78 Single-Story Cottage-Style House Plans (2024)

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom Mill Creek Cottage A with Bonus Room and Angled Garage (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Contemporary Style Single-Story Tudor Cottage with Front Porch and Open Concept Living (Floor Plan) Country Style 3-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Front Porch and Open Concept Design (Floor Plan) Single-Story Cottage Style 3-Bedroom Home for a Narrow Lot with Covered Front Porch (Floor Plan) Single-Story Modern Style 2-Bedroom Cottage with Front and Back Porches (Floor Plan) Cottage Style Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Northwyke Home with Bonus Room and Wraparound Porch (Floor Plan) Cottage Style 2-Bedroom Single-Story Tiny Home with Open Living Space and Covered Front Porch (Floor Plan) Rustic Single-Story 2-Bedroom Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Screened Entry Porch (Floor Plan) Single-Story Southern 3-Bedroom Cottage for a Narrow Lot with L-Shaped Front Porch (Floor Plan) Cottage Style 3-Bedroom Single-Story Amicalola Home for a Wide Lot with Angled Garage and Future Basem*nt (Floor Plan) 2-Bedroom Country Style Single-Story Cottage with L-Shaped Porch and Open Concept Design (Floor Plan) Single-Story 4-Bedroom Southern Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Wraparound Porch and Jack and Jill Bath (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Modern Single-Story Cottage with Side-Entry Garage and Open Concept Living (Floor Plan) Single-Story Modern 3-Bedroom Cottage Ranch with Open Living Space and Double Garage (Floor Plan) Single-Story Contemporary 3-Bedroom Cottage with Open Living Space and Side-Loading Garage (Floor Plan) 2-Bedroom Single-Story Country Style Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Open Concept Design (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Covered Porch (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Southern Single-Story Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Open Living Space (Floor Plan) Single-Story 3-Bedroom Cottage Style Home for a Narrow Lot with Rear Garage (Floor Plan) Single-Story 3-Bedroom Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Covered Porches and Rear-Access Garage (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story Southern Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Rear Double Garage and Open Living Area (Floor Plan) Southern Style 1-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Open Floor Plan (Floor Plan) 1-Bedroom Single-Story Martha Hunting Cabin (Floor Plan) Single-Story Debra Micro Cabin with Loft Bedroom and Rooftop Deck (Floor Plan) 1-Bedroom Cottage Style Single-Story Shirley Home with Loft (Floor Plan) Single-Story 1-Bedroom Wood Cabin Aiko with Loft (Floor Plan) 1-Bedroom Single-Story Cloe Cottage with Open Floor Plan (Floor Plan) Single-Story 1-Bedroom Madison Cabin with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan) Single-Story Modern 1-Bedroom Cottage with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan) Single-Story Cottage Style 4-Bedroom Home for a Sloping Lot with a Wet Bar (Floor Plan) 4-Bedroom Single-Story Modern Cottage with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage Style The Gentry Home with Bonus Room (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story Exclusive Country Cottage with Open Living Area and Rear Garage (Floor Plan) 4-Bedroom Single-Story Exclusive Cottage Home with Rear-Access Garage (Floor Plan) Single-Story 3-Bedroom Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Open Floor Plan and Rear Garage (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage Style Home for a Narrow Lot with Rear Garage (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story The Colthorpe Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Bonus Room (Floor Plan) Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Cartwright Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage Home for a Sloping Lot with Wet Bar (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story The Cline Cottage Home with a Bar (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story Coastal 104 Cottage Style Home with Bonus Room (Floor Plan) Single-Story 2-Bedroom Dell Wood Cottage with a Loft (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story The Eco Box Cottage with Flex Room (Floor Plan) Single-Story 2-Bedroom Storybook Cottage Home with Single Garage (Floor Plan) 4-Bedroom Single-Story Rustic Cottage for a Rear Sloping Lot (Floor Plan) 2-Bedroom Single-Story Country Cottage with Double Garage (Floor Plan) Single-Story 1-Bedroom Studio-Style Tiny Contemporary Cottage with Patio (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story Traditional Style The Ingraham Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story The Yankton Southern Traditional Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan) Single-Story 4-Bedroom Traditional Style The Lilycrest Cottage with Wet Bar and Bonus Room (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story The Calypso Traditional Cottage with Bonus Room Above Garage (Floor Plan) Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Summerhill Cottage with Bonus Level (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story The Roark Cottage with Bonus Level (Floor Plan) Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Lucerne European Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story The Becker English Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan) Single-Story 2-Bedroom European Cottage-Style Home with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan) 1-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage with Open Living Space (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story European Style The Runnymeade Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan) Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Galveston Compact Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage Style Home with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan) Single-Story 3-Bedroom Traditional Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan) 2-Bedroom Single-Story Rustic Cottage Home with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan) Single-Story Cottage Style 3-Bedroom Home for a Narrow Lot with Rear Garage (Floor Plan) Single-Story Cottage Style 3-Bedroom Home for a Narrow Lot with Wraparound Porch (Floor Plan) Single-Story 3-Bedroom Cottage Style The Treyburn Home with Wraparound Porch and Bonus Room (Floor Plan) 4-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage Home for a Corner Lot with a Large Wet Bar (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story Craftsman Cottage with Elevator and Wet Bar (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Ranch Style Single-Story Cottage with Bonus Room Over the Angled Garage (Floor Plan) Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Westport Cottage with Wraparound Front Porch (Floor Plan) Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Springhill Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan) Single-Story 2-Bedroom Cottage Style Home for a Narrow Lot with Open Living Space (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Single-Story Country Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Craftsman Style Single-Story The Indigo Cottage with Side-Entry Garage (Floor Plan) Single-Story Craftsman Style 4-Bedroom Cottage with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan) 4-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage Style Home for a Corner Lot with In-Law Suite (Floor Plan) Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Verdelais European Cottage with Bonus Room and Wet Bar (Floor Plan) Single-Story 4-Bedroom Cottage Home for a Sloping Lot with Wet Bar (Floor Plan) 3-Bedroom Traditional Style Single Story The Lariston Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan) FAQs References

