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HomeOne Story House PlansInviting Country House Plan with 3 Bedrooms, Fireplace & Open Floor Plan – 1,579 Sq Ft

Inviting Country House Plan with 3 Bedrooms, Fireplace & Open Floor Plan – 1,579 Sq Ft

Plan #H8159-A · 1,579 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 2-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,579
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
2
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Want a single-story layout with no stairs and the master suite on the main floor
  • Plan to age in place—master suite, laundry, and living all on the main floor with direct bath access
  • Seeking efficient country charm without a large footprint (1,579 sq ft, just 48 feet wide)
  • Value practical lifestyle features, especially laundry access directly from the master bedroom
  • Entertaining on a modest scale with covered outdoor spaces (front and rear porches)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 4+ bedrooms for a large family (this plan offers 3 finished bedrooms)
  • Want a two-story layout or basement expansion potential (single-story slab foundation)
  • Require more than 1,600 sq ft of heated living (1,579 sq ft total)
  • Prefer a home wider than 48 feet for a sprawling footprint
  • Need extensive garage or workshop space (two-car garage only)

This plan tends to appeal to:

Aging-in-Place BuyersEmpty NestersFirst-Time BuildersSmall Acreage OwnersRural Home BuildersDownsizers
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Main Level — 1,579 sq ft · 48.00′W × 50.00′D

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H8159-A Country House First Floor Plan, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sandlin House Plan

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About this plan

This inviting country house plan combines traditional residential charm with efficient modern living, offering 1,579 square feet of comfortable single-level space. Measuring 48 feet wide by 50 feet deep with 7:12 and 8:12 rooflines, the home presents a balanced, approachable profile well suited to suburban neighborhoods, rural homesites, or small acreage. Nine-foot ceilings throughout the main floor enhance openness and natural light flow.

The open-concept floor plan centers on a foyer, keeping room with fireplace, and seamlessly connected kitchen and breakfast area. A large kitchen island and eating bar encourage informal gathering, while the walk-in pantry maximizes storage and organization. The first-floor master suite includes a walk-in closet, dual-vanity bathroom, and direct laundry access from the bedroom—a practical modern convenience. Two additional bedrooms and a shared secondary bathroom provide flexibility for family or guests.

  • First-floor master with laundry access directly from the bedroom—exceptional daily convenience
  • Large kitchen island and eating bar designed for casual entertaining and everyday interaction
  • Covered front porch plus rear porch for outdoor living and relaxation
  • Single-story layout with all bedrooms, baths, and laundry on one floor
  • Two-car garage and slab foundation with durable 2x4 framing and stick roof framing
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)1,579 sq ft
1st Floor1,579 sq ft
Front Porch157 sq ft
Rear Porch64 sq ft
Total Porch221 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House48′
Depth of House50′
Building Height23′
1st Floor9′
Garage2-car, front-load
Garage Area453 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement / Walkout Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingStick
Roof Pitch7:12 and 8:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
48.00′ × 50.00′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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Builder-friendly construction drawings

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Plan #H8159-A
HOUSE · 1,579 sq ft · 3 bd / 2 ba / 2-car

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