Give your rabbit a beautiful home under the stars with one of the best outdoor rabbit hutches. These outdoor structures can offer your rabbit a comfortable and safe space to spend their time in, whether they’re resting, eating, or playing. There are a few things to consider when buying a hutch though.
Unlike the best indoor rabbit hutches, outdoor bunny homes need to be able to stand up to mother nature. You’ll want to look for a durable, weatherproof hutch that will keep them dry in the rain, while offering shelter on sunny days. A good mix of exposed and covered areas is vital to achieve this, and it also gives your bunny somewhere to hide when they’re looking to relax.
You also want to make sure you get a hutch that’s large enough for your rabbit, or rabbits if you have multiple – as rabbits have large space requirements. You want to avoid overcrowding, and with larger bunnies you’ll need a hutch with higher ceilings and long paths to hop down.
And most importantly, as our expert vet Dr Rebecca MacMillan puts it, “a hutch is never enough”. You’ll need to offer them larger areas to explore and exercise along with – and ideally attached to – the hutch. You can look at our guide to the best rabbit runs for some examples. Throw a few of the best rabbit toys in there and you’re well on your way to giving your bunny everything they need to live a happy and fulfilled life.
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Best overall outdoor rabbit hutch
This classic rabbit hutch design has everything your bunnies need, with a waterproof roof, an enclosed upper floor for them to sleep in, and plenty of room for them to explore, with a modular design if you need even more space.
Best outdoor rabbit hutch for multiple rabbits
This 7.5ft long hutch is ideal for housing multiple rabbits, with long run sections for them to play in, an enclosed raised area for sleeping and multiple removable trays for easy cleaning. It’s also built with durable, weatherproof materials and looks great.
Best budget outdoor rabbit hutch
This medium-sized hutch offers tremendous value for money, with all the features of more expensive models. Dual-level design, removable trays for cleaning, multiple doors and a removable cage roof for easy access, and it’s on wheels so you can easily move it to new locations.
Best compact outdoor rabbit hutch
This colorful rabbit hutch (also available in more muted options) is ideal for smaller bunnies in gardens where space is at a premium. The dual-level design maximizes floorspace, and the floorless bottom means they can enjoy a natural grass environment.
Best outdoor rabbit hutch for big gardens
Another large hutch for multiple rabbits, but this time with a floorless bottom allowing you to take advantage of large grassy gardens. You bunnies can enjoy a natural floor, while also using the dual ramps to access their upper sleeping area.
Best two-story outdoor rabbit hutch
This two-story hutch offers a lot more privacy and protection from the elements than most hutches, and it’s super easy to maintain. It also has a compatible playpen (sold separately) for the complete outdoor bunny enclosure experience.
The best outdoor rabbit hutches 2024
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Best overall outdoor rabbit hutch
Aivituvin are one of the big names when it comes to rabbit hutches, and this mid-range, mid-sized outdoor hutch is our top pick of their range for most people. It’s suitable for two smaller or medium sized bunnies, though we’d say get one of their larger models if your fluffy friends are on the larger side.
Or, you can utilize the party trick of this rabbit hutch and attach multiple together thanks to the nifty modular design. Because there are doors on the side of the hutch, they can be lined up and joined together to make huge bunny retreats.
There are a mixture of exposed and hidden areas for your bunny to choose from, with a shallow ramp up to the second level. The main frame is made from wood, and the asphalt roof is waterproof and should keep your little hoppers dry when the weather turns, and the pull-out tray makes cleaning out the hutch a breeze.
Best large outdoor rabbit hutch
If you’re looking for a larger outdoor hutch for your rabbits, whether it’s because you’ve got multiple smaller bunnies or a few hefty hoppers, then this 7.5ft long rabbit mansion is our top recommendation.
It’s constructed from durable materials with a solid fir wood frame, steel wire and a waterproof asphalt roof to keep your bunnies safe and secure in all weathers. It has a second floor sheltered area to give your rabbits some privacy, and then a huge open area below for them to hop around in.
Both the upper and lower levels have removable trays for easy cleaning, and it comes in two color options – light gray or white – so you can match it to your garden’s decor. It’s not cheap, but you’re getting an awful lot of bang for your buck.
Best budget outdoor rabbit hutch
Some of the larger rabbit enclosures out there can get rather pricey, but this mid-sized hutch from Petscosset offers great value for money. At 57” in length, it’s long enough that bunnies have some room to hop about, and the ramp up to the second level maximizes space within its footprint.
Despite the very reasonable price tag, there is no skimping on features. You get three pull out trays for hassle-free cleaning, and the whole hutch is on wheels so you can move it to different locations with ease.
There is also a discreet “organic glass” window that you can slide open to have a look inside the fully enclosed section at the top, giving your bunnies the privacy they need while still letting you check in on them. Some users have noted it’s a pain to put together though.
