Five best houses with swimming pools in Rublevka

Homes with swimming pools on the elite market sell faster and easier, and most importantly - at a higher price than similar properties without this feature. Even if the property as a whole is satisfactory to the buyer, but does not have a pool, the buyer hesitates, delays the decision, and if they cannot find a way to place a pool on the property or inside the house, they may even refuse to purchase. A pool can increase the value of the property by 30%, according to Kalinka Group.

"The trend for pools in Rublevo-Uspenskoye Highway homes started in the 1990s. At that time, they were small basins, 5-8 meters in size, mostly located in the basement," says Ekaterina Rumyantseva, Chairman of the Board of Directors at Kalinka Group. "Pools built during that period now bring a lot of inconvenience to the house and its owners, forcing new owners to either change the configuration of the house and renovate it extensively, or get rid of outdated pools and design modern ones."

In new properties, the pool area is often a separate part of the house, making maintenance convenient and safe. In case of any issues, they can be resolved locally.

"In a luxury home worth over $7 million, a pool is an essential attribute. If it is not present, such a house can only be sold at a significant discount," says Inna Leshchiner, Director of the Country Real Estate Department at Kalinka Group. "The costs of building a pool are easily justified when selling the house: if the construction cost adds 5-10% to the overall price, the house with this option can be sold at a price 20-30% higher."

Modern homeowners also create spa zones in their country residences, where in addition to the pool, there is also a sauna, hammam, massage room, and gym. In the 1990s, only a sauna was usually located next to the pool.

Today, homes with pools are available in both the high-end and middle price segments of the elite market, around $2-3 million.

The parameters of pools vary, and the market offers both large 20-meter pools and modest pools measuring 8-12 meters in length. Both types are in demand: small pools don't require a large space for engineering and maintenance, as their utilities fit into a compact box. If the plot size allows, owners build large pools. Usually, the pool is located in a separate building detached from the main house, prioritizing practicality during the design process.

However, some clients who build a house for themselves, with no plans to sell in the future, prefer open-air pools. These can be used during the warm season or equipped with water heating systems to make them year-round.

Kalinka Group has compiled a selection of the five most interesting properties in Rublevo-Uspenskoye Highway, where a pool is an essential attribute of comfort and luxury.

Palace-like home in Nikolino

A luxurious huge pool is located in the basement of the house together with the spa area. The spacious and bright room with high ceilings is decorated with mirrors, original molded elements, natural wood details, and wicker furniture. The house also features a jacuzzi, hammam, relaxation room, and gym. Of course, the house itself is noteworthy not only for the pool. The majestic palace is built according to the canons of classicism, while the finishing is done in the best traditions of Art Deco, and the entire interior is a rich collection of antiques from the French aristocrats.

House area: 1700 sq. m, land plot 135 acres. Price: $25 million.

Home in the "Zhukovka" settlement

A 12-meter pool with a counterflow system has a depth of 1.1 to 1.8 meters. Along with the relaxation room and spa area, it is located on the first-floor level. From the room, you can go out to the open terrace, of which there are two in the house. Half of the room has panoramic windows that overlook the backyard. The house has three floors and a basement, which accommodate spacious bedrooms with dressing rooms and bathrooms, a living room with a fireplace, two kitchens, and halls. There is a panoramic elevator for moving between floors. The third level has a viewing terrace and the main bedroom with a fireplace.

House area: 1529 sq. m, land plot 30 acres. Price: $14.9 million.

House with an open pool in the "Zhukovka-2" settlement.

The open pool is located next to the house, on a picturesque plot surrounded by pine trees. The house also has a closed pool. In addition to the traditional living room with a fireplace, kitchen-dining room, bedrooms, and utility rooms, the house has a spa area, including a hammam, shower, gym, as well as a billiards room, wine cellar, and cinema. The territory of the plot also includes a bath complex with an area of 150 square meters.

House area: 850 sq.m, plot of land 25 acres. Price: $10 million

House in the RIITA settlement.

The pool in this house is located on the first floor, in a separate room, surrounded by large arched windows. There is also a sauna and a shower nearby. The basement houses a cinema room, gym, billiards room, as well as utility rooms. The house has six bedrooms, a study, and a living room, and there is a spacious attic terrace.

House area: 1500 sq.m, plot of land 40 acres. Price: $9.9 million

House in the "Barvikha XXI" settlement.

The spa area with a gym is located in the basement, while the pool is located outdoors, with a beautiful view of the garden. There is also a covered veranda for barbecuing and a playground nearby. Style, comfort, and functionality are the three most suitable words to describe this house. The two-story house includes a living room with a fireplace and access to the terrace, a kitchen-dining room, a study, a guest room, and the main bedroom with a bathroom and dressing room, a hall, two bedrooms with individual dressing rooms and bathrooms, utility and storage rooms, as well as a staff area.

House area: 840 sq.m, plot of land 29.8 acres. Price: $6.6 million