In short: Enclosed gazebo with a terrace No. 25-13 is a wooden gazebo with a hip roof and sliding glass on two sides, to which an open terrace with a slatted fence is attached. The roof is held up by natural trunks with shelves, and all the wood is covered with a light honey shade. The size, the shape of the terrace and the finishing are agreed individually.
An enclosed gazebo with a terrace in the rain
This photo was taken on a rainy day. The boards of the terrace gleam with water, the air is full of moisture, and in the background are a dark pine wood and an old wooden building. It is exactly such a day that best shows what an enclosed gazebo is for: it is raining outside, but behind the glass it is dry, bright and cozy.
The gazebo consists of two parts. On the left is an enclosed, glazed room under a hip roof, where you can sit in any weather. On the right is an open terrace without a roof, meant for sunny days. Both parts share the same floor, so you go from the room onto the terrace simply by sliding the glass aside.
The roof is a hip roof covered with dark tiles, and its edge extends widely beyond the walls. Under the edge of the roof runs a light wooden cornice, which together with the trunks and walls forms a unified, warm picture even on a gray, rainy day.
The gazebo was photographed on an asphalt area, so it is clear that its floor and the terrace stand on separate supports and not directly on the ground. Such a base allows the structure to be built both on a hard surface and on a lawn.
An enclosed gazebo with a terrace is a solution for those who do not want to choose between an open and an enclosed gazebo. You get both in one place: a warm room sheltered from the wind and a sunny terrace where you can sunbathe or have dinner under the open sky. Such a gazebo suits larger families in which everyone likes to relax in their own way.
Rain is the best test of a gazebo
Many people appreciate a gazebo on a sunny day, but its true value becomes clear when it rains. In this photo the difference is plain to see: the terrace is wet, the sky is reflected in its boards, while the interior of the gazebo under the roof and behind the glass stays dry. There you can sit calmly at the table, drink tea and watch the rain.
On a rainy day it is especially useful that the floor is raised. Water runs down off the terrace and soaks in or drains away, and the floor joists and the lower boards do not stand in a puddle. This is one of the most important conditions for wood outdoors to stay strong for a long time.
The boards of the terrace are laid with small gaps, so water does not collect on them but runs down. After rain the terrace dries quickly, especially when the wind blows or the sun comes out. The light honey shade helps you see where it is still damp and where it is already dry.
The overhang of the roof protects the glass too. Although the rain falls slantwise, most of the water does not reach the glass walls, so they stay cleaner. The trunks and walls under the edge of the roof also get less wet, so their coating stays in good order longer.
On rainy days an enclosed gazebo with a terrace becomes a place where you can be in nature and not get wet. This is especially valuable when many people are visiting the farmstead and there would not be room for everyone in the house.
The sound of rain on the roof, the smell of wet wood and the view through the glass of a damp pine wood: this is an experience that you cannot feel either at home or in an open gazebo. It is for moments like these that it is worth choosing an enclosed gazebo rather than just an open terrace or a canopy over a table, which does not protect from slanting rain and wind.
Trunks with shelves
The roof is held up by natural trunks, and each of them is different. In the left corner stands a trunk with winding, almost braided branches, to which a small shelf is fixed. At the front is a trunk that forks into a Y, with a long board fitted between the branches. On the right, at the transition to the terrace, stands another leaning trunk, one branch of which supports the corner of the roof.
The shelves on the trunks are both practical and attractive. You can put a cup, a candle or a phone on them, and when you are standing on the terrace, a drink. Such details turn natural forms into useful furniture.
The trunks are covered with the same light shade as the rest of the gazebo. In the photo their wet wood gleams and brings out the growth rings and curves. Every gazebo like this is unique, because two identical trunks cannot grow.
Sliding glass in dark frames is fitted between the trunks. At the front there are three large sections, and on the side, towards the terrace, two more. Through the glass you can see a wooden floor and a dark table inside. The glass reflects the surroundings too, the trees, the fields and the sky, so the gazebo looks light and open.
The trunk in the left corner is especially interesting. Its branches wind around one another and form a kind of relief on the corner of the gazebo. Such a shape cannot be planned or repeated: it was created by nature itself, and the craftsmen only chose it and fitted it.
