Purple Martin House 16 Room (S&K Barn Birdhouse)

Host a thriving purple martin colony with the S&K Purple Martin Barn, 16 Room Birdhouse. This charming red barn-style martin house offers 16 compartments for colony nesting, with starling-resistant crescent entrances, ventilated doors and landing rails on every level. It is made in the USA and designed for serious martin landlords.

Why You’ll Love This Purple Martin House

• 16 rooms for a colony: Each 6 x 6 x 6 inch compartment offers ample nesting space.
• Convertible layout: Combine rooms into fewer, larger compartments if desired.
• Starling-resistant entrances: Crescent-shaped openings help keep starlings out.
• Ventilated doors: Promote airflow and comfort in summer heat.
• Protective overhangs and drainage: Help keep nests dry.
• Landing and take-off rails: On every level for easy access.
• Made in the USA.

Product Details

• Brand: S&K
• Rooms: 16 (convertible)
• Room size: 6 W x 6 D x 6 H inches
• Overall dimensions: 19.5 L x 18.5 W x 21 H inches
• Entrance opening: 3 inches wide x 1.125 inches high (crescent)
• Mounting: Pole mount (pole sold separately)
• Material: Plastic
• Assembly: Required
• Country of origin: USA

Purple Martin Tips

Location

Mount the house 12 to 20 feet high in an open area at least 30 to 40 feet from trees and within about 100 feet of your home.

Timing

Open the house just before martins arrive in spring, and keep entrances closed until then to prevent sparrows and starlings from moving in.

Management

Use a telescoping pole so you can lower the house for weekly nest checks and remove any non-native nesters.

Thoughtfully Selected by Rustic Feathers™

Few backyard experiences match a busy martin colony. Rustic Feathers™ offers this American-made barn house to help you start or expand yours.