Clear and trackable delivery Real guarantees on every order Fast help when you need it
Villalta Home Co.
Wooden Tortoise House with Shelter, Run & Basking Area - Yellow
Wooden Tortoise House with Shelter, Run & Basking Area - image 1
Wooden Tortoise House with Shelter, Run & Basking Area - image 2
Wooden Tortoise House with Shelter, Run & Basking Area - image 3
Wooden Tortoise House with Shelter, Run & Basking Area - image 5
1/5

Wooden Tortoise House with Shelter, Run & Basking Area

Garden & outdoorsInstallation Basic
Fast delivery
Estimated delivery in 3 days

Select your variant

£103.28Dimensions: 900 x 550 x 200 mmWeight: 13.000 kg
Total price£103.28
Secure checkout
Tracked delivery
Email support

Quick purchase

£103.28

Wooden Tortoise House with Shelter, Run & Basking Area

Yellow

Buy with context

Fit, prep and delivery

Estimated delivery in 3 days with tracked fulfilment.

Best for

  • Gives tortoises the choice between a private hideaway and an open basking spot in one house.
  • Allows extra warmth to be added via a lamp when natural sunlight isn't enough.
  • Stays outdoors reliably thanks to the water-resistant paint finish.

What's included

  • Wooden Tortoise House (Hide Box & Basking Run)
  • Lamp Holder Support Frame
  • 2 x Lockable Lids

Availability and fulfilment

  • Available stock: 135 units
  • Ships to United Kingdom
  • Estimated delivery in 3 days
  • Package weight: 13 kg

Wooden Tortoise House with Shelter, Run & Basking Area

A wooden outdoor tortoise house split into two rooms, giving tortoises a private hideaway alongside an open basking run. A support frame allows a lamp to be positioned for extra warmth when natural sunlight isn't enough, and the whole house is finished in water-resistant paint so it can stay outdoors through the seasons. Two openable, lockable lids make cleaning straightforward without disturbing the whole structure. A practical shelter designed to give tortoises both privacy and a spot to bask.

  • Two-Room Layout: Separate hide box and basking run give tortoises the choice of privacy or sun.
  • Lamp Holder Support: Position a heat lamp above the run to top up warmth when needed.
  • Water-Resistant Paint: Finished to withstand life outdoors through changing weather.
  • Two Lockable Lids: Open easily for cleaning, then lock shut again afterwards.
  • Wooden Construction: A solid outdoor shelter built around tortoises' natural habits.

Two Rooms: A Private Retreat and a Basking Run

This wooden tortoise house is split into two distinct areas, giving tortoises a private, enclosed space to retreat to as well as an open run for basking. That layout reflects the way tortoises naturally alternate between hiding away and soaking up warmth, giving them the choice of both within one structure.

Finished for Life Outdoors

  • Built-in hide box and basking area: Two separate rooms for privacy and open basking.
  • Lamp holder support frame: Position a heat lamp above the run for extra warmth when needed.
  • Water-resistant paint finish: Built to withstand being kept outdoors.
  • Two lockable, openable lids: Simple access for cleaning without dismantling the house.

A wooden shelter designed around how tortoises actually like to spend their time — tucked away or out in the sun.

Key benefits

  • Two-Room Layout: Separate hide box and basking run give tortoises the choice of privacy or sun.
  • Lamp Holder Support: Position a heat lamp above the run to top up warmth when needed.
  • Water-Resistant Paint: Finished to withstand life outdoors through changing weather.
  • Two Lockable Lids: Open easily for cleaning, then lock shut again afterwards.
  • Wooden Construction: A solid outdoor shelter built around tortoises' natural habits.
  • Two-room hide and basking layout
  • Lamp holder support frame
  • Water-resistant paint finish
  • Two lockable cleaning lids
  • Built for outdoor use

Key specifications

Essential details for your purchase

Size, materials and availability at a glance

Dimensions
550 x 200 x 900
Package weight
13 kg
Estimated delivery time
3 days
Materials
Others
Packaging
Carton
Ships from
United Kingdom
Global inventory available
135 units

Details to help you decide

Description and experienceShow

Tortoises naturally divide their time between hiding away in a sheltered spot and basking out in the open, and this wooden house is built around exactly that pattern. Split into two rooms, it gives them a private area to retreat to alongside a run where they can bask, rather than forcing a single all-purpose space that serves neither need particularly well. Warmth is handled through a support frame designed to hold a lamp above the basking area, useful for topping up natural sunlight on cooler or overcast days. The whole house is finished in water-resistant paint, which is what allows it to be positioned outdoors through changing weather rather than needing to come inside at the first sign of rain. Day-to-day practicality hasn't been overlooked either: two lids open up for cleaning, and both can be locked shut afterwards, so maintaining the house doesn't mean pulling the whole structure apart every time. It's a straightforward wooden shelter built to give tortoises the choice between privacy and basking, in a house made to live outdoors long-term.

