The Pine Ridge project is a stunning lakefront retreat, combining modern mountain-lodge charm with luxury outdoor living. This multi-tiered terrace was designed to flow naturally with the lakeside landscape, providing a seamless transition from indoor comfort to outdoor relaxation. At the heart of this design is a custom gunite cocktail pool featuring an infinity edge that visually merges with the lake beyond. Finished in PebbleTec Black Onyx, the pool’s deep, moody water color enhances the serene ambiance, and a hidden spa blends subtly into the design, allowing for relaxation without interrupting the space’s clean, sophisticated aesthetic.
Adjacent to the pool is an elevated bar platform, complete with a row of stools and a hydraulic-piston window that lifts open from the indoor kitchen, creating a convenient pass-through for drinks and snacks. Below the infinity edge, the cascading water doubles as a tranquil water feature, adding a soothing auditory element to the lower lounge terrace. This lounge area, with its chaise lounges, overlooks the lake and is the ideal spot to watch the sunset. The infinity edge is tiled in American Olean, Silver Spring interlocking blend, providing a sleek accent against the pool’s dark waters.
On the third tier, an expansive dining area offers ample space for hosting large gatherings or intimate lakeside meals, with lake views and sunsets providing the perfect backdrop. Leading from the dining tier to the lake shore, long steps of ledgerock are framed by thoughtfully planted beds of shrubs and grasses, adding a natural, lush aesthetic to each level. At the base of the terrace, a cobblestone path guides guests to the shore or, a lakeside bocce ball court, creating an inviting space for friendly competition beside the water.
Attached to the house, the covered outdoor living room and kitchen bring the comforts of home outdoors. With stone veneer walls and columns that match the home’s exterior, pine paneling, and a tongue-and-groove ceiling with recessed lighting and a ceiling fan, the covered area is equipped for year-round enjoyment. The outdoor kitchen includes a built-in grill and a fireplace with integrated wood storage, creating a cozy lounge area where a mounted TV offers entertainment above the warmth of the fire.
The Pine Ridge outdoor space is more than an addition; it’s a natural extension of the home’s architecture, carefully blending the beauty of the lakeside with the style of a modern lodge for an outdoor retreat that captivates all year round.