Kids Cubby Houses & Playhouses

Choosing a cubby house for your family

A space that's genuinely theirs

A cubby house gives kids something rare in a family home: a space that's entirely their own. Our range leans heavily into cottage-style designs - the Storybook Cottage with its thatched-look roof and working doorbell, the Charming Cottage with an attached outdoor dining table, and the Neat and Tidy Cottage II with a moulded-in floor, pass-through mailbox and play phone - alongside more themed options like the Adventure Camper, with its moulded-in kitchen, sink and stovetop for imaginative play on the go, the Happy Home Cottage & Grill with its own outdoor grill feature, the Neat and Tidy Cottage - Pink, and the Sweetheart Playhouse. As Australia's authorised Step2 distributor, we import our full range directly from the manufacturer, so every cubby house here is the genuine article, not a parallel import of unknown origin.

Plastic vs. timber: why we only sell plastic

If you've compared cubby houses before, you've probably noticed most fall into two camps: timber and moulded plastic. Timber cubbies need regular sanding, sealing and re-staining to survive outdoors. Our Step2 cubby houses are moulded from durable, weather-resistant plastic - the colour is moulded all the way through, not painted on, so scratches and fading from the sun don't leave bare patches behind. There's no sealing, no rust, and no annual maintenance weekend.

Indoor or outdoor - often both, with real features built in

One of the most useful things about a plastic cubby house is that it isn't locked into one spot. Set it up outside for the warmer months, then bring it indoors when the weather turns. It's also not just four walls and a roof - designs like the Great Outdoors Playhouse add a working water pump and planting station for outdoor play, while the Toddler Corner House is built to fit neatly into a corner with a ball-drop wall maze and spinning garden gate, and the Wonderball Fun House adds a working Dutch door and ball-toss feature for hand-eye coordination.

Cubby houses with slides and swings

If you're after a cubby house with a slide - or a slide and swing set combined - a few of our designs build the whole backyard playground into one structure. The Clubhouse Climber pairs an enclosed clubhouse with a slide and swings; the Safari Truck Climber does the same in a truck-shaped design toddlers love to climb through; and the Play Up Gym Set is a full slide-and-swing set for families who want more active play than a standalone cottage offers.

Prefer a classic cottage but still want a slide? You can pair any standalone cubby with one of our separate kids' slides, or browse the full climbers and swing sets range to see every slide and swing option.

Weatherproof enough for daily backyard life

A cubby house spends most of its life outdoors, taking constant sun, rain and temperature swings - which is exactly the kind of punishment moulded plastic is built to shrug off without fading, cracking or rotting the way timber or painted surfaces can. Every cubby house is backed by Step2's standard 3-year manufacturer's warranty, meets the same Australian safety standards required for the childcare and early-learning centres we also supply, and is dispatched within 24 hours from our Melbourne warehouse with tracking on every order.

Frequently asked questions

How quickly will my cubby house arrive?

We dispatch every order within 24 hours from our Melbourne warehouse, and you'll receive tracking details so you can follow your cubby house's journey right to your door.

Are these genuine Step2 products, and what warranty applies?

Yes - we're the authorised Australian Step2 distributor, and every cubby house is imported directly from the manufacturer, not a parallel import. Our cubby houses carry Step2's standard 3-year manufacturer's warranty.

Should I choose a plastic cubby house or a timber one?

It comes down to how much upkeep you want to take on. Timber cubbies need regular sanding, sealing and repainting to stay weatherproof, and they're vulnerable to splinters and rot if that maintenance slips. Our plastic cubby houses are moulded in durable, weather-resistant material with colour that runs all the way through, so there's no sealing, no rust, and no repainting - just years of play with essentially no maintenance.

What age is a cubby house suitable for?

Most of our cubby houses suit toddlers through to primary-school-aged children, though exact age guidance varies by model - check the specific product page for size and age recommendations. Younger toddlers tend to enjoy simple hide-and-seek and pretend play, while older kids get more into elaborate role play, so the right size often depends on how your child plays as much as their age.

Can I use a cubby house indoors as well as outdoors?

Many of our designs work well in both settings - set up outside through the warmer months, then move indoors to a playroom or covered area when the weather turns. Check the individual product listing, as some models are better suited to one setting than the other.

Do you have a cubby house with a slide attached?

Yes - several do. The Clubhouse Climber and Safari Truck Climber combine an enclosed cubby with a slide and swings in one structure, and the Play Up Gym Set is a dedicated slide-and-swing set. Prefer a classic cottage? You can pair any standalone cubby with one of our separate kids' slides. See our full climbers and swing sets range for every slide and swing option.