Cabin rentals near Christmas, Florida range from rustic park accommodations to family-oriented vacation options within driving distance of theme parks. Most properties maintain availability year-round, though advance booking becomes essential during winter months. Temperature variations affect cabin selection, with summer guests prioritizing effective air conditioning while winter visitors focus on adequate heating options.
What to do
Rocket launches: Jetty Park Campground provides exceptional viewing for Cape Canaveral rocket activity. "You can see space launches, close to KSC, beach, jetty. Spectacular," explains one visitor. Another camper reports: "Stayed for the night to watch the SpaceX rocket launch. Great view as soon as it cleared the trees."
Spring swimming: Natural spring options within driving distance offer refreshing alternatives to cabin amenities. "The springs are amazing!!" notes one Wekiwa Springs State Park visitor. Another reports that the park "offers hiking, biking, day swimming, a food grill, a canoe/kayak launch and rental, plus tons of wildlife!"
Beach access: Coastal cabins provide Atlantic beach experiences. "Walk to the beach!" advises a Jetty Park guest. "Being handicapped, the springs were a mile from the campground, which is a problem for people having difficulty walking," notes a visitor at Wekiwa Springs, highlighting accessibility considerations for water features at different properties.
What campers like
Wildlife viewing: Winter cabin stays offer unique nature encounters. "Manatee and Florida nature" titles one review for Blue Spring State Park. "Visited to see Manatees from the land. Cooler temps best for manatee numbers." Another visitor encountered manatees unexpectedly: "When we grew weary of digging through our onboard mini-fridge or roto-molded Cordova cooler, then check out some of the local fare."
Clean facilities: Maintenance standards vary between properties. At Titusville KOA, "Clean facilities and courteous management. Very nice level concrete pull through sites," reports one reviewer. "The bathrooms were nice. The laundry facility had about 6 washers and dryer," observed another guest.
Shade coverage: Tree canopy significantly impacts summer cabin comfort. "Our site, 2, was a handicapped one, and beautiful. Beautiful tall shady trees," describes a camper at Bill Frederick Park. Another visitor explains the importance of proper site selection: "I originally booked site#30 based on the photos, which showed some tree cover. In reality, the site was mostly exposed, likely due to outdated imagery."
What you should know
Reservation timing: Many cabin properties fill quickly during peak seasons. "Make sure you go EARLY! Line of car starts around 9am and park will close at capacity," warns a visitor to Wekiwa Springs. For cabin rentals at Bill Frederick Park, "This park fills up when events like renaissance fair or dragon boat racing come through."
Water quality: Natural spring properties often have distinctive water characteristics. At Wekiva Falls, "The springs swimming area water has a smell of sulfur, stay up wind..." notes one guest. Another explains: "The water smelled like sulfur. Kids still had a blast."
Noise levels: Location significantly impacts cabin experience. "Being next to one of the busiest interstate highways in the country, the place is completely surrounded by greenery, so some of the noise pollution spilling over from the highway is absorbed by all the lush vegetation," reports a Crystal Lake RV Park visitor. At Bill Frederick Park, one camper notes it's "right next to the highway."
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Family-focused cabins provide varied entertainment options. At Disney's Fort Wilderness, "The campground is well laid out and the campers really get into the Disney spirit with decorations. The bath houses are immaculate." Another visitor recommends: "Rent a golf cart, it's worth it!!!"
Pool access: Swimming facilities become crucial for summer cabin stays. "Very Friendly staff. Several activities possible for children eg pool, skating jumping etc," reports an Orlando/Kissimmee KOA visitor. At Fort Wilderness, "a nice size pool with a small water slide. There is a splash area in the back for small kids."
Budget considerations: Cost variations between properties can be substantial. Bill Frederick Park offers "cabins for rent. The price is ridiculously low at about $25/day." In contrast, Disney properties command premium rates but provide themed experiences: "It's the true Disney experience in a campground. It's perfect all the way around. They offer everything!"
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: Many cabin areas have restricted maneuvering space. "Spaces are back-to-back & very close side-by-side, but pretty with mature trees," notes one Jetty Park visitor. At Fort Wilderness, "There is not a lot of room in the loops to pull your rv into the spot. There is plenty of room between your rv and your neighbor next to you but not a lot of room across from your spot."
Utilities: Hook-up access varies significantly between properties. "RV'ers must use dump site to get rid of black and grey water. No sewer hookup," advises a Bill Frederick Park visitor. At Wekiwa Springs, "Campground sites feel secluded with vegetation but can be challenging for backing up into spots. Had electric and water but trash is upon exit along with dump station."
Transportation: Internal park transportation impacts cabin accessibility. Disney's Fort Wilderness provides "bus service throughout the campground with bus and boat service to the Parks." At Orlando/Kissimmee KOA, "Most shopping and restaurants are within a 5-10 minute drive. And all the tourist attractions are within 30 minutes."
