Fire Pits That Bring Warmth, Atmosphere, and Gathering Space to Your Backyard

Whether you are adding a fire pit near an existing pool or planning a complete backyard upgrade, we help you think through placement, flow, seating, and how the feature fits the rest of your outdoor living space.

The Problems

Your Backyard Should Still Feel Inviting After the Sun Goes Down

A pool can make your backyard more enjoyable during the day. But many outdoor spaces feel unfinished in the evening. Once people are done swimming or eating, there may not be a natural place to gather, relax, or keep the conversation going.

You may be noticing:

  • The backyard feels less useful at night
  • Guests do not have a clear place to gather
  • The pool area feels disconnected from the seating area
  • The patio lacks a warm focal point
  • The space feels unfinished around the pool
  • You want more year-round use from your outdoor living area

A fire pit can help create a reason to stay outside longer.

Homeowner Concerns

Without a Focal Point, Outdoor Spaces Can Feel Disconnected

A backyard can have a pool, patio, and seating area but still feel like something is missing. When there is no natural gathering point, people spread out. When seating is not planned around how people talk and relax, the space gets used less. When the fire pit is added without thinking through flow, it can feel out of place.

The goal is not just to add fire. The goal is to create a comfortable place where people naturally want to gather.

That takes thoughtful placement, the right surrounding space, and a plan that connects the fire pit to the rest of the backyard.

Modern illuminated pool with fire pit features at night, perfect for outdoor kitchens.

Our Approach

Plan a Fire Pit That Feels Like It Belongs

Old Town Custom Pools helps homeowners plan fire pits as part of a more complete backyard environment.

We look at how the fire pit connects with the pool, patio, outdoor kitchen, seating, enclosure, and home. That way, the feature feels intentional instead of added on later.

Whether you want a quiet evening space, a gathering area for guests, or a stronger focal point near the pool, we can help you understand what may work for your property.

Built Different

Fire Pit Features to Consider

Your fire pit can be simple, built for entertaining, or integrated into a larger outdoor living plan. Depending on your goals and property, your project may include:

Built-In Fire Pit Area

Modern fire pit with surrounding stones, ideal for outdoor poolside relaxation.

A permanent gathering feature designed to feel connected to the patio, pool, and surrounding hardscape.

Ssurrounding chairs and umbrella, ideal for outdoor poolside relaxation.

Seating Integration

A layout that supports conversation, comfort, and the number of people you typically host.

Poolside lounge chair with umbrella, perfect for pool relaxation and outdoor comfort.

Poolside Placement

A fire pit location that complements the pool area without interrupting movement or usability.

Custom fire pit with brick finish

Hardscape Connection

Surfaces and transitions that make the fire pit feel like part of the full backyard design.

Kitchen cabinets with a built-in range hood, part of a custom pool house design.

Outdoor Kitchen Pairing

A plan that connects cooking, dining, and evening gathering into one usable outdoor environment.

Modern fire pit with lighting for outdoor living space.

Lighting and Atmosphere

Thoughtful placement that helps the space feel warm and inviting after dark.

How it Works

A Clear Process for Fire Pit Planning

Old Town Custom Pools helps you move from idea to a more complete outdoor living plan.

Free Consultation

Design & Planning

Estimate & Scope Review

Permitting & Construction

Final Walkthrough

Custom outdoor stone fireplace with chimney near a pool and landscaped yard.

Our Foundation

Why Homeowners Choose Old Town for Fire Pits

Backyard-First Planning

We look at how the fire pit works with your pool, patio, seating, outdoor kitchen, and surrounding outdoor space.

Outdoor Living Experience

Old Town understands how pools, hardscapes, fire pits, kitchens, and enclosures work together as one environment.

Custom Design Thinking

Your fire pit should fit your home, property, lifestyle, and budget instead of feeling like a standard add-on.

Clear Communication

You should understand the scope, decisions, and next steps before the project moves forward.

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Spaces Designed for Real Backyards

Financing

Financing Options May Help You Plan With More Flexibility

A fire pit or outdoor living project can be a meaningful investment in how you use your home.

Financing may help qualified homeowners plan their backyard improvements with more flexibility.

Old Town Custom Pools can connect you with financing options through our financing partner.

Lyon Financial

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Service Areas

Fire Pit Planning in St. Augustine and Northeast Florida

Old Town Custom Pools helps homeowners create fire pits and connected outdoor living spaces throughout St. Augustine and surrounding Northeast Florida communities.

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A Better Backyard Starts With a Team You Trust

Outdoor living projects involve your home, your property, and the way people gather outside.
That is why communication, planning, and craftsmanship matter.

Common Questions

Questions About Fire Pits

Yes. Fire pits can be discussed as part of a new pool project, an existing pool area, or a broader backyard improvement.

Yes. We can help you think through placement, seating, hardscape, movement, and how the fire pit connects with the pool and surrounding outdoor space.

Start with how you want to use the space. Seating, location, wind, comfort, movement, materials, and connection to the pool or patio can all affect the plan.

Yes. Fire pits can be planned with custom pools, hardscapes, outdoor kitchens, pool enclosures, and resurfacing as part of a complete outdoor living plan.

Cost depends on size, layout, materials, site conditions, surrounding hardscape, and overall project scope. A consultation can help you understand what may affect your investment.

Timeline depends on design, materials, scheduling, site conditions, weather, and project scope. Old Town Custom Pools can discuss timing considerations during your consultation.

Yes. Financing options are available through a financing partner for qualified homeowners.

Old Town Custom Pools serves St. Augustine and surrounding Northeast Florida communities, including Jacksonville, Flagler, Clay, Ponte Vedra, and nearby areas.

Start with a free consultation. We will talk through your backyard, goals, and the kind of firepit or outdoor living space you want to create.

Custom pool with spa and lounge area in a backyard setting.

Ready to Create a Backyard Gathering Space?

Tell us about your home, your current outdoor space, and how you want to gather, relax, and enjoy your backyard. Old Town Custom Pools will help you understand your options and the next best step.

No pressure. Just a clear conversation about your pool, your property, and what may be possible.