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Handcrafted from solid cedar, this three-chamber habitat holds up to 200 bats. The natural finish reflects heat rather than storing it, keeping the chambers liveable through a hot summer while a full colony works your yard for insects every night.
Three chambers, up to 200 bats. Large colonies need depth and a temperature gradient. Three graduated chambers give bats somewhere cooler to retreat to as the day peaks, instead of one space that overheats.
Why natural cedar. Untreated cedar reflects more solar heat than a dark finish and insulates well, which suits regions with long hot summers. If your evenings run cool, the black finish retains warmth and is the better match.
Rough-sawn throughout. Every interior face is grooved so bats can climb and hang securely. A smooth interior is the most common reason a habitat stays empty — bats cannot grip it.
Ventilated and dry. Ventilation slots move air through all three chambers, which keeps interior temperatures survivable in peak heat and stops moisture collecting after rain.
Honest about timing. Bats scout new roosts in spring and take their time. Some habitats fill in year one, others in year two. Height, sun hours and proximity to water matter more than anything else you control — all three are covered below.
Handcrafted cedar, built to last. Arrives fully assembled with mounting hardware and the Bat Conservation International siting guide. No expertise required.
Full instructions are in the Bat Conservation International guide included with your bat house.
OUT IN THE #WILDYARD
A closer look at the bat habitat.
One-chamber bat houses are a popular choice for smaller gardens and yards. If you have limited space, a one-chamber bat house is a great choice because it won't take up too much room. However, if you have a larger property, you may want to consider a 2-chamber or 3-chamber bat house, which can provide more space for bats to roost.
One of the main advantages of a two-chamber bat house is that it can accommodate more bats than a one-chamber bat house, making it a great option for larger properties or those looking to attract more bats. The additional space also provides a more comfortable environment for bats to roost and raise their young.
Three-chamber bat houses offer several key advantages over one- and two-chamber designs. They provide more space for larger colonies, support better temperature regulation throughout the year, and encourage social bonding among bats, which can enhance pest control. Built from durable, high-quality materials, these bat houses are a long-lasting and practical choice for any bat enthusiast.
WHY CHOOSE BIG BAT BOX?
Expert-certified, climate-ready, and loved by bats, owls & bees — WildYard wins. ✅
Big Bat Box vs Competitors
| Feature | Big Bat Box / WildYard | Competitors |
|---|---|---|
| Certified by bat-conservation experts | ✔ MTBC certified; “Bat-Conservation Approved”. | ✖ Not certified, often ignores conservation guidelines. |
| Contribution to conservation | ✔ 1% for the Planet → global conservation support. | ✖ No contribution. Profit-only. |
| Bat-friendly interior design | ✔ Scored wood, no mesh, natural grip. | ⚠ Mesh/smooth interiors = low occupancy or injury. |
| Materials & build quality | ✔ Cedar / premium wood. Weather-resistant. | ✖ Thin pine, staples, leaks/rot common. |
| Climate / region adaptability | ✔ Multiple chamber / colour options by climate. | ⚠ One-size; poor heat stability. |
| Value vs quality | ✔ Fair pricing + high quality = real value. | ⚠ Cheap upfront, costly long-term. |
| Reputation / reviews | ✔ Strong verified reviews; bats actually move in. | ❓ Few reviews; low occupancy common. |
Installation Guide
You can download the installation guide by clicking the button below.
Size affects both capacity and climate control. A 2-chamber bat house can host around 50–75 bats and suits smaller yards or bachelor colonies. Larger 3- or 4-chamber bat houses can hold several hundred bats, including maternity groups, and they retain heat more evenly—important in regions with wide temperature swings.
Too small can limit success, but too big is rarely a problem. If you have space and sun exposure, choosing a larger house gives you the best long-term results.
The best bat house color depends on your local climate. Darker colors, like black or dark brown, absorb more heat and work well in cooler regions with mild summers. Medium shades, such as natural wood or mid-tone brown, suit temperate areas. Light colors, like cedar or tan, reflect sunlight and are best in hot climates where summers regularly exceed 95°F (35°C). The goal is to keep the bat house interior within the preferred range of 80–104°F (27–40°C).
For example in the US:
If you’re unsure, it’s usually better to go a bit darker, especially in areas with cooler nights.
The capacity depends on size and placement. A 2-chamber bat house may host 50–75 bats, while larger 3- or 4-chamber houses can support several hundred, including maternity colonies.
