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Few things evoke childlike wonder like a dreamy dollhouse. These special toys create a stage for kids (or their favorite adults) to use their imagination and play to create, explore, and discover. The best dollhouses on the market have stood the test of time and remain popular and loved by generations.
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Dollhouses come in a variety of shapes, styles, and sizes. You can also purchase charming cottages and springs and larger ones with matching dollhouse furniture. If your child already has a large doll, a larger house may be the best choice. Either way, arranging these tiny houses is fun for kids and adults alike. Not all dollhouses are suitable for your child (or yourself). That’s why we’ve worked hard to find out which dollhouses are worth your investment. This is a list of the best dollhouses currently available.
If you’re the type of parent who goes all in on trendy toys, we have colorful houses from LOL Surprise, Disney, and Barbie to impress your kids. If you prefer a more subdued, natural-feeling dollhouse, there are wooden dollhouses from Hape and Hearth & Hand. If you want something smaller, there are starter homes like Melissa & Doug’s Fold & Go and Maileg Castle. If you’re looking for something less frills, Playmobil’s Ghostbusters Firehouse or the cool KidKraft Pirate Journey might be just the ticket. Whether you’re a toddler or a preteen, you’ll find the perfect dollhouse for every age here. Be sure to check the recommended age and avoid choking hazards, especially if you are purchasing for young children.
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KidKraft’s Chelsea Cottage is a firm favorite. It has all the features you need in a dollhouse at a low price (when on sale). It also comes with furniture. There are 5 rooms and 3 levels that can accommodate 4 inch dolls. Chelsea Cottage’s bright colors and durable pieces are perfect for young children.
If your child is interested in adorable calico critters, this compact yet luxurious dollhouse will be a great choice. Chandeliers, a spiral staircase, and a terrace give Elegant Town Manor a special atmosphere, and the set even includes resident Stella Hopscotch Rabbit. The house comes with Stella furniture, including a bed set and dining room, so your child can start playing right away.
Hape’s high-quality wooden doll family mansion features a whopping 10 rooms, plus a garage and garden. It is spacious enough for multiple children to play together at home. One of the coolest features is the LED light. The included magnetic lamp can be moved from room to room. Doll families and furniture are also available. Target age is 3 years old and above.
This is not a traditional dollhouse, but a pirate’s house. KidKraft’s Pirate’s Cove set includes a hideout with plenty of rooms, furniture, and accessories for the entire pirate crew (also included). There you will find cells, a treasury, cannons and, most importantly, a pirate ship dock. That’s great value for your doubloons.
Barbie’s Dreamhouse celebrates its 62nd anniversary this year, and the pink dollhouse is still going strong. Dream House’s latest creation is perfect for celebrations. There is a dance floor, outdoor grill area, waterslide, and swing chairs. Bonus: There’s also a small waterslide for Barbie puppies. Standing approximately 4 feet tall, the dream house comes with over 75 pieces.
The open design of this compact and durable wooden dollhouse is perfect for young children such as preschoolers. The lack of a roof makes play more accessible. Little Friends Dollhouse Town Villa includes 10 pieces of his furniture in 8 rooms and can accommodate 4-inch dolls (sold separately). Bonus: Easy to assemble, no tools required.
If your child isn’t into traditional dollhouses, Playmobil’s Ghostbusters Firehouse is a great idea. Modeled after the classic movie firehouse, this set includes all the fun and spooky details you could want, from library ghosts to proton packs to silicone slime splatters. Five figures are also included, but the Ecto-1 car and Stay Puft Marshmallow Man are sold separately.
This simple wooden cottage from Melissa & Doug is a great introduction to the world of dollhouse play, and at an affordable price point. Kids can stuff the 11 included sturdy pieces of furniture and two small dolls inside, and the bubblegum pink house folds up for easy transport and storage.
If you’re looking for a quirky little abode, look no further than Mailleg Castle Dollhouse. A classy three-story tower, it’s the perfect place to keep a small stuffed Myleg Mouse (or other small doll) for fairy tale play. The only downside to the castle is that it doesn’t include any accessories.
If you’re shopping for a gift for a toddler, Fisher-Price makes dollhouses that are perfect for young children. The Little People Friends Together Playhouse is made of durable plastic and features interactive lights and sounds. Set includes furniture, accessories and 3 Little People figures. When you fold the pool, everything fits inside.
The Foxtail Villa from Tender Leaf Toys is a cute, medium-sized dollhouse perfect for young children. Small enough to carry, this dollhouse measures approximately 28 inches tall. Made from renewable rubber trees, Foxtail Villas are chemical-free and a great eco-friendly option. Comes with a colorful furniture set.
Target’s Hearth & Hand line features beautiful wooden treehouses that are perfect for doll hangouts. (And perfect for parents who don’t want to have flashy plastic toys around.) This Hearth & Hand Dollhouse is true to Chip and Joanna’s Gaines lifestyle brand, Magnolia. In addition to the elegant black and white color scheme, it features a tasteful pennant and tire swing.
Kids who collect trendy LOL Surprise dolls will fall in love with the line’s newest giant dollhouse. OMG House of Surprise is a 4-by-4-foot doll mansion that includes everything from work lights to a movie theater to a water slide. Best of all, this house comes with 85 surprises when you open the box.
Elsa, Cinderella, Belle and other Disney princesses can relax in the ultimate Celebration Castle. Her three-story castle-themed dollhouse stands 4 feet tall and includes furniture and accessories perfect for a royal doll. Kids will love the “fireworks” light show and music (parents may not).