Eligible Disney Vacation Club members can now enjoy Disney Vacation Club McKim’s Mile House – A Member Lounge in Magic Kingdom Park. Located in Frontierland, the new space invites members needing some rest during a day playing in the parks to stop in relax, recharge, and reconnect.
This brand-new lounge is steeped in Disney storytelling. Let’s take a closer look!
A Name that Goes a “Long Way”: The Story Behind McKim
Every aspect of this lounge tells a story, including its name. From the wood floors to the hand-carved stone fireplace, visitors will find a warm, welcoming space to rest and relax.
The lounge’s namesake is Sam McKim, a Disney Legend and concept artist for the original Frontierland in Disneyland Park. To combine McKim’s everlasting contributions and the story of Frontierland, Imagineers were inspired by historic mile houses of the American West.
Mile houses were what we would now consider hotels. Spread across the frontier, travelers could check in to a mile house for a much-needed spell of rest and relaxation. Now, after an adventure with Princess Tiana or a concert with the Country Bears, members and their guests can enjoy that same respite in this new member lounge said to be operated by a fictional McKim family of hospitality pioneers.
As visitors gaze around the McKim house, they may notice stairs that appear to lead up to boarding rooms said to be occupied by some famous folks from around Frontierland. One room, for example, is designated as the host room of none other than the owner and founder of Big Thunder Mining Company, Barnabas T. Bullion. Just down the hall is the room occupied by M. Davis, a special recognition to Disney Legend Marc Davis.
From the comfort of the lounge’s seating area, members can appreciate the Imagineering details, even though they can’t access the lounge’s second floor. They may even spot some original artwork and details from Sam McKim himself!
Kick Back and Rest Up in Style
Visitors can mosey into “The Frontier’s Best Kept Secret” to rest their feet, a special nod to a former Disney Vacation Club slogan “Discover the best kept Disney secret.” A variety of comfortable sofas and chairs are just waiting for visitors to relax in style.
Inside, as travelers kick up their spurs and sip on complimentary soft drinks, the space’s visual details bring special attention to the backstory of the fictional McKim host family, including drawings said to be created by the McKim children.
Along with these amenities and immersive storytelling details, the lounge also includes complimentary Wi-Fi and phone charging spaces.
Disney Vacation Club McKim’s Mile House – A Member Lounge is open daily from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. EST and for all eligible Disney Vacation Club Members with valid park tickets and reservations to Magic Kingdom Park.
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