Enchanting and engaging, the Feber Pink Fantasy Playhouse is a great option for younger children aged two and above.

This playhouse is tall enough for my little boy to stand up inside and even fit me in too (sat down).It’s easy for kids to enter and exit the playhouse, although there’s no floor so the interior may get muddy on wet days. Thankfully, this plastic playhouse weighs just 10 kg, so it can simply be lifted and moved to another spot in the garden whenever necessary. 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! If you're looking for something special and long-lasting, this KidKraft wooden playhouse has plenty of features that little ones will love. At 224cm tall, this one is perfect if you've got a particularly spacious garden. But, if your garden is particularly secluded and you can build the playhouse in a spot where it won't be visible to your neighbours, it can work in a smaller space too. 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.

Outdoor playhouses tend to be made of either plastic or wood. There are pros and cons to each material, which are detailed below. Plastic Playhouses 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. It's up to parents and kids to decide what to put in a playhouse. Many kids want to make it like a home with storage and furniture, such as chairs and a table. If you’re looking for something a little more compact, a play tent could be the perfect option. Full of fun and ever so foldable, these kids’ tents are perfect for play. Choose from designs featuring bright colours, sparkly lights or favourite preschool characters like Peppa Pig and the PAW Patrol gang. You can even add a pop-up tunnel entrance for a little obstacle-course fun! It’s also got good height, so if you have older siblings (like in my family), kids of multiple ages can enjoy it.The amount of interior space will dictate how many children can fit inside the playhouse, as well as whether you can squeeze in there too.

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. The playhouse is relatively simple, with a hinged stable door that children will enjoy opening and closing. The house is made using bright pieces of plastic and decorated with colourful balloons and fireworks. It measures 125 x 100 x 104 cm so it’s relatively small, although the compact footprint means it’s perfect for small gardens, and it could also be installed in kitchens and living rooms. Like most wooden playhouses, this model looks good in the garden – it doesn’t have the (sometimes garish) appearance of some plastic playhouses. This wooden playhouse can be painted in any colour you like, and it’s very easy to assemble. Putting it together takes around 40 minutes and it simply slots together. Children will have hours of fun in the Smoby Sweet Corner Playhouse. Now your little one(s) can open their own Sweetshop and invite friends and family to play together. They’ll be happy to queue up because there are so many delicacies here to satisfy their sweet tooth!Made entirely from plastic, this outdoor playhouse is both durable and safe. It’s fully weather resistant and there are no sharp corners. The included accessories are designed specifically for children, although very young children may need extra supervision. 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.