The next chapter for Disney Vacation Club is nearly here, and the details are starting to fill in. Disney has shared a fresh look at the lobby and cocktail lounge planned for Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge, the eighteenth DVC property. Here is what owners and future guests can expect from these spaces, along with the booking timeline as the resort prepares to welcome visitors.
A Lobby Inspired by Pocahontas
The main lobby takes its cues from the Disney animated feature Pocahontas, giving the space a nature-forward feel that fits its lakeside setting. Floor-to-ceiling windows anchor the room, letting in natural light and framing the surroundings as guests arrive.
A few standout elements help define the look. A fiber optic river runs through the space, adding movement and a sense of flow, while a bronze centerpiece statue serves as a focal point. Overhead, a sculpture brings the film’s song “Colors of the Wind” to life through hundreds of glass leaves, creating a layered visual that draws the eye upward.
Branch & Brush, the Resort’s Cocktail Lounge
Just off the lobby sits Branch & Brush, the cocktail lounge at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge. The spot offers views of Bay Lake, making it a natural place to settle in after a day in the parks or around the resort.
The design carries a few signature touches of its own. A color-changing chandelier anchors the room and shifts to celebrate each of the four seasons, giving the space a look that evolves throughout the year. Unique artwork surrounds guests as well, rounding out an atmosphere that leans into the resort’s theme.
Where the Resort Fits in the DVC Lineup
Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge is the eighteenth Disney Vacation Club property, and its location places it among familiar neighbors. The resort sits between Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, keeping it in a part of Walt Disney World known for its natural, woodsy surroundings.
For owners who already enjoy that area, the setting should feel right at home. The lobby and lounge details build on previously shared plans for the resort, which have included a feature pool complex, a rooftop lounge with concierge services, and a range of food and beverage options.
The Opening Booking Timeline
Reservations are approaching, and Disney has laid out a clear order for who can book first. Cash reservations open to DVC owners on October 6, giving members the earliest access to the new resort.
From there, the window widens in stages. Annual Passholders can begin making cash reservations on October 7, followed by the general public on October 8. That staggered schedule gives each group a defined starting point as interest builds around the opening.
What Is Still to Come
One important piece remains on the way. Details on booking with DVC points, along with information about purchasing points in the new resort, have not been released yet.
Disney has said that information will come at a future date. For members weighing how Lakeshore Lodge might fit into their ownership plans, that update will be worth watching as the resort moves closer to welcoming its first guests.
Conclusion
The newly shared lobby and lounge give a clearer picture of the experience waiting at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge, from the Pocahontas-themed lobby with its glass-leaf sculpture to the seasonal chandelier at Branch & Brush. With cash reservations opening October 6 for DVC owners, October 7 for Annual Passholders, and October 8 for the general public, the resort is close to its next milestone. Keep an eye out for the forthcoming details on point bookings and point purchases to round out the full picture.
Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
