshore Lodge DVC on the resale market?
Not yet. Resale contracts for new DVC resorts typically become available 12-24 months after opening as early buyers decide to sell. Lakeshore Lodge resale inventory will likely appear in 2028 or later. We will list contracts here as soon as they become available.
How much will Disney Lakeshore Lodge DVC cost?
Disney has not announced pricing. Based on comparable new resorts, direct pricing will likely be in the $220-260 per point range. Resale pricing, once it develops, will depend on demand but could stabilize in the $130-170 per point range within a few years of opening.
Will Lakeshore Lodge have the same resale restrictions as Riviera?
Disney has not announced its resale policy for Lakeshore Lodge. Given that Riviera carries restrictions (resale buyers can only use points at Riviera), many industry observers expect similar restrictions for new resorts. We will update this page when Disney makes an official announcement.
Is it better to buy Lakeshore Lodge direct or wait for resale?
Waiting for resale generally saves buyers $60-120 per point on a new resort, though it means waiting 2-4 years for pricing to mature. Buying direct gives you earlier home resort access and Blue Card perks. Most experienced DVC buyers wait for resale pricing unless there is a specific reason to buy direct at opening.
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FL License BK511192. Mark sold DVC directly for Disney from 1993 to 2016, closing 10,000+ contracts and earning Salesperson of the Year twice. He founded DVC Sales in 2016 and has closed 10,000+ resale transactions since. Last updated: August 2026
I've dealt with Mark for over 20 years, he's always available to answer my silly questions, and give honest advice, even if it's to his detriment. When the time comes to sell, Mark will be my first call.
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