Who We Are
As the team at Stone Ridge Outdoor Experiences, we pride ourselves on our award-winning expertise in crafting exquisite outdoor spaces. Our services range from innovative landscape design and construction to swimming pool installations and the creation of sophisticated outdoor living areas, complete with kitchens, fireplaces, and lighting. We are committed to quality and creativity in every project, offering a variety of services like hardscaping, planting, and custom features such as artificial turf and fencing. Being an authorized Unilock Contractor and Techo-Pro, we’re dedicated to transforming your backyard into a personalized retreat.
Owner/Operator & Landscape Designer – Essex Agricultural Institute – Associate’s degree in Horticulture / Landscape Design / Environmental Technologies – Mass 2A / 1C Hoisting License – Osha-10 Certified – CDL-A License Holder – Heavy Equipment Operator
Peter grew up around builders and contractors and he always enjoyed being outside working with his hands. He also enjoyed drawing and spent hours dreaming up and sketching interesting landscapes and swimming pool designs at a young age. Peter began working with plants at a local greenhouse at age 9 an hour a day after school, and for a small local landscape company at the age of 18. Here he was given creative freedom to design and build the things he used to like to draw. The spark was ignited and from here he pursued a degree in Horticulture / Landscape Design / Environmental Technologies. He started the business in 1999 when he finished college and has been following his passion ever since.
“At some point you realize what it is you’re really building for people… Spaces for precious moments and memories with their loved ones.”
Operations Manager & Landscape Designer, Associate’s degree in horticulture and landscape operations from The University of New Hampshire, Mass 2A / 1C Hoisting License. CDL-A License Holder, Heavy Equipment Operator
Andrew quickly realized his love of landscaping and operating equipment at a young age and spent every minute of his day outside in his parents’ yard helping maintain their landscape. He started working at a local golf course maintaining the course grounds. Throughout high school and college, Andrew ran his own maintenance and small hardscape business, learning the entrepreneurship and management world. He soon found that love of creating outdoor living spaces, patios, and walkways and decided it was time for a change.
Today, Andrew is very proud to be part of the Stone Ridge team. You will find him operating equipment, building, and creating beautiful outdoor spaces. He is always assuring, taking pride in and noting the small details in his work for our clients.
Crew Leader, Associate’s Degree in Landscape Contracting from The University of Massachusetts, Stockbridge School of Agriculture. Mass 2A / 1C Hoisting License, Heavy Equipment Operator
Ethan joined the Stone Ridge team in 2022 with the drive to grow his career in the hardscape field. He possesses the qualities that it takes to lead a team of skilled individuals to make your outdoor living experience a reality. Whether it is operating machinery, laying pavers, or installing plants, Ethan takes the time to review the details of your new landscape to ensure it meets the vision of the 3D rendering.
When not in the field leading his crew, Ethan enjoys spending his free time in the great north woods of New Hampshire and Maine, taking his dog for hikes, and making frequent trips to the beach.
Reviews
WOW!! Peter and team did a great job creating our backyard oasis. From design, construction to completion, you can’t ask for a better experience. What stands out the most? ... read more How much Peter and team care. Peter took the time to meet with us regularly during the design process. Yes, we had a lot of questions but he didn’t mind. His onsite team was incredible. Watching them work, it was like they were working in their own home. Every day, showed up at the same time, worked throughout the day and wrapped up. They kept the yard organized, clean and safe all throughout the process. Highly recommend Peter & Stone Ridge. As a matter of fact, already recommended them to three people so far and there will be more!!!
My husband and I were looking for over a year to have an in-ground pool put in our yard. A project we knew, wasn't going to be an easy... read more one with the type of yard we had and retaining wall we knew we were going to need. A lot of companies wouldn't even give us a quote because the job was too difficult and some we had to even "let go" because they dropped the ball and months had passed without anything even taking place. Then, my husband found Stone Ridge. I CANNOT express how impressed and 100% satisfied we were with them. Pete and his employees not only satisfied us with every request we had/made, they went above and beyond to make our back the perfect little oasis. Not even to mention the turn around time and cleanliness of their work. I would recommend them for any job and will definitely be having them back for more projects. Do yourself a huge favor and check out their website and make the call if you are looking to have something done right. I would give 10 stars.
Our backyard project started with a beautiful in ground pool, but that was quickly surpassed by the incredible hardscape design that Peter and his team delivered for us. At first... read more we didn’t know exactly what type of layout we wanted but Peter offered his design assistance and helped create an amazing outdoor living space that we are absolutely in love with. I can’t say enough about his help with coordination between our four other contractors, his assistance with this was incredibly helpful and kept everything moving smoothly. The entire Stone Ridge team was amazing and very professional, they met every milestone and commitment that was promised. The compliments just keep coming from everyone that comes over to our new backyard. If you are looking for a top notch company to help transform your outdoor living space I highly recommend that you meet with Stone Ridge, you will not be disappointed.
