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Cottage House Plan with 3 Bedrooms, Home Office & Open Floor Plan – 1363 Sq Ft

Plan #J8129-E · 1,363 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 1-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,363
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
1
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Downsizing to a single-level layout without stairs (one-story plan with 3 bedrooms)
  • First-time homeowners or builders seeking an affordable, efficient floor plan (1,363 sq ft)
  • Need accessible first-floor laundry with garage access for convenience (laundry room positioned with direct garage entry)
  • Want a dedicated workspace from home (separate home office or study)
  • Prefer formal dining space for entertaining alongside open kitchen living (formal dining room plus open kitchen layout)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 4+ bedrooms—this plan has 3 bedrooms total
  • Want a large garage or multiple vehicle bays (only 1-car garage)
  • Working with a very wide lot—the home is 29 feet wide and 65+ feet deep (long, narrow footprint)
  • Require upstairs bedrooms or two-story living (single-story plan only)
  • Need extensive covered outdoor space—rear porch is modest in scale

This plan tends to appeal to:

Downsizers & Empty NestersFirst-Time BuildersWork-From-Home ProfessionalsUrban Infill BuyersAging-in-Place Buyers
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Main Level — 1,363 sq ft · 29.00′W × 64.50′D

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About this plan

Single-Level Cottage with First-Floor Master & Laundry

This cottage house plan offers 1,363 square feet of heated living space in a compact, single-level design suited for downsizers, first-time homeowners, and those seeking comfortable, low-maintenance living. Measuring 29 feet wide by 65 feet 4 inches deep, the narrow footprint adapts well to smaller suburban lots and urban infill properties.

Nine-foot ceilings throughout enhance openness, while the open-concept layout flows seamlessly from the keeping or family room through the kitchen and into the formal dining room. The kitchen features a central island and eating bar for casual dining, plus a walk-in pantry for organization and storage. A dedicated home office or study adds modern versatility for remote work or personal projects.

The first-floor master suite provides privacy and daily convenience with a spacious walk-in closet and private bathroom with double vanity sinks. Two additional bedrooms offer flexibility for family members or guests. Practical features include first-floor laundry with direct garage access, a single-car garage, and a rear porch for outdoor relaxation. Built on a slab foundation, the home emphasizes efficiency and easy maintenance.

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)1,363 sq ft
1st Floor1,363 sq ft
Rear Porch80 sq ft
Total Porch80 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House29′
Depth of House64′6″
Building Height16′9″
1st Floor9′
Garage1-car, front-load
Garage Area292 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof Pitch6:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
1-car garage
29.00′ × 64.50′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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Builder-friendly construction drawings

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