Beautiful Backyard Retreats

I've always dreamed of having an elegant stone patio surrounded by lovely shade trees and fragrant gardens.

Such beauty requires deep pockets, above average stone laying skills and a very green thumb.  I happen to possess none of these fine qualities, but, a girl can still dream...

Here are a few of my favorite backyard retreats I'd be more than happy to call home.

What's your vision of a perfect backyard retreat?

Dreaming of Enchanting Garden Paths

I love to spend a lazy afternoon enjoying the warmth of the sun and leisurely strolling through a beautifully tended garden.

There's something so enchanting about following a garden pathway, lightly shaded by the gracefully bowing branches of sun dappled trees.

The lovely fragrance of a thousand blossoms fill the air as butterflies dance gracefully amongst the flowers to the sweet melody of birds in song.

Come take a walk with me...

I've loved exploring these enchanting garden paths with you!  Do you feel as relaxed and peaceful as I do?

In fact, I think that now might be the perfect time for a lazy afternoon nap!