The slatted fence and the corner of the terrace
At the end of the terrace there is a wooden fence of vertical slats joined by horizontal rails. A broad handrail finishes it at the top, and a taller post stands in the corner. The fence separates the terrace from the rest of the plot and creates a feeling of a cozy, enclosed space.
The other sides of the terrace are open, so you can step onto it from several places. The terrace is large: a table with chairs, sun loungers or several planters fit on it. On a sunny day it becomes a place to enjoy the warmth, while the gazebo next to it remains a spare shelter to which you can move as soon as a cloud arrives.
The slats of the fence are set closely, but there are gaps between them, so it does not block the view or look massive. Through it you can see the surrounding landscape: a field, trees and an old building.
When planning a terrace, it is worth thinking about whether you need a fence on only one side, as in the photo, or on several. If the terrace is raised higher or small children play nearby, the fence can run along more sides. If the terrace is low and there is a garden around, one fence on the windward side or the neighbors’ side is enough.
Summary of the photo
The table lists what the photo of this gazebo shows. It is a typical example, not the only possible option.
| Feature | In the photo |
|---|---|
| Hip roof with dark tiles | Yes |
| Sliding glass at the front and on the side | Yes |
| Natural trunks with shelves | Yes |
| Open terrace | Yes |
| Slatted fence with a handrail | Yes |
| Light honey-shade finish | Yes |
| A roof over the terrace | No |
A gazebo by a pine wood: what to consider
Behind the gazebo rises a tall pine wood. Many farmsteads in Lithuania are located in just such places, so it is worth knowing what to pay attention to when building a wooden gazebo next to conifers.
- Needles and cones. They fall on the roof and the terrace, so these surfaces will need cleaning more often.
- Resin. It can drip onto the roof or the terrace if the gazebo stands directly under pine trees.
- Shade. A pine wood casts a lot of shade, so it is worth orienting the terrace towards the sunny side.
- Moisture. The air is damper near a forest, so a raised, ventilated base is especially important.
In a similar setting stands the glazed gazebo with tree-trunk columns No. 24-3, and the gazebo with an open terrace No. 25-9 is close in its combination of terrace and trunks. You will find all the models in the section wooden gazebos, and fences in the section wooden bridges and fences.
Care and ordering
An open terrace is most exposed to rain and sun, so it is worth inspecting every spring. When the boards turn pale, become rough or water no longer beads up, clean the surface, let it dry and renew it with a product for exterior wood. Clear the gaps between the boards of needles and leaves so that water can drain freely.
Water can linger on the shelves of the trunks and between the branches, so inspect these places more carefully. Clean the tracks of the sliding glass periodically, and sweep needles off the roof. In winter it is better to sweep the snow off the terrace so that, as it melts, it does not soak the boards for long, and inspect the handrail of the fence in spring: water stays longest on its top.
UAB “Laukbaldis” has made wooden products since 1996 and, as the company states, was the first in Lithuania to start making this production. To order, call +370 687 25388 and quote No. 25-13. During the conversation you will agree on the size of the gazebo and the terrace, the glazing, the trunks, the fence and the base. If you have photos of your plot, prepare them: it makes it easier to decide on which side the terrace should be and where the enclosed part should go.
Frequently asked questions
Does it stay dry in an enclosed gazebo during rain?
Yes, the roof and the closed sliding glass protect the interior from rain. In the photo the terrace is wet, while the interior of the gazebo stays dry.
Can the terrace be covered by a roof?
In the photo the terrace is open so that it gets more sun. If you wish, a covered part of the terrace can be discussed when you order.
Can the gazebo be built on asphalt or paving blocks?
Yes, the gazebo stands on separate supports, so it can be built on a hard surface too. The solution for the base is discussed according to your site.
What should I do if the gazebo stands next to pine trees?
Clean needles off the roof and terrace more often, and debris out of the gaps between the boards. It is worth orienting the terrace towards the sunny side.
Can the fence be a different shape?
Yes, the height, shape and position of the fence are agreed individually. It can also be built on several sides of the terrace.
How do I order gazebo No. 25-13?
Call us and quote No. 25-13. We will discuss the size of the gazebo and the terrace, the glazing and the finishing.
