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Location
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Magic Kingdom Resort Area
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Category
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Deluxe and Deluxe Villa
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Theme
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Styled after the National Park lodges of the early 20th century. The Lodge is known for its 5 story lobby atrium filled with hand crafted totems, Grand Canyon Fireplace and Native American artifacts. The Lodge is filled with nooks and crannies with fireplaces and comfortable chairs to relax in.
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Central Building
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The Wilderness Lodge houses the Registration desk, shopping and dinning.
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Resort Layout
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A natural spring starts in the lobby and travels outside down the Silver Creek, cascading over waterfalls and ending in the Silver Creek Springs pool.
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Next door with the red roof is the Villas at Wilderness Lodge. |
Facts & History
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Opening Year
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1994. Villas opened in 2000. |
| History |
Original plans for the Vacation Kingdom included a "Wilderness Hotel" to adjoin the campground. Twenty four years later the Wilderness Lodge rose out of the pine trees. Granite flagstone and lodgepole pines were transported in from the West to help build the Lodge. Hand hewn totems and Native American artifacts decorate the Lodge providing authenticity to the majestic building. Much of the forest that surrounds the Lodge is native Florida slash pine, but careful eyes will spot conifers that, previously, were only found out West. Ingenuity and Disney Magic help them thrive in Florida humidity. |
| Wilderness Lodge rooms renovated in 2007 |
| Wilderness Lodge Villas scheduled to be renovated late 2008 |
| Design |
Designed by Peter Dominick, a Denver architect, it is based on the historic wood-timber lodges of America's national parks. Dominick is known as an architect for his sensitivity to the rugged Western landscape. |
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In 2000 the Disney Vacation Club opened it's fifth property adjacent to the Wilderness Lodge. The Villas Building was designed to complement the Lodge, while not mimicking it. Intended to look like the lodges built to support the burgeoning transcontinental railroad that would take passengers to the great National Parks out west. Inside you'll even find the Iron Spike room - decorated with railroad memorabilia and even replicas from Walt Disney's very own Carolwood Pacific. |
| Christmastime |
Be sure not to miss the grand Christmas Tree in the center of the seven story atrium. Peter Dominick is a rather clever fellow - the very center section of flooring can be removed for access to electrical outlets for the express purpose of lighting a Christmas tree. The same thing is in his other two Disney resorts - Animal Kingdom Lodge and Grand Californian. Bears and other woodland critters frolic among the holly and Country themed decor. |
Types of rooms
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Standard
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340 Sq ft. 2 Queen beds, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, Table with 2 chairs, dresser with flat panel TV, nightstand, and wall hooks.
Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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340 Sq ft. King, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, Table with 2 chairs, dresser with flat panel TV, nightstand, and wall hooks. Accommodate 2 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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Woods
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340 Sq ft. 2 Queen beds, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, Table with 2 chairs, dresser with flat panel TV, nightstand, and wall hooks.
Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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340 Sq ft. Queen bed and Bunk bed, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, Table with 2 chairs, dresser with flat panel TV, nightstand, and wall hooks.
Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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Courtyard
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340 Sq ft. 2 Queen beds, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, Table with 2 chairs, dresser with flat panel TV, nightstand, and wall hooks.
Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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340 Sq ft. Queen bed and Bunk bed, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, Table with 2 chairs, dresser with flat panel TV, nightstand, and wall hooks.
Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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Old Faithful Club
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340 Sq ft. Club level room. 2 Queen beds, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, Table with 2 chairs, dresser with flat panel TV, nightstand, and wall hooks. Concierge amenities available.
Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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340 Sq ft. Club level, Honeymoon Room. King, Jacuzzi, shower & toilet, double vanity, table with 2 chairs, dresser with flat panel TV/DVD, nightstand, daybed. Concierge amenities available.
Accommodate 2 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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?? Sq ft. Club level, deluxe room. 2 Queen beds and Bunk bed or Sofa, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, table with 2 chairs, dresser with flat panel TV/DVD, nightstand. Concierge amenities available.
Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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Suites
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Suites available. Inquire for information
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Handicapped
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340 Sq ft. King, Tub/shower & toilet, double vanity, table with 2 chairs, dresser with flat panel TV, nightstand.
Accommodate 2 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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Additional fee for each person over 2 people per room. No charge for children under 17 staying with adults.
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All Disney resorts are smoke free. Smoking allowed in designated locations.
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Interior Hallways |
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All rooms have private balconies or patios.
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Deluxe Villa Studio
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365 Sq ft. Queen bed, Tub/shower & toilet, single vanity, Dresser with TV/DVD player, nightstand, full sleeper sofa, coffee table, ceiling fan. Kitchenette with small sink, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, coffeemaker, dishes & utensils. Pak-n-Play crib.
Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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Deluxe Villa One Bedroom
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727 Sq ft. In bedroom, King bed, Dresser with TV, nightstand, desk with chair, ceiling fan. Split bathroom with Whirlpool tub & single vanity and Shower, single vanity & toilet. Kitchen with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, blender, tea kettle, sink with disposal, pots, dishes & utensils. Sitting room has double sleeper sofa, coffee table, and easy chair, dresser with TV/DVD player and table & chairs, ceiling fan. Washer & Dryer, vacuum, broom. Pak-n-Play crib. Hair dryer, in-wall safe, alarm clock radio, iron & board, phone with voicemail. Electric mixer upon request.
Accommodate 4 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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Deluxe Villa Two Bedroom
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1080 Sq ft. In Master bedroom, King bed, Dresser with TV, nightstand, desk with chair, ceiling fan. Split bathroom with Whirlpool tub & single vanity and Shower, single vanity & toilet. In second bedroom, two Queen beds (or a Studio room if it is a “lock-out”), dresser with TV, nightstands, easy chair, ceiling fan. Bathroom with tub/shower & toilet and single vanity. Kitchen with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, blender, tea kettle, sink with disposal, pots, dishes & utensils. Sitting room has double sleeper sofa, coffee table, and easy chair, dresser with TV/DVD player and table & chairs, ceiling fan. Washer & Dryer, vacuum, broom. Pak-n-Play crib. Hair dryer, in-wall safe, alarm clock radio, iron & board, phone with voicemail. Electric mixer upon request.
Accommodate 8 people + 1 child under 3 in crib.
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Handicapped
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Accessible versions of all accommodations exist. Inquire when making reservation.
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Interior Hallways |
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All rooms have private balconies or patios
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Room amenities
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Mini-refrigerator, Hair dryer, in-wall safe, coffee maker & coffee/tea packets, TV with limited cable, iHome alarm clock radio with iPod dock, iron & board, phone with voicemail and ceiling fan. Newspaper on weekdays. Toiletries: Shampoo, Conditioner, Soap, Face soap, Lotion.
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| Club Level amenities include Club Level check in & assistance 7:00am-10:00pm; Secured key access to club level; nightly turndown service, upgraded bathroom toiletries, free fax service, 2 adult bathrobes, Refreshments in Concierge Lounge, library of Disney movies at Concierge desk. |
| See room description for Deluxe Villa amenities. |
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High-speed internet free for DVC members. All others there is a daily fee.
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Crib, bed boards/rails and high chair available by request
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Connecting rooms available. Put in your request when booking your room; they are not guaranteed.
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Registration
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Check in
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room guaranteed by 3:00pm/ DVC by 4:00pm
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Check out
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by 11:00am
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Late check out
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can be requested the night before check-out
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Early arrival
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Be sure to Check-in at the Registration desk upon arrival, the room may be ready early, or at the very least they'll give a phone number you can call from any house phone in WDW to get you're room number - therefore you don’t have to go back to the registration desk.
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Express Check out
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Upon arrival you can leave a credit card on your room account. It can then be used to make charges to your room during your stay. And then, the morning you leave, an itemized bill will be on your door handle. If there are any problems, then you can contact the Front Desk - otherwise you're all set and can leave without going back to Registration.
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Magical Express
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For those of you flying into Orlando Intl Airport, Disney is making it even easier to get to their World. You’re given special tags to put on your luggage. Then when you arrive in Orlando, just get on the Magical Express bus – they’ll take you to your resort to check in. You go off and have fun, and you’re bags show up in your room later that day. Before your departure, you'll get a letter saying when you should be at the lobby to check your bags and catch your bus to the airport.
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What you get at check in
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Resort Map: shows Wilderness Lodge and Villas
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Resort ‘newsletter’, The Silver Creek Star, includes dining, shopping, and recreation info for the resort. Also has other important resort information and phone numbers.
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"Your Guide to the Magic" with dining, shopping, recreation and WDW property map
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WDW Theme Park times Guide
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| Recreation Guide for Wilderness Lodge & Villas |
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Key to the World -- your room key not only opens your room, but is also your early entry ID, charge-to-room card, and perhaps your theme park ticket – Don’t Loose It
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If you drove, then you’ll get a parking pass – use it or your room key to park for free at the theme parks, and also to get through the security gate back at your resort.
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What to ask for
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Wild About Safety coloring book for kids (or big kids)
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Theme Park maps
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Resort amenities
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Lobby Concierge
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Your source for tickets, dining priority seating, dinner shows, recreation reservations, fishing or fireworks cruises, and other information
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Business Services
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Fax and limited services available at Front Desk
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Bell Services
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Valet, luggage service, taxi & limo
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Valet Parking
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Available for a daily fee.
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Airline Check-in
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On the day of your flight you can print out your boarding passes for select airlines. Located inside Registration lobby.
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Laundry
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Guest laundry found in north wing. Laundry services also available for pick-up/drop-off in your room.
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Fitness Center
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Sturdy Branches Health Club. No additional fee for resort guests at Fitness Center. Massage treatments 8:00am-8:00pm. Call 407-938-4222.
