The California Coop – Big Style for Small Spaces
Limited on yard space but still dreaming of fresh eggs and happy hens? Meet the California Coop—our thoughtfully designed solution for smaller backyards and urban homesteads.
Created by popular demand (yes, California, we heard you!), this compact coop delivers the same premium craftsmanship and smart features as our full-size coops—just scaled down for flocks of up to 4 full-sized hens or more if you have bantams. Think of it as a tiny house... for chickens.
Perfect for Small Flocks & Tight Spaces
Whether you're new to backyard chickens or working with a cozy outdoor footprint, the California Coop fits beautifully without sacrificing function, comfort, or Carolina Coops quality.
Same Premium Build, Just More Petite
Handcrafted with the same attention to detail as our larger models, this coop includes all the must-haves—deep litter–friendly flooring, thoughtful ventilation, and chicken-safe design.
Please note: Coop capacity is based on the henhouse size, not the run. Even with a larger run, this coop is designed for no more than 4 full-sized chickens.
Ships unpainted and unassembled—a blank canvas ready for your personal touch!
- Dutch Door with Both Solid & Screen Bottom Options – Placed on Long Side of Coop
- Free Range Door – Placed on Long Side of Coop
- Manual Henhouse Door
- Cantilevered Windows/Stain Steel Dowels
- One 4-Foot Rope Wrapped Roosting Bar
- Exterior Henhouse Ladder
- Interior Henhouse Ladder
- 2 Nest Box Egg Hutch -Lined with Acre™
- 2 Nest Box Perch Bar
- Egg Hutch J Channel and Flashing
- Elevated Henhouse
- Deep Litter Basin in the Henhouse-Lined with Acre™
- Fully Covered Run
- Steel Roofing - Residential Grade
- Ridge Cap Screen
- Lockable Doors/Window Latches
- Tons of Ventilation
- High Security from Predators
- Pocket Hole Joinery with Glue and Screws
4'x9' California (Weight: ~750 lbs.)
Ideal for up to 3 Hens Not Free Ranged OR Up To 4 Free Ranged Hens
- 3'x4' Henhouse
- 4'x9' Footprint
- 7' At the Peak
4'x12' California (Weight: ~800 lbs.)
Ideal for up to 4 Hens Not Free Ranged OR Up To4 Free Ranged Hens
- 3'x4' Henhouse
- 4'x9' Footprint
- 7' At the Peak
4'x15' California (Weight: ~850 lbs.)
Ideal for up to 4 Hens Not Free Ranged OR Up To 4 Free Ranged Hens
- 3'x4' Henhouse
- 4'x9' Footprint
- 7' At the Peak
Shipping is free for all deliveries made within the lower 48 states.
Your new coop will be arriving by freight, packed onto a pallet. Before purchasing, you should determine if freight to residence via tractor trailer can be delivered to your residence.
If your address is unable to receive freight deliveries, please carefully review each shipping option to determine the appropriate truck size needed for pick up at the terminal nearest your house, or for pick up at the Carolina Coops Shop in Creedmor, NC.
CLICK HERE TO READ THE TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR SHIPPING OPTIONS.
FREIGHT TO RESIDENCE is a shipping option for a 3rd party freight carrier to transport your palletized coop to your delivery address and off load your pallet curbside. This service is not available to all residential addresses. It is the responsibility of the customer to verify that a tractor trailer truck can deliver to your address. You can do so by calling your local zoning or highway department to verify and not incur additional fees.Your residence will be deemed inaccessible for tractor-trailer delivery if any of the following conditions apply:
- Roads leading to your house have low-hanging branches.
- Single-lane roads.
- Gated passes or entry codes.Small or narrow bridges.
- Road is unpaved or has no through access.
- No space for the truck to turn around.Residence is on a dead-end street or cul-de-sac.
If you have any of those conditions, you will need to choose Freight to Terminal Pickup. FREIGHT TO TERMINAL is a shipping option for a 3rd party freight carrier to transport your palletized coop to a receiving terminal near you for pick up.
*NEW* Standard Features
Dutch Door
Rope Wrapped Roost Bar
Free Range Manual Chicken Door
ACRE-Lined Hen House/Egg Hutch
Stainless Steel Window Dowels
Manual Hen House Door
Ridge Cap with Snake Screen
Egg Hutch Flashing + J Channel
Heavy-Duty Hardware on Everything
Shipping Included to the Lower 48
Built better. Designed smarter. Loved by chickens.
