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How to Capture That Luxury Resort Feeling in Your Backyard

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Published
11/25/2024

So, just imagine yourself lounging by a stunning pool, drink in hand, and soft music in the background. There’s a cabana nearby with flowing curtains swaying in the breeze, and some greenery surrounds you. Now, this sounds like the kind of thing you’d find at a luxury resort, right? Well, here’s the thing: you don’t have to book a getaway to experience it (you can if you want to, though). 

Sometimes, just creating the backyard of your dreams is really all it takes. Actually, with a little effort and some smart upgrades, you can recreate that dreamy resort vibe right in your backyard. Now, where do you even start?

Upgrade Your Pool Game

You already know this, but the pool is always the star of the show at a luxury resort. But it’s never just a boring rectangle. You only find the boring ones at motels or anything under a 5-star hotel. So, luxury pools and luxury hotels will have beautiful layers, curves, and depth changes that scream luxury. 

For the most part, you can bring that same flair to your backyard by choosing a gunite or fiberglass pool. So, why these? Well, these materials allow you to go beyond the basics and create something truly unique- like waterfalls, tanning ledges within the pool, or pretty much anything your imagination wants!

Lounge Like a Resort Regular

Have you ever noticed how resort lounge areas feel like they were made for royalty? Well, the secret is all in the furniture. Ideally, you should swap out those flimsy plastic chairs for something that’s actually comfortable. Actually, you should think about oversized loungers with thick cushions or even a stylish daybed. If you really want to nail the look, add a cabana or pergola. Actually, a cabana might be the perfect choice for this too!

But why this? Well, some may call it overboard (but is it really?), since cabanas have soft, flowing curtains that offer a little shade and a whole lot of elegance (and privacy). So, you could then look into adding some throw pillows and maybe a small side table for drinks, too, and you’ve got yourself a mini oasis. But just imagine laying there on a warm summer night while you listen to Mother Nature.

Just Dine Like You’re on Vacation

At luxury resorts, outdoor dining is an experience in itself. It’s never just a table and chairs plopped on the patio. What you see at standard restaurants, well, that’s not what you’re going to get at a luxury hotel! 

So it’s going to help you get a gorgeous dining set if you’re dead-set on creating that resort-worthy vibe! Just be sure to go for something sturdy and chic, and don’t skimp on cushioned chairs (they’re pretty much what makes it so cute, too). But of course, you have the lighting, too; you NEED to create that romantic glow!

Add Lush Greenery

No resort would be complete without gorgeous landscaping. So, just think of layers of greenery, such as tropical plants, vibrant flowers, and manicured hedges. Now, it’s pretty obvious that these things might not always be the best choice, so in that case, you could look into colorful shrubs like hydrangeas. 

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