Many homes are designed with entertaining in mind, but this mountain house is takes creative spaces and welcoming rooms up a notch. It comes complete with a myriad of outdoor spots, cozy nooks and small spaces that practically beg for guests to get lost in. Read on to find your favorite!

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An elevated wrap around back deck comes with two advantages. Since it’s high off the ground it offers plenty of privacy for snoozing and sunbathing. But the height also places your views right among the mountain and tree line, making the deck a part of this scenic landscape.

This impressive bird’s eye view shows off a bold green exterior paint color topped with black shingles that’s manages to feel completely unique. Truly accessible, follow the paths to different outdoor dining areas, chairs to kick back and relax in, or follow the stairs down right into the woods for a hike.

A clever way to make a massive deck feel more intimate is to embrace the curves of the house. It creates natural separation and nooks where the right furniture suggests the activity. Here oversized chaise loungers look like mini canopy beds, meaning it’s not a bad spot for an afternoon nap.