Inground Pool with Enclosure

Filip De WeerWritten byFilip De Weer — CE0October 19, 2026

Reviewed by: Leisure Pools Technical Team

Last reviewed: October 19, 2026

Discover which inground pool with enclosure suits your garden. Learn about types, benefits, key points and price guidelines before you choose.

Inground Pool with Enclosure

Do you dream of an inground pool that stays usable for longer and is easier to maintain at the same time? With the right enclosure, you combine sleek garden design with extra comfort, improved safety and a longer swimming season.

Whether you are exploring a first purchase or already comparing different models, here you can discover what to look for in an inground pool with enclosure and which solution best suits your space, style and budget.

More comfort, less maintenance and longer swimming enjoyment

An enclosure makes an inground pool feel far more complete. It helps retain heat better, keeps leaves and dirt largely out of the water and allows you to swim more comfortably even on cooler or changeable days. For families, safety is also an important factor, as access to the pool can be screened off more effectively. In terms of energy use, this combination is also appealing for anyone who wants an energy-efficient pool, especially when you pair the enclosure with a heat pump. This means the water does not need to be brought back up to temperature as quickly. For anyone buying a pool with many years of use in mind, an enclosure is therefore not a small detail, but a smart addition to overall swimming comfort.

Which enclosure suits your inground pool?

The right choice depends on how you want to use your pool, how much space you have around it and how visible you want the enclosure to be in the garden.

Low enclosure

A low enclosure blends in nicely with a sleekly designed inground pool. It has less visual impact, limits heat loss and keeps the water clean, much like a roller cover for your pool. This type is especially appealing if you are looking for a subtle solution focused on protection and energy savings.

High enclosure

A high enclosure creates extra living space around the pool. It feels more comfortable while swimming and makes using the pool in spring and autumn more attractive. This option often suits people who want maximum ease of use and see the enclosure as a fully fledged part of the garden experience.

Telescopic enclosure

A telescopic enclosure offers flexibility. You can easily slide sections open when the weather allows and close them again in wind, rain or cooler conditions. For many buyers, this is a practical middle ground between open-air swimming and sheltered comfort.

What should you look for when buying?

With an inground pool, it is not only the size of the pool that matters, but also how it works with the edge finish, surrounding walkways and the sliding space the enclosure needs. A rectangular model is often easy to combine, but an oval inground pool can also work perfectly if the dimensions are right. Also pay attention to ease of use: how smoothly does the structure open and close, how much free space remains and how well does the whole setup fit the sightlines of your garden? Buyers with a tighter budget often choose a simpler pool design or a lower enclosure. Those who prioritise comfort usually look more at extra height and insulating properties.

What determines the price of an inground pool with enclosure?

The price of an inground pool with enclosure depends on several choices at once. Think of size, shape, groundwork, technical installation, steps, finishing around the pool and the type of enclosure. A low version usually comes at a different price point than a higher enclosure that creates more usable covered space. Heating, automatic water treatment and additional options also influence the total budget. That is why an indicative price is mainly useful as a starting point, not as a fixed promise. If you are comparing prices, it is best to look at the full investment and the gains in comfort, maintenance and energy use over the longer term.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an average inground pool cost?

As a guideline, a complete inground pool project often starts from several tens of thousands of euros. The final amount depends heavily on size, groundwork, technical systems, finishing and the chosen enclosure.

How big can a pool be without planning permission?

That varies by local council and by plot. Factors such as surface area, location in the garden and additional paving all play a role. So always check the current local rules and any required planning application before planning an inground pool.

Is a pool enclosure exempt from planning permission?

Not always. A low enclosure may be assessed differently from a high or more permanent structure. Local regulations apply here too, so checking with your council in advance helps prevent surprises during the project.