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Plunge / Small pools
Big impact, small footprint
Compact plunge pools are an excellent solution for homes with limited backyard space. They give you a place to cool off on a hot day and unwind after work, without giving up the room you need for outdoor dining, entertaining or garden.
A smaller footprint doesn't mean a compromise in quality. Plunge pools are a practical way to bring water into courtyards, townhouse yards and compact suburban blocks, and they are often more manageable in cost and ongoing maintenance than a full-size pool.
Why homeowners choose plunge / small pools
Ideal for smaller or unusual blocks. Courtyards, narrow side yards, terrace homes and awkward corners can all be transformed by a well-designed compact pool.
A more manageable investment. A smaller pool generally means lower build costs, less water to heat and treat, and reduced ongoing maintenance.
Design freedom. Because concrete is custom-formed, a plunge pool can be shaped to fit a site that a pre-made shell simply couldn't, including tight access sites and irregular footprints. They can also be customised. Built-in seating, ledges, feature tiles, lighting and water features can all be included, making a plunge pool a carefully designed focal point rather than a scaled-down version of something larger.
What to know: A plunge pool is designed for cooling off, lounging and relaxing rather than swimming laps. Adding a sun ledge, integrated seating or a heating option can make it a year-round retreat.
Best suited to: small or irregular yards, low-maintenance lifestyles and homeowners who want to keep their outdoor entertaining space
Design options
Start with a classic shape, then make it your own. Explore the possibilities below for inspiration – the possibilities are endless.
Waterline tiles & finishes
Coping & surrounds
Water features
Heating & lighting
Spa additions
What shapes the cost
We do not publish fixed prices because no two sites are the same. These are the main things that move the figure for a pool build.
Size and depth
Water volume drives excavation, concrete and equipment needed.
Site access
Tight or sloping access can change the machinery and method.
Finish and coping
Tile, render and stone can sit at very different price points.
Features
Heating, lighting, spas and water features all add up.
Plunge / Small pool projects
Below are a few of our plunge / small pool builds from across Sydney.
Fairlight
Collaroy
Queens Park
Mosman
Darling Point
Kensington
Sydney's award-winning concrete pool builder
Thinking a plunge / small pool is the one?
Tell us about your backyard and we will help you shape it into a pool that fits the space and the way you live.