Have you noticed in every winter movie, someone has a hot tub? Movies do a phenomenal job capturing the brisk chill of winter surrounding the steam surfacing from the tub.
Having a hot tub in the winter doesn’t need to be something that captivates you only during movie night. That movie night can instead be a hot tub night in the middle of January—in your very backyard.
If you have a backyard, you’re missing out on the wonders of a winter hot tub.
Besides being a warm escape from the brisk chills, your winter hot tub ends up creating a space that feels both cozy and luxurious, no matter the temperature outside.
We know you want a hot tub. This is how you’re going to transform the backyard once you have one.
1. Winter is beautiful—use the free aesthetics
The first step in creating a winter hot tub oasis is to embrace the beauty of winter itself. Bare trees open the view to either clear blue skies, or a starlit night right above your hot tub.
The enhancing features come along when we get the one to two feet of snow. The white carpet will create a movie set around your hot tub as it radiates a contrast in the dark winter colors. The snow-covered trees, ice crystals, and the serene quiet that comes with winter evenings will play a part in your outdoor setup.
If your backyard tends to look too bare during the colder months, it’ll be a good idea to keep in mind to plant evergreen trees or winter-hardy plants that can withstand the freeze. Aside from the beautiful backdrop, they’ll also add to the ambiance of natural privacy and seclusion around your hot tub.
Soaking in your tub while surrounded by snow-covered branches sounds like a movie set, doesn’t it?
2. Block the jealous eyes from your winter-haven backyard.
Since you want to experience the view of snow-covered evergreen trees, it’d be a good idea to consider them as a privacy screen.
Privacy is an important factor to consider, especially if your backyard is visible to those next door. If you don’t already have a tall fence, there are a few creative and decorative ways you can install a barrier between your hot tub and those surrounding your home. Couple of walls to consider include:
● Privacy screens are a simple, easy, and cost-effective answer to adding a touch of privacy around your hot tub. Since you only need a few panels, it’s easy to shop around for colors and styles that’ll match your outdoor decor.
● If you have a lush green garden, tall plants like the Privet hedges and Leyland Cypress can be planted alongside the backyard’s fence for ultimate privacy while adding to the natural beauty of your space.
3. Lighting the scene
Winter evenings come early, so if you’re enjoying your hot tub after work, proper lighting is a must.
The right lighting can transform your backyard into a cozy winter retreat. Soft ambient lights seem to be the most popular for creating a smooth ambience.
Although if you prefer something brighter, string lights draped around trees, pathway lights leading up to the tub, or lanterns surrounding the area can all work wonders—especially if they can be dimmed.
And to add the coziness, consider investing in a heated outdoor lamp. Not only will it light up the area, but it’ll add a touch of warmth outside the hot tub. We know it gets warm and snug in the water—but eventually you’re going to have to come out.
You don’t need to be “rich” to own a hot tub.
Most people see owning a hot tub as something that’s luxurious, or something only “rich people” own.
In reality, owning a hot tub is an experience. It’s enjoying warm jets along your back after work or being the highlight of the party when friends come over.
Experiences don’t need to be attached to statuses, and they don’t need to be limited to seasons. Having a winter hot tub is more doable than you think. And if you aren’t sure how doable it is, give us a call and we’ll show you how.
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