We were delighted to stay at The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort for a little break and rest between our frequent visits to the Walt Disney World theme parks. Nestled within the trees and nature, our cabin was cozy as it can be.
At Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, guests can choose to stay in a comfortable cabin or go to the desert and stay in the camp at a campground.
Cabin tour
Here’s a look at the exterior of our cabin. Pretty cute, huh? For the many summers I spent at our cabin in Monticello, New York, I will tell you that this is the real deal. It turned out to be a nostalgic trip for me.
We are also close to a set of communal garbage and recycling containers that exist for each of the cabins. You can see another set of containers on the way.
Outside, on the patio, you will find a metal picnic table.
Downstairs is the basic grill. However, you will need your own grilling supplies, such as charcoal.
In general, having access to a kitchen is a huge plus, especially if you plan to host a big party (with at least one talented chef).
Living / dining room
Our cabin features a spacious living and dining room with plenty of seating for friends and family.
The living room is furnished with a queen sofa bed for extra sleeping space.
In the photograph, on the kitchen table, is the old Fort Wilderness railway, which operated from 1974 to 1980 at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. The art was created by Imagineer and Disney Legend Collin Campbell.
Here’s a look at the pullout sofa bed in the living room.
Kitchen
A good size kitchen can be found with a full size refrigerator, microwave / oven, sink, and dishwasher. It also has a small stove, a toaster, a coffee corner, and plenty of cabinet space, fully stocked with mugs, mason jars, plates, and silverware.
A few steps down the hall will take you to the bathroom and bedroom.
Bath
The full size bathroom is at the end of the hallway and features a beautiful vaulted ceiling.
The bathroom has a comfortable shower and toilet, for guests who do not want to fully embrace the paths of nature.
In previous years, I have heard many guests complain about the hot water heater and how it would not provide enough warm water for more than 1-2 short showers, but thanks to an update in recent years, I am happy to report that it should not running out of hot water, even through several guests who shower successively. This solves what was the main fall of these accommodations.
Bedroom
The bedroom is furnished with a queen bed and bunk beds. Between the room and the sofa bed, six people can fit in this cabin. I don’t know if I would say comfortably. My recommendation would be a family of up to four, being two younger children. 6 adults in this cabin would be quite tight. Maybe it’s me and I just don’t like my family enough …
Themed lighting fixtures illuminate the room, above the bunk beds and the “vanity space.”
The bedroom offers storage space with a wardrobe and 4 drawers. All other space for clothes exists in the closets in the living room next to the sofa bed.
A television too large for the counter on which it is mounted is oddly connected via a pole.
Sam McKim’s concept art from Frontierland at Disneyland graces the wall of the room, enough to make this fanboy smile.
Our stay at The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort was one we will not soon forget. This complex is a special piece from Walt Disney World, dating back to 1971. Here, you can feel what the property would have been like almost 50 years ago and experience part of Walt’s original vision for his Florida Project. The cabins are such a unique experience that I think all Disney fans should make sure to stay here at least once. I fell in love with the place, even as a local living 10 minutes later. I look forward to choosing a weekend each year to rent a cabin, invite some friends over for a barbecue, and enjoy the rustic charm of one of the original Walt Disney World resort experiences.
If you are not eager to “struggle” in the woods, be sure to check out our luxury tour of the Presidential Suite at Disney’s Contemporary Resort.