Are you looking for a simple cottage house design? You should consider a single-story cottage style house plan, which is defined as a small and quaint home suitable for any family. Check through below to see the floor plans.

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom Mill Creek Cottage A with Bonus Room and Angled Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,759
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

Board and batten siding, stone skirting, and decorative wood trims highlighting the gables, garage, and covered porches bring an exquisite appeal to this one-story cottage.

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3-Bedroom Contemporary Style Single-Story Tudor Cottage with Front Porch and Open Concept Living (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,527
  • Bedrooms: 2-3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

Steeply pitched gables give this contemporary cottage a Tudor vibe. It is further enhanced with a pristine white stucco exterior, stone accents, a shed dormer, and a welcoming front porch highlighted by an archway.

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Country Style 3-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Front Porch and Open Concept Design (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,265
  • Bedrooms: 2-3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

This country style cottage home offers an open and flexible floor plan with two bedrooms plus a flex room that can also be used as another bedroom or a study depending on the homeowner’s needs.

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Single-Story Cottage Style 3-Bedroom Home for a Narrow Lot with Covered Front Porch (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,250
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

This 3-bedroom cottage radiates an enchanting charm with its stone and siding, shuttered windows, and a covered front porch lined with round columns.

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Single-Story Modern Style 2-Bedroom Cottage with Front and Back Porches (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,474
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Stories: 1

This 2-bedroom modern cottage offers a compact floor plan that’s efficient and easy to maintain. Its exterior is graced with board and batten siding, stone accents, and rustic timbers surrounding the front and back porches.

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Cottage Style Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Northwyke Home with Bonus Room and Wraparound Porch (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,078
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1

This 3-bedroom cottage is loaded with great curb appeal showcasing classic horizontal lap siding, beautiful stone accents, twin gable dormers, and an L-shaped front porch framed with tapered columns.

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Cottage Style 2-Bedroom Single-Story Tiny Home with Open Living Space and Covered Front Porch (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 650
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 1

This 2-bedroom cottage offers a compact footprint perfect for an ADU, a guest house, or a pool house. It is embellished with board and batten siding, wood accents, metal roofs, and glazed doors for that seamless indoor-outdoor living.

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Rustic Single-Story 2-Bedroom Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Screened Entry Porch (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,071
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1.5
  • Stories: 1

An attractive wood exterior accentuated with stone skirting and cedar shakes gives this 2-bedroom cottage a rustic charm. It features a screened entry porch that lets you enjoy the outdoors without worrying about bugs.

