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product_id: 71050762
title: "Homestead Essentials Compact Style 2 Compartment, Forward Rollout & Rollaway, Hen & Chicken Nesting Box with Protective Egg Laying Collection Lids"
brand: "homestead essentials"
price: "€ 265.85"
currency: EUR
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/71050762-homestead-essentials-compact-style-2-compartment-forward-rollout-and-rollaway
store_origin: HR
region: Croatia
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# Fits up to 5 medium-large hens per compartment Rollout trays protect eggs from damage Galvanized steel durability Homestead Essentials Compact Style 2 Compartment, Forward Rollout & Rollaway, Hen & Chicken Nesting Box with Protective Egg Laying Collection Lids

**Brand:** homestead essentials
**Price:** € 265.85
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🥚 Elevate your coop game with egg-cellent protection and style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Homestead Essentials Compact Style 2 Compartment, Forward Rollout & Rollaway, Hen & Chicken Nesting Box with Protective Egg Laying Collection Lids by homestead essentials
- **How much does it cost?** € 265.85 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/71050762-homestead-essentials-compact-style-2-compartment-forward-rollout-and-rollaway)

## Best For

- homestead essentials enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted homestead essentials brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Endure:** Galvanized steel frame ensures long-lasting stability and rust resistance for years of reliable use.
- • **Spacious Hen Comfort:** Two roomy compartments comfortably house up to 10 medium to large hens, promoting stress-free egg laying.
- • **Egg-Safe Rollout Design:** Innovative forward rollout trays gently cradle eggs, preventing pecking and breakage until collection.
- • **Protective Collection Lids:** Secure lids shield eggs from dirt and damage, keeping your harvest pristine and ready to impress.
- • **Effortless Assembly & Maintenance:** Designed for quick setup and easy cleaning, so you spend less time fussing and more time enjoying fresh eggs.

## Overview

This Compact Style 2 Compartment Hen & Chicken Nesting Box, crafted from durable galvanized steel, offers a spacious and secure environment for up to 10 medium to large hens. Featuring innovative forward rollout trays and protective lids, it ensures eggs remain clean, safe, and intact until collection. Designed for outdoor use with easy assembly, it combines functionality with lasting quality, making it a must-have for modern poultry keepers.

## Description

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Review: Works great - Ive had several different roll out nest boxes. This is the 2nd one of these I've bought. They're easy to built, the roll out angle is just enough for the eggs to roll out but not enough that the chickens don't like them, the part the eggs end up in is deep enough that the persistent egg eaters can't get to the eggs (at least my little demon can't) and they're easy to hang. I do put a perch in front of them because the chickens seem to like something to perch on before stepping into the box. They would sit on the lid to the roll out if I didn't have the perch, but having the perch seems to help keep them from pooping on the lids.
Review: Zip tie the rollout trays to the box to avoid hens working the trays loose - Overall good design. I installed the box in a pen with 4-month-old pullets to familiarize them with the box before they start laying. They like to take turns jumping on and then off the green lid over the egg trap. All of the rattling works the rollout tray loose from the metal tab holding it in. By late afternoon every day, one or both rollout trays are on the ground. A simple and inexpensive solution is to zip tie the rollout tray to the back of the box. I used an 8-inch zip tie in the photo. A 12-inch would be better and easier to install. I will need to cut and replace the ties in order to remove the trays for cleaning.

## Features

- Designed to Last: Made from galvanized steel creating a durable and stable structure.
- Chicken Accommodations: Designed to fit medium to large hens comfortably. Each compartment will accommodate up to 5 hens.
- Optimal Egg Laying Environment: Comfortable compartments provide a private, safe and shelter laying area for your hens with plenty of room to relax.
- Rollout / Roll Away Nesting Box Trays: A unique design which encourages precious eggs to gently roll forward underneath the secure, protective lid preventing pecking, breaks and damages. Eggs will remain intact until you are ready to collect.
- Protective Egg Collection Lid: Shields eggs from breaks, pecking, dirt and keeps them clean and intact until you are ready to collect.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07CX33392 |
| Additional Features | Easy Assembly |
| Best Sellers Rank | #439,714 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #2,920 in Poultry Habitat Supplies |
| Brand | Homestead Essentials |
| Brand Name | Homestead Essentials |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Color | Green |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 167 Reviews |
| Dog Breed Size | Large |
| Included Components | Nesting Box |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 21"L x 19.5"W x 19.5"H |
| Item Weight | 10.7 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Homestead Essentials |
| Material | Metal |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Number of Levels | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 21"L x 19.5"W x 19.5"H |
| Special Feature | Easy Assembly |
| Specific Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Target Species | Hens |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Homestead Essentials
- **Product Dimensions:** 21"L x 19.5"W x 19.5"H
- **Material:** Metal
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Outdoor
- **Special Feature:** Easy Assembly

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Do these require any padding or nesting material?  If so, what is used that will not prevent the egg from rolling?**
A: If they have a choice between one w a little straw and one without they prefer the one with.  After a habit is developed it doesn't matter much.  There is about a 2 in lip in front to retain the eggs.

**Q: We have lots of wild chickens running around. Is there a way to attract them to this?**
A: Yes you can meel worms.  Sprinkle on the ground in the areas you usually see them.  Then next day sprinkle closer and closer to the nesting boxes.  They are curious so the may only look at it for several days but eventually the will start resting then nesting in the boxes.  Keep sparkling a few meel worms to keep them coming.  Eventually they will stick around, even recognize you are bringing the treats and come running

**Q: What is the measurement between the back of the box and the perches when they are fully extended? TIA**
A: The nesting box measures 13" from the back of the box to front of the box frame and 21" total from the back of the box to the front of the perch/lid.

**Q: Is this leak/water proof? Does it need to be sheltered?**
A: The box it's self doesn't leak but it does have vents on the sides and the front and back are both open. So rain will get in. I recommend you putting this under some type of shelter ,yes.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great
*by K***R on May 6, 2025*

Ive had several different roll out nest boxes. This is the 2nd one of these I've bought. They're easy to built, the roll out angle is just enough for the eggs to roll out but not enough that the chickens don't like them, the part the eggs end up in is deep enough that the persistent egg eaters can't get to the eggs (at least my little demon can't) and they're easy to hang. I do put a perch in front of them because the chickens seem to like something to perch on before stepping into the box. They would sit on the lid to the roll out if I didn't have the perch, but having the perch seems to help keep them from pooping on the lids.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Zip tie the rollout trays to the box to avoid hens working the trays loose
*by T***Y on July 5, 2025*

Overall good design. I installed the box in a pen with 4-month-old pullets to familiarize them with the box before they start laying. They like to take turns jumping on and then off the green lid over the egg trap. All of the rattling works the rollout tray loose from the metal tab holding it in. By late afternoon every day, one or both rollout trays are on the ground. A simple and inexpensive solution is to zip tie the rollout tray to the back of the box. I used an 8-inch zip tie in the photo. A 12-inch would be better and easier to install. I will need to cut and replace the ties in order to remove the trays for cleaning.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great chicken box
*by C***E on November 16, 2020*

I LOVE this egg box! It was easy to assemble and the removable trays are a cinch and I clean quickly. I really like the slanted top. Our old box had a flat top and our chickens got up there a lot and made a mess. The slanted trays in the bottom not only clean we but really do allow the eggs to roll away from the chickens and under the covered area so they can't peck the eggs. It took the chickens about a week to get used to this new box, but they have been happily laying in it since!

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*Last updated: 2026-04-26*