"I was almost put off buying this because of the reviews about the roof. I ended up buying this rather than the Christmas train because the train track would be too big for my little coffee table. I absolutely loved building this set. It was such fun and I love all of the little touches. The roof was a little fiddly but I found it pretty easy and it all seems sturdy to me. The light up fireplace is so cute and I love the family portrait hanging above it on the inside. I know the windows aren’t traditional colours like some people mentioned but I think they are lovely. I can’t think of anything I don’t like about this set. I’m looking forward to having it out for Christmas every year. :)"