On the Hill Above Sudbury River

On the Hill Above Sudbury River

This property is situated on a hill above the Sudbury River that the client wanted to maintain the area around the house, but everything beyond left as the pasture it had been for so long. They also wanted a pool for their family, which began our work: we performed sub-surface drainage work, extensive grading and fill, and prepared for the pool utilities installation. Once access allowed, we immediately began work on the retaining wall at the garage. This would ensure the heavy grade from the above slope was retained and ensure the driveway was safe to access during construction. The style of the retaining wall chosen by the Landscape Architect and the client was a mix of ashlar and square/rectangular stones with deep-raked joints- this gives the appearance of the wall having been laid by hand rather than veneer. Another feature of this wall is the veneered pool wall, above ground on three sides and seamlessly blended into the foundation of the home. The spa was designed to sit inside the pool and run year-round. Around the site are thermal bluestone walkways, terraces, and steps, as well as spa and pool coping. The few reclaimed granite features can be seen as you move throughout the site as posts and pavers. Onyx brought in mature trees and seeded the pasture with wildflower mix to encourage biodiversity. The finishing touches on this extensive project included fencing, landscaping lighting, and custom bluestone planter boxes.

The Landscape Architect for this project was the incredible team at Stimson Studio, and the Environmental Pools was the contractor who brought this gorgeous pool to life.

MAINTENANCE

MEADOW CARE

POOL INSTALLATION

PAVING

EXCAVATION

RETAINING WALL

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WHAT WE CAN HELP YOU ACCOMPLISH

Walls & Steps

Add layers and interest to your landscaping and make it feel like an extension of your home. While these features look good, they also retain soil or water so that everything stays exactly where it ought to be through good and bad weather.
Outdoor Kitchens & Fire Pits

On gorgeous evenings, spoil your friends, family, and self with dinner made outdoors and then unwind in front of the fire. We believe places to bring people together are some of the most important features of your landscaping.
Lawns & Meadows

Whether you prefer the clean-cut look of turfgrass, or want a meadow to add biodiversity and reduce your carbon footprint, our team will create a yard you love opening up your windows to every day.
Pools & Features

Nothing invites you to relax like the sound and sight of water. Add some tranquility with an attractive waterfall feature, or become the house all your friends and family want to come to with the stunning inground pool you’ve always dreamed of.
Paving

From pathways to driveways, planning to installation, you can count on us for a smooth drive (or a leisurely walk around the garden).
Planting

Our horticulture experts go above and beyond for your flowers and greenery. They keep everything flourishing, healthy, and breathtaking for your landscaping. Visit our Horticultural Services to learn more.
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