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I want to do my daugthers room this year, and have been looking at cabin beds (mid sleepers) - beds that are raised off the ground, (not the very high ones) and you can have a desk that slides in and out. My daughter has a longish narrow room and this seems like it would free up space for her as we could probably either push a chest of drawers under it, or leave it as space to play under.

I wondered if anyone else had bought one of these and could recommend any shops/brands. I have had a good look on the internet, (Ikea, Stompa - which look interesting - but was looking for some recommendations from someone who has one of these.

Thanks

This is the model my daughter has - although hers also has a slide out desk (which I haven't got around to assembling yet!!) It's simple, but sturdy and strong. There are shelves at one end which are handy http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Stompa-Pine-Cabin-Bed-/221357417372?pt=UK_Home_Garden_Beds&hash=item3389ee239c

we have ordered standard bunks from this website, recommended by friends who got mid-sleepers from them. They are very good at tailoring to your particular needs e.g. room size/low ceilings, and I think they are very reasonable. Ours haven't come yet so can't give you first hand experience, but my friend's ones are fab!


http://www.pine-design.co.uk/index.html


Warning: website has bizarre tinkly music, which when I posted it on FB a friend commented seemed to send the message 'It WILL be ok' :)


I should say, if space and money were no obect, I love this one (locally made I believe too)- can be bunks or a mid sleeper with desk underneath: http://iokidsdesign.co.uk/the-bunk-pod

We've got the Ikea Kura, I've reversed the panels to make it white not blue, much nicer! Took me 6 hours to build it by myself, in 38 degree summer heat last year. Well worth it though. Daughter is 5 very soon. She originally had it as a mid sleeper, with Trofast stepped unit running down the end. She would go up the ladder and come down the stairs. After a fall from the top she became a little worried so requested it got flipped over. Its not a 'four poster' style bed, using the ladder as shelving for a drink at night and nightlight. She has a thin silk curtain tacked along the top that can be used as a overhead canopy or folded down to make a curtain across the face of the bed. She loves it, plenty of space to stash a bit underneath even in 'four poster' mode. Very happy with it. Easily pick on up on eBay for ?50 in good condition, or new they are ?120 without mattress. Very solid, I was surprised actually. I've slept in it with her in both modes.

We have this Stompa one for my son (3) http://www.johnlewis.com/stompa-uno-plus-midsleeper-and-tent/p356670?colour=Blue


Very sturdy - either my husband or I lay in it to read him a story before bed every night. Not to high (he happily climbs in and out without help, even in the dark) and it's definiely made bedtime more appealing for him (hallelujah).


If you order from John Lewis they will come and install it for you for no extra charge - definitely worth it.


Just be aware that the mattress that fits it is continental size (i.e. same as Ikea) so if you use fitted sheets then you might need to order online.

After doing quite a bit of googling, we settled for a Thuka High sleeper for our 6 year old (soon to be 7) son. I know you are after a mid sleeper, but it may be worth considering high sleepers to. Our son absolutely loves his and it has literally doubled the size of his narrow, high ceiling room! Here's where we ordered ours: http://www.thekidswindow.co.uk/html/ReadRange.asp?product=7704&range=714&category=900
  • 9 months later...
I proper like the mid sleeper beds...my two kids have gone one each. I bought them little play tents to add onto them to make them have some privacy but also a 'den'. I love it. One of my kids is 5 and 7. although i think the 5 year old is just a bit younger- we have made sure it's safe so he won't take a tumble during the night!! Have a look on http://www.childrensbedshop.co.uk/ it's a proper little gem for Children's beds and orher stuff for cheap prices. Hope it helps you :)

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