Product Reviews and Ratings - Birdhouses - Window Nest Box from Gardener's Supply Company

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(based on 26 ratings)

Located in: Yard & Landscaping, Backyard Birding, Birdhouses

From gathering twigs, to laying eggs, and finally the chicks hatching, you can observe the whole nesting process right outside your window with this handcrafted nest box. It has suction cups that attach easily to any window, and a 1-1/2" opening that suits most song birds. Handmade in Maine by an environmentally ethical company that pays attention to details like proper ventilation and drainage.

A fun family activity!

Observe birds nesting from the comfort of your living room.

Great for teaching kids about "the birds and the bees."

Attaches easily to any window with 3 suction cups.

White pine wood is naturally weather-resistant.

More information for the Window Nest Box

Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

3.8 stars

(based on 26 reviews)

80% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Attractive(8), Attracts the right animals(10), Durable(11), Easy to clean(13), Easy to set up(18)

Cons:

Unstable(3)

Best Uses:

Fall(3), Spring(18), Summer(13), Winter(3), Year round(3)

Describe Yourself:

Budget shopper(5), Midrange shopper(17), Practical(5)

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Doesn't stick!

By Alyssia, nature momma from Afton, VA on 1/26/2011

Cons:

Difficult to attach, Unstable

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

Great idea but... I cleaned all dirt off the window, used alcohol where it would be placed and stuck the suction cups to it. Several birds checked it out but thank goodness none of them called it home. Every 2 or 3 days, it would fall from the window. Can you imagine if eggs or worse, babies were in there?! Id feel aweful! I'm going to add a wire or string to attach it to the top of the window sill. Just don't trust that it's secure with only the suction cups.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Can't wait for Spring to watch the actio

By Paul

from Lynchburg Virginia on 1/13/2011

Pros:

Attractive, Attracts The Right Animals, Durable, Easy To Clean, Easy To Set Up

Best Uses:

Spring, Summer

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

love this addition to our birdhouses

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

window next box

By nan

from iowa on 1/12/2011

Pros:

Attractive, Durable, Easy To Clean, Easy To Set Up

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

Anxious to try it out in the spring

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Outstanding Entertainment

By Ed the Birder

from Goshen, NY on 1/2/2011

Pros:

Attracts The Right Animals, Easy To Set Up, Simple to install

Best Uses:

Spring

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

The nest box will be a simple way to attract birds and view the goings on every Spring.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Window nest ox

By Judy

from Wynnewood PA on 12/21/2010

Cons:

For use on lower floor, Needed to be hidden, Not as advertised, Two way glass

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

I had expected something that was lighter and could be used in my apartment window and that would have one way glass so the birds wouldn't be frightened by our presence

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Inexpensive entertainment!

By Sherry

from Southern New Hampshire on 12/8/2010

Pros:

Attractive, Easy To Clean, Easy To Set Up

Best Uses:

Spring, Summer, Year Round

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

This gift was purchased for my mother-in-law who is in-house most of her days.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Window Box

By Lon

from Kittanning, PA on 2/18/2010

Pros:

Attractive, Attracts The Right Animals, Easy To Clean, Easy To Set Up

Cons:

Not weather proof

Best Uses:

Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Year Round

Describe Yourself:

Budget Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

Love the idea, makes a great gift for bird lovers who have a quiet window that won't be disturbed. Concerned that it may not stick to the window once occupied.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

I lliked shopping gardener's supply

By Chewy

from Upper Peninsula of Michigan on 1/15/2010

Pros:

Attracts The Right Animals

Best Uses:

Spring, Summer

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

Just started to use.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

I can depend on Garden Supply

By raskelc

from Austin, Texas on 1/15/2010

Pros:

Attractive

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

I bought this item as a Christmas present for my step mother after the items and the back up items were sold out. I was nervous but she loved it!
I will let you know how it works in the Spring.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

My son was very happy with it

By the bird lover

from akron, ohio on 1/12/2010

Pros:

Easy To Clean, Easy To Set Up

Best Uses:

Year Round

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

This was a gift

[0 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

gave as gifts -- everyone loves them!

By pat the gardener

from benton, ar on 12/30/2009

Pros:

Attractive, Easy To Clean, Easy To Set Up

Best Uses:

Spring, Summer

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

looks nice - waiting for spring and birds

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

get close up to wildlife

By skellogg30

from Allegany, NY on 12/30/2009

Pros:

Attractive, Attracts The Right Animals, Durable, Easy To Clean, Easy To Set Up

Best Uses:

Spring, Summer

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

Get a close up "bird's eye" view of nature at its best. A good learning experience for any age. Watch the development of these birds from hatching to leaving the nest.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

nobody home

By sarabt

from new jersey on 7/15/2009

Pros:

Attractive, Easy To Set Up

Cons:

Did not attract any birds

Best Uses:

Spring

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

We hung this up outside my son's bedroom window. We kept the shade down to not disturb, but not 1 bird seemed interested in it. They nested nearby. Will try another location next year, but very disappointing.

