On a recent consultation, I came across something that was interesting. The owner had a small enclosed patio area, hmmm, it looks like it could have potential, and I noticed that it had a hot tub, and it was on. As I walked closer I noticed, there were live Koi swimming around in the Hot tub. Long story short, the hot tub wasn't working properly, and the hole was there in the patio and ground for it. His ex-wife always wanted a koi pond, so he decided to give her what she wanted.
He was trying to sell the home. Taking the hot tub out would leave a huge hole, and cost more than he wanted to spend. So I suggested draining it and getting the heavy plastic liner and covering the entire tub including top ledge, and placing rocks, and plants around the top to look like a real koi pond that had always been there.
He loved the idea, but haven't heard if he followed through with it. If he does I will post the new photos.
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What a cute idea Cindy!
Even without the spa working properly, with plants all around and the soothing sounds of the koi pond, this can still be a pleasant place to relax.
Have a great day!
Nyana - Office Manager, Barbara Kehl Realty
This is called thinking outside the box. You managed to come up with a viable solution so that the seller did not have to guarantee the hot tub worked to the new owners. Well done. Can't wait to see the photos if the seller decides to follow through on your suggestion.
Barbara-It really could, because you could see it from alot of rooms.
Michelle-Thanks, I think new homeownwers will like it.
Cindy,
My partner has a saying...........adapt and conquer
I love creative minds Cindy and love it when people think outside the box! You rock!
Cindy, you made the right recommendation. Whenever buyers see something peculiar, the rest of the house just fades away. I hope he follows your suggestion!
Great idea, who wouldn't want a koi pond. It looks beautiful.
Joyce
Oh my.. now that is just to funny
Oh goodness, not sure how much of a selling point for a buyer hoping for a hot tub, but certainly creative.
oh my loved your idea. The hot tub with fish just makes me think of cooking...let us know what happens. Kym