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Coolest Playhouses for Kids – Top Picks for Fun and Imaginative Play

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I have always loved playhouses and encouraging the kids to play outside no matter what the weather. What with the weather in the UK being inclement, to say the least, a playhouse is a great investment for any family.   When it comes to playhouses the cooler the better, so here in conjunction with What Shed we bring you our coolest playhouses for kids.

10 of the coolest playhouses for kids. These playhouses have to be seen to be believed. Who wouldn't want to have a playhouse like these. We want #8.

Playhouses come in all shapes and sizes and there are  a few things to consider before making your purchase.  As far as I am concerned size matters and the bigger the better!  You want a playhouse to last as long as possible so consider the size of your garden, the age of your kids and also your budget.   You also want to consider the material it is made from and the weather in your country too.

The Coolest Playhouses for Kids

We love the height of this traditional log cabin style playhouse.

10 of the coolest playhouses for kids. These playhouses have to be seen to be believed. Who wouldn't want to have a playhouse like these. We want #8.

BillyOh Mad Dash Annex Log Cabin Wooden Playhouse

My boys are obsessed with all thinks Tolkien and this Hobbit house would be loved by any Lord of the Rings fans.

10 of the coolest playhouses for kids. These playhouses have to be seen to be believed. Who wouldn't want to have a playhouse like these. We want #8.
We can not believe that this is even a playhouse!
10 of the coolest playhouses for kids. These playhouses have to be seen to be believed. Who wouldn't want to have a playhouse like these. We want #8.
A playhouse with a slide would make my boys extra happy.  I love that it is off the grass meaning you could turn under it in to a store for all thoise wheeled toys.
10 of the coolest playhouses for kids. These playhouses have to be seen to be believed. Who wouldn't want to have a playhouse like these. We want #8.
I know that my boys would love this playhouse.  It would turn into the perfect tween/teen den.
10 of the coolest playhouses for kids. These playhouses have to be seen to be believed. Who wouldn't want to have a playhouse like these. We want #8.
This next playhouse is grander than my actual home, but I would have loved this as a child and know a few kids that would like to live in it.
10 of the coolest playhouses for kids. These playhouses have to be seen to be believed. Who wouldn't want to have a playhouse like these. We want #8.
What is not to love about a clubhouse with a telescope to see who is coming or to star gaze.
10 of the coolest playhouses for kids. These playhouses have to be seen to be believed. Who wouldn't want to have a playhouse like these. We want #8.
Oh and just look at this DIY clubhouse with a twister slide and a climbing wall.  Every boys dream.
10 of the coolest playhouses for kids. These playhouses have to be seen to be believed. Who wouldn't want to have a playhouse like these. We want #8.
Anyone that knows me will attest to the fact that I love all things mid-century modern and this glass playhouse as that vibe.  OK, not somewhere to hide in, but somewhere to enjoy all that nature has to offer.
10 of the coolest playhouses for kids. These playhouses have to be seen to be believed. Who wouldn't want to have a playhouse like these. We want #8.
Playhouses are great for encouraging outdoor play as well as providing a shelter from the sun and the rain.  They are brilliant for imaginative and small world play.  My boys used to use their playhouse a lot when they were smaller.  We had a kitchen in it and I was often served a delicious cup of mud tea or leaf soup!
10 of the coolest playhouses for kids. These playhouses have to be seen to be believed. Who wouldn't want to have a playhouse like these. We want #8.
For more cool playhouses check out What Shed’s Playhouse league table where they’ve collected and ranked their favourites.
Do your kids have a playhouse?  Do come and share a picture of it with us.
10 of the coolest playhouses for kids. These playhouses have to be seen to be believed. Who wouldn't want to have a playhouse like these. We want #8.
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