13 Easy Ways to Make Your Backyard Feel Like a Resort

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You don’t have to have huge renovations or break the bank to make your backyard feel like a resort. With a handful of creative ideas, you can reinvent your outdoor space into a place that you’ll want to retreat to every day. Know how it feels to walk into a luxury hotel or a tropical paradise? Your backyard can bring that feeling too, with the right updates.

These simple changes could be as much as seating areas to calming water functions. Are you ready to make your backyard the personal slice of paradise? Let’s take a look at some easy ideas.

Invest in a Hot Tub or Pool

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There’s nothing quite like resort water you can dip into at any time. A hot tub or even a plunge pool could change the mood of your backyard, if you can afford it. A hot tub or pool is the ultimate spa like experience whether you’re soaking while gazing at the stars or cooling off on a hot day.

Incorporate a Fire Pit

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A fire pit brings warmth and community to your backyard, instantly. The endless combination of options ranges from a sleek modern fire table to a rough stone pit. If you had chillier nights with friends and family, gather around the fire with a few marshmallows and make s’mores, or just enjoy the crackling sound of the fire itself. It’s a simple way to make a focal point that everyone is drawn to.

Set Up a Dining Space

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If you want a place to have great alfresco meals, a dedicated outdoor dining area would have your backyard made for the purpose. You don’t need a big table: you can do with a small bistro set or a picnic table with comfortable chairs. For evening dinners, add some string of lights above, or lanterns on the table to make the whole place cozy and inviting.

Add a Water Feature

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The sound of water has a real calming effect, doesn’t it? The addition of a water feature, whether it is a fountain, pond or even a waterfall also makes your backyard more relaxed almost as soon as it is installed. You don’t need a big space or a lot of money—a tabletop fountain or small DIY pond will have the same impact as a big elaborate design.

Bring in Tropical Plants

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Vibrant lush plants can bring a certain out of this world feeling to your backyard. To put that vacation feel into it put tropical plants like palms, bird of paradise, and fern. If you don’t live in a tropical climate, you can make a similar effect with container plants that you move indoors in the cold season. For a statement look, think really large planters.

Install a Sound System

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According to XTEN-AV, sound systems outdoors can set the mood and raise the level of your backyard. Even if you don’t have outdoor speakers, you can simply use a portable Bluetooth speaker, but having your favorite tunes playing in the background will help you feel like you’re on vacation. Make playlists of laid back reggae, calming spa music, among other things.

Hang a Hammock

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What could be more relaxing than a hammock? A hammock instantly makes any outdoor space feel like vacation no matter whether you hang it between two trees or use a freestanding frame. The place for reading or simply swaying in the breeze is the perfect place – or as I call it, the napping spot. Throw in a few throw pillows and a blanket when it’s cool and you have a cozy corner to unwind.

Set Up an Outdoor Bar

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An outdoor bar can introduce a little luxury to your backyard if you love to host. You don’t have to have an entire bar to make it feel special. Stocking your favorite drinks and glassware on a simple bar cart will do the trick. Throw in a few stools and you’ve got yourself a place to entertain guests or relax with a quiet evening cocktail in style.

Use Cozy Outdoor Rugs

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Outdoor rugs are a nice little touch to get your space feeling a bit more welcoming and polished. They come in all sorts of colors and patterns and help define different areas — like a seating area or dining space. According to Graceful Graze, a rug can tie the whole look together and create a feeling that your outdoor space is an extension of your home’s interior.

Incorporate Outdoor Art

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So why not bring some art into your outdoor space? A sculpture, a piece of hanging wall art, or even a painted mural will bring personality and style to your backyard. If you’re looking for weather resistant pieces, or if you want to get a little creative, you could make your own DIY art project for a one of a kind addition.

Make a Lounge Area Comfortable

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A cozy lounge area says all things ‘resort’. It’s a good idea to start with some outdoor furniture that encourages you to kick back and relax. Choose cushioned chairs, sofas or a daybed. Think about placing an umbrella or canopy for a little shade too so that you may enjoy your outdoor oasis on the hottest days also.

Install Soft Outdoor Lighting

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According to AJ’s Electrical, good lighting can completely change the mood of your backyard. If you want to bring a warm glow to a space, string lights are a simple, affordable way to do it. Draped over a pergola or strung between trees, they look great. Additionally, along your pathways you might also add solar powered lanterns or soft LED lights under your seating areas for a magical ambience after the sun sets.

Provide Privacy With Fences or Screens

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A few feet of privacy can turn your backyard into an exclusive resort. If your space is too exposed, then add a privacy fence or some bamboo or wood or fabric screens. To create a natural wall, you could also plant tall hedges or climbing vines. This will not only make you feel secluded, but it will help block neighbor’s noise as well.

Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.

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