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Lakewood Wooden Playset Residential Wood Playset

Ratings & Reviews for Backyard Discovery Lakewood Wooden Playset Residential Wood Playset

4.2
206
Review
 4.2 out of 5
206 Reviews


80% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

This swing set received mixed reviews. Positives include easy assembly, clear instructions, and child-friendly features like a ladder with flat steps. However, many customers reported quality issues, such as splintering, cracking, and warping of the wood. Some received damaged or ill-fitting parts, leading to a frustrating assembly process. There were also concerns about the long-term durability and stability of the swing set, with some noting it started creaking or shifting after limited use. Overall, the swing set may be suitable for families with young children, but potential buyers should be aware of the reported quality and longevity problems.

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206 Customer Reviews

Perfect design for kids!

Would Recommend

We are so happy with the Fall River swing set! The ropes instead of chains on the swings are much easier on my kids' hands and the ladder is sturdy and easy for little feet to navigate without getting stuck. The materials seem to be of good quality and the instructions made assembly clear and easy. My kids love the two levels of the fort, especially the windows and snack bar! Overall, the set is the perfect size and functions well in our back yard. We look forward to playing on this play set ...

June 8, 2026

From backyarddiscovery.com

Great Fun!

Would Recommend

We love this set! It was easy to assemble with instructions and help (and fun too as it was a group effort), and fits great in our backyard. Everything is secure and durable. Ready for summer play and fun!

June 6, 2026

From backyarddiscovery.com

Lakewood

The Lakewood was my first build ever. it took me a week by myself with a helper to assemble the frame and swing beam. I noticed that I needed both the manual and the video to complete the project. there were a few instances where the wood pieces in various places were not oriented correctly and had to be switched. My granddaughters just love it and I am happy with my purchase. I have a few suggestions that would help other novice builders. please add the hardware product references to the printe...

May 23, 2026

From BILT

So many play options in 1

Would Recommend

Really solid swing set. Using the BILT app to put together is a must, it really made the process that much easier. Our kids love the whole swing set but especially the little house and bench which provides a ton of different play in 1 structure. So happy we got this!

October 18, 2025

From backyarddiscovery.com

Easy to install overall.

none at this time.

July 22, 2025

From BILT

Love it!!

Would Recommend

My kids (1,3,5) all love this swing set!! We love the house and bench feature. The flat steps on the ladder make it so that my 1 year old can easily climb on his own! It was easy to build- the instructions in the app were great!

June 25, 2025

From backyarddiscovery.com

Easy to install

May 3, 2025
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Response from BYDSales

Thank you for your 5 star review! We're happy to hear that you found ease in the installation process. If you need any further assistance, please...

BYDSalesMay 4, 2025

BackyardDiscovery

Horrible!

Would Not Recommend

Definitely not worth the money! Parts don’t line up, wood is cracked and it’s not sturdy at all. It creaks and wobbles with my 2 year grandbaby on it I can’t imagine more than 1 small child playing on it. Haven’t had it a year and the door fell off.

March 5, 2025
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Response from BYDSales

Terribly sorry for the issues you are having, this is not the experience we want for any of our customers. Please reach out to us so we can work on a...

BYDSalesMarch 5, 2025

BackyardDiscovery

Good but needed work

Would Recommend

I bought this a month ago. My husband and I put it together ourselves and ran into a few hiccups. A few of the boards didn’t line up to the holes, so we had to buy new lumber and drill the holes ourselves. We still have to replace the wood for the bench because it doesn’t even line up to the seat ends. The nails would be at the bare tip.

January 2, 2025

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Response from Customer Advocate

We apologize for the inconvenience you have had with your new unit. You are backed by a 5 year warranty and we can get any parts replaced and sent out...

Customer AdvocateJanuary 2, 2025

Good directions just some bad pieces

Would Not Recommend

Assembly directions were good. Would be better if the number of the part had a color description would of saved some time looking at pieces. Had 3 or more pieces get serious splits and or cracks. Good amount of money was spent to purchase this set for my daughter and had some of the main pieces damaged was bad.

December 26, 2024

From backyarddiscovery.com

Response from Customer Advocate

We apologize for the inconvenience Wes. You are backed by a 5 year warranty, so please reach out to us at 1800-856-4445 and we can get any replacement...

Customer AdvocateDecember 26, 2024

Great Playset!

Would Recommend

I bought this for my 2 year old granddaughter for her 3rd birthday. The variety of things to play on (slide, two swings, grab bar, fort, sandbox) is great. She loves going from one thing to the next. She really likes to play she is a chef cooking up pizza, burgers, etc. while I sit on the bench at the window of the sandbox. The set is not real big and is only rated for 150 lbs however she will enjoy it for several years and she will have a little brother next year to play with and I'm sure h...

August 18, 2024

From backyarddiscovery.com

Holes don’t match !!

The holes don’t match up, making your own holes is a pain. Takes way longer than 5 hours like it says but it is nice when it’s done.

May 9, 2024
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Hi there.
Assembly can be tedious. We are so sorry you had some issues with holes lining up. Please reach out to us at 800-856-4445 should yo...

BYDSalesMay 9, 2024

BackyardDiscovery

CHEAP MATERIALS!!! Don't waste your money!

Would Not Recommend

This was a lot of money for the quality and size and the fact that everything including the slide had to be put together. I do not believe this set can support a 10 year old as it states ages up to 10.

May 6, 2024
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Response from BYDSales

We are sorry you are not having the customer experience we expect with our products. Not to worry as your set comes with a warranty and we will work ...

BYDSalesMay 7, 2024

BackyardDiscovery

Very nice swing set playhouse

Would Recommend

Arrived very quickly three days after purchase. Two people assembled in 6 1/2 to 7 hours with cordless tools, relaxed pace not stressing out. The app for cell phone was nice to have the instructions and 3d images of each step. Also included were detailed paper instructions.

March 20, 2024
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We are glad you had a good experience. Enjoy your new playset! ...</p

BYDSalesMarch 21, 2024

BackyardDiscovery

years of fun

Would Recommend

arrived on time in 3 well packed boxes. easy to read instructions however it took 2 adults 8 hours to complete. very sturdy. kids LOVE it

February 7, 2024
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Response from BYDSales

Thank you for leaving a review! We hope you enjoy your new unit!

BYDSalesFebruary 7, 2024

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