Check out these 5 Albuquerque homes with amazing backyards

If you enjoy spending time outside while still staying close to the amenities of home, these houses on the Albuquerque market are for you. From a built-in splash pad to breathtaking views on several acres, these houses offer amenities making spending time outside a luxury.

9884 Camino San Martin SW

This recently remodeled home sits on a large corner lot. There are plenty of trees surrounding the property and the backyard features its own splash pad with water jets. An outdoor kitchen awaits your summer cookouts under a large pavilion. There is also a water feature, fire pit and lawn. The front of the house has a porch for sunset viewing.

Price: $449,400

Year built: 2004

House size: 2,759 square feet

Lot size: 0.19 acres

Bedrooms: 4

Baths: 2 full baths, 1 half-bath

9884 CAMINO SAN MARTIN SW

7943 Victoria NW

The front yard here greets visitors with a beautifully xeriscaped yard leading to a tidy courtyard featuring an elegant fountain, turfgrass and a stone walkway. Inside the home, an open floor plan flows easily from the entryway, to the living and dining rooms and kitchen. The large chef’s kitchen hosts plenty of cabinets and counter space for cooking together. A home theater features six recliner seats and movie-themed carpeting. The primary bedroom hosts a spacious closet with extra shelving and an island. The bathroom has a walk-in shower and jacuzzi-style tub decorated with its own chandelier and fireplace. The backyard hosts a covered patio with a grill and bar space. A water feature brings tranquility to the yard, and turfgrass makes a great spot to play.

Price:$975,000

Year built: 2007

House size: 3,949 square feet

Lot size: 0.39 acres

Bedrooms: 3

Baths: 3 full bathrooms, 1 half-bath

7943 VICTORIA NW

3648 Vista Grande NW

Views, views, views! This almost two-acre property has views in all directions, uninhibited by a fence. The home rests along the Rio Grande with unobstructed views of the river, Sandia Mountains and Downtown skyline. The property hosts a main house, a casita and detached garage. The landscaping features lush grass, shrubs, trees and a brick path leading up to the home. The two-story main house features an open living area with a kiva fire place, tongue and groove ceiling and vigas. Large clerestory windows let in the natural light. The flooring is made up of hand-laid brick, giving the home a rustic charm. The kitchen has bright white cabinets and quartz countertops, a fireplace keeps the dining area warm in the winter.

Price: $995,000

Year built: 1961

House size: 3,601 square feet

Lot size:1.53 acres

Bedrooms: 4

Baths: 3 three-quarter baths

3648 VISTA GRANDE NW

239 Spring Creek NE

Located in the Sandia foothills near the Sandia Peak Tram, this home’s landscaping stays close to nature with large boulders and native shrubs, trees and grass. The landscaped is dotted with ar, adding pops of color throughout the yard, and a pond. The house has unobstructed views from each window, showing the mountains. National Forest borders the north side of the property, keeping the space open and free of development. A swimming pool on the patio overlooks the yard. The house is brightly lit and inviting with plenty of natural light.

Price: $1,599,000

Year built: 1994

House size: 5,114 square feet

Lot size: 1 acre

Bedrooms: 3

Baths: 2 full baths, 2 half-baths, 1 three-quarter

239 SPRING CREEK NE

5100 Los Poblanos NW

This two-story house rests on more than three acres of grassy fields dotted with trees, a three-stall barn, a pool and multiple courtyards and patios with fireplaces. The home is lit by natural light coming from the wall-sized windows. The garage has space for four cars.

Price:$3,900,000

Year built: 2008

House size: 6,120 square feet

Lot size: 3.53 acres

Bedrooms: 4

Baths: 2 full baths, 2 half-baths, 2 three-quarter baths

5100 LOS POBLANOS NW