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64 | Gazette Life | November 2025GAZETTE |EXTERIORThere%u2019s a moment in November, right as the sun dips behind Lanzarote%u2019s volcanic peaks, when you notice it. The fierce summer heat has mellowed into something softer, and the evening air carries a whisper of a chill on the breeze. It%u2019s the kind of evening that might make you think about packing away the pool towels for the year. But don%u2019t be so hasty. With a few tweaks, your pool area can easily become the most coveted cosy retreat on the island this winter.The Heat is OnLet%u2019s tackle the temperature first, because a bracing dip isn%u2019t for everyone. The key to year-round swimming is taking the edge off. A simple, cost-effective solar cover is a great start; it traps the day%u2019s warmth and stops the night from stealing it away. For toasty swims regardless of the weather, a heat pump is a gamechanger. It%u2019s like giving your pool a dedicated duvet, ensuring the water stays blissfully warm for a sunset swim. Imagine floating on your back, looking up at the crystal-clear winter stars %u2013 it%u2019s pure magic, without the shiver.An Ambient GlowOnce the water is inviting, it%u2019s all about the atmosphere. As the light fades, it%u2019s your turn to create some magic. Swap the bright overhead lights for something more seductive. String up warm white, waterproof LED fairy lights in nearby palms or along a wall. For a touch of drama, a modern fire pit or a cluster of bioethanol burners not only provides a flickering focal point but also offers genuine warmth for those lounging with a post-swim drink. Add a few floating solar lanterns to the water%u2019s surface, and your pool will glimmer like a secret lagoon.From Summer Splashto Cosy Winter Oasis