We've seen pineapple-shaped ones. We've seen DIY ones made out of recycled wine bottles, orange peels, and dinner plates. We've even seen a Game of Thrones one fit for a mother of dragons (yes, really).
But we'll be the first to admit that we've never seen a birdhouse quite like this before. And we're smitten.
Sitting pretty at under a foot tall (and only $16, mind you), the delightful MorTime Wood Bird House is modeled to look exactly like a miniature country store—from its red-painted roof all the way down to its teeny-tiny pickle barrels. A true-to-life "feed and seed" sign helps keep things realistic, while bright whites and splashes of yellow are the perfect addition to its farmhouse appeal. All the better for attracting birds!
And don't let that little "till dusk" sign fool you, birds: This fun-sized general store's open 24/7.
The darling house is available over on Amazon, where it's garnered over 150 glowing reviews.
"It looks exactly as it does in the picture," reads one. "I opted to use it as a decorative accessory first inside and now outside. Several days after hanging out, birds flew into the house!"
But it's more than just super cute, of course—this tiny house is also made to last. Equally enthusiastic reviewers are quick to applaud its craftsmanship: "It is obvious a lot of thought went into the design of this house," another happy customer points out. "Between the ventilation, raised floor, easy access for cleaning, extra interior grip for fledglings, and the metal guard for the access hole...you couldn't find better quality for the price."
The only problem? A high-quality build, a low price tag, and all those extra features means that this birdhouse is not equipped for long-term rain exposure. If it does get hit with a serious storm, it's liable to weather much faster than most other feeders on the market.
Still, short lifespan and all, we can't imagine a more perfect gift for our favorite green thumbs—or a last-minute present, for that matter. The feeder ships fast from Amazon, and returns are free.
We're in business!