I met with several landscapers looking for feedback and recommendations on what I thought we should do for our drainage issues and plans to replace an existing walkway, new patio... read more and plantings. Several were just order takers, some said, no you cant do that I would do this...but Peter was different. He listened and made thoughtful recommendations. He took the time to generate a plan with a drone which gave us the visual that we needed. We went back and forth, making slight changes as we discussed the plan and landed on a final project. His crew (Andrew, Anthony and Ethan) were excellent to work with and Andrew took the time to give us some small design concepts to consider, nothing major but the fact that he and the crew were looking at it, not as a job they had to get done, but a design that they had a vested interest in, wanting it to look great, and it does. The work was completed in a week, they were efficient and productive and were a pleasure to work with on this project. We are very happy with the end results!
Love my backyard!! Peter’s design & execution of my pool/ patio project is exactly what my husband and I had envisioned. Peter and his entire team are professional, punctual &... read more meticulous. 100% exceeded our expectations! Thank you Peter & crew, your diligence is greatly appreciated. Paul & Rachael Scott Lynnfield, Ma
I had a new in-ground pool installed in my back yard and I used Stone Ridge Outdoor Experiences in Newton, NH to help me with the surrounding landscaping. I can’t... read more say enough how happy I am with the finished results. I provided them with a drawing of my wish list, and they worked with me on my dream design. The owner responded to all my inquiries within a few hours and tolerated me being quite the pest at times. The workers were friendly and professional. While working from home I had the opportunity to watch them. They took great care in cutting stones to fit the organic shape of my pool and they constantly worked with tools and guides to make sure the everything was perfectly level. They did an amazing job and stayed within the original quote. I have dreamed about having my perfect pool oasis since I was a child and they helped make my dream come true! Thank you, guys.”
Peter and his team were extremely professional, and did beautiful work. Peter was always responsive and guided us through the entire process. The team always arrived early and... read more worked diligently to finish our project. We are so pleased with the results and all of our neighbors are impressed. Thank you Stone Ridge!!
My husband and I were so impressed with Stone Ridge Landscaping. Peter and his crew were very hard working, friendly, and professional. Their work was outstanding! ... read more We did not expect the pool area to look so beautiful. They designed and installed pavers around our pool and created a new walkway. The crew started early and worked till dark. They managed to get the pool done in time before the first snowfall!
We cannot say enough positive things about our experience with Stone Ridge Landscape & Design. Peter and his crew were hired to install a new walkway and steps leading to... read more the front of our home. We were looking for a design that was both unique and aesthetically pleasing, as well as functional. The final product which included lighting is just gorgeous; it looks even better than the original design on paper and we couldn't be more pleased. Pete's crew was outstanding- honest, professional, punctual and hardworking with a positive attitude. We highly recommend Stone Ridge Landscape & Design.
Peter and the Stone Ridge crew did fantastic work on our patio, siting wall, and fire pit. Peter created a design we love and collaborated with another contractor for our... read more deck to build an outside experience that we are obsessed with. Once they come on site they work extremely hard and have a great eye for detail. Highly recommend.
From the start of the design phase to the end, the whole crew was a pleasure to deal with. Everyone was very friendly and the job was very well done.
Peter and the rest of the Stone Ridge team are outstanding. We were so happy with everything, from helping us refine the design of our backyard patio and outdoor kitchen... read more to the level of perfection they use to complete the project. Their work is top notch, and we highly recommend the team.
Peter and team are an absolute pleasure to work with and do amazing work! They transformed our backyard to an oasis where we will make memories for years to... read more come. By far the best team we have worked with in terms of quality and professionalism!
Peter and his crew installed hardscaping and fencing around our newly installed in-ground fiberglass pool. Pete and his crew did an amazing job and my wife and I couldn't... read more be happier with the whole process. On the initial site visit, Pete used a drone to take pictures of our property and created a design for our project that was breathtaking. Pete and his crew made the design come to life and their work was amazing. No detail got overlooked. Our fiberglass pool is very curvy so every single piece of coping had to be custom cut and installed. We couldn't be happier with the results. Entire crew was extremely professional, never left a mess, and was a pleasure to work with. I can't say enough good things about Peter and his crew, highly recommend! Thank you Stone Ridge!
Pete and his crew did an amazing job on our pool patio! From the first site visit Pete was able to understand our vision for our project help us improve... read more our ideas and then bring the project to life. Him and his crew were wonderful to work with, professional, knowledgeable and always left our property clean at the end of the day as if they had never been there. We can not say enough wonderful things about our experience and their work is truly amazing!
Peter and his crew were simply amazing to work with! My wife and I honestly cannot say enough positive things about them! Their work is absolutely amazing and breathtaking, and... read more they're super professional. Their attention to detail and meticulous work was unbelievable. We absolutely love our patio, wall, and fire pit. We can't wait to hire them again for some more work at our house this upcoming Fall!
