Maileg Dolls House Guide: Which One Should You Choose?
This guide covers choosing a Maileg dolls house and is part of our collection of Guides to Maileg Miniatures: where we offer help and guidance on all things Maileg.
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 homes 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 | Size 1 Bunnies & Rabbits, Teddy family | Miniature-sized furniture | Four rooms plus attic, pre-decorated walls, 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 customisable 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, bunk beds, portable and compact |
| IKEA Flisat Shelf | All Maileg mice up to Mum & Dad size | Mouse-sized furniture | Affordable, compact, ideal for testing the waters, DIY customisation possible |
Maileg House of Miniature
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
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 guide to the Maileg Mouse Hole Farmhouse
The IKEA Flisat Doll's House / Wall Shelf
No guide to dolls houses for Maileg could be complete without mentioning the IKEA Flisat dolls house. It's popular for good reason, and we've transformed many of these basic wooden shelves into beautiful homes for our Maileg mice.
| 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
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 Doesn't require a lot of furniture Includes bunk beds and bedding |
| Cons | Less sturdy than wooden houses so best suited to gentle play |
So which Maileg dolls house should you choose?
For anyone wanting a dolls house big enough for Maileg bunnies and rabbits, the House of Miniature would be the best choice. For mouse collectors who still want plenty of space, the Mouse Hole Farmhouse is ideal. There's no doubt that 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. However if space or budget is tight, or you're just looking to test the waters with dolls house play, the IKEA Flisat is a brilliant starting point.
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
Guide to the Maileg House of Miniature →
Guide to the Maileg Farmhouse →
Guide to using the IKEA Flisat dollhouse as a Maileg Mouse House →
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 →
Learn about Maileg furniture, dolls house compatibility and sizes: Explore the Maileg Furniture Guide →
Understand Maileg 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
A spacious dolls house for bunnies & rabbits
Maileg Mouse Hole Farmhouse
A beautiful, rustic style dolls house for Maileg mice.
IKEA Flisat Hack
Learn how to transform an IKEA shelf into a Maileg mouse house.
Maileg Furniture Guide
Explore different sizes of Maileg furniture and find the right pieces for your dolls house.
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.