LARGE, WALK-IN COVERED RUNS
Shaded, spacious, human-friendly. No more muddy runs or stopping to get inside.
CLEAN THE COOP ONCE A YEAR
Our signature deep litter beds let you go a year or longer without cleaning your coop. Yes, please!
ULTRA-VENTILATED HENHOUSE
Plenty of ventilation and roomy design means a healthier, more relaxed flock.
EASY ACCESS TO EGGS
Front access egg hutches leave laying hen undisturbed and makes egg collection easy for everyone.
RAISED, DELUXE HENHOUSE
The raised henhouse gives extra run space. Our cantilevered windows give you and your flock options.
PREDATOR PROOF — BUILT TO LAST
Handcrafted in North Carolina, we use only high-quality materials, made to stand the test of time.
CALIFORNIA COOP FAQ's
HOW MANY CHICKENS CAN I HAVE?
There are two important factors to consider when determining how many chickens should be in a chicken coop. The henhouse and the run area.
THE HENHOUSE: We use the 1-foot rule, meaning 1-foot per chicken on the roost bars. (e.g. if you have 12 feet of roost bar, and you're free-ranging, you can easily house 12 chickens.) You will see recommendations elsewhere saying 8-10 inches of roost bar per bird is fine. However, in our experience the 1-foot rule is best because it avoids overcrowding, which can lead to other issues.
THE RUN: Chickens need and prefer as much room as possible. If you cannot free range your chicken outside of the coop, the minimum amount of space needed is 10 square feet per chicken. (e.g. the 6' wide American Coop with a 12' run is 72 square feet, which will comfortably house up to 7 chickens without free-ranging.) We suggest this for the health and well-being of your chickens.
THE CALIFORNIA COOP CAN ACCOMMODATE 2-5 CHICKEN WITH FREE RANGING.
WHAT MATERIALS DO YOU USE?
- Kiln Dried Premium Douglas Fir Lumber
- Ground Rated Pressure Treated Lumber Only on Bottom Rail of the Coop/Run
- ACRE™— Just Like Wood, Only Better
- .5"x.5" Hardware Cloth- 19 Galvanized Core Welded Wire with Black PVC Coating
- Residential Grade Steel- 29 g, Lifetime Manufacturer Paint Warranty, 30-Year Fade Warranty by Manufacturer
- Polycarbonate
- Exterior Grade Powder Coated Hardware
- Stainless Steel Staples
- Zinc Button Head Screws
- Blue Coated Exterior Screws
DOES MY COOP COME WITH A PREDATOR APRON?
Only turnkey and custom coops come with a predator apron. We do have a video on how to attach your predator apron to your coop here.
WILL YOU SHIP TO ME?
Yes, we ship any place in the world where freight can be received. You can find out about more about shipping here.
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO PREPARE FOR MY COOP?
Before your coop arrives, here’s what to prep:
Level ground is a must—uneven spots can cause issues with door alignment and assembly.
A base isn’t required (our bottom lumber is pressure treated), but it can help with leveling and stability.
Avoid low-lying areas to prevent flooding, and make sure there’s good drainage.
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Check for tree branches or obstacles, especially if you're using our turn-key or roll-off delivery.
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Don’t forget to account for the egg hutch in your measurements—it adds
16.5" to the width (or 33" if you have hutches on both sides).
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Lastly, check local ordinances—some areas have limits on flock size, require
permits, or have placement restrictions for coops.
FIND OUT MORE ON SITE PREP HERE.
HOW DO I PROTECT MY COOP FROM THE ELEMENTS?
Weatherproofing Your Coop = Longer Life
To protect your coop from sun, rain, and snow, we recommend
Seal all seams exposed to water/snow with caulk or clear silicone. Make sure
it’s compatible with your chosen paint, stain, or finish.
Paint with quality exterior paint (we like Sherwin Williams Marshmallow for white). If painting before assembly, leave part labels visible.
Stain or oil: Wood stain works well, or go natural with polymerized or double-boiled linseed oil—safe, fast-drying, and water/sun-resistant.·
For Acre™ parts:
o Use only water-based paint or stain
o Choose colors with LRV of 55+
o Check Modern Mill’s website for approved coatings/colors, or contact us for help with lower-LRV options.
WHAT IF I RUN INTO A PROBLEM OR HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT ASSEMBLY?
We try to always be available for our customers. You can either call us at 919-794-3989, or email us, or use the chat box on our website. If we don’t answer right away, someone will get back to you as soon as possible.
If you have a question related to service, please email service@carolinacoops.com.