Peter and team are an absolute pleasure to work with and do amazing work! They transformed our backyard to an oasis where we will make memories for years to... read more come. By far the best team we have worked with in terms of quality and professionalism!
My wife and I recently had a new patio installed by Pete and his team, and we are really pleased with the outcome. Along with a Patio, SRL&D installed a... read more 90' culvert, and we can't be happier. Pete's team was great, hard-working, all the while, what looked to be having a great time. Seeing an owner lead by example, working as hard and long as his employees, is a beautiful thing to see. With large equipment coming and going, the team managed minimal impact to the rest of the yard while in construction. I would hire them again without hesitation. Thanks, Stone Ridge.
Pete and the guys at Stone Ridge were great. They provided 3D Renderings during the design phase to ensure that we were on the same page and made my... read more vision come to life with the installation. We have a few more ideas planned for our yard and will definitely have Stone Ridge back to finish up what they've started. I highly recommend Pete and his team.
In a timely and friendly way, Peter accurately read our intentions, responded professionally and completed the work beautifully. He and his crew came on schedule, installed a parking... read more area and left it with a finished and inviting appearance. Peter responds quickly via any medium. A pleasure!
Pete extended an existing patio. I was able to see him and his crew at work. They did a solid job, and perfectly matched the new to the... read more existing patio. Additionally, per my request, the work was completed before Thanksgiving. I am looking forward to his company performing additional landscaping in the spring. Very impressed!
Great work from Peter and the crew at Stone Ridge. The installation went quickly, on schedule, it looks beautiful and we couldn't be happier. Highly recommend!
We absolutely love our new patio! It is spacious yet fit perfectly into our small yard. Peter worked with us (patiently) while we came to our decisions on the stone,... read more barbecue and pergola. Then he added his own suggestions based on his design and building experience to create the perfect outdoor room! He is painstaking in the execution of our plan and yet the whole project rolled along quickly even though it was pretty detailed. His crew is professional and they did their very best to put our yard back as they found it after our project. We confidently recommend Stone Ridge Landscape and Design!!
In a timely and friendly way, Peter accurately read our intentions, responded professionally and completed the work beautifully. He and his crew came on schedule, installed a parking... read more area and left it with a finished and inviting appearance. Peter responds quickly via any medium. A pleasure!
We had a great experience with Peter Cook at Stone Ridge. He answered all my questions, gave suggestions and did high quality work. On time, on budget. We have received... read more many compliments on our new walkway and granite steps.
My wife and I contacted Stone Ridge Landscape and Design last year for pricing and design of a patio for our backyard. We were also in the process of adding... read more a screened in porch to the backyard and Peters design talents integrated the paving and the future porch perfectly. The 3-D design process really helped in shaping our backyard to our liking, and Peter was quick in design change turn around to keep the project moving and within our budget. We are both in the construction industry and were extremely pleased with the quality of the work, the attention to detail and completing the job in a timely manner. We love our patio, the gas fire pit, sitting wall and wall lighting. Peter and his team transformed our backyard into an oasis. We could not be happier and would highly recommend Peter and his crew for any project big or small. We are looking forward to working with his team again for the front of our house next spring.
I was so delighted to find Peter. He was so patient and filled with great ideas. I never felt rushed during any meeting. Him and his crew did a beautiful... read more job. My husband and I just love everything!
After moving into a new house we were looking for a contractor to install a patio, fire pit and create a space for a hot tub. After meeting with... read more several contractors we found Stone Ridge. As soon as we met Peter we felt comfortable with his approach to the design and his willingness to work with us to create the space that we wanted. Peter and his crew were extremely hard working, professional and had great attention to detail. We couldn't be happier with the end result. It was exactly what we had hoped for. We are now looking to add some landscaping and curb appeal to our property and are working with Peter again for that project. I would highly recommend Stone Ridge to anyone who is looking to create an outdoor space large or small.
Peter and his friendly, efficient crew landscaped our very small, sad outdoor area and created an amazing entertainment haven while both fixing an existing grading problem that was creating water... read more in our basement as well as hiding the ugly trash cans and air conditioning unit. From the initial consult to the very last day when he was installing our lighting (which is amazing and the talk of the neighborhood), Peter was very professional, and displayed this with quiet confidence the whole time throughout our communication with him. He answers emails quickly, sends great proofs of your landscaping design and generally is very good with communicating overall. When choosing a landscaper for your backyard, you definitely want someone who understands your needs but from a business standpoint you also want someone who will address any questions or concerns quickly and with professionalism. 2 qualities that are very hard to find today. Thanks Peter. We are loving our new outdoor room and can't stop looking at it everyday!!
Peter's work is amazing. He is a pleasure to do business with and is very dedicated to his work. Peter just completed a beautiful backyard patio for us... read more that includes lighting and a bench to sit on. Prior to this job, he also did some backyard landscaping and two stone walls in the front of our home. He and is employees are extremely professional and meticulous in their work. I highly recommend Peter....you will love his work! Thank you, Peter!