@AlmostThere2018 Great. Just remember what one person wants the other person might not. In our first home with its 5,500 SQ FT lot, a hardscape aspect that wasn’t kid friendly would have been a deal killer. If it was a patio fine, but a fire pit with attached gas yikes.
Guess you are talking about an area where it’s warmer so you’ll get the use and those are popular. They aren’t in our area at all. Once in a while someone has an outdoor kitchen with all the bells and whistles and there will be a fire pit area that matches. Nice. Like a jacuzzi, it’s really personal preference.
Enjoy your new space.