The shaded back deck may be the most relaxing spot on the property.  It is large enough for pleasant gatherings but small enough to take care of easily.  Even in the heat of summer the breeze and shade allow for an enjoyable outdoor dinner. 

The west-facing view from the deck offers beautiful sunset viewing.

The row of mature trees creates the sense of a forest -- keep your eye out for the Merlin falcon who has been spotted on branches here several times.

String up a hammock and take a nap in the warm breeze.

The fountain waterfalls musically into the shallow pond and attracts red dragonflies in the spring and summer.

What do you envision to accompany the water lily? Koi goldfish?  A water garden?  Or the simplicity of how it is?

The mimosa on the south side of the home provides shade and also attracts hummingbirds daily (even 4 or 5 at a time!) when in bloom.  Currently the greenhouse has a forest of tomatoes and leafy greens - the covering extends the growing season to make it easy to get started early and enjoy the harvest longer.

The concord grapevine in the back corner produces several large bowlfuls of rich and delicious grapes every fall and had been trained to a short arbor.