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This Stafford, VA pool project combines a freeform main pool with a raised spa, an elevated tanning ledge, and a raised bond beam. An 8-foot rain descent, two fire bowls, Walnut Beige travertine coping, and stone veneer bring the water, fire, and masonry details into one coordinated design.

What features define this Stafford pool?

• Freeform pool layout
• Raised spa
• Elevated tanning ledge with a cascade into the main pool
• Raised bond beam with a custom 8-foot rain descent
• Two fire bowls positioned at the ends of the raised beam
• Walnut Beige travertine coping and stone veneer

Together, these elements create distinct areas for swimming, shallow-water lounging, and spa use while keeping the project visually connected.

How does the elevated tanning ledge work?

The tanning ledge sits above the main pool instead of at the same water level. This separates the shallow ledge from activity in the lower pool. The change in elevation also serves a second purpose: water cascades from the ledge into the main pool, turning the transition between levels into an active water feature.

Because the ledge is incorporated into the pool layout, the cascade reads as part of the overall design rather than as a separate decorative addition.

How are the rain descent and fire bowls arranged?

A raised bond beam runs along the upper tanning ledge and supports the custom 8-foot rain descent. The rain descent sends a broad stream of water from the beam into the pool below. A fire bowl sits at each end of the raised beam, placing fire and moving water within the same view.

The result is a single focal area made from three connected components: the elevated ledge, the falling water, and the paired fire features.

What materials unify the pool design?

Walnut Beige travertine is used for the pool coping. Stone veneer finishes the raised spa, elevated tanning ledge, and raised bond beam. Repeating the veneer across the vertical surfaces gives the elevated features a consistent material palette and frames the rain descent and fire bowls.

Why use custom concrete pool construction for this design?

The Pool Company Construction builds inground pools with dry shotcrete, a form of concrete applied to create the pool shell. Concrete construction supports customized shapes and integrated changes in elevation, which makes it well suited to a design that combines a freeform pool, raised spa, elevated ledge, and raised bond beam.

Each feature can be planned as part of the pool structure, allowing the water features and masonry finishes to work with the layout. Learn more about our custom swimming pool construction process.

Planning a custom pool in Stafford County

This project is one example of our custom pool work in Stafford County. You can also explore the McMackin Stafford pool, the Johnson Stafford pool, and the Thorny Point infinity pool and spa for other approaches to pool shape, elevation, and outdoor features.

If you are considering a pool with a spa, tanning ledge, water feature, or fire element in Stafford, Fredericksburg, or a surrounding Virginia community, request a consultation with The Pool Company Construction.

Imagine stepping into your own backyard oasis—a beautifully crafted kidney-shaped swimming pool and hot tub, designed and built right here in Locust Grove, VA. This stunning pool curves gracefully into the landscape, offering a natural, inviting look that blends seamlessly with its surroundings. Adjacent to the pool, a luxurious hot tub beckons you to unwind and soak away the stresses of the day.

What truly sets this outdoor retreat apart is the elegant flagstone surface we’ve meticulously installed around the pool and hot tub. The rich textures and earthy tones of the flagstone create a timeless, resort-like ambiance, providing both beauty and durability. Whether you’re hosting summer gatherings, enjoying a quiet evening under the stars, or making memories with family, this backyard transformation offers the perfect setting.

Let us bring this level of craftsmanship and creativity to your home. We specialize in designing and building custom pools, hot tubs, and outdoor living spaces that turn ordinary backyards into extraordinary escapes. Discover how your dream pool can become a reality—crafted with care, built to last, and tailored just for you. Contact us today and take the first step toward your own private paradise!

This beautiful swimming pool & spa project located in Fredericksburg VA was the result of a failed fiberglass pool.  The owners had contracted and built a fiberglass pool from another pool contractor.  In a few years the pool bottom floated and rendered the fiberglass swimming pool unusable.  The fiberglass contractor had then gone out of business, leaving the homeowners to fend for themselves.  The customer contracted The Pool Company Construction to remove the existing fiberglass swimming pool and install a new more durable Gunite pool.  The original design had a spa on the opposing end of the pool.  The new design moved the spa closer to the home and we installed a raised bond beam with stone face on the original side of the pool that had the spa.  We then installed water features in the wall to create a tranquil oasis for the homeowners.  We used walnut travertine pool coping from the Stone Center of Fredericksburg.  The pool plaster is River Rok Harbor Grey, which gives the pool water that fantastic color.  

In order for any of that to happen we had to demo the existing fiberglass pool, the pool patio, remove all electric, remove all the existing plumbing and haul it away.  Due to this we developed a check list for any homeowner considering purchasing a pool.  This check list will help protect you from the fly by night contractor.  

The Pool Company Construction in collaboration with Greensward Landscaping and Grey Stone Stamped Concrete built this beautiful swimming pool, pavilion and fire pit.   This project located in King George VA was built into the side of a hill.  The site had huge grade challenges that was met with a retaining wall, raised bond beam, and reverse bond beam.  We were able to layer the pool site by utilizing the pool and retaining walls in order to deal with huge grade slope in the yard.  The swimming pool has stacked stone facing, tanning shelf, quartz plaster, stamped concrete patio, fire pit, and pavilion.  

This beautiful Gunite swimming pool was constructed on the Potomac River in King George VA.  This freeform designed pool has an oversized tanning shelf in front of the spa.  It has LED bubblers in the tanning shelf that offer a fun water feature for the kids and soft white noise for the adults.  The raised spa has natural stone facing and spills over into the tanning shelf area.  The pool patio is a gorgeous marble travertine.  The pool plaster is Quartz Scapes Midnight Blue, which gives the water a beautiful inviting deep blue color.  This pool setting looking out onto the Potomac River is just the right place to enjoy the weekend and unwind.  Here at The Pool Company Construction we strive to design a pool that fits into the natural setting while complementing the home.  We try to design an outdoor living space that can accommodate both entertaining as well as a shelter to just get away and shove off the problems of the day.  The pool equipment is energy star rated, which helps keep the cost of running the pool to a minimum.  All pool equipment used on the pool is Pentair Products.  Check out https://www.pentairpool.com to view all Pentair pool products and their benefit.