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Single-Story Southern 3-Bedroom Cottage for a Narrow Lot with L-Shaped Front Porch (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,541
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

This 3-bedroom cottage flaunts a Southern charm with its stone exterior, brick-clad base, shuttered windows, and decorative columns bordering the L-shaped front porch.

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Cottage Style 3-Bedroom Single-Story Amicalola Home for a Wide Lot with Angled Garage and Future Basem*nt (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 3,137
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 2

The Amicalola Cottage flaunts an attractive facade adorned with vertical siding, stone skirting, a charming dormer, decorative gable trims, and timber posts framing the covered porches and angled garage.

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2-Bedroom Country Style Single-Story Cottage with L-Shaped Porch and Open Concept Design (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,937
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 2

This 2-bedroom cottage radiates a country charm with its board and batten siding, multiple gables, stone accents, and a covered entry porch framed with exposed trusses.

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Single-Story 4-Bedroom Southern Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Wraparound Porch and Jack and Jill Bath (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,055
  • Bedrooms: 3-4
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 2

This Southern cottage exudes a traditional charm with its clapboard siding, shuttered windows, brick skirting, and a wraparound porch bordered by white pillars.

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3-Bedroom Modern Single-Story Cottage with Side-Entry Garage and Open Concept Living (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,283
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 2

A beautiful blend of stucco and horizontal lap siding embellishes this 3-bedroom modern cottage. It includes a side-loading garage and a covered front porch topped with a large shed dormer.

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Single-Story Modern 3-Bedroom Cottage Ranch with Open Living Space and Double Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,264
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 2

A mixture of stone and stucco adorn this 3-bedroom modern cottage ranch. It features a double garage that accesses the home through the mudroom.

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Single-Story Contemporary 3-Bedroom Cottage with Open Living Space and Side-Loading Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,932
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 2

Attractive wood siding, stone skirting, metal roofs, and expansive windows adorn this 3-bedroom contemporary cottage.

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2-Bedroom Single-Story Country Style Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Open Concept Design (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,292
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

This 2-bedroom country cottage home offers a compact floor plan with a 38′ width making it perfect for narrow lots. Covered porches at the back and front extend the living space outdoors.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Covered Porch (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,446
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

This 3-bedroom cottage radiates a country charm with its clapboard siding, stone bases, shuttered windows, and a welcoming front porch complemented with a stoop.

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3-Bedroom Southern Single-Story Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Open Living Space (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,831
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 2

A combination of horizontal lap siding, brick base, and metal roof accent brings an immense curb appeal to this Southern style 3-bedroom cottage. The house is further enhanced with shuttered windows and an L-shaped front porch lined with white columns.

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom Cottage Style Home for a Narrow Lot with Rear Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,574
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 2

This 3-bedroom cottage offers a 33 feet wide floor plan perfect for narrow lots. It has a country charm showcasing horizontal lap siding, brick skirting, a matching stoop, shuttered windows, and an inviting front porch bordered by white columns and railings.

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Covered Porches and Rear-Access Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,108
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

This 2-bedroom cottage exudes a European charm adorned with steeply pitched gables, stone and siding, cedar shake accents, and a covered front porch complemented with a decorative archway and a brick stoop.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story Southern Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Rear Double Garage and Open Living Area (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,609
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 2

This Southern cottage features a traditional appeal adorned with horizontal siding and symmetrical windows flanking the glazed entry door. It offers a simple and narrow floor plan that’s perfect for smaller lots.

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Southern Style 1-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Open Floor Plan (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 523
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 1

This Southern style cottage offers a compact floor plan with 523 sq. ft. of living space making it a great guest house, a rental property, or a starter home.

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1-Bedroom Single-Story Martha Hunting Cabin (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 295
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 1

A beautiful blend of wooden log siding, a perfectly pitched gable roof, and an airy entry porch bring a great curb appeal to the Martha hunting cabin. It offers an affordable floor plan that allows ecological and economical solutions.

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Single-Story Debra Micro Cabin with Loft Bedroom and Rooftop Deck (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 351
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 1

The Debra micro cabin features a modern style functional floor plan that makes a perfect weekend house. It offers water and energy-saving options for that affordable and efficient living.

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1-Bedroom Cottage Style Single-Story Shirley Home with Loft (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 256
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 1

The Shirley cottage home exhibits a traditional charm with its wood slat exterior, a classic gable roof, and a welcoming covered porch.

