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Dollhouses for boys have become more popular than ever! So we’ve put together a collection of some of the best out there.
Are dollhouses just for girls? Definitely not! As a society, we are learning more about gender roles, and realizing that little boys and girls should have equal opportunities to explore all kinds of toys, not just the ones that were socially acceptable in the past. Boys can and should be allowed (even encouraged) to play with baby dolls, as this could well be preparation for their roles as fathers in adulthood.
The same thing applies to dollhouses. In the past, most dollhouses were geared for feminine little girls, with shades of pink and many hearts and flowers, which sometimes discouraged parents from purchasing them for their sons. That has changed, as parents are realizing more and more that all children should have equal opportunities to play`1 with whatever they are interested in, whether it be toy cars or toy houses.
More than ever, dollhouses are made to be “gender-neutral,” to encourage both boys and girls to play with them. Every child should have the opportunity to enact and create family and home situations with little people and furniture. Dollhouses help children use their imagination, as well as help them to make sense of this big world. Dollhouses for boys can be as simple as a regular house decorated in neutral colors, or a fire station or castle: exciting houses and buildings to excite a boys sense of fun and adventure.
There are dozens of great options for boys dollhouses. Let’s check out 11 of them here.
--Features an easy-to-build playhouse with opening doors and window, and a fun slide
--Includes a turnable day/night brick as a scene-setter and 4 brightly colored decorated bricks with key moments in the daily routine
--LEGO DUPLO products are specially designed to be safe and suitable for little hands
--Playhouse measures over 8" (22cm) high, 7" (19cm) wide and 3" (9cm) deep
--Slide measures over 3" (9cm) high, 1" (4cm) wide and 5" (13cm) deep
An adorable very first dollhouse for toddlers! This easy to build Duplo house is designed for beginners age 1 and up. The house has 6 basic play areas (rooms) where doors and a window open and close. A turnable block can change the scene from day into night, as your little boy can enact going down the slide, and going to sleep in the cute bunk beds. The set includes 2 child figures.
Pros:
- Very simple and chunky blocks for toddlers to combine the pieces to build.
- The day-to-night changing block (sun to moon) is adorable, as is the slide. Adds a lot to the play value.
Cons:
- A couple more figures (at least a pet!) and it would be perfect.
For ages 1 and up.
Take along this easy-to assemble fully furnished dollhouse. House opens up to two stories with four rooms of play space, and comes with 4 rooms of furniture, 3 figures, accessories, and 2 family pets! All pieces can be stored inside the play set, and the top transforms into a handle for great way to take along anywhere!
Pros:
Cool accessories, such as dishes (even pots and pans!) for the kitchen.
Cons:
Lots of tiny pieces that have to be assembled.
For ages 4-10.
This exciting medieval castle is double-sided for play with multiple children. It is lightweight and durable, and the carry handle makes it easy to take and play anywhere. There is a working drawbridge and castle-themed decals to encourage imaginative play. The castle includes 5 rooms and 3 balconies. Add your own knights, princesses, and dragons to make this magic kingdom come to life.
Pros: Lightweight and portable.
Strong and practically indestructible!
Cons:
Rooms could be bigger.
For ages 3 and up.
There are 3 ways to build this awesome modular Duplo house: one, two or 3 stories high! It comes with 69 Duplo pieces, including a family of 3, many furniture pieces, and an awesome car! There are several rooms, including a kitchen, bathroom, 2 bedrooms, and a patio.
Watch role-playing come to life as boys act out endless activities they see in the everyday world, such as waking up, making breakfast, sitting down for meals, going for a drive, even washing the car! The construction is only half the fun!
Pros:
- This set is easy to build and blocks can be arranged in endless ways! Encourages early building skills.
- The oven door opens.
- The car is a great addition!
For ages 2 and up.
The ultimate, award-winning Hape Wooden Family Mansion has everything! This dollhouse is gender-neutral and loaded with extras, including moveable, working lights, and even a swimming pool!
The rooms consist of a master bedroom, childrens’ bedroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, hallway, and even a garage, pool area, and 2 balconies!
This playset comes with 7 pieces of furniture (many with moving parts!) and a family of four poseable dolls. The doorbell rings when pressed. Fun to decorate, this dollhouse will spark your child’s imagination for hours of play!
Pros:
- Awesome, realistic ringing doorbell!
- LED Lights can be moved around wherever your little boy would like.
- Dollhouse is completely open and can be played with from all sides, even the top.
- The doll people are poseable.
- Wooden, durable house and furniture.
