Are the FW Cabins a right fit?

[BobbinWeez]

My family is considering a Christmas time trip. We would be a big group 5 adults and 3 children a 3 y/o and twin infants around 4-5 months. Would one of the cabins work for a group that size?

 

[Reddy]

The cabins allow for 6 - maybe one more if in a crib thingy

 

[pooh4me]

Check with WDW on 2 cribs,otherwise you will fit .Two cribs in the bedroom would be really tight. Go to www.allearsnet.com you will find a map of the cabins there.

 

[mgsmom]

The cabins say they are for 6 - but the twin infants might not "count".
If Disney says you're cool, I would still think really seriously about how well you all get along and how much time you plan on being in the cabin.
Personally, I would not stay in a cabin with that many bodies.
But, then again, I could see my brother's family being fine with all piling up like that. But keep in mind, you would definitely be "piling up".

Would both twins sleep in one packnplay? If you have to find space for 2 PNPs you would be in a serious pinch.

 

[YodaGirl]

Even if Disney says that the two babies don't count toward room occupancy, keep in mind that everyone would be sharing one bathroom. Might become an issue when it comes to getting ready of a morning.

 

[2goofycampers]

Even tho I love the cabins, with that many people I would opt for 2 rooms at a value resort. Unless 2 cabins are in the budget.

 

[mgsmom]

I just had a thought - if you're open to other options - there are some folks who rent RVs at the Fort - they set them up for you and everything - and I think the 5ers they rent have bunks and can house 8 people.

 

[Born 2 Fish]

Just my opinion,,but I wouldn't do it. For me that is way to many people (Adults)in a small confined area for a length of time. We have done this, (not at the cabins) ,and I think there are two ways to ruin a family or friend realationship,,
1. loan them money,,
2. spend time in close quarters with them.




but what do I know, I'm just a old fort.

 

[PrincessNP]

TOO MANY PEOPLE! Not that you couldn't "legally" do it, but we had me, DH, DD1, DD3, and my parents for only 2 nights in the cabins and it was really tight. One bathroom is a real challenge. And it is likely that not everyone is on the same sleeping schedule and of course naps for the little ones, too.

Either 2 cabins, or look for resorts with 2 room suites. I didnt realize it, but the All Star Music has 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suites for very reasonable prices. Not the "fluff" of other resorts of course, but if you are on a budget then it may be a good option.

Sure would like to have you at The Fort!!

 

[PureTcrazy]

We just returned 2 weeks ago from a trip to the cabins. There were 4 adults: me, dm, db, and my friend. Look at the pics and try to visualize where you would all sleep and put stuff. Me and DM slept in the double (I had to sleep by wall and crawl to end of bed to get up) in the bedroom, my friend slept on bottom bunk and if you sit up to get out of bed you have to duck your head. DB slept on murphy and was fine, but when it is down, you can only get off on one side or crawl to the foot of the bed. There is no room in the Living area for a pnp and in the br I don't know that you would be able to move around it. The kitchen area is the only place I can imagine putting it.

It was fine, but it took us a while just to figure out where to put stuff. There is not a lot of storage space for luggage. There is one SMALL closet in the bedroom and 4 or 5 small drawers. The LR has 2 cabinets under the windows. I struggled with the clutter in the living area due to suitcases, camera bags, park bags, etc.

All that said, we are still planning 3 trips to go back to the cabins!. If it is 2 family units, I would definitely plan on 2 cabins or 2 rooms or a 2 BR villa. You may want to check the DVC rent/trade board to see if renting points might be an option for you.

 

[starbuc71]

I really hope I don't offend anyone here, but I can't seem to find a reason what justifies $300 some dollars a night in one of the cabins? IMO, I would much rather stay at one of the nicer resorts especially if you have a larger party. Again, to each thier own. We are the crazy ones that pay for a concrete slab with a sewer hole and an electric plug. I guess what gets me overall is that we have friends that would love to stay at the fort with us who don't own a camper and would like to stay in the cabins, but for the price for say 3 nights, they would be broke. They usually stay at the fairfield inn or residence in at LBY for $79 a night. Would be nice to have a cheaper price for what you get out of the cabins. Just my 2 cents

 

[mgsmom]

The cabins are definitely not necessarily a cheap option - but I guess it depends on what you are looking for. They are right in line with the price of a family suite at ASMu and are also along the lines of a regular room at a Deluxe.
We look at the pros and cons of everything, and it always comes back to the cabins at the Fort. They have some very unique features that you either can't find anywhere else on Disney property OR features that you would pay a lot more for elsewhere.

