13 Ways to Make Your Backyard Feel Like a 5-Star Resort
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What if you could step out into your own little paradise where every single thing from the landscaping to the lighting is luxurious and relaxing? Whether you want to create a tropical oasis or a modern sanctuary, you don’t have to rip out your entire outdoor space to transform it into a resort style retreat. Sometimes, it’s the little things that count the most.
While the possibilities are endless, with some creativity and a few strategic additions you can recreate your backyard into a haven to unwind, entertain and to get outdoors.
Shade Solutions
Comfort, especially on hot days, is important and creating shaded areas provides that. On top of that, you could be adding a pergola, a gazebo or shade sails in over seating or dining areas. These structures will give you relief from the sun but let you enjoy the outdoors. You can place fabric over a pergola or hang curtains to feel like you’re under a roof, but in an open air style.
Privacy Screens or Fencing
To get that secluded feeling in your backyard add privacy screens, fencing, or even tall plants. Good options include bamboo screens, trellises with growing plants, or lattice walls, all of which will not only change the appearance of your space but will also provide privacy. Such a secluded place will feel like a peculiar getaway.
Spa Elements
Bring your spa experience home to your backyard by installing a hot tub, sauna or even an outdoor shower. Year round you can enjoy a hot tub and relax with warm soothing water. If you also have a pool this would be great. Once you’ve added those plush towels, candles, and a bathrobe nearby, you’ll have a complete spa like retreat.
Decorative Accents
All the finishing touches can make your backyard into something amazing. Decorative touches with things such as lanterns, candles and planters help tie it all together. Maybe you would even think of a hammock, wind chimes, or perhaps weather friendly artwork. These small details can actually help transform your backyard into a beautifully designed luxurious retreat where every single moment feels romantic.
Lush Landscaping
To give your backyard a little bit of a resort feel, you can add some greenery. Natural beauty and a little privacy can be offered by tropical plants, flowering shrubs and tall grasses. Another will be more exotic, with palm trees, ferns, etc. If space allows, choose a mix of textures and heights in your plants. Planters on seats around the outside of your backyard make a cozy intimate space and large plants can delineate space in your backyard.
Cozy Outdoor Seating
There’s nothing that says resort like comfortable outdoor seating. Go for the cushioned lounge chairs, sofas and sectionals that invite you to sit back and let yourself relax. Waterproof, fade resistant fabrics are your best bet for keeping your seating looking fresh, season after season, in the sun and rain. Throw pillows and blankets will add that extra touch of comfort and style to make it ideal to take a snooze with a book or with a drink.
Pool or Water Feature
Even a small water feature can bring the ambience of the backyard up a notch or two, creating the ultimate backyard luxury. Gently flowing water adds soothing element either by ponds or waterfalls. If you can’t afford pool, a fountain or bubbler rock feature can give a similar sense of peace. Even if it’s a few steps from your back door, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to a tropical escape.
Mood Lighting
The next thing to get right is creating the right ambiance with lighting. Lanterns, string lights and soft solar lighting can all bring the atmosphere into a more relaxed zone. Backyard lights on trees and plants can add depth and drama to your backyard. If you want something more mature, have warm, dimmable lights near seating areas to have the space glow with a cosy, inviting touch once the sun sets.
Outdoor Dining Area
You can eat meals outside under an open sky when your outdoor area is set up as a dining area. Go for a tough dining table, a couple of good chairs, add an umbrella or pergola for some shade. Give it some life by adding a centerpiece; a lantern, or a floral arrangement. This is a great place to have a family get together and eat a long leisurely meal with everyone.
Fire Pit or Fireplace
With a fire pit provided by your outdoor fireplace, your backyard retreat can be the heart of your evenings offering warmth and ambiance. No matter if you like an old fashioned wood burning pit, or a modern gas one, a fire feature can transform your space into something cozy and welcoming. Put a couple of blankets around it to sit around to keep warm on chilly nights. A crackling fire makes you feel like you’re on vacation.
Outdoor Rugs and Textiles
You can fill your backyard with as much coziness as you want with adding outdoor rugs, curtains and other textiles. Rugs can define seating or dining areas, or outdoor curtains can bring a romantic, resort like touch to covered patios or pergolas. Pick out colors and patterns that say something about your style and, most of all, outdoor fabrics that are durable and can stand up to the elements.
Outdoor Kitchen or Bar
A backyard kitchen or bar can give your outdoor space a little luxury and convenience. Set up a grill, mini fridge, and a little counter space for those occasions when you want to whip up something new and healthy! If you love to entertain, you can have stools in a bar area. Not only can you serve up drinks, make food and eat outside, it has the resort feel.
Sound System
Setting the mood in your backyard can be done with music. Get something reliable which can play soft, background music to further work on the relaxing atmosphere. Weatherproof outdoor speakers are available in many different options that are easy to connect to your devices. Also, playing nature sounds or soft melodies will turn your backyard in the paradise of peace.
Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
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