MAILEG GUIDE

This guide is part of our wider Maileg Knowledge Base: a collection of helpful guides to Maileg mice, dolls’ houses, furniture and imaginative play.

Choosing a dolls house for your Maileg friends is an important decision. But with several Maileg houses available, plus popular alternatives such as the IKEA Flisat, you may wonder which one is best for you. But don't worry - we’ve built and decorated more than a few miniature houses ourselves, and our inbox is full of dolls house photos from happy customers - so we’re perfectly placed to guide you on your own dolls' house project.

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This guide is designed to give you a clear overview of the main Maileg dolls houses: the House of Miniature, Mouse Hole Farmhouse and SuitCasa, as well as the IKEA Flisat dolls house, so you can quickly see which might be right for you. You’ll find at-a-glance specs, the best use for each house, and links to deeper, dedicated guides where you can explore building tips, furniture compatibility and styling ideas. Whether you’re just starting your Maileg collection or expanding an existing one, this page will help you  choose the right dolls house before diving into the details of furniture and decorating.

Maileg Dolls Houses Comparison

Dolls House Best For Furniture Size Key Features
House of Miniature Larger Maileg friends, Size 1 Bunnies & Rabbits, Teddy family Miniature-sized furniture (can mix with mouse-sized) Four rooms plus attic, pre-decorated walls in subtle Scandi tones, upgradeable with bonus rooms, beautifully crafted and durable
Mouse Hole Farmhouse All Maileg mice up to Mum & Dad size, Micro Bunnies & Rabbits Mouse-sized furniture Five rooms plus attic, rustic exterior, optional wallpapers, sturdy and customizable interior, upgradeable with Farmhouse Annex
SuitCasa Little Brother & Sister Mice SuitCasa furniture (some mouse furniture fits) Dolls house in a suitcase, pre-decorated walls, two windows, cosy bedding, portable and whimsical
IKEA Flisat Shelf All Maileg mice up to Mum & Dad size Mouse-sized furniture Affordable, compact, versatile as a shelf or open-plan house, small footprint ideal for testing the waters, DIY customization possible


Maileg House of Miniature

Maileg house of miniature dolls house with furniture and a girl sitting on the floor

This Maileg House Of Miniature is the largest of the Maileg dolls houses. All the rooms have cut out windows that let the light flood in. The walls are pre-decorated with delicate patterns in muted shades giving the house a minimalist Scandi vibe.

Overall dimensions Height: 80cm, Width: 72cm, Depth: 40cm
Number of rooms 4 plus attic
Weight 10kg
Suitable for Size 1 Bunnies, Rabbits and Teddy family
Furniture size Maileg miniature size (mouse furniture can be mixed)
Made from Wood
Upgradeable Yes – bonus room and bathroom available
Recommended age 3+
Pros Extremely spacious. Beautifully decorated interior.
Cons Furniture options more limited than for other houses

Read the full Maileg House of Miniature guide for dimensions, furniture and decorating ideas →


Maileg Mouse Hole Farmhouse

Maileg farmhouse dolls house with furniture in a bedroom setting

The Maileg Mouse Hole Farmhouse is a wooden house with a rustic vibe. All of the rooms have cut-out windows or doors.

Overall dimensions Height: 56.5cm, Width: 63cm, Depth: 36.5cm
Number of rooms 5 plus attic
Weight 6.8kg
Suitable for Maileg mice up to Mum & Dad size, plus Micro bunnies and rabbits
Furniture size Maileg mouse size furniture
Made from Wood
Upgradeable Yes – Farmhouse Annex available
Recommended age 3+
Pros Characterful exterior with fully customisable interior walls.
Cons Walls are undecorated 

Read the full Maileg Farmhouse guide for dimensions, furniture and decorating ideas →

The IKEA Flisat Doll's House / Wall Shelf

Ikea dolls house wall shelf decorated with Maileg furniture and mice

The IKEA Flisat dolls house is part of IKEA's Flisat furniture range and can also be wall-mounted and used as a shelf.

Overall dimensions Height: 59cm, Width: 58cm, Depth: 22cm
Weight 5.47kg
Suitable for Maileg mice up to Mum & Dad size
Furniture size Maileg mouse size furniture
Made from Pine and fibreboard
Upgradeable No
Recommended age 3+
Pros Affordable, compact and perfect for testing the waters.
Cons Smaller and not extendable.

*Information taken from IKEA website at time of writing

Read our Guide to using the IKEA Flisat dollhouse as a Maileg Mouse House  →

The Maileg Suitcasa

Maileg SuitCasa dolls house in a suitcase

Launched in Autumn Winter 2025, the Maileg SuitCasa is a dolls house in a suitcase designed for Little Brother and Sister mice.

Overall dimensions Height: 34cm, Width: 28cm, Depth: 15cm
Number of rooms 4
Weight 1.12kg
Suitable for Little Brother and Sister Mice
Furniture size  SuitCasa size (some mouse furniture also fits)
Made from Paper, metal and cotton
Upgradeable No
Recommended age 3+
Pros Portable and quick to set up
Cons Less sturdy than wooden houses so best suited to gentle play

 

So which Maileg dolls house should you choose?

If you're looking for a dolls house big enough for Maileg bunnies and rabbits, the House of Miniature is the best choice. For mice collectors who still want space, choose the Mouse Hole Farmhouse. If space or budget is tight, the IKEA Flisat is a brilliant starting point. For portability and quick play, the SuitCasa is ideal.

If you’re after a beautifully made heirloom piece, a Maileg dolls house is a wonderful long-term investment that can be passed on or resold when your children outgrow it.

Below you’ll find links to our in-depth guides for each dolls house, including build tips, furniture compatibility and styling ideas.

Explore more guides

Learn how to choose your first mouse, understand the different sizes, and start your Maileg collection. Explore the Maileg Mice Guide → 

For an introduction to the charming world of Maileg bunnies and rabbits. Explore the Maileg Rabbits & Bunnies Guide →

Understand furniture sizes Explore the Maileg Size Guide →

Or, if you’d like to step back and explore the Maileg world as a whole, our Maileg guide hub brings everything together in one place.

Explore our Maileg Dolls House Guides in detail

Maileg House of Miniature

Our guide to the largest of the Maileg dolls houses.

Maileg Mouse Hole Farmhouse

A beautiful, rustic style dolls house for Maileg mice.

Maileg SuitCasa

Portable and whimsical - our guide to the Maileg SuitCasa

IKEA Flisat Hack

Guide to transforming an IKEA shelf into a home for Maileg mice