Playhouses for Kids - Top Picks

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When it comes to playhouses for kids, Step2 and Little Tikes seem to have it all over the rest.  Known for their hard wearing and colorful plastic construction, these play sets are a big hit with the kids and parents alike and it is difficult to find a bad word said against them.  Step2 and Little Tikes have really cornered the market in kids playhouses and because of their popularity, both brands have created a large selection of indoor/outdoor playhouses to suit practically any taste and budget. To make your selection choice a little easier, we have put together a list of our top picks based on customer reviews.  Just click on the link to read more about these top selling playhouses for kids.  (Free shipping available on most sets).

Step2 Doorway Playhouse    $79.99  This is a great alternative if you don't have the room for a complete playhouse set. Place it across a doorway or use it freestanding. Open the bottom door separately and you have a crawl-thru tunnel. There is a mailbox with opening door, a working doorbell and a peephole.

People who bought this loved the simplicity of it.  Because it doesn't actually attach to the doorway, it is easy to move if an adult needs to get access.  Some people even used it as a pet barrier! You can easily turn their bedroom into a fun playroom with this doorway playhouse or even use it as the basis for building a kids cubby in the middle of the room. Great value at under $80.

Step2 Naturally Playful Lookout Treehouse    $115.54    This elevated playhouse in a treehouse design is perfect for little ones who love to climb. The treehouse section features a 19 inch high platform that is accessed by 3 easy to climb steps.  Once up there, your little one can keep 'lookout' with the pivoting periscope that really works!  Coming down is super fun on the attached slide and the treehouse roof offers protection from the sun and weather.

Reviews of the Step2 Lookout Treehouse are overwhelmingly positive.  People found this playset excellent for both inside and outside use, meaning it could be used all year round.  It is recommended for climbers as young as 18 months and is easy to assemble. The slide can be removed if desired and the unit can be backed against a wall and used as a fort. Only common complaint is the low roof height which means that only very small children are able to stand up fully. Overall, a great buy at a bargain price.  Read our full review.

Step2 Neat & Tidy Cottage    $179.99  If keeping the playhouse clean is important to your little one or perhaps just you, then this Neat & Tidy Cottage is perfect.  It has a molded-in floor with drain holes to keep dirt out as well as an in-built kitchen table and two seats.  This set also features dutch door and shutters, an interactive electronic phone, working doorbell and a mailslot.

People who purchased the Step2 Neat & Tidy Cottage have commented on the generous size which allows multiple toddlers to play inside in comfort while still being compact enough to place inside if desired.  They liked the fact that adults are able to see what is going on due to the open design and the built in floor is also a huge bonus.  Read our full review.

Little Tikes Picnic on the Patio Playhouse    $237.48  This playhouse caught our eye with its attached table and  separate bench seats.  It comes with a kitchenette inside, play food, tableware and a pretend phone. The battery operated doorbell that makes 6 different noises is also a big hit with the kids.  There is no floor with this playhouse.

People who bought the Little Tikes Picnic on the Patio play set found it the perfect size for toddlers to preschoolers. The inside is fairly basic and there are no storage areas but this allows more playroom and inspires imagination.  It gets a four and a half star rating on Amazon.com.

Step2 Naturally Playful Woodland Climber    $299.99  Another great playset for the keen climber this one allows toddlers to climb a ladder to reach a 27 inch high platform with steering wheel and then exit on the slide. There is a rock wall on either side for more climbing challenges and the area under the platform makes a great play area for more imaginative play.

Reviews show this to be a very popular play set for both kids and carers.  It is compact in size but still provides plenty of activities for young ones who are on the go.  The under platform area is also a big plus and can be turned into a fort or sand pit quite easily. It also provides a welcome shade area on sunny days.  Read our full review.

Little Tikes Endless Adventures Tikes Town    $348.98  This playhouse has so much going on it's hard to know where to begin.  Every wall is a different theme. At the front you have a schoolhouse/fire station with door. There is a sports wall with basketball hoop, gas station wall with pump and phone, and a grocery store/bank wall with ATM.

Buyers of this set were particularly impressed with the limitless opportunities for interactive role-playing. The fact that it is equally suited to either boys or girls was also considered a major bonus.  It was also considered one of the better playhouses for entertaining a wide range of ages for longer.  One thing it does lack is there are no electronic components like other sets offer.  Read our full review.

Playhouses for kids have definitely come a long way in a short time and with so many choices available, you are sure to find one to suit both your needs and your budget.  Happy shopping.

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