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Charming 2-bedroom home with open layout and walkout basement.

Plan #G2509-A · 1,014 sq ft · 3 bd · 1 ba

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,014
Sq Ft
3
Beds
1
Baths
Stories
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Seeking a modern cabin or ADU in a compact footprint (1,000 sq ft with walkout basement)
  • Want seamless indoor-outdoor living — three large sliding glass doors and massive deck
  • Plan a mountain or lakeside weekend retreat with efficient layout (modern cabin aesthetic)
  • Need first-floor laundry and master suite (laundry and master suite both on main level)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 4+ finished bedrooms — only 3 bedrooms in 1,000 sq ft
  • Want a single-level layout without a basement — this design includes a walkout basement
  • Have a lot wider than 49 ft and require a full footprint — width is just 40–49 ft, depth up to 39 ft
  • Require two or more bathrooms — plan has only 1 bathroom

This plan tends to appeal to:

Vacation Home BuildersMountain Home BuyersADU / Guest House BuildersOutdoor Entertainers
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Main Level — 1,014 sq ft · 43.00′W × 36.00′D

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About this plan

Modern Cabin with Walkout Basement and Outdoor Living

The Balenger house plan delivers 1,000 sq ft of contemporary efficiency across a main level and walkout basement, perfect for those seeking a modern cabin or guest house with indoor-outdoor connection. Three bedrooms and one bathroom fit smartly in a compact footprint, while three large sliding glass doors and a massive deck merge the interior with nature. The walkout basement adds flexibility for recreation, additional sleeping, or storage, making this design work for weekenders, ADUs, or mountain retreats.

The bright, open floor plan centers on a kitchen with a central island and walk-in pantry that flows into connected living zones. First-floor laundry and a cluster bedroom arrangement maximize efficiency, while generous storage and the open layout make the compact space feel expansive. Built on a walkout basement foundation with 2x6 framing for durability and a 2:12 roof pitch, Balenger suits mountain and lakeside neighborhoods perfectly, offering comfort and style in a highly efficient package.

  • Walkout basement foundation for additional space and natural light
  • Massive deck and three sliding glass doors for nature connection
  • First-floor laundry and master suite for convenience
  • Kitchen island and walk-in pantry in an open floor plan
What's included in this plan
  • Exterior elevations (all sides)
  • Detailed floor plan(s) with dimensions
  • Foundation plan
  • Roof plan
  • Schematic electrical layout
  • Building cross-sections
  • General notes & specifications
Not included (handled locally)
  • Architectural / engineering stamps
  • Site & grading plan
  • Structural / framing calculations
  • Plumbing & HVAC layouts
  • Energy-compliance documents
  • Material take-off list
These are typically prepared by your local builder or engineer to meet your jurisdiction's requirements.

Complete Plan Specifications

Total Living (heated)1,014 sq ft
1st Floor1,014 sq ft
Basement (Finished)735 sq ft
Deck404 sq ft
Covered Deck404 sq ft
Storage173 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms1
Width of House43′
Depth of House36′
1st Floor9′
Basement9′
FoundationBasement / Slab / Crawl Space
Wall Framing2x6
Roof Pitch2:12

Key Features

3 bedrooms · 1 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
43.00′ × 36.00′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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