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Backyard Discovery Heritage Steel Grill with Wood Fire and Charcoal
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Mar 18, 2026
Reviewer name: 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
Reviewer name: 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
Reviewer name: 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
Reviewer name: 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
Reviewer name: 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
Reviewer name: 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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Jun 17, 2026
Reviewer name: 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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Jul 23, 2026
Reviewer name: 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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Sep 8, 2026
Reviewer name: Armie
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Happy with grill, but packaging could be improved

Overall, I am very happy with the grill. It is extremely well built, substantial, and once assembled it looks and feels like a serious piece of equipment. I have already completed the initial burn-off and, so far, I am very pleased with my purchase. My only disappointment was the condition of a couple of the powder-coated steel surfaces when I opened the box. There were some scuffs and a chipped area where the coating had been removed down to the bare metal. Considering the size, weight and price of this grill, I believe the internal packaging could be improved to better protect the heavy components from rubbing against each other during transportation. I chose not to pursue a return or exchange because the damage appears cosmetic, the grill is extremely heavy, and otherwise I am very happy with it. However, receiving a new grill in this price range with chipped powder coating was disappointing and, in my opinion, likely preventable with better packaging. Aside from that issue, my first impressions of the grill itself are excellent, and I am looking forward to putting it to good use.

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May 27, 2026
Reviewer name: FrknHippie
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Nice coop but value for size is questionable

After LOTS of research I settled on this for our first chicken coop. It is a nice step up from the TSC coops while still being an all-in-one kit--it is sturdy and should last a long time, plus it looks great in the backyard. That said, there are a few things keeping it from being 5-stars. I am not sure it is a good value for the money due to the size--this is for 4 chickens max and they will need free range time or an additional run. Assembly took basically two full days, with two adults with power tools (one of which is very handy). It would have been great if parts had been packed in order but there was no rhyme or reason and lots of time was spent just searching though everything. The manual wasn't always clear and there were a few times things were just trial and error due to unclear instructions. We hit some typical problems with holes not lining up and wood splitting in places, as is common with this type of prefab product. As for the design itself, it would be great if the run was full height and longer, and the door was wider for easier cleaning access. Another roosting bar would be nice. Overall I just wish it, particularly the run, was bigger, and if I had it to do over again, I'd order the larger model that unfortunately wasn't available when I purchased this one. I am hopeful one day they will add a kit to add on to the run! Ultimately I am not sure the value is worth the cost, but we will see in a few years.

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