Quote Originally Posted by HZSandman View Post

I would recomend a salt water swim spa sized pool conected to gas. Have amate with one. Heats up in a few hours so he can still use it at nights etc.
that is what we will do in our next house...

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Quote Originally Posted by Blocker View Post
Should have made this a pool poll.

It's not an investment question, I know the PITA they can be because of maintenance but the leisure, and having a 'base' for the kids and their mates is a massive plus.
That is what an Australian back yard pool is all about...there is nothing nicer than the sound of happy kids splashing in our pool, now its our nephews turn as our kids have left...kids in pool, us sitting around it with drinks on a hot summer evening....can't beat it....