Disney Characters Arrive as Walt Disney World's Treehouse Villas Undergo Refurbishment

One of the most unique lodgings at the Walt Disney World Resort is getting a dose of Disney character in a new refurbishment on each of the Treehouse Villas.

UPDATE 6/15/2026:

• Disney has revealed the first official look inside the reimagined Treehouse Villas, offering guests a preview of the extensive refurbishment currently underway at the secluded woodland retreat. The elevated villas have long been a favorite for larger families and groups seeking extra space, privacy, and a more tranquil vacation experience.

• Now, the distinctive accommodations are receiving a thoughtful redesign that blends the natural beauty of their surroundings with the classic elegance found throughout Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort.

• The updated interiors draw heavily from New England craftsmanship and the Arts and Crafts movement, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that feels both timeless and connected to nature. Rich earth tones, natural wood finishes, and stone-inspired textures help establish a sense of comfort while complementing the forested setting outside each villa.

• While the refreshed design introduces new furnishings, fixtures, and finishes throughout the accommodations, Disney has ensured that the Treehouse Villas retain the charm and character that have made them a standout lodging option since their debut.

• Each Treehouse Villa can accommodate up to nine guests and features three bedrooms, making them among the largest accommodations available at Walt Disney World. Guests also have access to a full kitchen, spacious living and dining areas, and the convenience of an in-room washer and dryer, making the villas particularly appealing for extended stays and multi-generational vacations.
• One of the most beloved features of the accommodations remains the private outdoor deck, which provides a peaceful gathering space surrounded by towering trees and natural landscapes. The decks continue to offer guests an opportunity to relax away from the hustle and bustle of the parks while still remaining just minutes from the rest of Walt Disney World Resort.

• As with many recent Disney resort refurbishments, storytelling plays a significant role in the redesign. The new interiors incorporate subtle Disney-inspired details throughout the décor, seamlessly blending beloved characters and animated stories into the Arts and Crafts-inspired aesthetic.

• Botanical patterns, woodland creatures, and nature motifs appear throughout the villas on throw pillows, textiles, lampshades, and decorative accents. These design elements help reinforce the connection between the accommodations and the natural environment surrounding them.

• Guests who take time to explore the details will discover more than a dozen references to classic Disney animated films and shorts hidden throughout the villas. Among the stories represented are The Fox and the Hound and Sleeping Beauty, which appear through custom artwork, murals, and decorative pieces that celebrate the films' connections to nature and the outdoors.

• Fans of Cinderella and Frozen 2 may also spot familiar animal friends incorporated into the design through carved furnishings and architectural details placed throughout the villas. 
• The Treehouse Villas have always occupied a unique place within Disney Vacation Club accommodations. Unlike traditional resort rooms or villas, the elevated structures create the feeling of staying in a private woodland retreat while still enjoying access to the amenities and transportation options available at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort.
• The refurbishment is part of Disney's ongoing efforts to modernize resort accommodations across Walt Disney World while preserving the themes and experiences that guests have come to love. Recent years have seen similar enhancements at numerous Disney resorts, with updated interiors designed to balance contemporary comfort and immersive storytelling.
• The reimagined Treehouse Villas will continue debuting in phases over the coming months, with the full renovation expected to be completed later this year. Once finished, guests will be able to experience an updated retreat that celebrates both the beauty of nature and the timeless magic of Disney storytelling.

What's Happening:

• Some changes are afoot at a fan-favorite resort hotel at Walt Disney World as a refurbishment descends upon the Treehouse Villas at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa.
• The Treehouse Villas have long been a go-to for many Walt Disney World guests and Disney Vacation Club members, and just like many of the other hotels across Walt Disney World, are getting an injection of character into their room.
• No, we don't mean their own identity as the Treehouse Villas have long been among the most unique offerings at the Walt Disney World Resort. We mean that some animated characters will soon be appearing in the decor in the villas - similar to Moana at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, The Incredibles at Disney's Contemporary Resort, etc.
• In a new video, you can see some of the new additions. This includes the mice from Cinderella carved into the furniture, art featuring Todd and Copper from The Fox and the Hound above a bed, Maximus from Tangled n the woods in another room, and Aurora's woodland friends from Sleeping Beauty in another.
• This all goes hand in hand with a color palate and look evoking natural materials - not entirely unlike what was already there before.
• Take a look at some of the changes in the new video below.

• The process of refurbishing the Treehouse Villas is taking place over the next few months at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa.
• Each Treehouse Villa is a standalone three-bedroom home away from home, complete with full kitchen and living room. Each villa is in the middle of a forest setting along the shores of the Sassagoula River at Walt Disney World, close to Disney Springs as part of Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa. Though it is considered part of that resort, the Treehouse Villas have a separate entrance, and internal transportation to the main features of the hotel.
• For more information and to book your stay at this or any other Walt Disney World hotel, be sure to reach out to our friends at Mouse Fan Travel!