This luxurious rural Hamptons-style garden elegantly surrounds a newly built home in Louth Park, Hunter Valley, designed to create a serene and sophisticated outdoor living space. The design’s primary intention is to enhance the streetscape while providing numerous opportunities for decorative feature pots. Sandstone cladding on the house facade and letterbox adds a textured focal point, bringing a sense of warmth and natural beauty to the overall aesthetic. The garden wraps around the home and its boundaries, maximizing the expansive lawn area of Tiff Tuff Couch grass, which brings a lush, golf-course-style grandeur to the space.
As you move through the garden, Bluestone organic steppers guide you down the side access, nestled within scoria pebbles and a soft Pratia ground cover that creates a natural, flowing feel. Large white sandstone logs form the perimeter of the garden, providing a level site and serving as both a defining feature and a seating area. A carefully placed Viburnum hedge offers privacy and creates a sense of enclosure, making the space feel intimate and inviting.
At the heart of the rear garden is the fibreglass in-ground pool, which stands as a centerpiece of this entertainer’s paradise. The pool is designed for both relaxation and socializing, with ample space for family and friends to gather and enjoy the outdoors. To the west of the pool, a stunning Hamptons-style pool cabana provides the perfect spot to unwind in luxury with cocktails by the poolside. The area surrounding the pool is thoughtfully planted with standard Iceberg Roses, Blue Fescue, Mauve Cuphea, and Society Garlic, creating a harmonious blend of color, texture, and fragrance that enhances the pool’s tranquil ambiance.
The rear garden’s edge is defined by hydro-split sandstone blocks, creating a walled border that adds visual interest and structure. This elegant edging also defines the fire-pit area, which is the perfect place for social gatherings. The fire-pit area is paved with Deco-Granite and features recycled brick and sandstone log seating, offering a versatile outdoor space for relaxation or entertaining. The design of this area is meant to bring people together, encouraging intimate gatherings and lively conversations, whether it’s a cozy evening around the fire or a casual gathering during the day.
The planting design further complements the garden’s elegance and tranquility, with Magnolia Little Gems and Crepe Myrtles providing height and structure, while the underplanting of Rhaphiolepsis Snow Maiden, Brachyscome, variegated Society Garlic, Camellias, and citrus trees adds layers of texture, color, and fragrance. These plants create a dynamic and ever-changing display throughout the seasons, enhancing the beauty of the space year-round.
To add depth and contrast to the overall design, Jaiba Stone Cladding by Artisan Exterior was incorporated into the house facade and letterbox. This natural stone element adds a touch of texture and elegance, blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape and the classic Hamptons aesthetic.
The design was brought to life with great care and attention to detail by Karl Drinkwater Landscapes, whose expertise in landscape construction ensured the vision was executed flawlessly. From the carefully chosen plantings to the strategic layout of features, this garden is a true testament to the seamless integration of luxury, functionality, and natural beauty, offering a peaceful and inviting sanctuary for the family to enjoy for years to come.
