In short: Gazebo with a low fence No. 15-7 is a wooden windbreak shelter whose back and side are closed with boards, while in front there is a large terrace partly enclosed by a low picket fence of boards. The deck reaches the very shore of the pond, and the roof is held up by forked natural trunks. The size, the height of the low fence and other details are agreed with the customer individually.
A gazebo with a low fence by a homestead pond
The photo was taken in summer at a country homestead. In front of the gazebo lies a small pond, irises grow along its bank, and the shore is reinforced with field stones. Beside it stands an old wooden trough turned into a flower planter, and in the background you can see a gray wooden farm building and garden shrubs. The gazebo looks here like a natural part of a country yard and not like a foreign body.
The edge of the terrace comes right up to the stone-reinforced shore of the pond, so a view of the water opens up straight from it. A place like this is especially charming in the evenings, when the water reflects the sky and a coolness breathes off the pond. The left part of the terrace is fenced on several sides by a low wooden fence, while the right part, by the trough with flowers, is left open. The fenced place is especially handy when children play by the water.
It is the low fence that sets this work apart from other windbreak shelters. It turns an open deck into a cozy, clearly defined space, like a little yard by the gazebo. The low fence is not tall, so it does not block the view, yet sitting on the terrace you feel protected.
The terrace here is spacious. That is convenient when many people gather at the homestead: some sit at the table under the roof, others stand or sit on the terrace, and still others go down to the water. Several chairs, loungers or a play corner for children fit easily on the deck, and in the evening you can set out candles or lanterns there.
A picket low fence with rounded tops
The low fence is built of vertical boards with rounded tops. The boards are fixed to two horizontal crossbars, with small gaps between them. This classic picket fence recalls old country fences, only here it is painted the same warm amber shade as the whole gazebo.
The same low fence is also built under the roof, between the front columns on the right. It closes off part of the entrance and creates a separate seating place by the table, so the inside of the shelter looks cozier. On the left side, where there is no low fence, a free entrance from the terrace is left.
The height of the low fence, the shape of the boards and the gaps can be changed. If you want to open the terrace more to the view, a low fence on only one or two sides is enough. If you need more safety by the water, the low fence can run around the whole deck. Other places in the yard can be fenced with a similar picket fence, and you will find examples of fences and bridges in a separate section of the website.
The rounded tops of the boards are not only a decorative detail. A rounded end has no sharp corners, so clothes snag on it less, and rain water runs off it faster and does not collect at the end of the board. Because of this the tops of the boards stay sound longer.
Forked trunks and closed walls
The roof is held up by natural-shape peeled trunks. The central trunk divides into two thick branches that hold up the roof beam like hands, and two crossbars are fixed between them. The left trunk is curved too, with a branch rising upward. In the right corner a column cuts into the board wall and highlights its edge.
The back and the right side are closed with long vertical boards. On the right several panels in a row are closed, so from that side the gazebo is completely enclosed. This makes a real windbreak shelter: it is calm inside even if a strong wind blows over the homestead, and those sitting at the table are protected from outside eyes.
It is worth turning the closed side toward the part of the yard where there is less to do or look at: toward the road, the plot of a neighbor or the farm buildings. In the photo the open front and the terrace are turned toward the pond, exactly where the nicest view is.
Inside you can see a table and benches. Enough light gets in through the open front, and the darker board walls create a cozy shade on a hot day.
The crossbars fixed to the trunks can become little shelves: it is handy to put a cup, a phone or a lantern on them. Small things like this appear naturally when craftsmen work with curved wood and look for ways to use its shape. Each trunk is chosen individually, so even two gazebos of the same series never look alike.
A roof with an arched bump
The multi-pitched roof is covered with dark brown asphalt shingles whose pattern resembles scales. On the left slope you can see an unusual detail: a small arched bump that recalls the eye of a skylight. It breaks up the uniform roof plane and gives the gazebo playfulness.
Asphalt shingles adapt well to roof shapes, so details like this are easier to cover with them than with hard roofing. The roof edge projects beyond the columns, and round rafter ends can be seen under it. The dark roof contrasts nicely with the light, honey-colored wood and the greenery around.
