{"product_id":"the-coastline-cottage-birdhouse","title":"The “Coastline Cottage” Birdhouse","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"54\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Experience\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"56\" data-end=\"475\"\u003eThe “Coastline Cottage” Birdhouse brings the relaxed charm of a seaside retreat to your garden with creamy yellow siding, crisp white trim, a welcoming front porch, and a naturally finished pine-shingle roof. Inspired by the distinctive homes of Cape May, this decorative wooden birdhouse offers the architectural character of a coastal cottage while providing a functional nesting space for small cavity-nesting birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"871\"\u003eA 1.25-inch entrance opens into a deep, protected nesting chamber, while ventilation, drainage, an interior fledgling ladder, and rear cleanout access support healthier nesting conditions throughout the season. Its compact footprint makes it equally at home on a garden post, along a fence line, or displayed as an architectural accent on a stable surface. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eScientific Engineering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"926\"\u003eSmall-Bird Entrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 1.25-inch opening is suited to smaller cavity nesters while discouraging many larger competing species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003eProtected Nesting Chamber:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 5 x 6-inch interior provides a sheltered space away from direct exposure to the elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003eTemperature-Regulating Ventilation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A quarter-inch rear ventilation gap encourages airflow through the nesting cavity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eBuilt-In Drainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two openings in the base allow moisture to escape and help keep nesting material drier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003eFledgling Assistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interior mesh beneath the entrance gives developing birds a secure surface for climbing toward the opening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eSeasonal Cleanout Access:\u003c\/strong\u003e The removable rear panel simplifies nest removal and routine maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eKiln-Dried Hardwood Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wooden structure provides strength, warmth, and the detailed finish expected from an architectural birdhouse. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eBoutique \u0026amp; Conservation Values\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"2647\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003eCoastal Architectural Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pine shingles, gabled rooflines, faux windows, and detailed porch trim create the look of a miniature seaside home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003eFunctional Wildlife Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorative styling is paired with the ventilation, drainage, and cleanout features needed for responsible bird stewardship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2209\"\u003eBird-Safe Interior:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nesting chamber is left unpainted to avoid unnecessary coatings where birds and nestlings make direct contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2489\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2357\"\u003eNaturally Evolving Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoor exposure gradually weathers the wood and painted surfaces, giving the cottage a more established garden presence over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2647\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003eFlexible Garden Placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact scale works well in cottage gardens, porch landscapes, formal beds, and other carefully designed outdoor spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2649\" data-end=\"2669\"\u003eSteward’s Insight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2915\"\u003eMount the birdhouse where the entrance receives morning light but avoids intense afternoon sun and prevailing wind. Nearby shrubs or small trees can provide fledglings with valuable cover, but preserve a clear approach path around the entrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"3226\"\u003eThe painted exterior and natural pine roof will weather outdoors. To preserve the brighter coastal finish, apply a non-yellowing, marine-grade, UV-rated polyurethane to exterior surfaces only. Keep the entrance, ventilation gap, drainage openings, and interior untreated. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3228\" data-end=\"3245\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3247\" data-end=\"3900\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3247\" data-end=\"3305\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3249\" data-end=\"3272\"\u003eOverall Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 in. W x 9 in. D x 10.25 in. 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