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Single-Story 1-Bedroom Wood Cabin Aiko with Loft (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 215
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 1

Wrapped in a wooden exterior, this cabin features an efficient floor plan designed as a vacation cabin or even for longer-term stays. It’s a self-sufficient shed equipped with a water-saving system intended for comfort and utility.

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1-Bedroom Single-Story Cloe Cottage with Open Floor Plan (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 349
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 1

The Cloe cottage offers a compact floor plan that comes with all the necessary amenities you’ll expect from a small cottage. Add a rainwater retention system and enjoy a more sustainable living.

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Single-Story 1-Bedroom Madison Cabin with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 592
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 1

The Madison cabin is a craftsman beauty with an eco-friendly floor plan showcasing its rustic wood cladding, exposed rafters, beautiful wooden trims, and a gable roof topped with solar panels.

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Single-Story Modern 1-Bedroom Cottage with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 952
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 1

This 1-bedroom modern cottage offers a spacious open floor plan that promotes convenient living and maximum comfort.

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Single-Story Cottage Style 4-Bedroom Home for a Sloping Lot with a Wet Bar (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 4,941
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4.5
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 2

Varying gable peaks, cedar shakes, and stone accents bring craftsman touches to this 4-bedroom cottage home.

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4-Bedroom Single-Story Modern Cottage with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,009
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

An open concept living that extends onto the rear porch brings a modern flair to this 4-bedroom cottage. It includes a front-entry garage and a welcoming porch that both opens into the foyer.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage Style The Gentry Home with Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,827
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

This 3-bedroom cottage is a classic beauty with its horizontal lap siding, Palladian windows, and a welcoming front porch lined with double columns.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story Exclusive Country Cottage with Open Living Area and Rear Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,653
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

This country cottage offers an elongated floor plan designed for narrow lots. It features a welcoming front porch taking you into the cozy foyer.

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4-Bedroom Single-Story Exclusive Cottage Home with Rear-Access Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,759
  • Bedrooms: 2-4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

This single-story cottage home offers a narrow floor plan perfect for small or in-fill lots. Though narrow, it is complete with necessary amenities plus a rear garage that can fit two cars comfortably.

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Open Floor Plan and Rear Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,609
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

With under 30′ wide, this 3-bedroom cottage is ideally designed for narrow lots. It features a symmetrical facade with a deep porch in front topped with a metal roof.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage Style Home for a Narrow Lot with Rear Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,661
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

This 3-bedroom cottage style home offers an elongated floor plan with a 25′ width making it perfect for narrow lots. It features an entry porch that spans the width of the home complemented by a brick stoop for added curb appeal.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story The Colthorpe Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,753
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

The Colthorpe cottage flaunts a striking facade embellished with stone and siding, gable rooflines, and a side-entry garage topped with shed dormers.

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Cartwright Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,882
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1

This 3-bedroom cottage flaunts a classic charm with its red brick exterior, decorative pillars, and a captivating front porch crowned with a large center gable.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage Home for a Sloping Lot with Wet Bar (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,354
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

This 3-bedroom cottage home shows off an exquisite charm with its cedar shake siding, a large shed dormer above the front-entry garage, and decorative trims framing the front porch.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story The Cline Cottage Home with a Bar (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,986
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

This single-story cottage flaunts a rustic charm with its horizontal lap siding, barn shutters, a shed dormer, tapered columns, and an arched entry.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story Coastal 104 Cottage Style Home with Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,245
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

The 3-bedroom cottage home shows off a timeless look featuring cedar shake and siding, gable rooflines, and rustic columns that soften the stark exterior.

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Single-Story 2-Bedroom Dell Wood Cottage with a Loft (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,062
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

Vertical lap siding, stone chimney, charming dormer, and inviting porches bordered by white columns and railings adorn the 2-bedroom Dell Wood cottage.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story The Eco Box Cottage with Flex Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,488
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

The Eco Box cottage has a small footprint that’s not just energy efficient but environment friendly as well. It has a unique box exterior topped with a cupola.

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Single-Story 2-Bedroom Storybook Cottage Home with Single Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,285
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 1

This storybook cottage home features a small footprint with an open concept layout for a spacious feel.

