Why Choose an Elevated Cubby?

Elevated play equipment gives children an extra dimension to outdoor play. Climbing up to the cubby, moving across platforms and sliding back down creates opportunities for active movement, while the enclosed cubby itself becomes a canvas for imaginative play.

And perhaps best of all, the space underneath doesn't have to go to waste. Depending on the cubby house model, it can become a sandpit, ball pit, play kitchen, hideaway or toy-storage area.

At Happy Active Kids, we have a fantastic range of children's outdoor play equipment designed to get kids outside, active and having fun. We've rounded up five popular elevated cubby houses with slides that are worth considering for your backyard.

From the feature-packed Kingston to the impressive 3-metre slide on the Winchester, there's an option to suit different ages, play styles and backyard spaces.

1. Kingston Cubby House with Monkey Bars, Swings & Yellow Slide

The ultimate backyard adventure centre

For families looking for an elevated cubby that packs in as much fun as possible, the Kingston Cubby House is a standout. *Numerous slide colour options available.

This substantial timber play centre combines a raised cubby with a 2.2m wavy slide, monkey bars, double swings, climbing wall and climbing rope. There's even a built-in mini play kitchen and chalkboard for imaginative play.

The elevated design also creates a generous space underneath that can be used as a sandpit or ball pit, giving kids another area to explore.

With an assembled size of approximately 4.96m x 2.75m x 2.73m, the Kingston is designed for families with plenty of backyard space and children who love having lots of different activities to choose from.

Why families love the Kingston

• 2.2m wavy slide
• Monkey bars
• Double swings
• Rock-climbing wall
• Climbing rope
• Built-in sandpit or ball pit
• Mini play kitchen
• Chalkboard
• Large elevated cubby
• Premium treated timber

Best for: Families wanting an all-in-one backyard play centre with plenty of activities.

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2. Warrigal Cubby House with Pastel Green Slide

A spacious cubby packed with features - including numerous different slide colour options.

The Warrigal Cubby House is a fantastic all-rounder for families who want a traditional timber cubby with plenty of opportunities for active and imaginative play.

It features a spacious elevated cubby with a veranda, 2.2m wavy slide and climbing wall, plus a large built-in sandpit underneath. There are also fun extras including a chalkboard and noughts-and-crosses game.

The generous cubby interior gives little ones plenty of room to create their own imaginary world, while the elevated design adds another level of adventure.

The sandpit underneath measures approximately 1.9m x 1.75m, providing a substantial area for sensory play.

Why families love the Warrigal

• 2.2m wavy slide
• Rock-climbing wall
• Spacious elevated cubby
• Veranda
• Large built-in sandpit
• Chalkboard
• Noughts-and-crosses game
• Opening plastic windows
• Treated timber with UV protection

Best for: Families looking for a spacious wooden cubby that combines active play, imaginative play and sandpit fun.

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3. Winchester Cubby House with 3.0m Pastel Pink Slide

Go big with a 3-metre slide

If your little adventurers are looking for something seriously exciting, the Winchester Cubby House definitely deserves a place on your shortlist.

An Aussie bestseller, the Winchester features a spectacular 3.0m wavy slide attached to a raised 1.45m platform. *Numerous slide colour options available.

The impressive elevated cubby also includes a climbing wall, ladder, safety handles and a large sandpit underneath. Inside, there's a generous play space with perspex windows, while the steel corrugated roof gives the cubby a distinctive classic look.

The Winchester is particularly appealing for families wanting a statement piece of outdoor play equipment that can become the central focus of their backyard.

Why families love the Winchester

• Huge 3.0m wavy slide
• 1.45m elevated platform
• Rock-climbing wall
• Side ladder
• Built-in sandpit or ball pit
• Steel corrugated roof
• Perspex windows
• Barn-style doors
• Letterbox and picket-fence details
• Spacious interior play area

Best for: Families looking for a premium elevated cubby with a seriously impressive slide.

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4. Finley Cubby House with Green Slide

A beautiful space for imaginative play

The Finley Cubby House is ideal for children who love having their own special place to play, imagine and create. We have a range of slide colour options too.

This spacious timber cubby features a raised platform, kid-friendly stairs, a 1.8m wavy slide, veranda and balcony. Its large windows let plenty of natural light into the cubby, creating a welcoming space for imaginative play.

