I don't know what "cool" might be to you, but here are the reasons we loved POFQ and the resort area.
It really feels like you are in your own little french quarter on the river away from all the hussle of the parks. There are many different routes and walk-ways throughout the resort and connecting to POR, which has many beautiful walks as well through their plantation-esque buildings. Last trip we just wandered all the paths on an afternoon and evening break and just enjoyed the greenery and theming. POR has boat and fishing rentals, which might interest some. I also personally love taking the boats to DTD...what a relaxing and beautiful ride!!!!
The fact that it is small, quaint, and on gorgeous grounds is enough to bring me back again and again!!!! That is "cool" to me!