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Salon
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Not available at this resort
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Child Care
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Cub’s Den available from 4:30pm to midnight. Located past Wilderness Lodge Mercantile, just outside on the way to the Bus Stop. Call 407-939-3463 for reservations.
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Misc Services
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ATM & postal box are located inside Lobby. Stamps available for sale inside Wilderness Lodge Mercantile.
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Wifi
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Not available at this resort
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Ice & Vending Machines
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Centrally located on each floor in either wing.
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Wheelchair rental
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As a guest of the resort, you can request a length-of-stay wheelchair rental. A refundable deposit is given at Lobby Concierge and you are given use of a push-style wheelchair for the length of your stay. Available on a first-come first-serve basis.
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Recreation
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Pools
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Silver Creek Springs pool, with slide, kiddie pool, 2 spas
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Hidden Springs Quiet pool & Spa located by Villas
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Towels available at both pools
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| Life jackets available free of charge. Located at Silver Creek Springs Pool. |
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Beach
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There is no swimming in Bay Lake.
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Arcade
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Buttons & Bells Arcade located in Wilderness Lodge, next to Mercantile.
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Rentals & Sports
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Teton Boat & Bike Rental - prices
Power boat
Surrey Bikes & Bicycles
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| Volleyball on the beach |
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Fishing Excursions
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Playground
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Located near Teton Rentals
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Jogging trails
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Trail leads to Ft. Wilderness. Nature Trail along Bay Lake. Inquire at Sturdy Braches Health Club.
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Children’s activities
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By Silver Creek Springs Pool, ask pool staff. There is a big sandbox outside of the Cub's Den.
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Hair wraps
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Located by Silver Creek Springs Pool
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| Caricature artist |
Located inside Lobby Atrium |
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Pressed penny machines
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Located inside Lobby Atrium
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Disney cartoons
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Playing in Lobby
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Other Entertainment
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Lodge Tours: inquire at the front desk for days and times.
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Hidden Mickey Hunt: ask at front desk for a list.
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The Fire Rock Geyser down by the shore spouts hourly from 7pm to 10pm.
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The Grand Canyon Fireplace in the Lobby is a great place to relax. On the various floors there are displays about the Grand Canyon and the fireplace.
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Iron Spike Room: great place to relax and play games. Pictures and memorabilia from Walt Disney's Carolwood Pacific. Located in Villas
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Electrical Water Pageant: around 9:35pm nightly on Bay Lake.
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Dining
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Artist Point
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Fine dining. Seafood, Game and ‘traditional’ cuts of meat. Located in Wilderness Lodge Lobby.
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Dinner 5:30pm-9:30pm
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Whispering Canyon Cafe
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Interactive table service dining. Down-home cookin’. Located in Wilderness Lodge Lobby.
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Breakfast 7:30am-11:30am
Lunch 11:30am-2:30pm
Dinner 5:00pm-10:00pm
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Territory Lounge
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Full service Bar and appetizers. Between Artist Point & Whispering Canyon in Lobby.
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4:30pm-11:00pm
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Trout Pass Pool Bar
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Full service bar. Outside next to Wilderness Lodge pool.
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11:00am - (changes seasonally)
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Roaring Fork
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Counter Service. Open until Midnight. Typical fast food, deserts. Located in Wilderness Lodge, down hall from Artist Point
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Breakfast 6:00am-11:00am
Lunch/Dinner 11:00am-12:00am
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Miss Jenny’s In Room Dining
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Full selection of entrees, deserts and beverages.
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Breakfast 7:00am-11:00am
Pizza 4:00pm-12:00am
Dinner 5:00pm-10:00pm
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Refillable Mug
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Available for purchase and use at Roaring Forks
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Shopping
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Wilderness Lodge Mercantile
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Lodge & DVC logo items, ‘Nature’ gifts and clothes, standard WDW souvenirs, clothes for all ages, nick-nacks, housewares, etc. Food, drinks, and various sundries available.
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| Disney's Photopass |
View and buy your photopass pictures from around the World. |
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Package Pick-up
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Packages sent to the resort from the Theme Parks can be picked up in Wilderness Lodge Mercantile.
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Transportation
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Monorail
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Not available at this resort
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Buses
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Bus stop located between Lodge and Villas
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Bus transportation to Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, water parks, Downtown Disney and Ft. Wilderness.
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Boat
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Northwest Dock located off Wilderness Lodge, beyond pool.
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Boat Transportation to Magic Kingdom
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Boat Transportation to Contemporary and Ft Wilderness
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Walkway
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Path leads to Ft Wilderness Settlement.
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| Pros
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Beautiful resort and location. Hours could be spent simply exploring the resort and grounds. |
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Cons
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Mostly have to use the bus for transportation.
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If you’re not in the mood for “interaction” at Whispering Canyon Café, then you’re dining options are very limited. You can ask for a "leisurely", aka no participation, meal
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Other info
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My last stay was
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December 5-7, 2008
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Number of times I’ve stayed here
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2
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Address & phone
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901 Timberline Dr.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Main: (407) 824-3200
Fax: (407) 824-3232
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