Best set up for a small yard?

Hey folks.

I need to wrack your brains. As you know the gruesome twosome are staying with Maysie and Mike until the end of May this year, before coming home for a year and then going back again, if they behave themselvs!

The house is for sale, and we are having to down size to something considerably smaller, most likely with just a yard. There are pros and cons to this 1. It should be more bunny proof, as there will be no escapes, so they will have more space to free range when i can supervise BUT this means their setup will have to be smaller. Its likely I will have to sell the playhouse eventually. Im currently saving part of my student loan to be able to afford something perfect for them.

Anyway, Im just wondering if there is any particular setup that you would reccomend. Id like something good quality that is going to last their life time, but that is affordable. I have been looking at Ryedale stuff. They are fantastic quality and are sure to last, but they are a bit over my budget, as i would also like a holiday this year! A walk in run and 6ft hutch will cost in excess of £700 from there!!!

Anyway, Id like something that is easy to clean, that is off the ground but not too high for an older bunny. At 5, Marley isnt quite over the hill but Id like it to last his lifetime over if possible, and I also want it to be suitable for any problems that might arise in old age, such as arthritis...so no steep or dangerous ladders and nothing where he really has to exert himself to get somewhere safe and warm. Also, it needs to offer plenty of space, as although the yard will be safe, they have to share it with 3 dogs, so they cant all be out together and the buns will need enough space to keep themselves amused and active. For 2 small bunnies, they really make the most of having lots of space and are pretty bonkers.

Your thoughts would be much apreciated. It wont be for a while yet, as the final set up will depend very much on the area i have to work with in the new house....if we ever sell our current one!

I would hang on with your thoughts Sophia until you actually know what space you will have. for example if you have a walled courtyard then you can utilise the walls so you don't need 2 side panels. You don't know if you will have any outbuildings that could be utilised. And by May there may be something available that isn't on the market now or post easter you might spot something on offer.

I'm sure I could sort something out for you when the time comes