Rabbit Housing Location

Great information!

I housed my rabbit outside due to my Mother's allergies. He was never deprived of attention because my family spends plenty of time outside and we live near the woods and he got mental stimulation from the rabbits that frequently came up to his cage.
A few things to remember when positioning a cage out of doors: turn it away from the wind and sun (this can be accomplished by adding side panels to the cage), keep it close to the house and away from woods (so it has quiet time as well as interaction), and, if you can, place it near a kitchen window. My rabbit loved to watch us wash dishes or make dinner.
In summer, there ARE ways to ward off heat. Keep all sides of the cage uncovered excepting one (for shade). Cardboard boxes are multi functional, being helpful in winter and summer. They are good sources of shade but are not so hot and stuffy as a wooden box. 2 liter bottles filled with water and frozen ARE AN ABSOLUTE! Rabbits lie next to them to cool their body heat. If heat becomes unbearable around noon, take rabbits inside to run free or in a carrier.
Winter is not as tricky as summer. Always provide bedding and nesting materials. This way, the rabbit may use it if needed or ignore it if this is not required. Straw is not always a good idea. If you would have to store it in a barn, forget it. Fur mites nest take up residence in it (sometimes transferred from feral animals). Shredded newspaper and phone books are capital, though they should be changed often. If there is a storm, you can cover the front of the cage with towels to keep out snow and wind, but take them off when the extreme cold or storm ends. Below zero temperatures may call for removing the rabbit to indoors or a garage for night time.
And ALWAYS keep cages 3 feet off the ground if you have dogs or cats, or don't have a fence to keep out strays.
Hope this helps if you plan on housing your rabbit outdoors. With proper precautions you can have a happy outdoor pet.