Cons:
- Could use more furniture and accessories; however, this wooden dollhouse can be combined with many other Hape play sets.
- Garage door can be tricky to open and close.
- Adult assembly required.
For ages 3 and up.
This dollhouse is perfect for gender-neutral, open-ended play.
Made of durable wood construction, the sides are completely open so there is a lot of room for playing in all the rooms, as well as accommodating multiple children.
Staircases are moveable, and the accessories include 5 play figures (and a cute pet dog) as well as 20 pieces of dollhouse furniture.
Your little boy will learn while he is having fun; the detailed environment encourages role-play and social skills, as well as enhancing cognitive skills and creativity. It also develops eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
Pros:
- Durable wooden dollhouse designed to last for many years of play.
- Easily portable, lift from the roof.
- Inviting and vibrant gender neutral colors.
- Detachable stairs.
Cons:
- Could use a few more accessories.
- Adult assembly required.
Kids love this modern looking gender-neutral dollhouse from Playmobill. House must be assembled (a little adult help required!) but worth it for the hours kids will spend playing with this awesome and spacious dollhouse.
There are 5 rooms, a patio, balcony, a mailbox, and a winding staircase! Realistic doorbell sound and entryway light spark imagination and creativity.
Kids will love playing out scenes with the "true-to-life" design and extra features. Set includes 2 figures, patio furniture, and a family dog. Add-on rooms purchased separately.
Pros:
- So many extra features not found in other dollhouses, such as doorbell and even a mailbox!
- Sturdy and made to last.
- Poseable figures.
Cons:
- Room sets must be purchased separately. (There is an awesome family car available to purchase!)
For ages 4 and up.
Imaginative play comes to life with the Melissa and Doug Hi-Rise Dollhouse! This award-winning dollhouse is open-sided with easy access to accommodate multiple children.
It features bright, gender-neutral colors with 6 rooms, a garage, and an elevator! Comes with 15 pieces of furniture and 3 play people. Dollhouse is durable and made to last for years of fun!
Pros:
- Melissa and Doug toys are considered the “Gold Standard” in childhood play, and have been creating fun, educational toys for over 30 years. Their toys foster early brain development and encourage skills that will last a lifetime.
- Appealing and bright gender-neutral colors.
- The elevator adds tons of fun to the imaginative play.
Cons:
- Requires adult assembly.
- Garage door occasionally falls off.
For ages 3 and up.
This is an awesome Kidcraft Fire Station Set! Just like a real fire station, your little hero can ring the bell and hurry to help save the day!
The Kidcraft Fire station is a 3 story design that stands 32 inches tall with lots of play space. There are 5 rooms, a fireman’s pole and 16 accessories (27 pieces total!) Your child will love the set of wooden vehicles, including a fire engine with its own garage and a helicopter they can “land” on the helipad.
The fire station set also includes 4 bendable firemen and many interactive wooden accessories such as furniture, “flames” and even a puppy!
Pros:
- Includes many accessories and vehicles for realistic play.
Cons:
- Bell doesn't really ring
- Product is heavy so you should probably assemble it where it’s going to be standing.
For ages 3 and up.
Taking boys’ dollhouses to a new level, we have the Pidoko Kids Space Rocket Center!
There is lots of open space for one or several children to explore multiple floor levels of outer space travel. This “Glow in the Dark” rocket includes 17 pieces of furniture and accessories: astronauts, space vehicles, furniture and even an alien for a total outer space experience. There is even a cool working elevator!
The top of the rocket detaches and has an astronaut seat for “blast off.” The dollhouse is made of sturdy, durable wood, and will last through the roughest little astronaut’s play.
Pros:
- Easy to assemble.
- There is a “clicking” knob for more realistic play.
Cons:
- Elevator is tricky to operate.
Maybe what you want isn't a boys; dollhouse, but a boys' fortress! Here it is!
The ultimate Imaginative castle for royal fun! This castle is made of high quality, durable wood, opens for extended play and folds easily for storage. There are 3 detailed levels of expandable space, with balconies, archways and towers to explore.
There is also a working drawbridge, removable turret, dungeon, and even a trap door! This castle arrives already assembled and is made of high quality, durable wood, and made to last for years to come!
Combine this with the Melissa and Doug Castle Furniture set for a treasure chest of fun!
Pros:
`1. Castle is very sturdy to last for years of play
Cons:
- It’s a bit tricky to get inside the “jail” to reach the prisoner.
For ages 3 and up.
Read Next:
- The Best Dollhouses for Toddlers
- 6 Best Dollhouse Kits for Beginners to Advanced
