Quick answer
Choose the standard Treetop Cottage for a smaller flock of 1–2 medium birds or 3–4 bantams, and the XL version when you need room for 2–3 medium birds or 4–5 bantams. The XL also adds an interior access ramp for easier movement.
Capacity and bird size
The standard Treetop Cottage comfortably houses 1–2 medium birds or 3–4 bantams, depending on breed and type. The XL Treetop Cottage increases that to 2–3 medium birds or 4–5 bantams. If you plan to expand your flock or keep larger breeds, the extra space in the XL model gives your birds more room to move and roost.
Cleaning and access features
Both coops include a metal-lined pull-out tray that simplifies daily cleaning. The standard model has a front door with a ventilation window, while the XL adds a large front door and an interior access ramp. The ramp helps hens enter and exit the run more easily and also improves airflow inside the coop.
Build quality and materials
Both coops are constructed from superior quality wood, designed for durability and years of use. The XL version is built to the same high standard but with a larger footprint. If you have limited backyard space, the standard Treetop Cottage is more compact and easier to position.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Bird capacity: Standard: 1–2 medium or 3–4 bantams. XL: 2–3 medium or 4–5 bantams. Choose the XL if you have more than two medium birds or want room to grow your flock.
- Cleaning convenience: Both coops have a metal-lined pull-out tray for easy waste removal. Either model simplifies daily cleaning; the tray is a key feature.
- Access and ventilation: Standard has a front door with ventilation window. XL adds a large front door and interior access ramp. The XL ramp helps hens move in and out and boosts airflow, a plus for warmer climates.
- Footprint and placement: Standard is more compact and easier to fit in small backyards. XL requires more space. Measure your available area before choosing the XL.
- Price difference: Standard is priced at USD 154.09 (compared to USD 229.99). XL is USD 197.09 (compared to USD 269.99). The XL offers more capacity and features for a moderate price increase.
Product facts
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Treetop Cottage Chicken Coop: Houses 1–2 medium birds or 3–4 bantams depending on size, breed and type. Features a metal-lined pull-out tray and a front door with ventilation window. This size works well for a small backyard flock or for keeping bantams, and the tray makes cleaning quick.
Treetop Cottage Chicken Coop
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XL Treetop Cottage Chicken Coop (Ex-Display): Houses 2–3 medium birds or 4–5 bantams. Adds a large front door, interior access ramp, and metal-lined pull-out tray. The extra capacity and the ramp make it easier for your hens to move between the coop and run, and the larger door improves ventilation.
XL Treetop Cottage Chicken Coop (Ex-Display)
Which one fits your flock?
Best for
- Small backyard flocks with 1–2 medium birds or 3–4 bantams – choose the standard Treetop Cottage.
- Larger flocks or those planning to expand – the XL Treetop Cottage gives extra space and the access ramp.
Not for
- Large flocks of 5+ medium birds – neither model provides enough space; consider a larger coop design.
- Very tight spaces where every inch counts – the standard model is compact, but the XL may be too large.