Since bats cluster for warmth, providing enough roosting space helps them thrive. If you’re unsure which size to pick, it’s generally better to go larger—too big is rarely a problem, while a box that’s too small can limit colony growth and reduce long-term success.
Some bat houses attract residents within a few weeks, but on average it takes 2–6 months. Larger houses can take up to two years to host a colony.
Location is key: place the box near water, in an open, sunny area, and at the correct height (15–20 feet / 4.5–6 meters). Bigger houses often fill more quickly once discovered, since they offer multiple roosting options. If in doubt, choosing a larger model improves your chances of attracting and retaining bats.
Yes—bats are highly effective insect predators. A single bat eats thousands of mosquitoes and crop pests each night, making them natural, chemical-free pest control. Unlike insecticides, which can harm pollinators and other wildlife, bats target insects while supporting biodiversity.
Installing a bat box reduces pests and helps conserve bat populations, many of which are at risk from habitat loss. Larger bat houses also encourage bigger colonies, which means more effective pest control for your property.
Amazing, we have Bats!! Took about 8 months and I about gave up but here we are! Had to take back the space from wasps a few times but finally won. Do your homework because these boxes need to be facing the right way and giving the bats access to water is important. We used a bird bath. Don’t give up just be patient and they will find your bat hotel. Good luck!
I put it up in my backyard unprotected a couple years ago and it still looks new. No bats, though.
Sturdy and can't wait for my bats to find it. It came with some damage (pictured) but I'm keeping it because I hate to waste AND when it's up high on my garage it's not noticeable. But still, bit of a bummer to receive damaged goods.
Put these houses east or south facing and plant native night blooming flowers nearby for happy bats 🥰 they love morning sun.
I was thinking about making one of these but for this price and the quality your just better off buying it pre made. I unfortunately have not been able to hang it yet but that's coming as soon as the snow melts! Comes with everything you need to hang it and the material/finish it spot on. You can't go wrong!
Well built, easy to install, will update when bats come.
Update:
6 weeks after installing I counted 14 bats in the house last evening. They come out pretty quick so it is hard to get a shot of them.
A reminder if you are planning in installing a bat house, the house must be facing East or West to work.
Great purchase, great build, great fun!
I hung this box in June 2022 after looking online for the best recommended bat box. I hung it on top of a flag pole facing south.
I never had any evidence of bats, but was giving them time. Everything I read said it can take a couple years for them to find it, and to try other locations after waiting.
This year (two years after hanging it), the woodpeckers found it. I just pulled it down with the intention of adding metal plates, but it just doesn't look like it is worth it with how much it's weathered, in addition to the woodpecker damage. I don't know if I'm supposed to take it down every year and repaint?
I could not be happier with this bat house. The first thing we noticed was the wonderful cedar smell as soon as we opened the box. The box is so well built and sturdy. The instructions were easy to read and install. We had to modify where the hardware had to be placed since we have a family of squirrels living right above where the box was placed. Every night for the past 3 years we’ve watched bats come out at dusk to get the bugs for the night. Nothing makes my family happier than to know we might have our own place for the bats soon!! Thanks for making this product for both us and the bats…
We were having our roof replaced. We had bats living in a space between the porch roof and house roof. The porch roof was being ripped off. A pest control expert recommended these houses, to give them somewhere to move to. I put it on the south facing wall of our house, a sunny location. I bought bat phermone/urine scent, and sprayed it and hung it up. Bats were living in it the next day (we could see their little bat poops on a white strip at the bottom of the wall under the bat-house). They seem to like it, so it's a win/win. We live in a forrest with lots of mosquitos, so we are glad the bats continue to be part of our yard's ecosystem. It was relatively easy to hang, strongly recommend.
Photo: The black bat house, on our south facing wall. Above it is an older bat house, that was never occupied. I think that's because it was too light colored, and we hung it too high up under the roof ledge; it was often in shade, and probably too cold for the bats. So we got the black house (to attract more heat) and hung it a little further down to get more sun.
We had bats in our attic. I mounted this thing before I sealed up their hole (after they left at night). A year later they seem to be returning and moving into their new house.
This was a challenge!
Box was fine, though a bit more roof protection ie tin or shi gle would have been nice.
Very well built.
Came with hardware to mount to a hoise, i would suggest adding hardware to mount to a pole as well.
