Disney World Opens With Limited Accommodations
In November 1971, just weeks after the Walt Disney World Resort opened to guests for the very first time, the resort extended to guests a different way of “staying close to the magic.”
Up to that time, Disney World only had two options for guests hoping to stay on the property–Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.
Not only was the new option a different choice in locations for guests to stay during their visit to Disney World, but it also represented a new way of staying in the magic. Instead of offering luxury rooms and suites with the potential for turn-down service, housekeeping, and the latest in modular design, the new accommodations offered guests a chance to get back to nature and enjoy the outdoors while visiting Disney’s newest family theme park resort.
Disney Unveils Its Third “Resort” at Disney World
Crystal Moyer reports that a representative of the seller, Dream Life Mobile Homes, claimed they acquired them from the company that cleared out the old Fort Wilderness cabins.
Previously, fans have reported seeing the cabins listed on online marketplaces like eBay and Craigslist, leading some fans to question their authenticity.
Moyer had her doubts as well, so she jumped at the chance to tour one of the cabins. Once she was inside the cabin, it was immediately clear that this was indeed a Disney World cabin from Fort Wilderness.
There were even moose lights and animal silhouettes on the glass light shade in the dining area of the cabin–signature Disney touches. Artwork had been removed from the inside of the cabin, but it was still fully furnished. The only thing a buyer would need to do is hook up utilities to the wooden structure.
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Fort Wilderness Cabin Specs & Other Details
The cabins were built between 1998 and 2001 and are approximately 500 square feet in area. Each cabin features one bedroom and one bathroom but can still accommodate as many as six people.
According to the frequently asked questions section on the website for Dream Life Mobile Homes, delivery is included in the $50,000 price tag, so long as the delivery address is within 25 miles of the cabin’s location in Orlando. Otherwise, additional fees apply for delivery. It’s important to note also that buyers are responsible for handling zoning, rigs, and required permits before purchasing a cabin.
Buying an Old Fort Wilderness Cabin
It’s rare to be able to purchase a piece of Disney Parks history–especially one like this. And these cabins are reportedly being snatched up for around $50,000 apiece.
Dream Life Mobile Homes has listed some of the cabins on Facebook Marketplace, as well as on their official website, Orlando Resort Cabins.
It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of Disney World history, so don’t miss your chance!