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Swimming Pool Ideas for Backyard – Types and Cost

Written By Glenn Prescot

Not every home owner can afford to have a swimming pool in their backyard (both in terms of money and also in terms of space available), but in case you are planning for such an amenity in your garden this article will be helpful.

Luxury-Home-With-Swimming-Pool

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Building a swimming pool in your garden is a project every owner should put a lot of thought in. Regardless of what type of pool you want, the fact is that this feature will probably be the most visible and decorative feature of your garden and it’s more or less long-term if not permanent.

There are various types of backyard pool options available, most common ones being:

  • Inground pool,
  • Above ground pool,
  • Jacuzzi pool

For the best option, first evaluate the size available for the pool. The type of terrain of your property is also very important, because it can benefit or take away the charm of the swimming pool design.

For example, if your garden is in a row of semi-detached houses, you probably won’t have the luxury to install the amazing infinity edge whereas if your garden is located on top of a hill and you have a fabulous view over the city, the infinity inground pool is probably your preferred option.

Table of Contents

  • Inground Backyard Pool
  • Above the ground backyard pool
  • Jacuzzi backyard pool
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Inground Backyard Pool

inground Swimming Pool

Cost of inground pool: Starting price around $8,000

Inground pools also take much more time and money to be built and they are the more permanent features of your garden. Be sure that you hire the best workers for the job, as bad construction can result in future maintenance problems and higher costs. Also decide the purpose of your swimming pool prior to the construction so that you will easily determine the appropriate style.

If you intend to spend a lot of time inside exercising and perhaps playing with your kids, it should probably have different design than if you are going to mainly use it for relaxing and entertaining your friends at garden parties. Don’t forget to design the patio area around your pool as you don’t want to have dirt and mud around when using it.

Above the ground backyard pool

Above-The-Ground-Swimming-Pool

Cost of above ground pool: Starting price around $600

If you are not sure if inground installation is the best idea, why not go for the above ground pool. This one is much more flexible and you can easily get rid of it in case you get tired of it later on.

With the above ground swimming pool again make sure what is the purpose of it as there are various offers on the market. If you are building it for your children, consider what depth is most appropriate and safe for them. How many people will be using it etc.

Jacuzzi backyard pool

jacuzzi-pool

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Many people with large backyards, combine inground and jacuzzi pools for obvious reasons. Each one has a completely different function and provides different user experience. However a large inground pool with Jacuzzi functionality will cost a lot.

If your garden is small and you have no intention in using the pool for recreational reasons, a small jacuzzi pool is definitely for you. These small Jacuzzi pools are also called whirlpools or hot tubs. They incorporate massaging jet streams with warm water for hydrotherapy or relaxation.

Cost of small Jacuzzi hot tub: Starting price around $2,000

Not necessarily the cheapest version of outdoor pools, but in a sense of user experience surely the most satisfying one.

Below, you will also find a gallery of various swimming pool images to get some ideas for your own home as well.

Swimming-Pool-And-Lanai

A swimming pool spa and lanai in Florida.

This swimming pool fascinates with a curvy outline and a private jacuzzi area. It it is tiled with mixed blue mosaic on the inside and pool deck is laid with stone. The whole pool area has a see-through roof above.

Large Pool

Large swimming pool at executive home in Florida

Here is another irregularly shaped swimming pool. With water so blue that it’s mesmerizing, it certainly looks nice and alluring. The landscape design around the pool is another nice touch to the whole setting.

Luxury-Home-With-Swimming-Pool

Rear view of luxury home with swimming pool

This swimming pool feels so close to nature with its pool deck set in stone. It features a small water slide that is a nice fun touch to the design.

Above-The-Ground-Swimming-Pool

An oval shape above the ground swimming pool and wooden deck.

An above the ground pool is a neat and low-budget alternative to a regular swimming pool. It may not look as fancy but it certainly is just as fun. With some proper landscape design around, it can be a pretty good-looking addition to any backyard.

Pool-Beauty

Photo of a beautiful swimming pool with some plants and trees on the sides.

Here is a fancy swimming pool with a cool feature that makes a great point of interest. A decorative water certainly takes this pool design to the next level making it more fun and unique.

Indoor Swimming-Pool

Swimming Pool and Spa with Lake View

Here is a nice looking swimming pool with an irregular shape and a round jacuzzi on one end. It also has a decorative feature made of stone with a tiny little waterfall on the other end.

View-Of-Screened-In-Swimming-Pool

Screened in pool and lanai in Florida with sitting area

This covered backyard pool is finished with terracotta tiles and features a raised jacuzzi and a wide pool deck area. The glazed roof is a nice feature – with it the pool area can be enjoyed all year round.

Swimming-Pool-And-Spa

A swimming pool and spa at a home in Florida

Here is another private pool with a small round jacuzzi area. This one is also fully enveloped by clear glass wall and roof panels on a metal frame. It has a beautiful view of the lush green landscape that’s around.

Luxurious-In-Ground-Pool

Small but luxurious in ground pool and patio. This partly wooded backyard
offers the same level of luxury found in many vacation resorts.

This octagonal swimming pool rests in the middle of a nice green lawn, and is surrounded by trees. It feels really private and refreshing. There’s plenty of room available for chaise lounge chairs and other seating options.

Swimming-Pool-with-a-Water-Slide

Swimming pool with a white water slide in a quiet backyard.

This private backyard swimming pool is simple in design but it has a lot of fun to offer. It features a nice little waterslide that will certainly provide endless hours of fun for the whole family and especially the kids.

The-Blue-Pool

Pool with blue water and garden

This mosaic-laid kidney-shaped swimming pool is built in the backyard of a private countryside home. It has a stone-laid pool deck from which you can bask in the sun and enjoy the beautiful environment.


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About Glenn Prescot

I'm Glenn Prescot, an Interior Designer originally from Kansas USA and now living in Europe. I am a fan of DIY, home design, gardening and anything related to home interiors and exteriors. I'm also interested in crafts and Home Improvement projects.

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  1. Afton Jackson says

    August 10, 2020 at 12:49 am

    I loved your example of using a backyard pool as a jacuzzi and as a means for relaxation or hydrotherapy. My brother has recently gotten into spa treatments as his favorite way of relaxing, and now that he’s busier at work, he has less time for going to treatments and professional services. Now that I remember that he has an unused swimming pool in his backyard, it might be best for him to look for a spa service that can help him convert it into a jacuzzi or home-spa so he can enjoy the same treatment at home.

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