Looking after asphalt shingles is simple: once a year inspect the roof edges and the ridge, especially after strong winds. If trees grow above the gazebo, remove leaves and twigs from the roof so that water runs off freely. If you notice a lifted shingle, it is worth fastening it at once, before water gets under the covering.
What the photo shows
The table lists the most important details of this product. It is a typical example, so each of them can be changed.
| Feature | In the photo |
|---|---|
| Multi-pitched asphalt shingle roof | Yes, dark brown |
| Arched bump in the roof slope | Yes |
| Forked trunk posts | Yes |
| Closed back and side wall | Yes |
| Large wooden terrace | Yes, down to the pond shore |
| Picket low fence around the terrace | Yes, partly |
| Table and benches inside | Yes |
What to think about when building a shelter by a pond
A gazebo by the water is a dream for many homestead owners, but the spot is worth choosing thoughtfully. Laukbaldis shows only typical examples, so before ordering consider:
- Distance to the water. The soil on the shore is often softer and damper, so the base is worth discussing separately.
- The low fence. If small children visit the homestead, a low fence on the water side is very useful.
- Closed sides. The wind over open water is often stronger, so turn the closed wall toward that side.
- The size of the terrace. Think about whether you will only sit on the deck or also put loungers, chairs or toys for the children on it.
A gazebo by a pond is used not only in summer. In spring it is pleasant to watch the shore come back to life, and in autumn to sit through a quiet afternoon when the water is calm and birds fly around. The closed walls hold back the wind, so the season in the gazebo starts earlier and ends later than in an open yard.
Near water the wood takes on more moisture, so give its care a bit more attention. In spring inspect the terrace floor and the bottom of the low fence: water lingers there longest. If the surface has turned pale or has begun to absorb moisture, renew the protective coating. In autumn sweep the leaves off the terrace and the twigs off the roof so that the covering dries faster.
The beautiful combination of a gazebo and a pond depends on the surroundings as well. In the photo the shore is planted with irises and reinforced with stones, so the edge of the terrace does not disappear in mud or reeds. If the shore is landscaped like this, the gazebo is reflected nicely in the water, and it is convenient to approach from all sides.
You will find more examples in the section wooden gazebos. Similar works are the windbreak shelter with a terrace No. 15-5, the log gazebo by a pond No. 26 and the wooden windbreak shelter No. 15-8. Examples of fences and bridges are given in the section wooden bridges and fences.
How to order gazebo No. 15-7
UAB “Laukbaldis” has made wooden products since 1996 and, as the company states, was the first in Lithuania to start making this production. The company is based in Dapkiškių village, Tauragės district.
Call +370 687 25388 and quote No. 15-7. During the call you will discuss the size of the gazebo and the terrace, the length and height of the low fence, the roofing and the base. If the gazebo will stand by water, tell us about the soil of the shore and the distance to the pond: then it is easier to choose the right solution. If you have photos or a plan of the homestead with the pond and buildings marked, have them ready in advance.
Do not hesitate to ask about changes: the website shows only typical examples. The low fence can be replaced with a different one, the roof bump can be left out, and the terrace can be made larger or smaller. Natural trunks are different every time, so your gazebo will be similar but unique.
Frequently asked questions
Can the low fence run around the whole terrace?
Yes, the length and position of the low fence are discussed when you order. It can run around the whole deck or only along the water side, if you want a more open view.
Can a gazebo be built right by a pond?
In the photo the edge of the terrace reaches the very shore of the pond. The soil on a shore is damper, so the base is worth discussing according to the conditions of your plot.
What is the bump on the roof?
It is a decorative arched detail in the roof slope that recalls the eye of a skylight. Whether your gazebo needs it can be decided when you order.
Does the terrace floor need more frequent care?
Yes, the terrace is not under a roof, and the air by water is damper. Inspect the floor and the bottom of the low fence every year and, if needed, renew the protective coating.
Is there room for a table with benches inside?
Yes, in the photo a table with benches stands under the roof. It is worth matching the size of the shelter to how many people usually sit at the table.
Can another part of the yard be fenced with the same picket fence?
It can, and this is worth discussing when you order. You will find examples of fences and bridges in the section on wooden bridges and fences.
