In short: Gazebo with a covered terrace No. 25-51 combines a glazed room and an open terrace protected from rain under a single hip roof. The terrace is enclosed on two sides by a wooden barrel-stave railing, and the roof is held up by square timbers with diagonal braces. The size, finishing and equipment are agreed with each customer individually.
Half glass, half terrace: how this gazebo is divided
One look at the photo shows that the structure is divided into two nearly equal parts. On the left is a room with sliding glass, where a wooden bench stands. On the right is a terrace under the same roof, open at the front and fenced at the end and on the side by a railing. Both parts share a common floor and a common roof, so you move from one to the other without thresholds or steps.
This division lets you choose according to the weather and your mood. On a warm, quiet day it is pleasant to sit on the terrace, feeling the breeze and hearing the garden. When the wind picks up, rain arrives or the evening turns cool, the company moves behind the glass. On summer evenings both zones work together: the table is laid inside, while on the terrace people chat or wait for the barbecue to cook.
Unlike a fully enclosed gazebo, this version does not lose its connection with the outdoors. And unlike a fully open one, it has a room where you can leave furniture and cushions without fear that slanting rain will soak them.
Who does this combination suit best? First of all, families who spend a lot of time in the yard and want a spot for both sunny and rainy days. Also those who often have guests: the terrace becomes a lobby and a place to chat, and the room becomes the dining area. Finally, a gazebo with a covered terrace is also good for those who love peace and quiet: in the morning you can have coffee on the terrace, and in the afternoon settle in with a book indoors.
A gazebo with a covered terrace and a barrel-stave railing
The terrace railing is one of the most attractive details of this gazebo. It is built of vertical staves with pointed tops and small gaps between them. Crossbars join the staves at the top and the bottom. The railing is not tall: it shields you from the wind at floor level and creates the impression of a cozy corner, but it does not block the view.
A railing like this resembles traditional country fences, so the gazebo looks not only practical but also a little nostalgic. It goes well with green plants, a row of thujas and flower beds. A fenced terrace is also safer when small children play on it: they cannot run straight out onto the paving.
The terrace roof is part of the main hip roof. It is covered with brown tiles, and neatly worked beams can be seen under the roof edge. Thanks to the roof you can sit on the terrace even in the rain: the floor stays dry, and the railing keeps the wind from blowing rain in from the side.
In spring and autumn the covered terrace becomes an intermediate space between the yard and the room. You can leave boots, umbrellas or baskets of vegetables there so you do not have to carry them inside. In summer it is convenient to put the grill nearer the open side and the table in the room behind the glass. In winter the roof leaves a dry place for firewood or garden tools until the warm season comes.
Wooden furniture behind the glass
In the glazed section you can see through the glass a wooden bench with a high back and curved legs. It is made of natural wood, so it matches the shade of the gazebo walls and floor. This furnishing shows how the gazebo looks when in use, but the choice of furniture is up to you.
Laukbaldis makes outdoor furniture from solid oak. It is created by experienced craftsmen, and the knots, grain and natural curve of the wood make each piece unique. Oak furniture is heavy and stable, so it suits both an enclosed room and a terrace. You will find more examples in the section oak garden and outdoor furniture.
Glass is fitted on two sides of the room: one group of panels faces the front, the other the terrace. The left end of the room is covered with boards, and in front of the front glass a narrow strip of floor is left under the roof, supported at the corner by a separate post. This way the room gets plenty of light, and from inside you can see both the yard and the terrace through the glass.
Posts with braces and warm wood
The roof is held up by square-section timbers. Diagonal braces are fixed to the top of each post, joining the post to the beam and strengthening the structure. The braces not only do their job but also give the gazebo the look of a classic timber-frame building.
Looking more closely, you can see that the posts are not completely plain: about halfway up, their edges are chamfered, so the timber seems to be divided into two parts. A small detail like this gives the posts a lighter feel and shows careful work. The bottoms of the posts rest on the floor frame, and the frame itself is raised above the paving, so rain water runs off under the floor and does not collect by the wood.