After getting surprised by bats under our deck 1 morning. I started googling and decided to put 1 on a tree away from the house. Said its certified, but not the same as the internet says. Cedar is the key, but this is hard to tell. Also there are no vents, it maybe too hott in Ga. Mounting, brackets is our biggest complaint. I saw some with a hole in the bottom so we decided to drill 2 and use ext screws with washers to secure. Wood is thin so be careful not to overtighten. The L bracket will rust, paint is already coming off and its shiny. The screws are long so be careful where u put them, could injure a bat inside. We had to bend them for the tree. We live on lake so we have bugs! Now we wait to see if Dracula comes. Hope this works.
Right out of box noticed a crack across the top of box. Little disappointed for the price I paid. Other than that it is built better than other bat boxes that I have purchased.
Good product I like that it’s made out of cedar one recommendation is the screws are a little small other than that. Looks like a good product. Can’t wait for it to fill up with bats.
We just installed this bat house on a 20’ post, along with an older bat house that has had previous inhabitants. The new bat box from Amazon is great! Fantastic quality and easy to install. Hoping the bats find it soon.
Got your bat nursery , erected in April, saw my first bats exiting it last evening. Attractive product, well-built and easy to install. The bats and I are pleased. Onward and upward!
Not a big deal because I have a drill, but mine had no pre drilled holes. Feels well built though. And smells good.
Hoping to get some natural mosquito control by adding a bat house… I researched a long time and decided on this box and I’m glad I did.
Sturdy, well made high quality bat box! Super easy to install, looks cool too!!
I expected small and it’s smaller than I thought. Arrived well put together. Went right from the box to the tree. I appreciate the built in hanging hardware on the back. Now we wait for the bats.
Put this up a month or so ago to replace an old bat box that the roof had lifted on after a hurricane rolled through last year.
Looks like they are enjoying it thoroughly. There’s so many in there that they don’t care about how many it says it holds. Haha.
New to the bat world, so I purchased the BIGBATHOUSE because of all the good reviews. This is a solid built bat house made out of cedar wood. Now I am waiting for the bats to show up and give me their review!
Seems like a nice bat house, but I wish the method of mounting had been more clear. They send L brackets to attach to the outside of the bat house and the structure. Not very aesthetically pleasing to see the brackets. We figured out a different way.
Amazing, we have Bats!! Took about 8 months and I about gave up but here we are! Had to take back the space from wasps a few times but finally won. Do your homework because these boxes need to be facing the right way and giving the bats access to water is important. We used a bird bath. Don’t give up just be patient and they will find your bat hotel. Good luck!
I put it up in my backyard unprotected a couple years ago and it still looks new. No bats, though.
Sturdy and can't wait for my bats to find it. It came with some damage (pictured) but I'm keeping it because I hate to waste AND when it's up high on my garage it's not noticeable. But still, bit of a bummer to receive damaged goods.
Put these houses east or south facing and plant native night blooming flowers nearby for happy bats 🥰 they love morning sun.
I was thinking about making one of these but for this price and the quality your just better off buying it pre made. I unfortunately have not been able to hang it yet but that's coming as soon as the snow melts! Comes with everything you need to hang it and the material/finish it spot on. You can't go wrong!
Well built, easy to install, will update when bats come.
Update:
6 weeks after installing I counted 14 bats in the house last evening. They come out pretty quick so it is hard to get a shot of them.
A reminder if you are planning in installing a bat house, the house must be facing East or West to work.
Great purchase, great build, great fun!
I hung this box in June 2022 after looking online for the best recommended bat box. I hung it on top of a flag pole facing south.
I never had any evidence of bats, but was giving them time. Everything I read said it can take a couple years for them to find it, and to try other locations after waiting.
This year (two years after hanging it), the woodpeckers found it. I just pulled it down with the intention of adding metal plates, but it just doesn't look like it is worth it with how much it's weathered, in addition to the woodpecker damage. I don't know if I'm supposed to take it down every year and repaint?
I could not be happier with this bat house. The first thing we noticed was the wonderful cedar smell as soon as we opened the box. The box is so well built and sturdy. The instructions were easy to read and install. We had to modify where the hardware had to be placed since we have a family of squirrels living right above where the box was placed. Every night for the past 3 years we’ve watched bats come out at dusk to get the bugs for the night. Nothing makes my family happier than to know we might have our own place for the bats soon!! Thanks for making this product for both us and the bats…
We were having our roof replaced. We had bats living in a space between the porch roof and house roof. The porch roof was being ripped off. A pest control expert recommended these houses, to give them somewhere to move to. I put it on the south facing wall of our house, a sunny location. I bought bat phermone/urine scent, and sprayed it and hung it up. Bats were living in it the next day (we could see their little bat poops on a white strip at the bottom of the wall under the bat-house). They seem to like it, so it's a win/win. We live in a forrest with lots of mosquitos, so we are glad the bats continue to be part of our yard's ecosystem. It was relatively easy to hang, strongly recommend.
