What is a Good Size for a Kids’ Playhouse?

A good kids playhouse size depends on how many children will use it and the space available. Small, medium, and large playhouses all have a place in any garden, including yours. This guide will take you through the options for each category.

Different Kids Playhouse Sizes

In the sections below, we’ll look at the common options and how they suit different spaces and numbers of kids.

Small playhouses

Small playhouses measure between 4×4 ft and 5×5 ft. Inside, one or two toddlers or younger kids can fit at a time. The most common styles for this size range are Wendy Houses or single-storey cottages.

One fitting example is the BillyOh Bunny Max Playhouse. It comes in 4×4 and features cottage-style windows with shutters and flower boxes. It’s straight out of a Peter Pan story, perfect for pretend play.

And because of their size, they’re lighter and easier to move if necessary. They also tend to be more affordable than larger options, which is useful if you’re working with a budget.

However, the main limitation of a small playhouse is its limited space. For one, there’s little room for extra features like slides, bunks, or climbing sections. But it should be enough for everyday play, imaginative games, or a quiet corner for a single child.

This size of playhouse is best suited to ages 2-5. The small size means that a child won’t get as much longevity out of this playhouse, unless younger siblings come along to share it with.

Medium playhouses

Medium playhouses give kids more room to play without using up all the garden space. Sizes range from 6×6 ft to 6×8 ft, which comfortably fit two or three kids.

These playhouses come as single-storey houses with extras or small tower designs. Take the BillyOh Lollipop Max Playhouse, for instance. The 6×7 standard size is perfect for growing children—an upgrade from a Wendy house!

With the extra space, you can fit in play pretend toy sets, not just for one, but for two and a couple of stuffed toy friends.

This size range is great for children aged 4-8. You can fit two to three children comfortably.

Large playhouses

Large playhouses are built for bigger groups of children, usually three or four at a time. They fall between the 8×8 ft and 10×10 ft range. Not only that, but they also include two-storey or tower designs. Some with more complex layouts with slides, climbing walls, and extra features.

There’s space for friends to join in, and features like bunks or towers add more ways to play. To give you an idea, check out the BillyOh Gingerbread Max Playhouse. There’s enough headroom that you can opt for a bunk upgrade and have climbing stairs inside!

Another one is the BillyOh Lollipop Max Tower Playhouse. Though this time the stairs are outside – it’s where your kids will climb to get up there. In a generous 6×7 size, it’s the perfect backdrop for make-believe games and secret hideouts. The optional slide provides a fun way for your children to get down from the tower.

Large playhouses will see the most uses from ages 6-10. However, if you adapt it to accommodate their changing interests, your kids could continue to use their playhouse up to age 12 and beyond, even after they have to crawl to get inside.

Keep in mind, though, that bigger doesn’t always mean better. This is especially true if the playhouse is too packed. Kids might lose interest, and it’s harder to keep an eye on them. Weight limits on elevated areas should also be considered.

Round-up

Playhouse size affects how your children use the space and how long they’ll enjoy it. A small model is easy to manage and suits short bursts of play. Upgrade to a medium, and they can have extra room for a friend and more toys. For a large one, this can give them the ultimate play area – spacious and ready for endless fun!