Cabin Beds and Mid Sleepers
Cabin beds and mid-sleepers can be enjoyable for children as they add a bit of excitement to the bedtime. They can be turned into play areas, dens and even craft rooms!
Mid sleepers are less active than those who sleep in high beds and tend to have an easier ladder or staircase which is ideal for smaller children. 2ft 6 mid sleeper cabin bed are also equipped with impressive storage options like drawers, shelving and cube bookcases.
Space-Saving
Most children's bedrooms are tiny and maximising storage space is crucial. Cabin beds or mid sleepers are a great choice since they can provide plenty of storage and can also be a striking piece for the room. They are often beds have built-in furniture underneath such as shelves or drawers, allowing them to be used for a variety of things. Some of our cabin bed designs even include a sofa area underneath which is perfect to relax and read a book or having a sleepover party with friends.
We have a range of cabin beds with pull-out wardrobes, allowing your children to have access to a complete set of drawers. All of their books, clothes, and toys can be neatly put away. This will allow them more room to play. We also have a cool selection of both closed and open wardrobes to choose from, so they can make the style they prefer for their bedroom.
A children's mid-sleeper is different from a cabin bed, as they are elevated just a little bit higher off the ground and can come with or without stairs or a ladder. This is ideal for children who want to move from a single to a mid sleeper. It can give them an independence and security while allowing them to use the stairs. If you are looking for something a larger than a middle sleeper, take an look at our high sleeper alternatives.
We recommend that children are at minimum the age of 6 before they can use the top bunk of a high-sleeper and mid sleeper. However, it is important to review the specific product information pages because manufacturers might have their own safety guidelines. A fall from the top bunk of a cabin bed could also cause damage to the structure and injure your child.
Both mid sleeper and cabin beds are an excellent way to save space in your child's room and are able to be adapted as their needs change. They can easily be converted into a desk or seating space, or even a creative space. This will allow your child to keep their bedroom neat and tidy for when they are studying or playing.
Fun for All Ages
A cabin bed can take the fun of a bedroom for kids to a new level, offering both play and storage in a single space. These raised beds maximize the amount of floor space without making your children feel like they're living in a treehouse. They can be a lifesaver for families who have a small space.
Our collection of mid- and cabin beds includes models with the option of shelves, drawers or cabinets to help your kids keep their things neatly stored away. This will keep their bedroom neat and tidy by preventing them from dropping their toys on the floor or out of reach.
For children who want to be a bit more imaginative with their furniture, we have options that allow them to transform their bed into a den or even a secret hideaway. Some of our mid sleeper beds even have slides for a playful entry and exit.
Based on the needs of your child, you might also wish to think about a bed with an inbuilt desk or other storage solutions. Our mid sleeper collection includes desks with pull-outs ideal for children who want to work on their homework or require an area that is quiet to study or relax.
Both mid and cabin beds are ideal for children of all age groups, but they're especially suitable for 10-14 year olds. At this point, your kids have more responsibilities so might prefer the space beneath their mid sleeper bed for the study area or as an area to store notebooks and pens ready for school.
It's important to check the product's details to determine any safety guidelines. Manufacturers generally recommend a maximum of 6 years for a mid- or high-sleeper. Many children are ready for the cabin bed earlier particularly if it's designed with safety and challenge in mind. Some of our cabin beds for children include a mattress protector that will aid in protecting your investment.
It can be converted into a Single Bed
The appeal of many of the cabin beds and mid sleeper options we stock is that they can easily be converted into single beds. This is ideal when your child is outgrowing their bunk bed, or wishes to alter the arrangement of their bedroom. The ladder can be removed and replaced with a solid bed frame to give your child a fresh design in their bedroom as well as the best night's rest.
Many mid sleeper beds also provide plenty of storage solutions, helping keep your children's bedroom tidy and organized. It could be a pull-out desk with cubby storage, which is ideal for a study area or open shelves to store books and toys. Some models even feature fun play tents beneath which can be used for pretending or a relaxing space in a den.
Most of the time, they include a handy hook on shelf instead of a table for bed. This is a great spot to keep a lamp, book or if your child loves to read in bed. With some imagination, your kids can transform the space under their beds into a cozy place to read through the night!
However, it is important to remember that children should never jump off the bunk or high sleeper bed because it could harm the structure. Therefore, a bed in a cabin or a mid sleeper is the best option as it was designed with safety in mind. Typically, they have sturdy guardrails that can prevent any falls that could happen in the night.
We all are aware of the limited space in a child’s bedroom, which can lead to clothes and toys quickly getting out of hand. Many of the cabin beds and mid sleeper beds we offer come with storage options. Underbed drawers are great to store clothes and shoes, while cubby storage is a great way to store books, toys and trinkets. Some beds for mid-sleepers come with a pull-out desk which can be used as study areas and will keep your child's room neat and tidy.
Great for sleepovers
The space-saving cabin bed or a mid sleeper is not just ideal for when your child has guests over however, it can also serve as the perfect sleeping quarters when they have a sibling or cousin visiting at times. A lot of our cabin and mid sleeper beds are equipped with a wide variety of furniture options under them, including drawers, shelves, desks and more to ensure that the space beneath your kids' beds can be utilized in any way that they would like.
If your kids are keen on their creativity, they will love the fact that a lot of our mid and bunk beds have stylish tunnels or play tents that can be put under the bed, giving them a fun hideaway for reading or relaxing, and even sleepovers! Mid sleeper beds with pull-out desks are ideal for children who love to learn. They can do their assignments and then put the desk back into the bed when they're finished.
Another fun thing to do at a sleepover is to enjoy a gooey finger painting session. You can purchase a variety of different paints at most art stores, and let your little one's imaginations go wild. It's a great opportunity to spend some quality time together and will create fun keepsakes once their creations are dry.
You can also snap some funny pictures at an evening out with your friends by setting up a booth and encouraging them to dress up in their best outfits. Then you can choose the best pictures and print them off for everyone to keep.
You could arrange an event of a pillow battle with your children and their friends to make it a more lively and active activity. The rules are simple: each player is given an inflatable pillow and must strike their opponent as many times as they can without the pillow hitting them. This is an exciting and competitive game which will bring lots of laughter.
You can also enjoy the stars in a more peaceful way with your children and friends. Find a spot that has an unobstructed view of night sky and has no light pollution and get your friends to settle down with pillows and blankets before getting started. You can then take a look at the constellations and try to spot some of them or just take in the stunning view.