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In a world where many kids are glued to their gadgets, parents find it a struggle them to spend time in the garden. This is where garden playhouses come in, which can help encourage them to step outside and give them space to play.
If you’re on the hunt for the best wooden playhouse, here’s our list of top options highlighting their design features:
BillyOh Annex Log Cabin Wooden Playhouse
BillyOh playhouses can turn your garden into an imaginative getaway for your children, and Annex is no exception. Designed like a miniature log cabin, it’s built from high-quality, European-sourced timber—just like the rest of our playhouses.
This two-storey playhouse features a multi-floor layout, giving kids plenty of space to play. And a playhouse this large is likely to last a lot longer as the children grow up. The ground floor is perfect for activities like pretend cooking, while the top level makes a great spot for their stuffed toy customers to “wait for their food.”
With sturdy 19mm log walls, the Annex helps keep the play space warm, especially in colder months. Plus, five large shatterproof windows provide extra safety while letting in plenty of natural light.
BillyOh Lollipop Junior Tower Playhouse
If your kids want something more elevated, they’ll love the BillyOh Lollipop Junior! This timber playhouse comes with a climbing ladder and a safety rail for added fun and security.
The apex-style roof provides generous height and shelters the balcony area. For even more excitement, you can add a standard or premium slide to the junior tower. A sturdy climbing ladder and safety fence offer extra stability and peace of mind.
The wall panels are pre-measured and cut for easy assembly, with comprehensive instructions included. Once built, your kids can paint it to make it their own—or check out these best ways to customise your outdoor playhouse for inspiration!
BillyOh Bunny Max Playhouse
What if your garden doesn’t have space for a bigger playhouse? The Bunny Max comes in a 4×4 size, perfect for smaller gardens and toddlers.
This unit incorporates our signature tongue and groove construction, where the wooden boards interlock for added structural stability. As for the design, the meadow cottage look gives it the classic storybook feel of a Wendy house. The glazed windows come with flower boxes and shutters as finishing touches. For extra character, you can also add a picket fence.
The raised platform includes a safety rail, rounded edges, and smooth framing. Air holes at the rear improve ventilation, while a 12mm gap around the door helps prevent trapped fingers.
BillyOh Lollipop Max Playhouse
The Lollipop Max is a spacious playhouse, perfect for those needing extra room. It may not be as large or tall as the Junior Tower, but it features the same durable T&G cladding construction. This provides high-quality weather protection, ensuring year-round fun and adventure.
You also have the option to expand the play area. A platform adds a slatted wooden floor at the front, while a picket fence helps keep toys organised.
Like the rest of our collection, this unit meets European safety standards and British Standards BS-EN71 (more on this later).
BillyOh Gingerbread Max Playhouse
What we like about Gingerbread Max is you can opt for the bunk option to maximise the space. It can be used as an extra play level, a sleepover spot, a secret hideaway, or a lookout for imaginative games. Meanwhile, the space underneath stays open for more play, storage, or even a small table and chairs for tea parties or arts and crafts.
This unit comes with four cottage-style windows, with shutters on the two outer ones and flower boxes. Such details give the playhouse a classic look while also letting in plenty of light, making it an inviting space to play.
A junior version is available if you need something smaller for your toddlers. The Gingerbread Junior is designed with a stable door that splits in two and an opening height of 3’1”. With the bottom half open, they can crawl in and out freely. When it’s closed, they won’t be able to wander off, but the open top half lets them see out—and you can still keep an eye on them.
Why Parents Trust BillyOh Wooden Playhouses
All our playhouse units comply with the British Standards (BS) EN71, meaning they’re built with kids in mind. They’re designed to be a safe and fun space for your little one to play, from the materials used to the smooth edges, fire safety, and solid build. You can relax knowing they’re playing in something that’s been tested and certified.
Other safety features included in our playhouses:
Shatterproof glazing
All windows come with durable single SAN glazing as standard. This shatterproof glazing is a safer alternative to glass, which can break easily and leave sharp edges. It’s tough, long-lasting, and ideal for a busy play space while still letting plenty of natural light.
Finger gap around the door
Doors can be a common hazard for small fingers, which is why our playhouses include a built-in gap around the door. This reduces the risk of pinched fingers when opening or closing.
Non-toxic treatment
We know kids love to touch, explore, and sometimes even chew on things—that’s why we use a non-toxic treatment on our playhouses. It protects the wood from the elements without any harsh chemicals, so you don’t have to worry about your little one being exposed to anything unsafe while they play.
All wooden playhouse models also come with an optional pressure treatment upgrade to reduce maintenance requirements and extend the guarantee to 15 years.
Note: Manufacturing time will be extended by approximately 4–8 weeks.
Ventilation holes
Ventilation holes allow fresh air to circulate inside and prevent stuffiness and condensation. This means a more comfortable space for your child to play in, even on warmer days. Good airflow also helps prevent musty smells and keeps the room feeling fresh for everyday play.
With these top wooden playhouses, choosing the right one should be easier. Check out our guide, ‘Playhouse Ideas for Teenagers,’ next for usage and design inspiration.