Photo: The black bat house, on our south facing wall. Above it is an older bat house, that was never occupied. I think that's because it was too light colored, and we hung it too high up under the roof ledge; it was often in shade, and probably too cold for the bats. So we got the black house (to attract more heat) and hung it a little further down to get more sun.
We had bats in our attic. I mounted this thing before I sealed up their hole (after they left at night). A year later they seem to be returning and moving into their new house.
This was a challenge!
Box was fine, though a bit more roof protection ie tin or shi gle would have been nice.
Very well built.
Came with hardware to mount to a hoise, i would suggest adding hardware to mount to a pole as well.
After getting surprised by bats under our deck 1 morning. I started googling and decided to put 1 on a tree away from the house. Said its certified, but not the same as the internet says. Cedar is the key, but this is hard to tell. Also there are no vents, it maybe too hott in Ga. Mounting, brackets is our biggest complaint. I saw some with a hole in the bottom so we decided to drill 2 and use ext screws with washers to secure. Wood is thin so be careful not to overtighten. The L bracket will rust, paint is already coming off and its shiny. The screws are long so be careful where u put them, could injure a bat inside. We had to bend them for the tree. We live on lake so we have bugs! Now we wait to see if Dracula comes. Hope this works.
Right out of box noticed a crack across the top of box. Little disappointed for the price I paid. Other than that it is built better than other bat boxes that I have purchased.
Good product I like that it’s made out of cedar one recommendation is the screws are a little small other than that. Looks like a good product. Can’t wait for it to fill up with bats.
We just installed this bat house on a 20’ post, along with an older bat house that has had previous inhabitants. The new bat box from Amazon is great! Fantastic quality and easy to install. Hoping the bats find it soon.
Got your bat nursery , erected in April, saw my first bats exiting it last evening. Attractive product, well-built and easy to install. The bats and I are pleased. Onward and upward!
Not a big deal because I have a drill, but mine had no pre drilled holes. Feels well built though. And smells good.
Hoping to get some natural mosquito control by adding a bat house… I researched a long time and decided on this box and I’m glad I did.
Sturdy, well made high quality bat box! Super easy to install, looks cool too!!
I expected small and it’s smaller than I thought. Arrived well put together. Went right from the box to the tree. I appreciate the built in hanging hardware on the back. Now we wait for the bats.
Put this up a month or so ago to replace an old bat box that the roof had lifted on after a hurricane rolled through last year.
Looks like they are enjoying it thoroughly. There’s so many in there that they don’t care about how many it says it holds. Haha.
New to the bat world, so I purchased the BIGBATHOUSE because of all the good reviews. This is a solid built bat house made out of cedar wood. Now I am waiting for the bats to show up and give me their review!
Seems like a nice bat house, but I wish the method of mounting had been more clear. They send L brackets to attach to the outside of the bat house and the structure. Not very aesthetically pleasing to see the brackets. We figured out a different way.
Amazing, we have Bats!! Took about 8 months and I about gave up but here we are! Had to take back the space from wasps a few times but finally won. Do your homework because these boxes need to be facing the right way and giving the bats access to water is important. We used a bird bath. Don’t give up just be patient and they will find your bat hotel. Good luck!
I put it up in my backyard unprotected a couple years ago and it still looks new. No bats, though.
Sturdy and can't wait for my bats to find it. It came with some damage (pictured) but I'm keeping it because I hate to waste AND when it's up high on my garage it's not noticeable. But still, bit of a bummer to receive damaged goods.
Put these houses east or south facing and plant native night blooming flowers nearby for happy bats 🥰 they love morning sun.
I was thinking about making one of these but for this price and the quality your just better off buying it pre made. I unfortunately have not been able to hang it yet but that's coming as soon as the snow melts! Comes with everything you need to hang it and the material/finish it spot on. You can't go wrong!
Well built, easy to install, will update when bats come.
Update:
6 weeks after installing I counted 14 bats in the house last evening. They come out pretty quick so it is hard to get a shot of them.
A reminder if you are planning in installing a bat house, the house must be facing East or West to work.
