Coates Water's Edge Purple Martin House

Standard Features

Extra-large, two-compartment nesting cavities  - each nesting room is 12" x 6" x 6" in size and each room is divided into two separate areas measuring the standard recommended 
6" x 6" x 6" size.  The first area sits behind a Starling Resistant  entry hole and the second sits behind the adjacent louvered window.  This design keeps predators from poking through the entry and disturbing the nest.

Each house includes a Mounting Plate and Socket.  The mounting plate attaches beneath so that the house sits on top of its pole.  The socket accepts a  inch outside diameter round pole.

The extra long Top Perch is the preferred resting spot for Martin's - sit back and watch them watch you.

The roof is Reflective and the attic is well Ventilated.   By providing a void air space between the roof and top floor, this creates the same effect as the attic in your house.  Nesting cavities are better protected from extreme temperatures.

Separate Porches - each nesting cavity has its own extra long porch to prevent "Male Porch Domination" and promote high occupancy.

Guard Rails help hold the new young birds from fledging too soon and falling prey to natural enemies. All Coates Houses are completely enclosed by guard rails.

All Coates models also come with Hinged Doors allowing for easy cleaning and general inspection of each room. The doors also provide the opportunity to show children what the nest and newly hatched bird looks like.


Coates Telescoping Poles 
Select from a Standard (18 gauge) or Heavy Duty (16 gauge) telescoping pole to match your new Coates Purple Martin House. Zinc plated thumb screws set the pole and hold it at the desired height. The optional 24" ground socket is available for the Heavy Duty pole.  It can be buried or cemented into the ground, providing a stable sleeve for insertion.

Standard Size Pole                      Heavy Duty Pole
12' Telescoping, 18 Gauge              12' Telescoping, 16 Gauge
Base Section: 1.90" diameter          Base Section: 2.19" diameter
Fits any Coates House                   Fits any Coates House






Coates Predator Guard

Available for the Coates 12 and 16 room houses the optional Predator Guard will help keep out the natural enemy's of your martin family. Easily attaches to the guard rail and metal edges of your house. The guard is made of the same high quality aluminum as your martin home.


Pole Guard
Now available for the Coates standard sized pole is this heavy duty UV protected plastic pole guard. Ideal for climbing animals, and other predators from getting up into your house. Unlike other pole guards that fit low on the pole.

The S and K designed pole guard is made to fit up high at the base of the upper most section of the Coates telescoping pole. Use included bracket to fit on the Coates standard pole (see figure at left) Use a set screw into the pole under the pole guard bracket. For the Coates heavy duty pole remove inner bracket and tie the pole guard using rope to the bottom of your house and let it hang down below the house a few feet.