5 Tips for Planning Your Backyard Vacation Spot

If your backyard has been underutilized over the past few years because of its lifeless appearance, you can easily change that! You’d be surprised at how a few minor changes and additions can transform your backyard into your favourite place to get some R&R.

Learn how to make the most out of your outdoor space with these tips for planning your backyard vacation spot.

Spruce Up the BBQ Area

Vacations are all about rest, relaxation, and eating! And, if you love eating outdoors, you’ll likely need a lavish BBQ area that can accommodate your family while adding something special to the mix. So spruce up your BBQ area by adding something unique, like a spit, smoker, or even a pizza oven. You can also enhance your outdoor cooking experience by adding a countertop to prep the food, a sink to clean up, and a fridge to store everything.

Heat it Up!

Turn your backyard into an exotic nighttime entertainment area with an eye-catching fire bowl or pit. No matter the time of year or temperature it may be, you can stay nice and warm as you relax and enjoy your backyard space by the fire.

Transform Your Pool into an Oasis

Turn your pool into a resort-worthy setting by adding a slide for the kids or a soothing spill over spa to ease your stress and worries. You can be lulled by the sound of the water as it trickles over a waterfall into your swimming pool. Lay back, relax, and enjoy the massaging jets, coloured LED lights, and stunning rock designs.

Create the Perfect Hideaway

Your backyard vacation spot should be a place where you can retreat to and unwind. To create your own perfect lounge space in the backyard, we recommend adding comfortable seating and lamps so that you can waste the days away reading a book or lounging by the pool.

Stock Up on Accessories

When it’s time to throw a vacation-style party, make sure you have everything you need on hand! Stock up on your accessories for your pool with beach balls, floaties, pool noodles, volleyball nets, and whatever else you need to have fun. Don’t forget to add some impressive pool features like a colour changing deck jet for the ultimate experience.

If your backyard has been looking a little lack-lustre recently, we can help bring it back to life at Rideau Pools. We are Ottawa’s top pool company and can create your backyard vacation spot just as you envision it. Contact us today to learn more about how to get started!