The playhouse has a spacious interior and can accommodate multiple children at once. It measures 126 x 105 x 95 cm and has a tall, hinged door. For added peace of mind, there are two child-safe windows installed into the playhouse; they allow in plenty of light, but are slatted which makes it impossible for children to climb out. Work out exactly how much space you have available by physically marking out the area beforehand. You need a flat area of garden in a safe location. Being able to visualise how much space the playhouse will take up is useful as a playhouse which is too large will cramp your garden. Age Suitability

Perhaps the only downside when it comes to the design is the assembly time. Assembly takes approximately three hours as there are a lot of different parts to screw together. An extra pair of hands are almost certainly needed as well. Designed to accommodate multiple children at once, the Smoby NEO JURA Lodge Playhouse has a spacious interior and is one of the best children’s playhouses for siblings. It measures 115.4 x 123.3 x 132 cm, making it one of the larger playhouses on this list.Plastic has the added bonus of being very easy to clean – even if it gets a bit grubby outside, you can simply hose it down. If you want a plastic playhouse that will last, you should make sure that the plastic is anti UV – this will stop the colour from fading and degrading in sunlight over time. Of course, due to its smaller size, this outdoor playhouse caters to a lower age range than others on this list. Even though Little Tikes state that it’s suitable for children of 18 months to 10 years, it’ll likely be too small for most children over five years old. Average children heights are as follows (to help when comparing against the roof height of playhouses): How much space do you have available? Have you got a small garden? Do you want the playhouse to be positioned exclusively outside, or would you like it to be used indoors on occasion?

Perfect for young children aged between 2 and 5, the Dolu Indoor & Outdoor Waterproof Playhouse is compact and colourful. It has a fun, bright design that will appeal to younger kids.At least two children can normally fit in even a small plastic playhouse. If the side measurement is closer to 200 cm, at least three children will likely be able to fit inside. In terms of entertainment, this outdoor playhouse is basic, but more than sufficient to delight younger children. It encourages imaginative play and is the perfect spot for kids to store their toys as well. Enchanting and engaging, the Feber Pink Fantasy Playhouse is a great option for younger children aged two and above. Like most plastic playhouses, this model benefits from being weather resistant and easy to clean. The downside is that, due to its light weight, it may not do well if left outside in windy weather and should be moved to a sheltered spot if there’s a gale.

It’s important to consider how much space you have available; some outdoor playhouses look a lot smaller in pictures than they are in real life! Durability and safety-wise, this playhouse meets high standards. There are no sharp corners for children to injure themselves on, nor any small accessories that could be a choking hazard for younger children. The plastic is good quality as well. If you want to get in the playhouse to assist younger children, look for a height of at least 150 cm . You’ll still have to crouch, but it will be a bit more comfortable.

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The majority of playhouses made from plastic are easy to assemble with plastic pieces that ‘slot’ into place. They require limited DIY skills: the most you’ll need to do when putting these together is tighten large plastic screws. For this reason they’re also relatively easy to take apart for winter storage if necessary. On top of these practical features, there are a lot of design elements to consider as well. Whilst standard houses are great for imaginative play, specifically-themed playhouses can encourage certain games . You’ll see that there is a shop playhouse in the list below, as well as an eco-focused option. Additional elements, such as doorbells, flowerpots, moving doors and windows, will all give children more features to interact with. This playhouse is really well designed. It’s interesting for kids, and goes beyond the standard rectangular models that most come in. Although the design of the playhouse is basic, this isn’t necessarily a bad thing as it allows children to use their imagination more creatively. It’s fairly spacious inside, measuring 98 x 110 x 127 cm, and can accommodate multiple kids at once. Thanks to this playhouse’s relatively compact footprint, it can be installed in small gardens or even set up in the living room.