LEGO Doghouse Holiday Bauble (850849)
- Theme
- Seasonal
- Subtheme
- Christmas
- Pieces
- 29
- Retail Price
- $7.99
- Released
- 2013
- Status
- Retired
About This Set
LEGO dropped the Doghouse Holiday Bauble (850849) in 2013 as part of the Seasonal Christmas collection — a smaller set that's great for a quick session at 29 pieces with a retail price of $7.99.
At $0.276 per piece, it runs a bit higher — but that often reflects larger or more specialized elements.
As a LEGO exclusive, the Doghouse Holiday Bauble has limited retail availability — which often translates to stronger aftermarket performance once it retires.
Key Features
- 29 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
- LEGO Exclusive — Limited distribution that typically drives stronger aftermarket value
- $0.276 per piece — In line with Seasonal pricing
- Christmas subtheme — A popular subcategory within Seasonal
- Released 2013 — Seasonal sets from this period are known for their build quality
Investment Analysis
The Doghouse Holiday Bauble (850849) isn't retiring anytime soon, so there's no rush from an investment perspective. Sets tend to appreciate most after they leave shelves, so the real opportunity here is down the road. That said, let's look at what it's got going for it.
Overall, the investment outlook is decent.
What works in its favor:
- LEGO exclusive distribution — limited availability almost always helps post-retirement pricing
At $7.99 retail, the best strategy is to watch for sales and stock up at a discount. Seasonal performs well on the aftermarket, and the Doghouse Holiday Bauble has the right ingredients.
Theme Background
The Doghouse Holiday Bauble falls under the LEGO Seasonal theme, sitting in the Christmas subtheme — a dedicated part of the LEGO catalog. Launched in 2013 at $7.99, it sits in the accessible end of Seasonal. The $0.276 per piece reflects the specialized elements and licensing that come with Seasonal.
The Christmas subcategory within Seasonal has its own collector base, and sets in this range tend to hold interest well after retirement. Worth keeping on the radar if you're building a Seasonal collection.
Why This Set Is Special
LEGO Exclusive. Only available through LEGO.com and official LEGO stores — limited distribution that typically drives stronger post-retirement appreciation.