I think pretty much all of America is checking out at 2 p.m. today. That’s when the U.S. Men’s National Team faces Belgium in the knockout round of the FIFA World Cup. If you’re not enjoying the action in Brazil, then picture yourself in one of these amazing backyards with a cool beer in hand and the Stars and Stripes draped over your shoulders.
All you need is a bar, a TV, a pool, and a bucket of cold ones. Grab your remote, folks, and jump!
1) 9573 Bella Terra Drive, Fort Worth
This is my favorite out of the bunch because it has an awesome courtyard, covered poolside loggias, and a cool fire feature. This beautiful Mediterranean is just amazing, too, with more than 7,000 ultra-lux square feet in the Montserrat neighborhood.
2) 2102 Cedar Elm Terrace, Westlake
This backyard is GORGEOUS, and the multi-tiered pool is a perfect place to watch the soccer match. This beautiful Hill Country Modern home in Vaquero is phenomenal, and has a fire pit, fishing dock, and chipping green!
3) 6821 Lahontan Drive, Fort Worth
With an epic outdoor kitchen and a gorgeous pool overlooking the fabulous Mira Vista Country Club, you can play nine after you finish watching the U.S./Belgium match. Invite a foursome over to your almost 5,000-square-foot European-style traditional and then hit the links!
4) 4021 Marquette Street, University Park
Built in 2006, this gorgeous Craft Barnett Homes custom is in tip-top shape. It’s close to the city, too, so you can leave at the last possible minute to come home and kick your shoes off before the game. Start grilling dinner on your outdoor kitchen while you have a cold brew, too!
5) 1072 Camellia Drive, Dallas
Tucked inside the Preston Royal area is this stucco-clad beauty with tons of outdoor amenities, including a gorgeous pool, chipping green, and an outdoor bar that takes me back to Key West. Seriously, this bar is where I would watch all of the soccer! And baseball! And golf! It’s just that fun!