Great purchase, great build, great fun!
I hung this box in June 2022 after looking online for the best recommended bat box. I hung it on top of a flag pole facing south.
I never had any evidence of bats, but was giving them time. Everything I read said it can take a couple years for them to find it, and to try other locations after waiting.
This year (two years after hanging it), the woodpeckers found it. I just pulled it down with the intention of adding metal plates, but it just doesn't look like it is worth it with how much it's weathered, in addition to the woodpecker damage. I don't know if I'm supposed to take it down every year and repaint?
I could not be happier with this bat house. The first thing we noticed was the wonderful cedar smell as soon as we opened the box. The box is so well built and sturdy. The instructions were easy to read and install. We had to modify where the hardware had to be placed since we have a family of squirrels living right above where the box was placed. Every night for the past 3 years we’ve watched bats come out at dusk to get the bugs for the night. Nothing makes my family happier than to know we might have our own place for the bats soon!! Thanks for making this product for both us and the bats…
We were having our roof replaced. We had bats living in a space between the porch roof and house roof. The porch roof was being ripped off. A pest control expert recommended these houses, to give them somewhere to move to. I put it on the south facing wall of our house, a sunny location. I bought bat phermone/urine scent, and sprayed it and hung it up. Bats were living in it the next day (we could see their little bat poops on a white strip at the bottom of the wall under the bat-house). They seem to like it, so it's a win/win. We live in a forrest with lots of mosquitos, so we are glad the bats continue to be part of our yard's ecosystem. It was relatively easy to hang, strongly recommend.
Photo: The black bat house, on our south facing wall. Above it is an older bat house, that was never occupied. I think that's because it was too light colored, and we hung it too high up under the roof ledge; it was often in shade, and probably too cold for the bats. So we got the black house (to attract more heat) and hung it a little further down to get more sun.
We had bats in our attic. I mounted this thing before I sealed up their hole (after they left at night). A year later they seem to be returning and moving into their new house.
This was a challenge!
Box was fine, though a bit more roof protection ie tin or shi gle would have been nice.
Very well built.
Came with hardware to mount to a hoise, i would suggest adding hardware to mount to a pole as well.
After getting surprised by bats under our deck 1 morning. I started googling and decided to put 1 on a tree away from the house. Said its certified, but not the same as the internet says. Cedar is the key, but this is hard to tell. Also there are no vents, it maybe too hott in Ga. Mounting, brackets is our biggest complaint. I saw some with a hole in the bottom so we decided to drill 2 and use ext screws with washers to secure. Wood is thin so be careful not to overtighten. The L bracket will rust, paint is already coming off and its shiny. The screws are long so be careful where u put them, could injure a bat inside. We had to bend them for the tree. We live on lake so we have bugs! Now we wait to see if Dracula comes. Hope this works.
Right out of box noticed a crack across the top of box. Little disappointed for the price I paid. Other than that it is built better than other bat boxes that I have purchased.
Good product I like that it’s made out of cedar one recommendation is the screws are a little small other than that. Looks like a good product. Can’t wait for it to fill up with bats.
We just installed this bat house on a 20’ post, along with an older bat house that has had previous inhabitants. The new bat box from Amazon is great! Fantastic quality and easy to install. Hoping the bats find it soon.
Got your bat nursery , erected in April, saw my first bats exiting it last evening. Attractive product, well-built and easy to install. The bats and I are pleased. Onward and upward!
Not a big deal because I have a drill, but mine had no pre drilled holes. Feels well built though. And smells good.
Hoping to get some natural mosquito control by adding a bat house… I researched a long time and decided on this box and I’m glad I did.
Sturdy, well made high quality bat box! Super easy to install, looks cool too!!
I expected small and it’s smaller than I thought. Arrived well put together. Went right from the box to the tree. I appreciate the built in hanging hardware on the back. Now we wait for the bats.
Put this up a month or so ago to replace an old bat box that the roof had lifted on after a hurricane rolled through last year.
Looks like they are enjoying it thoroughly. There’s so many in there that they don’t care about how many it says it holds. Haha.
New to the bat world, so I purchased the BIGBATHOUSE because of all the good reviews. This is a solid built bat house made out of cedar wood. Now I am waiting for the bats to show up and give me their review!
Seems like a nice bat house, but I wish the method of mounting had been more clear. They send L brackets to attach to the outside of the bat house and the structure. Not very aesthetically pleasing to see the brackets. We figured out a different way.
