I still remember the Christmas my parents brought out The Dollhouse. Mine was all wood, constructed from a kit my parents are bought and painstakingly put together. It was plain and unadorned, but in that house, I brought to life all kind of stories and sagas. Want to give your kids that same kind of space to create adventures? Read on to discover our favorite dollhouses – traditional, modern and the best ones that don’t confine genders. Please note when you shop, there are affiliate links (including Amazon) and Momtrends will make commission off the sales.
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To make your shopping easier, we’ve broken the selections down by category. And please remember, all the grandparents out there, these can be for all genders. Narrative play is absolutely the best!
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Best Traditional Dollhouses
Let’s start with traditional dollhouses. Granted, these tend to lean a bit more feminine. Pink and purple abounds in many of these, but for kids who dream of having a house and family of their own, these dollhouses can provide hours of quiet, creative play.
- Glenview Dollhouse ($249): I adore the curb appeal of this house–who doesn’t love a rambling front porch. And the Pottery Barn Glenview Dollhouse looks stunning and can be personalized with your child’s last name on the house. Furniture sold separately. Get it at Pottery Barn Kids here.
- Farmhouse ($129): We love the Teamson wooden farmhouse that is filled with wooden furniture and a love of farm life. Includes 1 bed, 1 bathtub, 1 sofa, 1 table, 2 chairs, 1 toilet, 1 bucket, 2 carrots, 1 feed trough, 1 pitchfork, 1 shovel, and 1 broom for versatile play options and decorating. Perfect for kids who love horses, add your stable to the mix. It’s a great price and timeless. Get it on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
- Calico Critters Red Roof Tower Home ($69.99): Calico Critters are little animals that live in cute communal villages. They have sweet stories and loads of sets with teeny tiny pieces. If dolls aren’t exactly your child’s “thing,” this house is a great starter home for the critters and a perfect house for creative play. It comes with one critter and a furniture and accessories. Get it on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
- Barrington Dollhouse ($399): Some times less is NOT more. Intricately designed, the Barrington Dollhouse is a great addition to your child’s toy collection. When not in use, this dollhouse hinges shut and includes a storage drawer to keep everything within close reach. You’ll love the durable construction. They’ll love the sprawling space for play. Furniture sold separately, I like this 5-room set to start (another $195).Get it at Pottery Barn Kids here.
- Celeste Mansion ($225.99): Bring make believe to life with the Celeste Mansion Dollhouse from KidKraft. A dreamy house for 12-inch dolls, this enormous home features four floors packed with exquisite details. Your child’s dolls can ride up and down in style in the working elevator, throw a fancy party in the patio area with working lights, relax in the greenhouse with a built-in jacuzzi or stargaze with their very own telescope. You can even store doll clothes in the closet that comes with three coat hangers! Made to love for years to come. Get it on Maisonette here.
- Multistory Colorful Home ($79): Not all kids love sleek lines and modern furniture. This one is more traditional and has fun features like a moveable elevator and balcony. There are 5 rooms in all and 13 pieces. This is a home Barbie could love. Get it on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
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Best Modern Dollhouses
Looking for something a little more modern? A little more gender-neutral? We love these wooden dollhouse options that will blend into your living room or modern nursery.
- Modular Modern ($160): Hello minimalism lovers! The eco-friendly Plan Toys Modern Dollhouse is constructed out of sustainable and environmentally safe materials. The dollhouse is portable for carrying around and comes fully assembled. It is made up of three units, which can be arranged in various ways by sliding and setting. Get from Nordstom here.
- Three Story Dwelling ($150): The Hape All Seasons Dollhouse has six rooms and loads of color while still remaining modern. The clever design features reversible winter/summer decor and it comes fully furnished. It’s wooden without that sad beige vibe. Get it at Amazon here.(note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
- Toddler Wooden Dollhouse ($52.99): Looking for something simpler? The Hey! Play! Dollhouse for Kids is great starter dollhouse and includes furniture and accessories. Chubby little hands can really go to town with this set. Get it on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
- Fold and Go ($41.99): The Melissa and Doug Fold & Go Wooden Dollhouse comes with 2 play figures and 11 pieces of furniture. This is great for travel or to keep at grandmas house. The chunky pieces are perfect for ages 3 and up. Get it at Target here.
- Green Design Dollhouse ($260): Maybe this is the one least likely to appeal to kids, but most likely to make me stop, drop and play. The dollhouse’s energy efficient design includes a wind turbine, a solar cell panel, electric inverter, recycling bins, a rain barrel, a biofacade, and a blind that can adjust the amount of sunlight and air circulation. It comes with furniture too. I admit this toy make me want to play house and set up my life anew in this airy new home. Get it at Kathy Kuo Home here.
- Mid Century Dollhouse on Wheels ($219): This is a HUGE toy and great for a home with multiple kids. The KidKraft So Chic Dollhouse has wheels on the bottom on allows for play from all sides. KidKraft So Stylish Mansion Wooden Mid-Century Dollhouse with EZ Kraft Assembly™, Open-Concept, Wheeled Base and 42 Accessories, Gift for Ages 3+. Get it on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
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Best Gender Neutral Dollhouses
Who said dollhouses are just for girls? Boys love to create stories and character interactions too. But in case your guy or girl isn’t into pink trim and Victorian-style furniture, we found these gender neutral playhouses. How cool are these? A spaceship and treehouse, a camper and a castle!
- TenderLeaf Dovetail Dollhouse ($279) I love the welcoming front of this three story wooden dollhouse and while colorful and homey–it remains a pretty neutral palate. It’s large, spacious and ultra-stylish. The Dovetail dollhouse has six rooms ready to be filled with furniture sets (sold separately). Beautiful printed plywood floors and gender neutral colors make this an exceptional dollhouse. Self-assembly required. Dolls and furniture sold separately. For ages: 3+ years. Get it at Maisonette here.
- Airstream ($69.99): We can’t get over how excited some little boys we know would be to get this airstream toy we found. This playset includes a camper, chairs by the fireside, tent and more to help keep them occupied in a fun play. Another great pick for the family that travel a lot. Get it at Target here.
- Rocket Ship ($84.99): A play house doesn’t have to have 4 walls and a roof. That’s why we added this pick. 3, 2, 1 – blast off with the this rocket ship toy. Includes three astronauts, one satellite, one computer and table, two space shuttles, two lunch vehicles. Get it on Maisonette here.
- Castle ($279): Looking for something more unique for your guy or girl? Try this castle. I can see the addition of dragons and other creatures added to this tableau. Little knights can let their imagination run wild in this magical medieval castle. Detailed with ladders, drawbridges and flag-flying turrets, it brings an enchanted mood to playtime. A full court of figures includes a soldier, archer and war horse donning ancient armor to defend their post. This is a great setting for storytelling. Get it on Pottery Barn here.
- Tree House ($69.99): If your kiddo loves animals, try this one. We love the cheery, open floor plan of the Schleich Farm World Adventure Tree House. The 28-piece Farm Playset for Kids comes with a rope ladder and slide. All the accessories make this one loads of fun. Add as many animals as you like to really start some fun stories. Get it on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
- Fire House ($36.99): If you child loves emergency vehicles, they’ll love the Fire Rescue Set. The three-level fire station features an office, a rest room, a helicopter with its own landing pad. Get it on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
Did you have a dollhouse growing up? Which one of these would you love to see under the tree?
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