One of the clever features of the Finley is the space underneath the raised platform. Depending on your family's needs, it can be used as a sandpit or as an area for toy storage.

Inside, the cubby comes with flooring, giving kids a cosy blank canvas that can be transformed into anything from a pretend café to a secret hideaway.

Why families love the Finley

• 1.8m wavy slide
• Spacious elevated cubby
• Veranda
• Balcony/lookout deck
• Large windows
• Flooring included
• Space underneath for sandpit or storage
• Premium treated timber

Best for: Families who want a spacious cubby focusing on imaginative play as well as outdoor activity.

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5. Silverton Cubby House with 1.8m Yellow Slide

Big fun in a more compact design

Not every backyard has room for a giant play centre — and that's where the Silverton Cubby House comes in.

The Silverton is a clever elevated cubby that combines a raised playhouse, 1.8m wavy slide, built-in sandpit and play kitchen in a relatively compact footprint.

The raised platform is approximately 90cm high, with child-friendly stairs and a handrail leading up to the cubby. Underneath, the built-in sandpit provides a dedicated space for sensory and imaginative play.

There's also a mounted play kitchen with sink and faucet, a chalkboard and a mix of open and closed windows.

Why families love the Silverton

• 1.8m wavy slide
• 90cm raised platform
• Built-in sandpit
• Play kitchen with sink
• Chalkboard
• Child-friendly stairs
• Large windows
• Space underneath for toy storage
• More compact overall footprint

Best for: Families looking for an elevated cubby with a slide and sandpit without taking over the entire backyard.

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Which Elevated Cubby House Is Right for You?

With so many fantastic options available, choosing the right cubby often comes down to your available space, your kids' favourite activities and how much adventure you want to create in the backyard.

What to Consider When Choosing a Cubby House

1. Measure your backyard

Before choosing your new cubby, measure the area carefully and remember to allow plenty of room around the equipment.

Don't forget to consider the slide's run-out area, access for assembly and the manufacturer's recommended safety zone.

2. Think about how your kids play

Do your little ones love climbing and physical challenges? A model like the Kingston or Winchester could be a great fit.

If imaginative play is their favourite thing, look at the spacious interiors and features of the Finley or Warrigal.

For younger children or families working with less space, the Silverton offers a fantastic combination of cubby, slide and sandpit play.

3. Make the most of the space underneath

One of the biggest advantages of an elevated cubby is the additional play space underneath.

Depending on the model, this area can become:

• A sandpit
• A ball pit
• A toy storage area
• A pretend café
• A play kitchen
• A quiet hideaway

It's an easy way to get more play value from the same backyard footprint.

4. Consider long-term play value

A great cubby house isn't just somewhere to slide down once or twice. The best designs encourage children to return to them again and again.

Climbing, sliding, imaginative games, sensory play and role-playing can all help create an outdoor space that evolves as your children grow.

Why Choose an Elevated Cubby House?

An elevated cubby gives children something a traditional playhouse can't quite offer — multiple levels of adventure.

There's the excitement of climbing up to the cubby, the thrill of sliding back down and the imaginative world waiting inside.

Then there's the space underneath.

Add a sandpit, toys, a pretend kitchen or simply a few cushions and you've created another destination within the backyard.

For Australian families wanting to encourage more outdoor play, an elevated cubby can become much more than a piece of play equipment. It can become the place where children create games, invent stories, challenge themselves and make memories with siblings and friends.

Create Your Backyard Adventure with Happy Active Kids

At Happy Active Kids, we're passionate about helping Australian families create outdoor spaces where children can play, move, imagine and explore.

From elevated cubby houses and slides to monkey bars, swings, trampolines and other outdoor play equipment, our range is designed to help turn the backyard into a place kids genuinely want to spend time.

Whether you want the all-in-one adventure of the Kingston, the spacious versatility of the Warrigal, the spectacular 3.0m slide on the Winchester, the imaginative-play appeal of the Finley, or the clever compact design of the Silverton, there's an elevated cubby ready to bring more adventure to your backyard.

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*Product features, pricing, availability and specifications can change. Please check the individual product page for the latest information before purchasing. Adult supervision and installation according to the manufacturer's instructions are essential.