Boy, you sure summed up BWV for us too! We purchased BWV in 2009. We have probably stayed there 8-9 times and I would say two trips were better than average as far as the accommodations and the rest have been rather like what you have described. It is not my favorite resort....although we keep going back due to the location.
We did add on "cheap points" in 2010-11 at SSR, and it turns out that it is probably our favorite resort. Like everyone has mentioned, the landscaping and peacefulness are a welcome respite after a long day at the parks. And, wow, we are totally looking forward to the refurb!!
I'm hoping that it doesn't make SSR too difficult to book.