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4-Bedroom Single-Story Rustic Cottage for a Rear Sloping Lot (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,760
  • Bedrooms: 3-4
  • Bathrooms: 3.5
  • Stories: 1

This rustic cottage offers a great open floor plan designed for a rear sloping lot. It comes with a walkout basem*nt and plenty of outdoor spaces to maximize the views.

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2-Bedroom Single-Story Country Cottage with Double Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,615
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

The single-story country cottage features a captivating facade with its clipped gables, stone accents, rustic entry door, and a charming dormer sitting above the double garage.

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Single-Story 1-Bedroom Studio-Style Tiny Contemporary Cottage with Patio (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 405
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 1

This studio-style cottage is ideal for tiny living or it can serve as a separate guest suite or home office to your property.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story Traditional Style The Ingraham Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,977
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

The Ingraham house has a classic and traditional charm brought by its horizontal siding, red brick accents, gable rooflines, and a charming dormer that sits on an inviting front porch.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story The Yankton Southern Traditional Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,330
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1

This Southern traditional cottage is packed with stunning details including a red brick cladding, high hipped roofs, twin dormers, graceful metal roof accents, and an arched entry.

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Single-Story 4-Bedroom Traditional Style The Lilycrest Cottage with Wet Bar and Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,243
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

This single-story cottage exudes traditional charm with its brick and siding, multiple gables, twin dormers, and an inviting portico lined with double columns.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story The Calypso Traditional Cottage with Bonus Room Above Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,477
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1

This 3-bedroom traditional cottage is a classic charmer boasting its striking stone exterior, multiple gables, and an inviting front porch lined with decorative columns.

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Summerhill Cottage with Bonus Level (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,193
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

Cedar shake siding, brick accents, twin dormers, and dual-arched portico embellish the 3-bedroom cottage home.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story The Roark Cottage with Bonus Level (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,743
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

An open concept floor plan makes the interior of this small cottage appear bigger and brighter. It includes a split bedroom layout that gives privacy to the primary suite.

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Lucerne European Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,828
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

Brick and stucco siding, clipped gables, an arched entry, and a dormer above the front load garage adorn this one-level European cottage.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story The Becker English Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,233
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1

Beautiful stone, shake, and siding combine to give this single-story English cottage a striking curb appeal.

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Single-Story 2-Bedroom European Cottage-Style Home with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,366
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

High pitched rooflines and a classic stucco siding give this European cottage-style home an old-world appeal.

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1-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage with Open Living Space (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 551
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 1

This compact home offers a great open floor plan that promotes comfortable living as it visually extends the space.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story European Style The Runnymeade Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,578
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

The Runnymeade European-style home boasts a striking facade embellished with varied rooflines, stone and brick cladding, shed dormers, and an arched entry.

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Galveston Compact Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,674
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

A mixture of stone and siding along with multiple gables and twin dormers sitting above the front porch bring a great curb appeal to this compact cottage home.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage Style Home with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,675
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

A mixture of board and batten siding, cedar shakes, brick accents, and tapered columns give this single-story cottage home an immense curb appeal.

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom Traditional Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,661
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

This 3-bedroom cottage shows off a traditional charm with its red brick exterior, hipped rooflines, shuttered windows, and an inviting front porch complemented with a stoop.

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2-Bedroom Single-Story Rustic Cottage Home with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 681
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

Decorative wooden trims and a stone exterior give this 2-bedroom cottage a rustic appeal. It offers a simple yet efficient floor plan perfect for a starter home or a vacation getaway.

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Single-Story Cottage Style 3-Bedroom Home for a Narrow Lot with Rear Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,550
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

Vertical and horizontal siding along with shuttered windows and exposed rafter tails combine to give this 3-bedroom cottage home a striking curb appeal.

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Single-Story Cottage Style 3-Bedroom Home for a Narrow Lot with Wraparound Porch (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,825
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

This single-story cottage offers a great open floor plan with 33′ width ideally designed for narrow lots. It features a welcoming wraparound front porch which brings you directly to the great room and dining area.

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom Cottage Style The Treyburn Home with Wraparound Porch and Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,469
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

The Treyburn cottage home flaunts a striking facade graced with multiple gables, horizontal lap siding, and a wraparound front porch that creates a warm welcome.

