A crazy pain in the a$$ to put together. Parts are not well labeled (particularly the hardware). It took a small army of helpers to get it done. Now that it's together, it's pretty great. The wood is soft and easily dented, but the construction feels stable. I'm a little concerned about how the rails and ladder will hold up over time- they don't always feel so secure, but for my son's little body, it doesn't seem to be a concern. It does look nice and provides enough space underneath for storage and play. It was the right purchase for us.