This Bed Is Adorable. The Underneath Area Is Exactly As Described But Took Me By Surprise Nonetheless. There Is Room For Doll House Sized Objects And Toys But Not Even A Small Desk. My Daughter Loves To Sit And Play, So It'S Still Great. I Like The Fact That The Bed Has The "Bunk Bed" Feel Without The Bunk Bed Height. Assembly Is A Bit Of A Pain- Definitely Takes Several Hours To Assemble, But It Is Not Overly Difficult. Also, You Definitely Do Not Want To Use A Thick Mattress With This Bed.