Top 5 Wooden Cot Beds For Sale

There's a lot to consider when buying a cot bed for your baby. With the right choice you'll be able ensure they're safe and comfortable throughout their first few years.

Our top pick is this cot that is top-quality from Silver Cross, which we are awestruck by its sleek style and simple assembly. It comes with a mattress that can be adjusted to three different heights as your child grows.

1. Silver Cross Westport Cot Bed

This cot made of wood comes with timeless design and solid structure that makes it an ideal option for parents who are looking for furniture for their nursery. The cot has three easily adjustable heights for the base, which means it will grow with your child's age and is suitable from four years old. It also comes with teething rails, which our test subjects found to be excellent at securing the wood from the damage caused by growing babies' teeth. It also has a built-in wardrobe to keep blankets, clothing and nappies.

The Coxley's timeless design, its classic white and wooden cot bed finish and oak accents make it a stylish piece that can be incorporated into any nursery decor. It is a large cot, larger than most, that can be converted into a toddler's room. It also comes with a separate dressing table as well as a changing table. Victoria, mum of two boys, aged three and eight, says: "I love the clean lines of the Greenwich pieces. They are extremely solid and secure for our toddlers and the matching dresser/changing table is the perfect place to store their clothes nappies, bedding and other items."

This classic all-white cot mattress from Silver Cross has an easy-to-assemble design that is compatible with standard mattresses for cots and has contrasted cast pewter handles. It's designed to last from birth and can be transformed into a toddler bed when the appropriate time comes, and is compatible with the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress for the most comfortable and secure sleep.

It's available in a range of neutral shades that fit seamlessly into any nursery, making it an excellent option for both girls as well as boys. Our testers were impressed that the cot is easy to clean and it's compatible the Silver Cross TrueFit mattress, which is perfect for the cot, to ensure there are no gaps on the sides.

2. Stokke Cot Bed

The Sleepi was designed by Scandinavian brand Stokke created by Stokke, a brand from Scandinavia, the Sleepi is a baby piece that grows with your child. From newborn to five years old it can be expanded and adapted to the changing needs of your baby. It begins as a bassinette that can be converted into an cot (with side rails) and later it becomes a junior bed.

The crib features spaced wooden cot bed and mattress bars which let air flow in while your baby sleeps. This creates a peaceful sleep environment for your baby, and aids them to rest well. Parents love the curved edges which stop sharp corners and helps babies feel secure and secure. The slatted design enables parents to keep an eye on the baby from all angles which gives them peace of mind and confidence in their parenting skills.

The cot can be converted into a bed for toddlers by taking the sides off. We did this with our son. This is a great way to avoid the cost of purchasing a new bed and frees up space in the bedroom for other furniture or toys.

The cot bed comes with a durable, strong beechwood finish that is non-toxic. This ensures it is safe for you and your baby. It has a lovely neutral colour scheme which is perfect for any room, as well being easy to clean. This cot isn't cheap, but its quality and function mean that it will last you for a long time, and could even be used by your next child if you look after it.

3. Ickle Bubba Snowdon Classic Cot Bed

The Snowdon is an elegant classic sleigh bed with open slatted sides and teething rails to protect your child from curious hands and mouths. It's incredibly easy to put together and is a great choice for those looking for an elegant design with a classic look that seamlessly integrates into the other furniture in your nursery. Our tester, Vicky, found it more slim than other sleigh cots and felt the curved shape fitted better into smaller rooms than some of the others we tested. The three different height positions are ideal for newborns to toddlers. The large drawer beneath the bed has plenty of storage space and comes with an easy pull-out mechanism that glides smoothly.

It is easy to convert the cot into a junior mattress as soon as your child is of the age at which it is safe to do so. Simply take out the side rails, then lower both ends. Add a matching junior bed wardrobe for a stylish finish and to give your child plenty of storage. It comes with a premium mattress that measures 140x70cm. It is 100% breathable and is designed to perfectly fit.

This gorgeous cot-bed is a excellent investment that will last your child from infancy through to the early toddler years. It's pricier than other cot beds we tested but our tester, Annie, thinks it's worth the cost given that it can be used for an extended period of time. It has a stylish, sleek design and features like teething rails, a handy under-drawer and solid wood construction that is incredibly sturdy. It's a bit on the heavy side but keep that in mind if you're moving it around after the assembly.

4. Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The most striking piece of the Obaby Stamford furniture range, this sleigh cot is beautifully constructed with a hand-crafted curved end. It's available in a range of finishes that will suit any nursery, and matches the rest of the Stamford furniture. It's also extremely adaptable, and it can transform from a cot into a toddler bed by removing of both sides. It can be converted into a daybed or sofa as your child grows older. It comes with a large storage drawer underneath, teething rails and 3 adjustable height levels - making it as practical as it is stylish.

Parent tester Beckie says this is an extremely well-designed cot that has the ability to grow with your child develops. The sleigh-style style makes it a beautiful centrepiece for any nursery, and its durable wood bed cot design construction is of top quality. The slatted design is an excellent choice for smaller rooms since the gaps between the slats of this model are a bit smaller.

It's not the cheapest, but the parents who tested it thought it was worth the cost. It's built to last. It can be transformed into an infant's bed by taking out the rails on the sides, and later it can be used as a day bed or sofa at around four years old. And with a number of additional extras like the under-drawer and teething rails as well as 3 adjustable heights, it's an investment piece that will grow with your child for many years to be.

The sleigh cot can be used with any cot mattress. The Stamford cot bed, which has a dual sleeping surface is available to match the sleigh cot bed. The fabric is super soft and airy Tencel that helps your child stay cool and comfortable. The other side is made from polyurethane, for added strength and resilience. Both are hygienic, hypoallergenic and anti-fungal.

5. Mamas & Papas Franklin Cot Bed

The Mamas & Papas Franklin cot bed is a fantastic option when you're looking for a chic cot that can grow with your child. It is suitable for children from birth up to 4 years old, and can be transformed into a cool day bed or toddler bed. The base is available in two height positions that make it easier to reach your baby, and you can even add a handy under bed drawer for extra storage. It also passes the trampoline test', which means it's safe for use by older kids.

Our test participants were impressed by the ease of put together this cot. Our deputy editor commented that it was "a breeze". It's also among the lighter flatpack cots available, making it easier for you to move around the nursery. It's also packed in a compact box that's recyclable when your child grows out of it.

The brown wooden cot bed has an insulated mattress, which our test participants thought was a great feature as it helps to keep your baby at a comfortable temperature for a longer time. It's a great size too, with plenty of room for toys and bedding. The rails for teething added to the comfort of our test mums.

Pair this cot with matching Franklin Dresser or Franklin Wardrobe. (Available separately) To create a complete nursery you can buy the Franklin Wardrobe and Franklin Dresser separately. This 2-in-1 range was designed to last into the early stages of. It blends style and smart storage solutions that last. It includes a cot/day bed that converts into a toddler bed as well as an armoire, which has an ample wardrobe that has an enormous drawer as well as hanging rails at the ends. It's a great option for those who have smaller bedrooms, ceilings that slope or anyone looking to save space.