For general reference, check out a quick drawing I put together: http://imgur.com/WKCA2IJ

I am 30 years old, with a demanding job....so you find my answers to lean more towards the easy - self attending route - as long as I don't break the bank.

1. No screen

2. I want to use pool as both visual feature and for my two kids to play (years 1 and 3). I will have the occasion friends over, but nothing too crazy. Probably will use pool once or twice per week.

3. GREAT QUESTION, THANKS FOR BRINGING THIS UP. I am not a meticulous maintainer at all. If it were up to me I would like to have things as simple - self maintaining as possible. Notice, my budget is also limited so I need to keep VALUE in mind (best i can do for a decent price)

4. Yes, sometimes I can go a full 5-7 days without even stepping out on the patio.

5. Let's put it this way, I sold my boat because I hated washing it.