These to-die-for Cincinnati area homes take outdoor living to a whole new level.

Whether you’re a voyeur or a buyer, there is no shortage of “wow factor” with the luxury homes for sale now in the Southwest Ohio region. When it comes to backyards, these local homes have it all–no exotic location necessary.

Into the Wild in Mason

If you are a fan of organic spaces, you will especially love this backyard pool at 6646 Ross Lane, one of the homes for sale now by The Cameron Group in Mason, Ohio. Rocks, trees, a waterfall…it has all the elements of being out in the wild. Except, it’s not.

There’s nothing quite like enjoying the wilderness of your own backyard. But here you can be close to your kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom (none of which disappoint in this house). You can pretend like you’re on your own island, minus the stranded and deserted parts.

You won’t have problems finding friends to join you in this magical place once you make it your home. Mason, Ohio is a friendly suburban community close to Cincinnati with many wonderful down-to-earth people.

With a backyard like this one, 6646 Ross Lane in Mason could be your permanent happy place. Bonus: nearby Adesso Coffee will have your caffeine fix covered with gourmet lattes.

Rain or Shine on the River in Anderson Township

If you’re looking for homes for sale now, you might notice that the ones with pools are hot tickets. In fact, pools are on the list of “must-haves” for luxury home buyers, especially in 2020 when most of the world is re-discovering the art of staying home.

And when you have to stay home, you might as well enjoy some pool time along with fantastic river views at the same time, right? We think so!

This Anderson Township home delivers on both the pool and the river views. Check. And check. All you need to do is move in and get straight to relaxing.

Among the other homes for sale right now, this home stands out for having a large amount of covered porch space, so rainy days are, well, covered. You can work, learn, lounge, and enjoy an evening cocktail in whatever weather Ohio decides to serve up at the moment.

A Mid-Century Dream in Terrace Park

If you like the idea of your own estate farm, but prefer a house with a more modern look than your typical farmhouse, take a look at Sibcy Cline agent Steve Early’s listing at 742 Indian Hill Rd. in Terrace Park. This owner has taken the farm out of the house and updated to a sleek Mid-century decor with a sophisticated vibe on the back deck that will make your city friends feel right at home for outdoor parties.

No need to worry about being too far out in the country, your friends won’t have a long drive home from Terrace Park. Driving time to downtown is approximately 20 minutes with I-275 just 10 minutes away, giving easy access to all the major highways.

Of course, you’ll have plenty of room for guests to stay at 742 Indian Hill Rd. and all the amenities to entertain such as a pool, game room/theatre, a barn, and 4 acres to roam!

A Light-filled Country Estate in Anderson Township

Like a more classic vibe to your country estate dream home? 580 Chaswil Dr. in Anderson Township may be one of the homes for sale now that strikes your fancy. Much care has been taken in updating this 32-year-old estate to give it the modern touches that will allow you to move in and start enjoying the home right away, including the inviting outdoor spaces.

Imagine the summers in your own outdoor oasis in this Anderson Township home, conveniently located close to Cincinnati. It’s one of the Sibcy Cline homes for sale now that includes a pool, a must-have these days when we are all keeping close to home more often. One bonus in this home is the meticulously kept gardens. You’ll feel like you’re walking the English countryside right here in Southwest Ohio.

Sweeping Views in Indian Hill

Speaking of English countrysides, this home for sale now at 6250- Redbird Hollow Ln. in Indian Hill provides a view that rivals any we’ve seen near or far.

And you have plenty of room on this expansive brick patio to fit all your family, friends, food, and cocktails for an evening of watching the sun set over Cincinnati.

Originally a farming community that evolved into a rural weekend destination for city-dwellers, the Village of Indian Hill is now a short 5-minute drive from Kenwood Towne Centre, a bustling shopping destination in the area. This home for sale now offers both a retreat lifestyle along with the local amenities of shops and restaurants so you can have the best of both worlds at 6250 Redbird Hollow Ln.

Three-Season Living in Montgomery

If you are the type that likes the fresh air, but can do without the bugs, wind, sun, and rain, this back porch screen room at 7445 Stonemeadow Ln. is perfect for your tastes.

Much like this charming porch, the city of Montgomery where this listing is located still retains much of the country charm of its bygone days. The popular cluster of shops and businesses is just a few short minutes from your comfortable seat relaxing here with your book and coffee.

High on the Hillside in Indian Hill

Maybe instead of cozy back porches you prefer to have a birds-eye view of the land. Look no further than this balcony above Indian Hill at 7735 Rock Hill Ln. This listing perches you well above the tree tops for an unrivaled view.

With its location on a hillside, this home offers a variety of landscaping features, including both an upper balcony and a lower patio. The lower porch features a wading porch for you to relax and enjoy the view.

Check out more photos of this listing’s interesting features as well as many more local homes for sale at sibcycline.com.

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All listings in this post were currently on the market at the time of publishing. Please click the links under each photo to see the updated status of the listing.