Summer’s Last Fling

August 25, 2023
Updated:
October 25, 2023
Summer’s Last Fling
(Courtesy of Kozyard, Klipsch, Fire Sense, Cuisinart, Jaxx Juniper)

Get ready to host the best end-of-summer party in the neighborhood with these very practical items that give the feel of a resort to any patio.

(Kozyard)
(Kozyard)
$1,899.99, Kozyard.com

Spending a lazy afternoon or evening on the patio with friends and family can be made even more enjoyable with this attractive gazebo providing protection from the rain or searing UV rays. At 12-by-12-feet, it has ample room for lounge chairs or a table and chairs. The sturdy galvanized aluminum “double roof” provides great ventilation and has attachment points for fans and lights.

(Klipsch)
(Klipsch)
$329, Crutchfield.com

Time spent on the patio is made even better by the ambiance of a custom soundtrack of favorite music emanating from this speaker, cleverly disguised as a rock. Made by Klipsch, an industry leader in speakers, it features a 6 1/2-inch woofer and two 3/4-inch tweeters to provide crisp, clear music quality, and weighs 13 pounds to keep it securely in place.

(Fire Sense)
(Fire Sense)
$141.90, HomeDepot.com

It will soon start to get a bit chilly at night in many parts of the country, but with this tabletop heater, you’ll be able to extend your patio time. The manufacturer says it can raise the immediate surrounding temperature by up to 20 degrees. Fueled by disposable one-pound propane cylinders that provide about three hours of heat, it features a push-button igniter and an auto shut-off tilt valve for safety.

(Cuisinart)
(Cuisinart)

The Right Tools for the Job

Cuisinart 20-Piece Deluxe Grill Set
$79.95, Williams-Sonoma.com

Grillmasters know that having the right tool is the key to great results every time, and this 20-piece set has everything needed to serve perfect steaks, burgers, chicken, and more. The stainless-steel carry case holds tongs, a silicone basting brush, corn holders, a spatula with a bottle opener in the handle, shish kabob skewers, and a digital thermometer to ensure the correct inner temperature of the meat.

(Jaxx Juniper)
(Jaxx Juniper)
$169.99, HomeDepot.com

Those who haven’t experienced the bliss of a bean bag chair are in for a treat when they sink into this fun furniture. Designed to provide back support as well as a form-fitting seat, they are available in a wide variety of colors. The secret is the thousands of tiny polystyrene beads that mold around the “sitter.” A handle allows easy moving, and the fade-resistant covers are machine washable.

Bill Lindsey is an award-winning writer based in South Florida. He covers real estate, automobiles, timepieces, boats, and travel topics.