1. We LOVE the Fort itself. Coming back to the Fort after a hectic morning/evening at the parks is so relaxing. It is very "old school" and nostalgic to me to sit in rockers and watch my daughter play with wooden blocks on the porch of CT while DH & I enjoy a beverage and do a little people watching. Anywhere "outdoors" is a thin place for me, so I'm just drawn to the Fort.

2. The privacy. It's like having your own little house in the middle of WDW - where else do you get that, really?

3. The convenience. My car is parked right outside the door. We have a full kitchen. And mousekeeping is awesome - they even wash your dishes!

4. The transportation. We are big fans of using the Disney transportation when we are on vacation. We drove ourselves twice this last summer and wished we hadn't. From the Fort, you can take boats to monorails or golf carts and busses.

5. The deck. Where else in WDW will I get an entire deck to hang out on at the end of the day or sit out and enjoy my morning coffee? Plus, where else would I hang my thongs out to dry?

6. IF there is a PIN code, a cabin usually will come with the largest percentage, like a deluxe. So, it's actually cheaper than the ASMu suite if you get a discount.

We think it's worth the price, but those are things we really love about the cabins that we don't get anywhere else in combination.

Someday *sigh* I will get my camper and we will get to camp there. But until then, I'm a loyal cabineer.

 

[PureTcrazy]

The cabins are a good fit for my family. We are DM, DB, DS and me, with occasional extended family or friends. My DM is beginning to act her real age and can't spend the day at the parks. My DB is way more commando than me.

1. The cabin allowed us each to do the parks or not.

2. The peace & quiet!!!

3. I'm a smoker and being able to smoke on the deck was invaluable!

4. The kitchen.

5. The atmosphere.

6. Pin codes/ap rates

It's not for everyone!

 

[CarolinaMike]

I love staying in the cabins but we have never had more than 4 adults and 2 children in one. With that many people I don't know if there would be enough room for everyone to have a place to put there stuff and still be able to move about. Then there is the also the consideration of 1 bathroom for that many people. You want to have fun on vacation and not be be crammed like sardines - I wouldn't suggest it.

 

[dmr19]

Babies do count in the fire code regulations, so 5 adults and 3 kids would be too many for one cabin. I think it might even be too many for an ASM family suite. I'd suggest 2 rooms or even a 2 bedroom suite if you can afford it (great to have extra space during babies' naps).

One year we went with my brother's family -- total of 5 adults and 3 kids. We stayed in a 2 bedroom suite offsite (near downtown disney). It worked out great.

BTW: We loved our FW cabin for our family of 6. Most regular hotel rooms hold a maximum of 5, so we need two rooms or a suite. If you compare the cabin cost to two rooms, it's not so much higher. And you get so much more!

 

[Marshel]

Smoking privileges: the one place on the property where you can smoke immediately outside your room without having to take a long trek to a dsa.

 

[MomofSixinSC]

I would think the money you save on eating out would help defray the cost. Of course, many people don't want to cook on vacation, but with some good prep, the cooking can be minimal. You can assemble crockpot meals and freeze them in gallon ziplock bags. Store them in the fridge in your cabin and then just toss one in a crockpot before leaving for the park for the day. You can come home to dinner hot and waiting, and you don't even have to do the dishes.

I wish our crew could fit in a cabin, but our tent will just have to do for now.

 

[fortwildernessishome]

I really hope I don't offend anyone here, but I can't seem to find a reason what justifies $300 some dollars a night in one of the cabins? IMO, I would much rather stay at one of the nicer resorts especially if you have a larger party. Again, to each thier own. We are the crazy ones that pay for a concrete slab with a sewer hole and an electric plug. I guess what gets me overall is that we have friends that would love to stay at the fort with us who don't own a camper and would like to stay in the cabins, but for the price for say 3 nights, they would be broke. They usually stay at the fairfield inn or residence in at LBY for $79 a night. Would be nice to have a cheaper price for what you get out of the cabins. Just my 2 cents

Hi there,
The reason that justifies us staying at the cabins is that we don't own a camper/RV. While we tent camp over a dozen times a year here in NH, I have no interest in tent camping in Florida. Therefore, if we want to stay at Fort Wilderness, we stay at the cabins. For many years we joined my parents in their RV to enjoy Fort Wilderness, but then my Dad died and the motor home was sold. To continue the Fort Wilderness tradition that is so important to both myself and my kids, we started staying in the cabins. I agree though, $300.00 is a ton of money. Sometimes when we come down for two weeks, we'll split our stay between a value and the Fort, spending a week at each. Like I said though, I do agree with you that the price is crazy!! Our last stay was at the Beach Club and we spent less there then we do on the cabins, so it makes you stop and think for sure!
That being said, I would NOT want to have the large group in the cabin that OP asked about. The most we have done is three adults, myself, husband and Mom, as well as our two children.