Is it warm enough for winter?

Solid wood insulates better than plastic, but there is no added insulation. Add straw or a heated pad for freezing nights.

Does it need painting or sealing?

The white finish is ready for paint, and sealing the wood is wise if it sits in rain. Untreated wood will weather faster.

It ships flat and needs building. Reviewers describe the process as doable but fiddly, so set aside an afternoon and a second pair of hands.

It suits one cat or a mother with kittens. A small colony needs a larger multi-cat shelter.

Yes. It is heavy enough to stay put in wind, but place it out of direct rain and off bare ground.

Rated 3 out of 5 from 64 ratings.

5 stores we checked sell it, including Lowe's, Target, Walmart, eBay, WoodArtSupply.

At eBay, for $99.99, as of our latest check.

$99.99at eBayChecked Nov 9

Compared across 5 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when. Store links may earn us a commission.