Guarantees, usage and supportShow

Technical review and performance

This is a wooden tortoise house built with two separate compartments — an enclosed hide box and an open basking run — and finished in a water-resistant paint intended for outdoor placement. A support frame allows a lamp to be positioned over the basking area, and two lids open independently, each able to be locked, for access and cleaning. No specific internal dimensions were provided by the supplier.

Expert take

The two-room layout is the strongest point here — giving tortoises both a private hide box and a separate basking run reflects genuine tortoise behaviour rather than just providing a single generic enclosure. The lamp holder support is a sensible practical addition too, since it means the house can be used through less sunny stretches of weather without needing a separate rig for a heat lamp. This suits owners looking for a semi-permanent outdoor shelter rather than an indoor tank setup, and the water-resistant paint backs up that outdoor use case. The two lockable lids are a genuinely useful detail for anyone who's dealt with an enclosure that's awkward to clean. As with most wooden outdoor structures at this level, exact internal dimensions aren't specified by the supplier, so it's worth checking your tortoise's size and your garden space before assuming a particular fit, and positioning it somewhere that gets a reasonable amount of natural light will make the most of the basking area.

Quick guides and tipsShow

Highlighted features

  • Two-room hide and basking layout
  • Lamp holder support frame
  • Water-resistant paint finish
  • Two lockable cleaning lids
  • Built for outdoor use

Key benefits

  • Gives tortoises the choice between a private hideaway and an open basking spot in one house.
  • Allows extra warmth to be added via a lamp when natural sunlight isn't enough.
  • Stays outdoors reliably thanks to the water-resistant paint finish.
  • Makes routine cleaning simple with two lids that open and lock independently.

Usage recommendations

  • Position the house so the basking run gets a reasonable amount of natural daylight.
  • Use the lamp holder frame to add supplementary warmth on cooler or overcast days.
  • Line the hide box area with suitable bedding to give a comfortable, private retreat space.

What's included

  • Wooden Tortoise House (Hide Box & Basking Run)
  • Lamp Holder Support Frame
  • 2 x Lockable Lids

Materials and composition

  • Wood (house frame)

Care recommendations

  • Clean out bedding and debris from both rooms regularly using the lockable lids for access.
  • Wipe down the water-resistant painted surfaces with a damp cloth; avoid harsh chemical cleaners.
  • Check the lid locks periodically to make sure they're closing securely after cleaning.

Reviews

Ratings

Customer reviews

There are no reviews for this product yet.

Write your review

Sign in to share your experience with this product.

Frequently asked questions

Can this stay outside all year round?
It's finished in water-resistant paint and designed for outdoor placement, though as with any outdoor shelter it's worth monitoring it through very harsh weather and checking your tortoise's specific care needs for the season.
Can I add a heat lamp?
Yes, there's a support frame designed to hold a lamp above the basking area, useful for topping up warmth when natural sunlight isn't enough.
How do I clean the house?
It has two openable lids, each of which can be locked, giving straightforward access for cleaning without needing to dismantle the whole structure.
Does it give my tortoise somewhere to hide as well as bask?
Yes, the house is split into two rooms: a built-in hide box for privacy and a separate basking area for open sun exposure.
What size tortoise is this suitable for?
Exact internal dimensions aren't specified by the manufacturer, so it's best to check the space against your tortoise's current and expected adult size before assuming a particular fit.

Pair it with

  • Fast delivery
2-Story Small Animal Cage Kit with Handle & Exercise Wheel

Home improvement

2-Story Small Animal Cage Kit with Handle & Exercise Wheel

£23.72Available
  • Fast delivery
400L/H Internal Filter for Aquariums and Fish Tanks

Home improvement

400L/H Internal Filter for Aquariums and Fish Tanks

£24.50Available
  • Fast delivery
4-in-1 Submersible Aquarium Filter and Oxygen Pump

Garden & outdoors

4-in-1 Submersible Aquarium Filter and Oxygen Pump

£14.44Available
  • Fast delivery
240V Submersible Pump for Water Features and Fountains

Home improvement

240V Submersible Pump for Water Features and Fountains

£20.34Available
  • Fast delivery
21-Piece Bird Toy Set for Budgies, Cockatiels & Parrots

Home improvement

21-Piece Bird Toy Set for Budgies, Cockatiels & Parrots

£15.30Available
  • Fast delivery
12-Panel Dog Playpen with Doors - 60cm High

Garden & outdoors

12-Panel Dog Playpen with Doors - 60cm High

£81.35Available
  • Fast delivery
2-Storey Outdoor Cat House With Stepped Climbing Platforms

Garden & outdoors

2-Storey Outdoor Cat House With Stepped Climbing Platforms

£103.80Available
  • Fast delivery
152cm Gothic Cat Tree with Coffin Bed

Home improvement

152cm Gothic Cat Tree with Coffin Bed

£67.76Available