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HomeCottageCharming 3-Bedroom Cottage with Studio Space and Detached Garage

Charming 3-Bedroom Cottage with Studio Space and Detached Garage

Plan #AM7240-A · 1,305 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2.0 story · 2-car

CottageCountryModern Log Cabin House Floor PlansTwo Story
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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,305
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
2.0
Stories
2
Garage
8′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Want a master-on-main layout — the primary suite is on the first floor with walk-in closet and full bath
  • Need flexible space for a home office or studio (secondary bedroom can serve as studio space)
  • Seeking a compact footprint on a modest lot (32 feet wide by 40 feet deep, 1,305 sq ft)
  • Want first-floor laundry for convenience (laundry room on main level)
  • Need a detached garage with storage — includes 2-car garage plus 120 sq ft storage area
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 4+ bedrooms — this plan has 3 bedrooms total
  • Want all bedrooms on one floor — the second-floor suite is separate from the main-level bedroom
  • Need an attached garage — the garage is detached from the main residence
  • Want a large footprint — this design is compact at 1,305 sq ft across two stories
  • Prefer high ceilings throughout — ceilings are 8 feet on both levels

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 1,305 sq ft · 32.00′W × 40.00′D

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AM7240-A Ashwell House detached garage Floor Plan

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About this plan

31 429 Ashwell is a two-story cottage house plan offering 1,305 square feet of heated living area on a compact 32 ft by 40 ft footprint. Designed with a traditional aesthetic, this home incorporates a 163 sq ft wrap-around porch that enhances curb appeal while providing a transition between the exterior and the interior living zones. The structure reaches a maximum height of 23 ft 8 in, supported by a 10:12 roof pitch that defines its classic silhouette.

The main level encompasses 1,047 square feet, organized around an open-concept great room with vaulted ceilings that create a sense of vertical volume. This central area maintains direct sightlines to the kitchen and dining room to maximize the utility of the floor plate. The first floor also houses the primary suite, which includes a walk-in closet and a full bathroom, alongside a secondary bedroom suitable for use as a home office or studio space.

A 258 square foot second-floor suite provides a dedicated living area, featuring a private bedroom and a full bathroom. With 8-foot ceilings throughout both the first and second levels, the layout prioritizes efficient use of space while maintaining clear separation between the main social core and the upper-level retreat.

The property includes a detached 840 sq ft two-car garage, which also provides an additional 120 sq ft of dedicated storage space for tools or equipment. This detached configuration preserves the primary residence's lot coverage and allows for a flexible site orientation. The home is engineered for durability, utilizing an 8:12 roof pitch on the main structure to ensure effective water shedding and architectural consistency.

Key Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,305 sq ft total living area, wrap-around porch, vaulted ceiling great room, master-on-main layout, detached 2-car garage, 120 sq ft storage area, 10:12 roof pitch, two-story configuration.

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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)1,305 sq ft
1st Floor1,047 sq ft
2nd Floor258 sq ft
Total Porch163 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories2.0
Width of House32′
Depth of House40′
Building Height23′8″
1st Floor8′
2nd Floor8′
Garage2-car, front-load
Garage Area840 sq ft
FoundationCrawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x6
Roof FramingStick
Roof Pitch10:12

Key Features

2.0-story layout
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
8-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
32.00′ × 40.00′ footprint
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Builder-friendly construction drawings

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