Hi Cornelis,
Thanks for visiting the moms panel! You have made an excellent resort choice, my family and I absolutely love the atmosphere at Port Orleans Riverside, the Sassagoula River and Cotton Mill are absolutely amazing! The resort has may
wonderful amenities as well, I'm sure you will have a great time.
Unfortunately, all of the garden rooms are located in the Alligator Bayou section of the property. In order to have a garden view in the mansion area of the property the room category that you would need to book would be the Royal Guest Room - Garden View. Even with the more "rustic decor" the resort is hardly rustic, it offers breathtaking views, and with a garden view room, you will get to take full advantage of the resort's beauty.
I wish I could have given you better news Cornelis, if you have any other questions, please come back and visit the moms panel. I would be happy to help make your vacation even more magical!
Stephanie