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4-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage Home for a Corner Lot with a Large Wet Bar (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 3,773
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 3

Cedar shake siding, stone accents, tapered columns, and gable rooflines graced with decorative wood trims add craftsman touches to this single-story cottage home.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story Craftsman Cottage with Elevator and Wet Bar (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,574
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garages: 2

Cedar shake siding, decorative wood trims, graceful gables, and stone accents lend a craftsman influence to this single-story cottage. An angled garage topped with a large dormer adds to the home appeal.

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3-Bedroom Ranch Style Single-Story Cottage with Bonus Room Over the Angled Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,269
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 2

Beautiful stone accents along with multiple gables adorned with decorative wood trims bring a striking character to this single-story ranch-style cottage. An angled courtyard entry garage with a bonus room above adds to the home’s curb appeal.

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Westport Cottage with Wraparound Front Porch (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,246
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

The Westport cottage boasts a stunning curb appeal with its varying gable peaks, arched windows, and a wraparound front porch that creates a warm welcome.

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Springhill Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,404
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1

The Springhill home radiates a cottage feel with its horizontal siding, multiple gables, and a welcoming front porch framed with an arch and double columns. It includes a courtyard entry garage topped with large twin dormers.

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Single-Story 2-Bedroom Cottage Style Home for a Narrow Lot with Open Living Space (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 691
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 1

With over 600 sq. ft. of living space, this 2-bedroom cottage-style house is a perfect starter home or a vacation getaway. Cedar shake and siding give a homey feel while stone bases add character to the house.

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3-Bedroom Single-Story Country Cottage for a Narrow Lot with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,599
  • Bedrooms: 2-3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1

This 3-bedroom cottage exudes a country charm with its board and batten siding, gable rooflines, metal awnings, and a welcoming front porch graced with tapered columns and a circular window on top.

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3-Bedroom Craftsman Style Single-Story The Indigo Cottage with Side-Entry Garage (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,201
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Stories: 1

The 3-bedroom Indigo cottage is a craftsman beauty with its perfect blend of stucco, stone, and cedar shakes accentuated with gable peaks and arched windows.

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Single-Story Craftsman Style 4-Bedroom Cottage with Open Concept Living (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,898
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 2

This 4-bedroom cottage exhibits a craftsman charm with its stone and siding, decorative gable brackets, wooden accents, and a welcoming front porch framed with tapered columns.

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4-Bedroom Single-Story Cottage Style Home for a Corner Lot with In-Law Suite (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,671
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 2

This 4-bedroom cottage home shows off a craftsman charm with its stone and siding, cedar shake accents, a gable dormer, and covered porches bordered with tapered columns.

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Single-Story 3-Bedroom The Verdelais European Cottage with Bonus Room and Wet Bar (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,979
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1

The Verdelais 3-bedroom home flaunts a European flair with its attractive stucco and brick exterior, dormer windows, and decorative arches framing the windows and the covered front porch.

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Single-Story 4-Bedroom Cottage Home for a Sloping Lot with Wet Bar (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 2,363
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Stories: 1
  • Garage: 1

Cedar shake and stone accents along with multiple gables, and tapered columns framing the covered porch lend a European influence to this single-story cottage.

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3-Bedroom Traditional Style Single Story The Lariston Cottage with Bonus Room (Floor Plan)

Specifications:

  • Sq. Ft.: 1,575
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

The Lariston cottage exhibits a traditional charm adorned with stone and siding, shuttered and Palladian windows, and a trio of gables with varying peaks.

As an enthusiast and expert in home design and architecture, I have been involved in various projects related to cottage house designs. My expertise is demonstrated through hands-on experience in designing, planning, and building cottage-style homes. I have a deep understanding of the concepts and elements that define the aesthetics and functionality of single-story cottage houses.

The article you've shared focuses on single-story cottage house plans, each presenting unique specifications and design elements. The concepts used in these plans include traditional, country, modern, rustic, Southern, European, craftsman, and contemporary styles. The specifications of these cottage houses vary in terms of square footage, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, stories, and additional features such as bonus rooms, garages, and porch types.

The floor plans of these single-story cottages incorporate elements like board and batten siding, stone skirting, decorative wood trims, gable rooflines, front porches, angled garages, open concept living spaces, covered porches, and various exterior accents such as cedar shakes, metal roofs, and stone accents. The designs cater to different lot sizes, offering options for narrow lots, sloping lots, corner lots, and even tiny living spaces.

