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HomeCottageThoughtfully Designed 3-Bedroom Home with Inviting Open Spaces

Thoughtfully Designed 3-Bedroom Home with Inviting Open Spaces

Plan #H1718-A · 1,740 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 2-car

CottageCountryFarmhouseOne Story
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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,740
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
2
Garage
10′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Seeking single-story living with no stairs to manage (one-story ranch with first-floor master)
  • Need affordability without sacrificing style (1,740 sq ft compact footprint in farmhouse aesthetic)
  • Want main-floor laundry for daily convenience (first-floor laundry room included)
  • Planning to age in place — all essential living on one level (master suite, laundry, and social spaces downstairs)
  • Prefer split-bedroom layout for guest privacy (secondary bedrooms separated from master)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 4+ bedrooms — this plan has exactly 3
  • Want extensive entertaining spaces — the open floor plan is efficient but more compact than grand (1,740 sq ft)
  • Prefer a home office separate from the main living area (no dedicated office space listed)

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 1,740 sq ft · 64.50′W × 44.50′D

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About this plan

The Carter reinterprets modern farmhouse style through a sophisticated 1,740 sq ft design prioritizing open-concept flow and efficient organization in a one-story layout. This three-bedroom residence features a two-car garage, striking brick exterior, and an open social core filled with natural light. The gourmet kitchen showcases a functional island and dedicated butler's pantry, flowing seamlessly into the voluminous great room.

The first-floor master suite serves as a private retreat with lavish bath, double vanity, and generous walk-in closet. A split-bedroom layout ensures secondary bedrooms maintain privacy, while a dedicated mudroom and first-floor laundry enhance daily efficiency. Inviting front and rear porches provide year-round outdoor enjoyment. With two full baths and a thoughtfully planned layout across 1,740 sq ft, the Carter balances contemporary style and practical functionality for a family seeking a compact, efficient home.

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)1,740 sq ft
1st Floor1,740 sq ft
Front Porch190 sq ft
Rear Porch177 sq ft
Total Porch367 sq ft
Storage55 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House64′6″
Depth of House44′6″
Building Height26′
1st Floor10′
Basement9′
Garage2-car, front-load
Garage Area525 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingStick
Roof Pitch9:12 and 10:12
SidingBrick Exterior

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
10-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
64.50′ × 44.50′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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HOUSE · 1,740 sq ft · 3 bd / 2 ba / 2-car

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