My 8 year old LOVES this bed! Reading the reviews it seems like this is a bed for just the littles...which made me hesitant. BUT, we just moved into a new house and my 8 year old was terribly sad about the transition and having his own room for the first time. This was just the cool thing that helps him look forward to each new morning in his new room. I mean...who doesn't want to slide out of bed in the morning?! :) Also, it's a standard twin bed so it's really for anyone who is looking for that size. The added bonus is also so cool. Our whole family, including our dog, can sit under there just fine.