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Real Good Toys Keeper's House Dollhouse Kit vs Victorian Alison Jr Dollhouse Kit

The Keeper's House is a small beginner cottage; the Victorian Alison Jr is a tall four-story Victorian with up to nine rooms. Buy the Keeper's House if you want a quick first build or a companion to the New England Lighthouse kit. Buy the Alison Jr if you want a large display house and don't mind a longer, more involved build. Both use 3/8 inch milled MDF and one-step assembly, so build quality is comparable; the difference is size and complexity.

  • Choose the Keeper's House if you want a compact, novice-friendly cottage that pairs with the New England Lighthouse kit and goes together with glue alone.
  • Choose the Victorian Alison Jr if you want a tall, multi-room Victorian dollhouse with real presence on a shelf or table.

Prices

  • Real Good Toys Keeper's House Dollhouse Kit: $105.00 at Manhattandollhouse (checked today)
  • Victorian Alison Jr Dollhouse Kit: $119.99 at Hobby Lobby (checked today)
  • Difference: the Real Good Toys Keeper's House Dollhouse Kit is $14.99 cheaper than the Victorian Alison Jr Dollhouse Kit today
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1 Inch Scale Keeper's House Dollhouse Kit

Real Good Toys Keeper's House Dollhouse Kit

1 Inch Scale Keeper's House Dollhouse Kit

$105.00at ManhattandollhouseChecked 4 h ago
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Pros
  • Small footprint that fits on a shelf
  • Novice-level build with glue only
  • Pairs with the New England Lighthouse kit
  • Includes flower box, shutters, door and trim
Cons
  • Only 2 to 4 rooms
  • Little room for elaborate furnishing
  • Not a display centerpiece
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Victorian Alison Jr Dollhouse Kit

Victorian Alison Jr Dollhouse Kit

$119.99at Hobby LobbyChecked 4 h ago
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Pros
  • Up to 9 rooms across 4 floors
  • Tall, imposing Victorian silhouette
  • Same sturdy 3/8 inch MDF construction
  • Room to furnish each floor separately
Cons
  • Large footprint needs dedicated space
  • More parts and paint work than a cottage
  • Longer build before it is displayable

What separates them

Real Good Toys Keeper's House Dollhouse KitVictorian Alison Jr Dollhouse Kit
Footprint and heightAbout 9 3/8 by 7 inches, 8 1/2 inches tall24 by 16 1/2 inches, 38 1/2 inches tall
Rooms and floors2 to 4 rooms on one levelUp to 9 rooms across 4 floors
Build difficultyNovice and beginner level, glue onlyOne-step assembly but larger, with paint and more parts
StyleCottage, keeper's house themeColonial-style Victorian
Materials3/8 inch milled MDF with wooden shingles3/8 inch milled MDF with wooden shingles
Included extrasFlower box, raised panel shutters and door, gingerbread trimShingles and trim; accessories vary by listing
ExpansionFits the New England Lighthouse kit and standard 5 1/16 inch window openingsLarge enough to furnish room by room without crowding
Display space neededFits on a shelf or tabletopNeeds a dedicated table or floor space

Price history

  • Real Good Toys Keeper's House Dollhouse Kit: lowest $125.00 on Nov 3 at Dollhouse City.
  • Victorian Alison Jr Dollhouse Kit: lowest $119.99 on Nov 10 at Hobby Lobby.

Prices at every store

Real Good Toys Keeper's House Dollhouse Kit

  • ManhattandollhouseNew

    In stock

    $105.00Checked 4 h ago
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  • Real Good ToysNew

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    $125.00Checked 4 h ago
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  • Dollhouse CityNew

    Availability unknown

    $125.00Checked Nov 2
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Victorian Alison Jr Dollhouse Kit

  • Hobby LobbyNew

    In stock

    $119.99Checked 4 h ago
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  • nicholassmithtoys.comNew

    In stock

    $139.99Checked 4 h ago
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  • InvaluableNew

    Availability unknown

    $150.00Checked 4 h ago
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  • Hillsboro Hobby ShopNew

    Availability unknown

    $199.99Checked 4 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecReal Good Toys Keeper's House Dollhouse KitVictorian Alison Jr Dollhouse Kit
Scale1/2 Inch Scale1:12 Scale
Overall Width9 3/8"W24"
Overall Height8 1/2"H38 1/2"
Rooms2 Rooms6 rooms plus tower room
Depth13 3/8 in16 1/2 in
Height18 3/4 in38 1/2 in
Width19 1/4 in24.0
Furniture IncludedNoNo
Furniture TypeFurnishings (not included)Furnishings are not included
Primary MaterialMDFMilled MDF
Material FinishNatural Wood (shingles)Milled
Accessories IncludedYesNo, Yes
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SpecReal Good Toys Keeper's House Dollhouse KitVictorian Alison Jr Dollhouse Kit
Dollhouse Scale1 inch scale1 inch scale
Age Range13 and up13 and up
Minimum Age13 years13 years
Assembly KitYesYes
Assembly RequiredYesYes
Assembly TypeOne-step assemblyOne-step assembly
Assembly Tools RequiredGlueGlue, Paint
Design StyleCottageColonial style (traditional)
Design TypeCottageDollhouse

What reviewers say

Victorian Alison Jr Dollhouse Kit

Owners of Real Good Toys kits generally describe the milled MDF parts as fitting well and the instructions as clear enough for a first large build. The common complaints are the time and mess of finishing and the extra cost of furnishing nine rooms.

What people mention
  • AssemblyPraisedBuilders say the milled parts line up well and glue together without much trimming.
  • FinishingCriticisedOwners report that sanding, priming and painting take many more hours than the build itself.
  • Build qualityPraisedOnce assembled, the house feels solid and holds up to moving and display.
  • Furnishing costCriticisedBuyers note that filling nine rooms with 1:12 furniture adds a large extra expense.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a first dollhouse build?
The Keeper's House. It is rated novice and beginner, needs only glue, and has far fewer parts than the four-story Alison Jr.
Which has more rooms?
The Victorian Alison Jr, with up to 9 rooms over 4 floors. The Keeper's House has 2 to 4 rooms on one level.
Do both use the same scale?
Yes. Both are 1:12 (1 inch) scale, so 1 inch scale furniture fits either one.
Is the Alison Jr worth stepping up to?
If you have the space and want a large Victorian display house, yes. If you want a quick first project or a lighthouse companion, the Keeper's House is the better fit.
Which is easier to display?
The Keeper's House. At about 9 by 7 inches it sits on a shelf; the Alison Jr is 24 inches wide and 38 1/2 inches tall and needs a table or floor spot.

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Number Of Rooms
4
Up to 9
Design Layout4 RoomsUp to 9 Rooms
Overall Depth7"D—
Wall Thickness3/8 inch—
Recommended Ageages 13 and up—
Compatible With1 inch scale New England Lighthouse dollhouse k…—
Design ThemeKeeper's House—
Interior FinishInterior trim for Window, Interior trim (for Pr…—
Material—Wood
Secondary Material—Wooden shingles (on the roof)
Color—Yellow (main image), Red (main image)
Number Of Floors—4
Exterior Finish—Clapboard exterior walls
Overall Length—16 1/2"
Exterior Wall Thickness—3/8"
Upper Floor Thickness—3/8"
Gingerbread Trim Thickness—1/8"
Floor to Ceiling Height—9"
Number of Stories—3