Gazebo birdhouses are simply hexagonal or octagonal birdhouses, usually with multiple rooms on the inside. They’re popular because they look great and they can be very roomy on the inside, which makes them attractive to birds as well. Some people just like them because they have a classic birdhouse look.
Most gazebo birdhouses are handmade specialty items, not mass-produced. That’s another part of their appeal- when you buy one, you know you’re buying something truly unique and supporting a small business.
As with any birdhouse, you’ll want to make sure that you place yours in a good location and at the proper height, or you won’t see any birds moving in. Some birds like open spaces, others like to be surrounded by trees or brush. Some like to be on a post while others prefer a house hanging below a branch. Be sure to know which species you want to attract before you place your birdhouse. It’s also best to erect the birdhouse in late summer or early fall so the birds have plenty of time to locate it before the next breeding season begins.
Once you have that figured out, it’s time to select your birdhouse. We’ve put together a list of the 7 best gazebo birdhouses we think you should consider putting in your yard. Check out the list below.
7 of the best custom-made gazebo birdhouses
Here are some great gazebo birdhouses for you to consider. As these are usually handmade, Etsy is the best place to find them, although there are a couple of Amazon listings to choose from as well.
1. Ivory and green handcrafted large gazebo birdhouse
Seller: AmishHomeOutdoor
Features & specifications
- Measurements: 24″H x 20″W
- Rooms: 8
- Materials: Recycled polyethylene
- Shape: Octagon
- Colors: Ivory and green
- Comes with 4×4 post mount
- Handmade by Amish artisans
This large octagonal birdhouse is handmade by Amish artisans from recycled polyethylene. It has a green roof and trim with ivory walls, and eight rooms. The interior is colored green as well, although it’s a darker shade than the exterior walls.
The post is not included, so you’re able to decide for yourself what color that will be. Ivory is fine, although many people prefer to paint it green. With eight rooms this birdhouse has plenty of room to attract a crowd, and before long it’ll seem like your backyard is swarming with birds.
2. All white poly large gazebo birdhouse
Seller: AmishHomeOutdoor
Features & specifications
- Measurements: 24″H x 20″W
- Rooms: 8
- Materials: Recycled polyethylene
- Shape: Octagon
- Color: White
- Comes with 4×4 post mount
- Handmade by Amish Artisans
- Multiple color choices for interior walls
This is essentially the exact same model as the first birdhouse on this list, but the aesthetics are different. This one has a clean, pure white color on the exterior and the option for white, gray, burgundy, clay, ivory, or cedar colors on the interior walls.
The solid white exterior adds a bit more elegance to the look of the finished product. One thing to be aware of is that the 4×4 post mount that’s included may give you some difficulty if you don’t also order your 4×4 post from Amish Home Outdoor. It doesn’t seem to be a common problem but a handful of customers have complained that t