In images since scrubbed from their website, Disney recently released new concept artwork and information about the upcoming refresh and reimagining coming to The Cabins at Fort Wilderness. Although it’s unclear why the images are no longer available, it’s easy to speculate that a mixed and tepid response to the redo on social media could possibly be to blame.

The new cabins are part of a collection of improvement projects underway at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground including expanded dining options plus refreshed pool areas and walking trails. From the images, the new direction reveals that the rustic woodsy charm of the original cabins will be replaced with a more contemporary take aimed at meeting the tastes of today’s traveling families.

Disney previously confirmed that the new cabins will take advantage of the resort’s existing footprint but the imagery has a decidedly modern approach for the refresh that disregards or even negates the overall tone of what makes the property so special amongst fans.

Here’s what we know so far about what the new Disney Vacation Club offerings will include.

What to Expect

• One-bedroom cabins that can sleep up to six guests with a main bedroom, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, a living area and dining area.
• The airy living room will feature comfortable sofa seating that can be easily pulled down to reveal a queen-size bed, for added sleeping space.
• Each cabin kitchen will come with its own refrigerator, dishwasher, stove and microwave oven.
• The main bedroom will feature a large queen-size bed, wall-mounted television and two bunk beds, adorned with whimsical artwork featuring Chip and Dale.
• Dog-friendly cabins will also be available.

Details

• The cabin’s interior will be influenced by the resort’s idyllic scenery, with touches of Disney whimsy that harken back to the historic property’s heritage that celebrate the resort’s early days and its four classic traditions; camping, canoeing, archery and fishing.
• On the bunkbeds in the main bedroom, guests will find artwork featuring Chip and Dale gathering acorns around their tree house. In the background, you will notice a calendar helping them keep track of winter’s approach. The date highlighted on the calendar is November 19, which is the opening day of Fort Wilderness back in 1971.
• Postcard artwork in the bedroom features River Country and The Junior Woodchucks of the World.
• Original artwork will also include familiar faces, including Mickey Mouse, Pluto and the dynamic chipmunk duo Chip and Dale.

See it for Yourself

The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort are projected to open in various stages throughout 2024.