Growing up I had a wooden play house and all the fun furniture to go with it. It was great! I have so many fond memories of the play house. I definetly plan on buying one or building one for DC's. I think in another year or so.

Right now price of wood is super high due to Katrina and the lack of wood to supply New Orleans rebuilding. So you may find some costs are higher than usual.

I personally think you should go for it. I live in Texas too but figured out a solution. I am going to buy and install large sails to hang over the house to provide some shade so the kiddos can play outside in it during the summer. Well see how that works out.

Nancy