[1 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

A real life experience for bird lovers

By Bob

from Lawrenceville, Ga on 2/20/2009

Pros:

Attracts The Right Animals, Durable, Easy To Clean, Easy To Set Up, Squirrel Proof

Best Uses:

Spring

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

A wonderful tool for seeing nature at work. The birth and nuturing of the the young is a great learning experience for the young and older.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Haven't put it up yet, but...

By jrf

from Hendersonville, NC on 1/5/2009

Pros:

Easy To Clean

Best Uses:

Spring

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Comments about Window Nest Box:

I bought this for my husband for Christmas as I was intrigued with the picture in the catalog. It appears to be well made, and it is nailed and not stapled. We will definitely paint it to help preserve it, as we have with the six boxes we have made. We hang rather heavy stained glass suncatchers on our windows, so I don't anticipate the problem another reviewer had with the suction cups failing. Also, be aware that the directions say that nesting birds "need their privacy." They suggest keeping "the shade drawn" or putting a "dark piece of paper" on the inside of the window EXCEPT when viewing. So, if we unintentionally startle them, will they abandon the nest? Time will tell.

[0 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Can't wait for Spring

By BA

from Morganton, NC on 1/4/2009

Pros:

Durable, Easy To Set Up

Best Uses:

Fall, On The Patio, Spring, Summer, Winter

Describe Yourself:

Budget Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

Quality is excellent - we can't wait for Spring to watch all the action!

Window Nest Box

By Doe the bird watcher.

from Carrollton, Texas on 1/3/2009

Pros:

Attracts The Right Animals, Durable, Easy To Set Up, Squirrel Proof

Cons:

Difficult To Clean

Best Uses:

Attach to window, Spring, Summer

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

(1) For viewing nesting birds & babies.
(2) Fun to observe parents teaching babies.
(3) Unable to remove a section of bird house for cleaning purposes.

Exactly as pictured

By Kristina

from St. Louis, Mo on 12/29/2008

Pros:

Durable, Easy To Set Up

Best Uses:

Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter

Describe Yourself:

Budget Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

I loved how solid this item is. I wish it had a weatherproof finish already on it. I would definately purchase this item again.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Waiting for Spring!

By Papa & Mimi in the forest

from Van TX USA on 12/20/2008

Pros:

Attracts The Right Animals, Durable, Easy To Clean, Easy To Set Up, Squirrel Proof

Best Uses:

Spring, Summer

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

We purchased 10 of the window nest birdhouses for Christmas gifts to our daughters and grandchildren and their families for Christmas (and one for ourselves). They are wrapped and under the tree and we can hardly wait for them to be opened! We are anxious for Spring to get here so we can enjoy them.

We couldn't wait to see one 'in person' so we opened one. It is VERY well made and very sturdy so we believe there will be many years of enjoying watching the eggs hatch without having to worry about little ones getting too close as they peered into a nest.

Thank you for a great idea.

[0 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

would do it again

By t

from fort worth on 12/5/2008

Pros:

Easy To Set Up

Describe Yourself:

Budget Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

cool idea

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Bird watchers dream

By Barb701

from NW Pennsylvania on 11/25/2008

Pros:

Attracts The Right Animals, Durable, Easy To Clean, Easy To Set Up

Best Uses:

Spring, Summer

Describe Yourself:

Midrange Shopper

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

Can't wait to observe nesting birds this spring. I bought one of these for myself and a friend and I'm thrilled with it.

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Window Nest Box will not stick

By Dover

from Austin, Texas on 7/31/2008

Pros:

Excellent Idea

Cons:

Unstable, Won't stick to window

Best Uses:

Spring, Summer

Describe Yourself:

Practical

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

Nice idea but, I couldn't keep this stuck to any window very long.

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Great idea but not practical

By Summer - rayne

from Greenfield, MA on 7/10/2008

Cons:

Unstable

Best Uses:

Spring, Summer

Describe Yourself:

Practical

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

The product is a great idea...but the suction cups don't stay secured to the window....so the birdhouse fell to the ground when a bird was trying to build a nest...If the company could improve the product to keep it secured to the window I would give it four stars....its a great educational project for children and its also great for bird lovers who would enjoy watching birds hatch, grow and leave the nest....but the product needs to stay on the window.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Awesome idea

By Bekki

from Philadelphia, PA on 7/9/2008

Pros:

Attracts The Right Animals, Durable, Easy To Clean, Easy To Set Up, Squirrel Proof

Best Uses:

Spring

Describe Yourself:

Practical

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

This is a great gift for kids!!

[0 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Excellent Christmas Gift

By jfn

from canton oh on 7/9/2008

Pros:

Easy To Clean, Easy To Set Up

Best Uses:

On The Patio

Describe Yourself:

Practical

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

Fun watching nature happen!

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Waiting for my babies!

By Janet

from College Park, MD on 7/7/2008

Pros:

Durable, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Versatile

Best Uses:

Garden, Lawn, Patio

Describe Yourself:

Bargain Hunter, Practical

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Window Nest Box:

We have it hanging on a window near area that isn't busy but no one has moved in yet! I'm waiting! It will be wonderful to show the kids if anyone moves in!

Customer Reviews about the Window Nest Box at Gardener's Supply Company