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s summer's warmth begins to wane, crisp autumn air is just around the corner. If you're in the market for a new home, why not choose one that's perfect for cozying up by the fire? Whether you're entertaining or unwinding solo, these Dallas properties offer the ideal atmosphere for enjoying the season ahead.

    9807 Redondo Drive, Casa Linda Estates

    List price: $739,000 | Outdoor features: Stone patio with built-in firepit and pergola

    This charming 1940s cottage boasts a Granbury stone facade that continues onto the back patio. The patio's central firepit is surrounded by chairs, perfect for listening to the nearby creek while enjoying the crackle of burning wood.

    9611 Hill View Drive, Lake Highlands

    List price: $1,250,000 | Outdoor features: Covered patio with decorative firepit and pool

    This Pebble Creek neighborhood home features a covered, poolside patio with a decorative firepit that can be easily operated without propane tanks. The turfed backyard includes an outdoor kitchen and large sliding glass doors that blur the line between indoors and out.

    85 Kennington Court, Far North Dallas

    List price: $2,295,000 | Outdoor features: Covered patio with gas fireplace and foliage

    This 2021-built residence in the gated community of Glen Abbey boasts a covered patio with a built-in stone fireplace. The space is complete with outdoor heaters, a built-in grill, and a mosquito misting system.

    6816 Wander Place, North Dallas

    List price: $5,950,000 | Outdoor features: Built-in firepit seating area, covered patio with fireplace, and pergola

    This sprawling creekside home on a 1.03-acre lot features a covered patio with a dual-sided gas fireplace and an outdoor cooking area. The backyard also includes a large firepit, turfed dog yard, and a luxe kitchen with multiple living areas.