summer houses

Warm weather cottages

Summer houses are small buildings in gardens or parks, designed for relaxation during warm weather.

They're typically open-sided or lightly enclosed structures offering shade and a pleasant spot to sit: We took tea in the summer house overlooking the pond.

The term also refers to vacation homes used during summer months, especially in resort areas.

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orangery · pavilion · pergola · gazebo · screen porch · belvedere · country retreat · retreat · lakeside · log cabins · chalet · conservatory · yurt · leisure · bungalow · garden · garden shed · rustic charm

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Opposites
seasonal use

summer housesski chalets

Slope-side vacation homes

alpine huts · mountain lodges

permanence of residence

summer housesprimary residences

Main homes of occupancy

family homes

setting/location

summer housestownhouses

Adjoined multilevel residences

Family

summerhouse

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G