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Our Top 9 Entertaining Porches

Come warm weather there is nowhere you (or your guests) would rather be spend time that out on the patio or porch. Get inspired to make the most of your outdoor space with our all-time favorites.

Photo: Southern Living, Ralph Andersen

A Porch With Panache

A wide wraparound porch is the pinnacle of a Southern home. This one houses a cozy area for outdoor dining as well as the deep wicker chairs for more intimate gatherings. The gas fireplace, cozy on cool evenings, backs up to the one in the family room. When not in use, plants and candles dress up this space.