summerhouses

Definition of summerhousesnext
plural of summerhouse
as in pavilions
a freestanding airy structure in a scenic setting (as a park) typically offering commanding views the sudden shower had wedding guests scurrying to the safety of the garden's summerhouse

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pavilions
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  • Riverfront Esplanade This lovely outdoor gathering place along the Intracoastal Waterway contains a splash pad, dog park, picnic pavilions, a walking trail, and a riverfront market with local vendors on certain days of the month.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
  • It’s spread out over a clutch of open-air bamboo pavilions which overlook the Ayung River (the sound of babbling water adds an extra layer of Zen to the treatments).
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
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“Summerhouses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/summerhouses. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.

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