Like a star, the summer season shines brighter and hotter as it nears its denouement—and as the weather heats up, so do the outdoor parties. But not all celebrations are alike: some ignite noisy revelry, while others invoke quiet reverie. That’s why it’s important to have a property, and a scenic poolside patio, that complements the company you want to keep. Here are five fabulous homes to inspire your future festivities.
A Pastoral Landscape Steeped in Tradition
Alexander Stehle – Hamburg Sotheby’s International Realty
Have you ever looked at paintings from bygone eras, with nobility and gentry gathered in the grand gardens of esteemed estates, and felt a pang of nostalgia for the elegant whimsy of the past? This expansive equestrian manor in Lower Saxony modernizes that aesthetic, with its charming wooden deck and poolside pavilion opening onto nearly seven and a half acres of pristine greenery.
Lower Saxony in Northwest Germany is the birthplace of some of the world’s most famous fairy tales, and looking at the local landscape, it’s no surprise—ivy-cloaked castles, quaint mills with wooden water wheels, and protected heritage forests covering the rolling hills. This home is a gateway into your own fantasy, where you can host a party that looks like it was pulled from the pages of a storybook.
A Luminous View of Mountains and Valleys
Tricia O’Brien & Pete Bilicki – Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
Indoor-outdoor living is a leading luxury lifestyle trend, so it’s only natural that a property facilitating both inside and al fresco entertaining would be in high demand. With floor-to-ceiling walls of glass that slide open, this single-level Rancho Santa Fe residence delivers, creating a continuous flow from the living room, games room, dining room, and gourmet kitchen to the panoramic, canyon-side pavilion.
The owner of the home automatically gets a social membership to the prestigious Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club. Imagine returning home with friends following an afternoon on the green, and watching the sunset from the side of the gorgeous, solar-heated, saltwater infinity pool.
An Iconic Coastline and Renowned Resort
Scott Aurich – Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
The California coast also lends itself beautifully to some of the best indoor-outdoor living, and the inimitable Hotel del Coronado is widely considered to be one of the world’s most magnificent resorts. But why host your beach party somewhere so public when a short distance away, this chic, contemporary mansion can provide a private oasis to continue the fun?
A vast pool turns the courtyard into a stunning aquatic corridor, surrounded by comfortable lounges, patios, and parlors. And the Pacific Ocean is always less than a block away, visible from the windows of this three-floor masterpiece.
A Cozy Cradle in Mother Nature’s Embrace
Netherlands Sotheby’s International Realty
Hosting a party in a secluded sanctuary, enfolded by old trees and colorful wildflowers, can be stimulating for the mind and the senses—and makes for exquisite memories and excellent conversation. In Laren, one of North Holland’s oldest and most affluent towns, this one-of-a-kind property provides such a place.
The garden in this home is an ideal spot for intimate gatherings with friends, family, or colleagues. The infinity pool’s temperature is pleasant year-round, warmed by a sustainable heat pump; the soothing sound of the water trickling over its outer edge further enhances the ambience of this peaceful, therapeutic refuge.
An Endless, Blue Expanse of Sea and Sky
George Kasimis – Greece Sotheby’s International Realty
There are few things more exhilarating than a poolside party at an exotic destination, far away from the cares and commitments of everyday life. Such pleasure comes easily at this ultra-modern Greek villa, where you can descend directly onto a private helipad, then proceed across artfully terraced grounds to a sun-drenched deck with unbounded views of the Aegean Sea.
Pop open a bottle of bubbly, turn up the music, and leave your worries behind. The property might only be 15 minutes away from Ermoupoli, the postcard-worthy capital on the island of Syros, but the vistas from this hillside abode will have you and your guests convinced you’ve got a world to yourselves.
Before the sun sets on the summer, seize the day, enjoy the long evenings and balmy nights, and consider the life-affirming possibilities of bringing your favorite people together on your favorite poolside patio.
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