7 of The Best Children’s Beds

Whether you’re hunting for the best bunk beds for children or on the lookout for a teepee bed or quirky London bus for your little one to bed down in, check out our round-up of the best children’s beds to buy now. Sweet dreams are (almost) guaranteed.

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Things To Think About

What Size Children’s Bed Should You Go For?

Pick a bed that can grow with them. If they’re a newborn, instead of a cot, try a cot-bed that you can use at multiple heights and configurations to save you changing after a year or less. A cot-bed will last until they’re a toddler. As soon as they’ve outgrown their toddler bed, consider opting for a single that will last them a number of years. Bunk beds or captain’s bunk styles might be good space savers depending on the size of their room.

Save Space

Speaking of space savers, opting for beds with extra storage is usually a good idea to help keep kids’ rooms clear and clutter-free. Divans or ottoman with under-bed storage are great for throwing toys or linens underneath, or higher framed beds that you can slide boxes or baskets of toys underneath work well, too.

Statement Style

There’s nothing wrong with leaning into your child’s interests and opting for a themed or statement style, just think about how long they’ll love it for, and whether you can adapt it if they suddenly change their mind. If you really want something special, you can always go bespoke and build the beds of your children’s dreams.

Best Luxury Children’s Beds

• Best Space Saver: Simba Portobello Bed, £1,299
• Best Treehouse Bed: Midsleeper Jungle Treehouse Bed, £599
• Best Bespoke Bed: Ventura Design
• Cosiest Children’s Bed: Bobby Rabbit Side House Bed, £269
• Best Sleigh Bed: Dragons of Walton Street Single Sleigh Bed, £5,925
• Best Nursery Furniture Set: Obaby Stamford 3 Piece Nursery Set, £1000
• The Ultimate Splurge: Fantasy Hot Air Balloon Bed, £28,430

Read more about the beds below. 

Simba Portobello Bed, £1,299

A divan with drawers or an ottoman bed with space underneath will help keep your kids’ rooms clutter-free. There are plenty of stylish options on the market (that you would happily transition to guest room furniture if the kids tired of them), but our pick is this Portobello Bed by Simba. The Peacock Green or Midnight Blue velvet options are

Midsleeper Jungle Treehouse Bed, £599

Perhaps the answer for modern families who live in London and don’t have a garden – this treehouse bed is (arguably) better than a real treehouse. A night in this bed is a night of adventure.

Ventura Design

If you’re going all out, perhaps it’s worth bringing in a designer to help you complete the nursery or bedroom of your little ones’ dreams? Having worked on nurseries for the likes of Millie Mackintosh and Vogue Williams, interior design firm and bespoke furniture manufacturer Ventura Design, founded by Arlene McIntyre, has built a reputation for designing the coolest and most creative children’s bedrooms around. You can find their showroom at the Design Centre Chelsea Harbour. ventura.ie

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Bobby Rabbit Side House Bed, £269

Bobby Rabbit’s Side House bed truly is a blank canvas (or perhaps more accurately, a blank frame) to get creative with. Drape its natural or white-painted frame in bunting, fairylights or flowers. With its narrow dimensions, it saves space and comes with the option of an under bed trundle mattress for sleepovers.

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Dragons of Walton Street Single Sleigh Bed, £5,925

This hand-painted wooden sleigh bed is a true work of art. You can add under-bed storage, and the bed can be decorated with the design of your (or your child’s) choice. We predict this bed will stay in the family for many generations…

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Obaby Stamford 3 Piece Nursery Set, £1000

This complete three-piece nursery furniture set has everything your little one needs for a full set-up. We love the classic sleigh cot bed with matching drawers and wardrobe.

Fantasy Hot Air Balloon Bed, £28,430

Up, up and away! How incredible is this Cuckooland Fantasy Hot Air Balloon Bed? Sweet dreams guaranteed. Inspired by Disney’s ‘Up’, this beautiful bed is made to order.