Top 5 Wooden Cot Beds For Sale

When you are looking to buy a cot-bed for your baby, there are plenty of things to take into consideration. If you choose the right one, you'll be able to ensure they're safe and comfortable through their first year.

Our top pick is this high-quality cot from Silver Cross, which we are awestruck by its sleek style and easy assembly. It also has a mattress base that adjusts by three height positions as your child grows.

1. Silver Cross Westport Cot Bed

This wooden cot bed offers an elegant design and sturdy construction that makes it a great choice for parents looking for nursery furniture. The cot bed has three heights that can be adjusted so it can grow along with your child. It is suitable for children from to the age of four. It also comes equipped with teething rails that our testers found extremely beneficial to protect the wood from the damage that is caused by growing teeth. There's also a useful built-in wardrobe that can be used to store clothes nappies, blankets, and other things.

The Coxley's classic white finish along with oak accents and chrome handles make it a chic but timeless piece that will fit into any nursery decor. It's a big cot that is larger than the majority and can be transformed to a toddler's bedroom. It also comes with a separate dressing table and changing table. Victoria is a mother of two boys aged three and eight says "I appreciate the clean lines on the Greenwich pieces. They are solid and secure for our little ones, and the matching dressing table makes the perfect space to store their clothes, diapers and bedding.

This classic, all-white cot from Silver Cross is easy to put together and is compatible with the standard cot mattress. It also has cast pewter handles that contrast. It is designed to last and can be transformed into a toddler's bed when the time is right. Compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit Mattress for the most comfortable sleep.

It's available in a variety of neutral shades that fit easily into any nursery decor, making it a fantastic option for both girls as well as boys. Our test subjects loved the fact that the cot bed wood is very simple to clean, and it's compatible the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress, that is perfectly fitted so there are no gaps around the sides.

2. Stokke Cot Bed

Created by Scandinavian brand Stokke, the Sleepi is a baby piece that grows with your child. From the age of birth to five years old, it expands and adapts to the changing needs of your baby. It starts out as a bassinette which can be adapted to become a cot with side rails and then to a junior bed (that's the model Charlie test with Seb).

The crib is built with wooden bars that are spaced apart to allow air circulation when your baby sleeps. This creates a peaceful sleep environment and ensures your baby enjoys a healthy slumber. Parents are awestruck by the curly edges that prevent sharp corners which, they say, helps babies feel secure and safe. The slatted design lets parents to monitor the baby from all angles, giving them peace-of-mind and confidence in their parenting abilities.

When your baby outgrows the crib bed You can take out the sides and transform it into a toddler bed, like we did with our son. This is a great way to avoid purchasing a new mattress, and also save space in the room to accommodate other furniture.

The cot bed is constructed of durable and sturdy beech wood that has a non-toxic finish, making it safe for your baby kid. It's a neutral colour scheme which is perfect for any space, as well being easy to clean. This cot isn't expensive, but its design and practicality mean it will last for many years and even be used by your next baby when you take care of it.

3. Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

The Snowdon is a stylish, classic sleigh-style bed with open slatted sides and teething rails that shield your child from curious hands and mouths. It's incredibly easy to put together and a great choice for those looking for an elegant design with a classic look that blends seamlessly into the other furniture in your nursery. Vicky was our test subject, and felt that the curved shape was better suited to smaller spaces than the other sleigh beds that we tested. Its three different height settings are ideal for newborns to toddlers. The large drawer beneath the bed offers plenty of storage space and has an easy pull-out mechanism that glides smoothly.

Once your baby is old enough to a junior bed, it converts easily by simply taking off the side rails and lowering the single cot bed teak wood's ends. You can then add a chic wardrobe for your junior bed to complete the look and provide your child plenty of storage space. It also comes with a Finest 140 x 70cm mattress that is made to fit perfectly and is 100 100% breathable for your baby's comfort.

This gorgeous crib is an excellent investment piece that will see your child from infancy to early toddler years. It's pricier over other cot beds that we've tried, but our test participant, Annie believes it's well worth the price given that it can be used for a long time to come. It's a chic, sleek design and features like teething rails, an under-drawer and solid wood cot bed wood construction that is incredibly sturdy. It is a little heavy, so keep that in mind when moving it yourself following installation.

4. Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This sleigh cot is the standout piece in the Obaby furniture Stamford range. It features a stunningly designed curved top which has been crafted by hand. It is available in a variety of finishes to suit any nursery and coordinates seamlessly with the rest of the Stamford collection. It's also very adaptable, and it can be transformed from cot into toddler bed by taking out both sides. Then, it can be converted to a sofa or daybed as your child grows older. It comes with a large storage drawer underneath teething rails, three adjustable height levels making it as functional as it is fashionable.

Parent test subject Beckie thinks this is a really well-designed cot that has the ability to grow with your child grows. Its sleigh design makes it a stunning focal point in any nursery and its eco-friendly acacia and radiata hardwood construction is of the highest standard. The slatted style is a great choice for smaller spaces as the gaps between the slats on this model are smaller.

It's not the cheapest, but the parent testers thought it was worth the price. It is built to last. It can be converted into a toddler's bed by taking off the rails on the sides, and later it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child is about four years old. And with a number of additional extras like the under-drawer, teething rails and 3 adjustable heights, it's an investment piece that will continue to grow with your baby for years to come.

The sleigh cot can be used with any cot mattress that is standard. It can also be purchased with the Stamford cot mattress with a dual sleeping surface. The fabric is super soft and breathable Tencel, which ensures your child stays cool and comfortable. The other side is made from polyurethane, which provides extra strength and resiliency. Both are safe and hypoallergenic as well as anti-fungal.

5. Mamas & Papas Franklin Cot Bed

The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot bed is a fantastic option if you are seeking a stylish cot that will grow along with your child. It is suitable for babies up to 4 years old, and can be turned into a cool daybed or a toddler bed. The base can be adjusted to two different heights to make it easier to reach your baby. You can also include an under-bed drawer to provide additional storage. It also passes the 'trampoline test', which means that it's safe to use by older children.

Our testers were awed by how easy it was to put together this cot. Our deputy editor said that it was "a breeze". It's also among the lightest flatpack cot beds available, making it much easier to move around the nursery. It's also packed in a sleek box that is easy to recycle once your child is no longer using it.

The cot has an insulated mattress. Our test subjects found this to be a great feature, as it keeps your baby's temperature in check for a longer. It's a good size too, with plenty of room for toys and bedding. Our test moms also loved that the cot has teething rails that provide added comfort.

For a complete nursery set, you can pair this cot with the matching Franklin Dresser and Franklin Wardrobe (available separately). This smart 2-in-1 range will see you through the early years by combining stylish design with smart storage solutions. It comes with a convertible daybed which can be used as a toddler's bed as well as a dresser, and a full-size closet with a large drawer. This is a great option for those who have smaller bedrooms, sloped roofs or want to save space.