Best compact outdoor rabbit hutch
If you’re short on space, or only have one or two pint-sized rabbits to shelter then this adorable compact bunny hutch from Pawhut ticks all the boxes. It’s only 4ft long, but it maximizes space with a second level accessible via a ramp.
We love the colorful designs and cute styling – it looks like a little bunny treehouse. You can choose the wood paneling in either light blue, brown, or dark gray to suit your tastes. It’s also a floorless cage, which is a positive or negative depending on your situation. If you have a nice grassy garden to put the cage in, your bunnies will appreciate the connection to nature. If it’s going on a wooden deck or concrete patio though, you’ll need a floor mat and other padding to keep your bunnies comfortable.
The compact size means it’s only suitable for one normal sized rabbit or two tiny bunnies, so if your bunny colony is any bigger than that, look elsewhere. It’s also quite pricey given the smaller size, but that's the price of a high quality build.
Best outdoor rabbit hutch for big gardens
This large rabbit hutch is perfect for rabbit owners with a big garden, both because it’s quite large, measuring in at 83” across, but also because of the bottomless design that makes it ideally suited for grassy environments. We think it has quite a unique rustic charm with the orange wood and green asphalt roof.
There is a pullout tray on the raised section to make cleaning easier, and four different doors that can be unlocked to give you access to your bunnies, wherever they choose to hang out.
The floorless cage is either a blessing or a curse depending on where you’re putting this hutch, so we’d only recommend this if you have somewhere grassy in mind. It is also constructed from pine wood, which isn’t quite as durable as the fir wood that many others on our list are made from. Some users in reviews did note that they had durability concerns, so that’s something to consider.
Best indoor and outdoor rabbit hutch
If you’re looking for a hybrid rabbit hutch that you can use indoors or outdoors, then we love this portable option from Aivituvin. It has wheels on the base for easier transport, and the durable wooden frame and water-resistant hinged roof mean it can be used outside even when the weather turns a bit wet and windy.
It’s not the biggest hutch out there, but there are compatible add-ons sold by Aivituvin which add a large open playpen to the front of the hutch. You can leave these attached all the time, or just bring them out when it’s bunny playtime to save space.
Like most Aivituvin hutches, it has pull-out trays for easy cleaning. The viewing opportunities aren’t the best though, thanks to the thick mesh and chunky wooden frame. Ideal for shy bunnies, but not if you want to see them often. It’s also too small for big bunnies, especially if they like to stretch their legs and hop about their hutch.
How to choose the best rabbit hutch for you and your pets
When looking to buy a rabbit hutch, it’s important to consider your rabbit’s welfare first and foremost. They need to have enough space to live comfortably as if it were their natural habitat. This includes being able to gnaw, burrow, stretch, and run.
Having a hutch that allows your rabbit to stand on their hind legs is a good indicator that it’s a comfortable living space for them, and even if the hutch doesn’t have a small run, you can purchase a separate rabbit run to ensure they get their daily exercise (see: best rabbit runs).
It's also important to consider space and where you want to put your rabbit hutch. If you want it outside in the garden, then ensure you choose the best place for it where it will be out of the wind and rain, and as far away from potential predators as possible. This means not near a fence or gate, and ideally up against a wall for a little bit of extra shelter.
If purchasing a rabbit hutch made from timber, check whether it has been treated first and consider that it may need extra treatments between seasons to protect it from the elements and prolong its lifespan. For those who are limited when it comes to space and budget, a small single hutch is an option, but ensure you provide your rabbit with extra stimulation, such as a run and some of the best rabbit toys.
How big should an outdoor rabbit hutch be?
We spoke to expert vet Rebecca MacMillan about the ideal size for a rabbit hutch, and the answer wasn’t as straightforward as we expected.
“Although most outdoor rabbits have a hutch as a cozy space to sleep in, they must also have free access to a secure larger exercise area. Your rabbit should be able to use the larger space for play, running, and jumping at any time of day or night” explains MacMillan.
With regards to the hutch itself, MacMillan says it “must be a minimum of minimum of 1.8 meters by 0.6m by 0.6m [2ft x 2ft] in height to allow the rabbit to move around comfortably inside it. Your rabbit should be able to lie stretched out, take a few hops within their hutch, and ideally stand up on their hind legs.”
As for the extra playspace for your bunnies, Dr MacMillan recommends that this space should be attached to, or surround the rabbit’s hutch and should be “a minimum of 3m long by 2m wide, with a height of at least 1m”. This will ensure that they have enough room to exercise and “display natural behaviors”.
Finally, MacMillan emphasizes that these measurements given are the minimum, but bigger is always better. The more space your rabbits have to play, the happier they’ll be.
Dr. Rebecca MacMillan is a companion animal vet with over 13 years of experience treating and looking after pets. She graduated from the UK Royal Veterinary college in 2009, and has worked in several practices over the years. Rebecca is also an experienced writer, using her veterinary background to offer expert opinion and advice.
