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Backyard Discovery Heritage Steel Grill with Wood Fire and Charcoal
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Mar 18, 2026
Cindy
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Happy Chickens...Happy Life

This is a beautiful chicken house. It's in direct line of sight from our pool and patio so we needed a chicken coop that looks nice. I would say that the assembly is definitely a two person job but once we got the hang of it, it was a fun project. The instruction manual kept us organized. The day after we finished the coop we had continuous wind of over 50 mph and the coop had no issues at all. An automatic door with solar power is included which is convenient and keeps our chickens safe when we need to go out of town for a few days. Our neighbors will still check in on the chickens but if everything is working they won't need to do any work at all which is nice. One thing I did not notice until move in day for the chickens... the perch is placed in a way that the chickens can look out the little window while they are perched which they all did. So every morning they can look out the window and watch the sun rise. Adorable!

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Mar 18, 2026
Marcell
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Classic

We love the classic feel of this chicken coop. It took us about two days to assemble but it’s got a feel to it that it will be in great condition even if our great-grandkids are using it. It really has attention to detail and care for quality that is refreshing. The wood is all solid wood, none of it is compressed, with rubber mats inside to protect the wood. Our cheaper coops let in water during heavy rains, but the metal roofing makes us hopeful that it will keep things dry. Wet chicken mess is not only gross but attracts flies and pests. The large door to the chicken run will make it easy to extend the run if we decide to do that in the future. If you have any sort of green grass, trees or garden nearby, it’s going to look beautiful. I think the yard actually looks better now that we’ve added this chicken coop.

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Apr 22, 2026
Nkmone
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Cute coop and easy to assemble!

The coop is very cute! We have 5 girls in it. It took a few hours to put together (2 people) and the directions were really great! Everything was clearly labeled and all supplies were provided - zero issues. Definitely recommend it!

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Apr 24, 2026
Jerry
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Great Starter Coop for First-Time Chicken Owners

We're honestly really happy with this coop. The instructions were pretty straightforward, but having two people definitely made the process way easier. My wife and I worked on this together and we're still together ……so thats a positive. Since we're new to this, it felt like a really good starter coop—not too complicated or overwhelming. Overall, we'd definitely recommend it if you're just getting into raising chickens.

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Jul 15, 2026
ChefJG
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

A True Live-Fire Cooking Experience🔥🔥🔥

I've cooked on a lot of equipment throughout my career, and I can honestly say the Argentine Santa Maria XL has been a pleasure to cook on. The fire control is intuitive, the build feels solid, and it delivers the kind of live-fire experience I was looking for. I've already put it to work cooking for family and friends, and it's quickly become the centerpiece of my backyard. It gets people talking before the food even hits the grill. If you're passionate about cooking over wood fire and love bringing people together around great food, this grill is absolutely worth it. Chef Jerome Grant

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Apr 25, 2026
Happy family
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

The real deal

This was our first chicken coop, and we couldn't be happier. It was super easy to put together, and everything fit together smoothly. Most importantly, our chickens took to it right away and seem really comfortable and happy. Great quality and a great experience overall—highly recommend!

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Jul 23, 2026
Home Feast BBQ
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Grilling Perfection

This XL Argentine Santa Maria grill is an absolute game-changer! From the moment I fired it up, I knew I'd made the right choice. The craftsmanship is incredible, super sturdy, and it holds heat like a dream. Every steak, every chicken, every veggie comes off with that perfect smoky flavor and sear. It's truly a 5-star experience for anyone serious about grilling!

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Jun 26, 2026
Cole
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

perfect for the price.

The Santa Maria / Argentinean Grill is absolutely fantastic. Hits the sweet spot on price vs Quality just right. The lower priced ones I research seemed to be of lower quality and the more expensive ones just seem overpriced. The grill is well built of solid materials. This should last a very long time. So much fun to grill on. CW

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Jun 17, 2026
Lisa
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Secure & great looking!

After buying & reselling another less secure coop, I'm happy I decided to go with the Sweetwater one. Not only is this coop great looking, it's extra secure & has kept out a raccoon visitor. In fact, after 3 late night visits, the seems to have given up & hasn't returned. This coop is the perfect size for my suburban backyard & fits my 5 young hens perfectly.

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Jun 13, 2026
Boujé Prepper
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Taking Open Fire Cooking To Next Level

I purchased the Premium Argentine/Santa Maria BBQ Grill after completing a 7-Day Open Fire Cooking Challenge. During that challenge, I quickly discovered that my existing grill was not designed to handle burning wood as a primary cooking fuel. It worked fine for charcoal, but once I started exploring open-fire cooking, I needed something built for both wood and charcoal. After researching different options, I decided on the BackYard Discovery Premium Argentine/Santa Maria Grill, and so far, it has been exactly what I was looking for. The adjustable grill grate makes it easy to control cooking temperatures, whether I'm using hardwood logs or charcoal. The ability to raise and lower the cooking surface is a game changer when cooking over live fire. As a prepper, versatility is important to me. I wanted a grill that could function whether I had charcoal available or needed to cook with wood during emergency or do water bath canning. This grill gives me that flexibility while also producing excellent flavor that you simply can't get from a standard gas grill. The construction feels solid and designed for the type of high-heat cooking that comes with burning wood. Unlike my previous grill, I'm not worried about damaging it during long cooks over a wood fire. If you're interested in open-fire cooking, backyard BBQ, homesteading, or preparedness, I think this style of grill is worth considering. It bridges the gap between traditional grilling and true live-fire cooking. I also shared my full thoughts and experience with this grill on my YouTube channel, Boujé Prepper, where I did an update video of why we upgraded to this grill, and how it fits into my preparedness and outdoor cooking goals. If you're serious about live-fire cooking and want the flexibility to cook with either wood or charcoal, the Premium Argentine/Santa Maria BBQ Grill is a worthwhile investment.

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