I purchased this playhouse at the end of this summer. I was hoping to score a deal as the season was ending. I found the Discovery Playhouse and ordered it immediately. My husband put it together over the course of 2 days. The wood is real wood and the instructions were user friendly. My kids and their friends play in the house for hours on end. I'm very happy with the purchase and would certainly recommend this playhouse. I will be covering the playhouse with tarps for the winter. Can't wait to continue enjoying the playhouse in the spring.