All the wood is finished in a warm, amber shade. In the sun it looks bright and lively, and on a cloudy day calm and brown. The board walls, posts, railing and floor are all one tone, so the structure looks unified and not assembled from separate parts.
A paved area and a green backdrop
The gazebo stands on a large area of gray paving stones. That is a convenient solution: there is no mud around the structure, you do not have to mow the lawn right up to the walls, and rain water drains away quickly. From the paved area you step onto the terrace simply through the open front.
Around it you can see dense thujas, tall spruces, a birch and shrubs with white hydrangea blooms. The green backdrop screens the gazebo from the neighbors on several sides, so even the open terrace stays private. The light paving and the dark green plants bring out the warm color of the wood. At midsummer noon, as in the photo, the roof casts a deep shadow on the terrace floor, so it is cool there even when the paved area is heated by the sun.
If you are planning a similar spot in your own yard, think about where the open side of the terrace will be. It is best when it opens onto the part of the yard where you spend the most time, and the railing stands where the wind blows from or where the neighboring plot is.
Before you call: what to decide
The website shows only typical examples, so this gazebo can be changed. Before ordering, think about:
- The ratio of room to terrace. In the photo they are of similar size, but you can have a larger room or a more spacious terrace.
- The railing. What shape and height of railing you like best, and on which sides it is needed.
- The glazing. Which walls of the room will be glass and which wooden.
- The shade of the wood and the color of the roof. They are worth matching with the house and the other buildings in the yard.
- The base. In the photo the floor frame is raised above the paving on supports. What kind of base you need in your yard depends on the size and the soil, so it is discussed separately.
It helps to measure in advance how much room you can give the gazebo in your yard and to think about how many people usually gather. If you have photos of your yard or examples you like, have them ready: the conversation will go faster and the decisions will be clearer.
For comparison, take a look at the gazebo with a covered terrace and profiled columns No. 25-2, the semi-enclosed gazebo with a terrace No. 25-11.5 and the glazed gazebo with a wraparound terrace No. 25-23. You will find all the examples in the section wooden gazebos, and ideas for railings and bridges in the section wooden bridges and fences.
Care and ordering
A covered terrace suffers less from rain than an open deck, but the bottoms of the posts, the ends of the railing staves and the edges of the floor still meet moisture. In spring it is worth inspecting them and, if the wood has turned pale or started to absorb water, renewing the protective coating. Apply it especially carefully to the pointed tops of the staves, because wood takes up moisture fastest through its ends.
Regularly clean the tracks of the sliding glass of sand and leaves. Sweep the paved area by the gazebo so that sand is not carried inside on shoes.
After rainy days open the sliding glass and let the room air out. That way the floor and furniture dry faster, and less moisture builds up inside. In winter it is worth sweeping wind-blown snow off the terrace floor, especially by the railing, where it tends to pile up.
UAB “Laukbaldis” has worked 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. 25-51. During the call you will discuss the size, the terrace railing, the glazing and the finishing.
Frequently asked questions
Is the terrace in this gazebo protected from rain?
Yes, the terrace is under the same hip roof as the glazed room. At the end and on the side it is enclosed by a barrel-stave railing, which also holds back part of the wind.
What is the terrace railing made of?
The railing is built of vertical wooden staves with pointed tops, joined by crossbars. Its shape and height can be discussed when you order.
Is the bench included?
In the photo you can see a wooden bench in the room, but that is only one example of furnishing. Whether the gazebo comes with furniture is agreed when you order, and Laukbaldis also makes solid oak outdoor furniture.
Can I have a larger terrace and a smaller room?
Yes, the ratio of the parts is agreed individually. The website shows only typical examples.
How do I look after a barrel-stave railing?
In spring inspect the tops and bottoms of the staves, because moisture collects there most often. If needed, renew the protective coating made for exterior wood.
How do I order gazebo No. 25-51?
Call us and quote No. 25-51. We will discuss the size, the terrace, the railing, the glazing and the shade of the wood.
