A Tub with a View: 10 Bathtubs on the Edge of Heaven

A relaxing soak in the tub is one of life's simple pleasures. It's a time to rejuvenate and let your mind wander. Add a scenic view of a picturesque mountaintop, a sun-dappled woodland, or even a verdant private garden and your tub-time enjoyment is doubled. Here are 10 of our favorite bathtub settings that let the outside in. In your own home, the placement of the tub and the size of the window will depend largely on the layout of the room and the level of privacy you need. Scroll forward and dream!

By Marie Proeller Hueston | Updated Aug 18, 2015 01:24 PM

The Ultimate Luxury

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Bay Windows

Set in a windowed room of its own, this tub has a view like no other. While your own bathroom may be less grand, a bay window, crystal chandelier, and stunning mixture of rough-hewn wood and smooth marble are details you can re-create.


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Houzz

A Wall of Windows

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Window Walls

Floor-to-ceiling windows underscore the drama of this luxurious bath. Small touches you can borrow include a wonderfully plush rug beside the tub and a comfortable chair for taking in the view after a long bath.


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Charles Cunniffe Architects

Framing a Garden View

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Corner Windows

A corner window is an ideal setting for a tub. This room's neutral palette of tan tiles, beige walls, and honey-toned woodwork allows the garden to take center stage.


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Ward+Blake Architects

Mix and Match

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Large Bathroom Window

A playful combination of marble patterns and tilework in this spacious bath complements the sculptural birch trunks visible through a window above the tub.


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Charles Cunniffe Architects

Proper Placement

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Vaulted Ceiling Windows

Positioning the tub so it juts into the room is an unexpected yet practical way to take full advantage of garden views through a tall window.


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Better Homes & Gardens

Slices of Sky

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Floor to Ceiling Windows

In this clean-lined space, narrow windows set vertically over the tub and horizontally beside the shower offer breath-taking glimpses of the great outdoors.

Houzz courtesy of Griffin Enright Architects

Watching the Clouds Go By

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Bathroom Skylight

Installing a skylight over the tub facilitates a contemplative view while maintaining a sense of privacy when bathing.


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HGTV

Courtyard Views

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Courtyard Windows

A walled courtyard allows for a window wall beside a tub, even in a residential area. The simplicity of the outdoor view echoes the minimalist decor of the bathroom.

Houzz courtesy of Susan Jay Design

Privacy When You Need It

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Large Roller Screens

Oversize windows let the outside in, even in a cozy cottage bathroom like this one. A roller screen and wraparound shower curtain offer added privacy when desired.


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Apartment Therapy

Bringing the Outside In

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Sliding Glass Window

Blur the line between indoors and out by placing houseplants in a bathroom that has breathtaking views of a garden or the surrounding countryside.


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