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HomeCottageCharming Single-Story Cottage with Four Bedrooms and Inviting Front Porch

Charming Single-Story Cottage with Four Bedrooms and Inviting Front Porch

Plan #J7230-E · 1,854 sq ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 3-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,854
Sq Ft
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1.0
Stories
3
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Want a single-story layout with no stairs (one-story cottage)
  • Plan to age in place — master suite, laundry, and living all on the main floor
  • Need a 3-car garage for multiple vehicles or workshop use
  • Love covered outdoor living and formal entertaining (covered front porch, formal dining room)
  • Working with a narrow lot — the design fits 40 to 49 feet wide
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need more than 4 bedrooms — this plan has 3 secondary bedrooms plus the master
  • Want a two-story home to maximize square footage on a small lot (single-story design)
  • Have a lot under 40 feet wide — this plan requires 40 to 49 feet of width
  • Prefer a compact footprint to minimize build costs (1,800 sq ft across a full lot depth)

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 1,854 sq ft · 49.00′W × 54.50′D

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About this plan

Charming Single-Story Cottage occupies 1,854 square feet of heated living space, establishing a compact footprint suitable for a 49-foot wide lot. This traditional cottage model prioritizes a single-level configuration that incorporates a 109-square-foot covered front porch as the primary entry point, creating a direct transition into the interior living zones.

The interior layout centers on an open-concept core where the keeping room and kitchen function as a unified space. This area includes a kitchen island and a walk-in pantry, maintaining clear lines of sight to the breakfast area. A formal dining room is positioned for access from the kitchen, while a mud room provides a dedicated service entry to support daily operations. The plan includes a 1,854-square-foot main level, ensuring that all primary living functions remain on a single floor.

Sleeping arrangements include a master suite equipped with a walk-in closet and a double-vanity bathroom, separated from the three additional bedrooms to improve privacy. The inclusion of a first-floor laundry room and a half bathroom further increases the utility of the floor plan. With 9-foot ceiling heights throughout, the interior maintains a consistent volume that enhances the sense of space within the 54-foot 6-inch depth of the home.

Structural integrity is provided by an 8:12 roof pitch, contributing to a maximum building height of 21 feet 8 inches. The exterior design reflects a classic cottage aesthetic, supported by a 3-car garage comprising 566 square feet of vehicle storage space. This configuration balances the residential footprint with the requirement for multi-vehicle storage and organized secondary access.

Key Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1 half bathroom, 1,854 sq ft single-story layout, 3-car garage, 9-foot ceilings, walk-in pantry, formal dining room, mud room, covered front porch, 8:12 roof pitch.

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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)
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  • 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)1,854 sq ft
1st Floor1,854 sq ft
Front Porch109 sq ft
Total Porch109 sq ft
Bedrooms4
Full Bathrooms2
Half Bathrooms1
Stories1.0
Width of House49′
Depth of House54′6″
Building Height21′8″
1st Floor9′
Garage3-car, front-load
Garage Area566 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingStick & Truss
Roof Pitch6:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
4 bedrooms · 2 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
3-car garage
49.00′ × 54.50′ footprint
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Plan #J7230-E
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