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HomeCozy 2-Bedroom Country House Plan with Loft, Covered Porch & Open Floor Plan – 1,200 Sq Ft

Cozy 2-Bedroom Country House Plan with Loft, Covered Porch & Open Floor Plan – 1,200 Sq Ft

Plan #T8031-A · 1,200 sq ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 2.0 story

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,200
Sq Ft
2
Beds
2
Baths
2.0
Stories
Garage
8′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Working with a small or narrow lot (24 ft wide by 26 ft deep footprint)
  • Want a fireplace as the focal point of the main living area
  • Need a compact home that's easy to heat and maintain (1,200 sq ft with efficient floor plan)
  • Plan future expansion — unfinished basement offers 624 sq ft for workshop or recreation
  • Appreciate cozy, country-style charm with modern convenience (kitchen island, two full baths)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 3+ bedrooms — this plan has 2 bedrooms plus a second floor devoted to the master suite
  • Require all living on one level — the master suite is upstairs, creating a two-story layout
  • Want a large finished footprint — total heated area is 1,200 sq ft

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 1,200 sq ft · 24.00′W × 26.00′D

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About this plan

Cozy 2-Bedroom Country Home with Fireplace and Loft Master

This cozy 2-bedroom country house plan occupies a compact 24-foot by 26-foot footprint, making it an efficient selection for smaller residential lots. Spanning 1,200 square feet of heated living area, the design features a 12:12 primary roof pitch paired with a 4:12 secondary pitch for a distinctive profile. A 140-square-foot covered front porch provides entry transition.

The main floor encompasses 624 square feet organized around an open-concept core. A central kitchen island provides workspace with an integrated eating bar for casual dining, while a fireplace anchors the living zone. A secondary bedroom and full bathroom ensure functional zoning, with a dedicated laundry area positioned for practical access. The second level features 576 square feet dedicated to the master suite, including a walk-in closet for storage and separation from main-level social zones. Both levels maintain 8-foot ceiling heights.

Construction uses 2x6 exterior wall framing for thermal performance and structural rigidity. An unfinished 624-square-foot basement with 8-foot ceilings provides flexible space for future expansion, such as a workshop or recreation area. The total building height reaches 26 feet 8 inches.

  • 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with upstairs master suite
  • Fireplace anchoring the main-floor living area
  • Kitchen island with eating bar and wall pantry
  • 140 sq ft covered front porch
  • 624 sq ft unfinished basement for future workshop or recreation
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)1,200 sq ft
1st Floor624 sq ft
2nd Floor576 sq ft
Basement (Unfinished)624 sq ft
Total Porch140 sq ft
Bedrooms2
Full Bathrooms2
Stories2.0
Width of House24′
Depth of House26′
Building Height26′8″
1st Floor8′
2nd Floor8′
Basement8′
FoundationBasement / Crawl Space / Slab
Wall Framing2x6
Roof Pitch12:12 and 4:12

Key Features

2.0-story layout
2 bedrooms · 2 full baths
8-ft ceilings on the main level
24.00′ × 26.00′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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