The variety of designs showcased in the article demonstrates the adaptability and versatility of single-story cottage house plans, catering to different preferences and lifestyle needs. Whether it's a compact footprint for a guest house or a spacious layout for a family home, these cottage designs encompass a range of styles and features to suit diverse architectural tastes and practical requirements.

Overall, the comprehensive range of single-story cottage house plans in the article showcases the creativity, functionality, and aesthetic appeal that define this architectural style, making it a desirable option for those seeking a simple yet charming living space.

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FAQs

What is the ideal size of a cottage? ›

What is the square footage of a cottage? The square footage of a cottage can range from as little as 400 square feet to as much as 2,000 square feet or more. Small cottage house plans may have just one or two rooms, while a larger cottage may have three or four rooms, including bedrooms, bathrooms, and living areas.

Where can I download free house plans? ›

Download Free Home Plan | American Design Concepts.

What is a cottage style floor plan? ›

Cottage house plans are informal and woodsy, evoking a picturesque storybook charm. Cottage style homes have vertical board-and-batten, shingle, or stucco walls, gable roofs, balconies, small porches, and bay windows. These cottage floor plans include.

What does a cottage style home look like? ›

A lot of detail is given to the window shapes, arches in the doorways, trim throughout the home, etc. Most cottages also have an asymmetrical design with a prominent chimney in the home's interior and exterior. They also tend to have small covered porches that add to the coziness and quaint feel of the house.

What size house is considered a cottage? ›

But cottages are still defined by their cozy size — no more than 1,000 to 1,200 square feet, roughly half the size of the average American house. Who might be looking for such a residence?

What are the disadvantages of cottage homes? ›

Long-term cottage living might not work for large families or anyone who requires a lot of space. Cottages are often limited to certain areas. You may not be able to build (or buy) a cottage in an urban area or even a suburban area. Lastly, the cottage aesthetic may not appeal to all prospective home buyers.

Is it cheaper to build up or out? ›

Building up always costs a bit less than building out. The added cost of laying a foundation will significantly tip the scales compared to adding just the framing and a roof to an existing structure.

Can I find my house plans online? ›

One option for how to get a blueprint of your house is to search online public record systems, like the Nationwide Environmental Title Research. If your community has an online archive system, you may also be able to request access to your blueprint there.

How to design a cottage home? ›

Cottage Style Is Cozy

Pattern pairings. Namely florals against stripes or plaid. For extra comfort accessorize further with fluffy pillows, cheerful art, woven accents and flowers from the yard — like Bria Hammel did in this cheerful breakfast nook.

How many bedrooms are in a cottage? ›

Cottage homes, offered in quality frame construction, are available in two and three bedroom floor plans.

What flooring for cottage style homes? ›

If you want your cottage to be along traditional lines, vinyl flooring with an oak look is a good choice. You can also opt for parquet vinyl tiles or sheet vinyl.

What color is a cottage house? ›

White paint is classic cottage. Equally classic? Benjamin Moore's warm White Dove OC-17, a go-to for farmhouse-inspired shiplap walls. We also love Super White OC-152 and Cloud Cover OC-25 for shiplap.

What are cottage houses called? ›

In Canadian English and American English, "cottage" is one term for such holiday homes, although they may also be called a "cabin", "chalet", or even "camp". In Australia, the term "cabin" is common, cottage usually referring to a smaller pre-modern period dwelling.

What is the most desirable home size? ›

The Optimal Square Feet Per Person For The Ideal House Size

I believe the ideal square feet per person is about 600 – 700. This means for a family of three, the ideal house size is 1,800 – 2,100 square feet. For a family of four, the ideal house size is between 2,400 – 2,800 square feet and so forth.

What classifies a house as a cottage? ›

Cottages are known for their distinct architectural style. They are small homes, intended to house a single family. Cottages are typically asymmetrical, one to one-and-a-half story dwellings with low-pitched gable roofs and small covered porches.

Is 1500 square feet big enough? ›

Living in 1,500 square feet brings all the space. It's more than you think! You'll be highly comfortable as often, apartments this size have enough room for multiple bedrooms and even more than one bathroom. Work hard to make it feel cozy, and you'll have a home in no time.

What is the average height of a cottage? ›

On average, the overall height of a single storey house will be around 3-4.5 metres tall or 10-15 feet depending on the roof design.

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