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Elegant Brick 3-Bedroom Home with Bonus Spaces and Workshop

Plan #A166-A · 2,474 sq ft · 3 bd · 3 ba · 1.0 story · 3-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
2,474
Sq Ft
3
Beds
3
Baths
1.0
Stories
3
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Need a single-level layout with no stairs (one-story ranch with all living on one floor)
  • Want a workshop or hobby space for projects and storage (dedicated workshop included)
  • Have a master suite need for privacy and separation from guest bedrooms (master positioned away from secondary bedrooms)
  • Love covered outdoor living and lakefront entertaining (covered front porch and rear veranda)
  • Need a 3-car garage for multiple vehicles or storage (3-car courtyard garage)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 4+ bedrooms for a large family — this plan has 3 bedrooms
  • Want a two-story layout with upper-level bedrooms — this is a single-story ranch
  • Working with a very narrow lot under 70 ft — this design needs 70–79 ft of width

This plan tends to appeal to:

Lakefront OwnersCar EnthusiastsOutdoor EntertainersHobby Farmers
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Main Level — 2,474 sq ft · 77.00′W × 96.00′D

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About this plan

A Ranch with Workshop and Lakefront Appeal

The Cova Creek is an elegant 2,400 sq ft ranch plan that combines nostalgic charm with open-concept living and practical functionality. This single-story, three-bedroom home features a classic brick exterior, covered front porch, and a signature three-car courtyard garage ideal for lakefront or wide suburban settings.

The open-concept gathering zone centers on a fireplace shared by the formal dining room and living room, flowing naturally into a gourmet kitchen with a large center island and bright breakfast area. Direct access to a rear veranda through sliding glass doors extends the living experience outdoors. The master suite offers exceptional privacy with its own sitting area and full bath, positioned away from the secondary bedrooms to accommodate both homeowners and long-term guests with maximum discretion.

A unique addition to this plan is the dedicated workshop—ideal for hobbyists, craftsmen, and those who value hands-on pursuits. Built on a slab foundation with options for basement expansion, the Cova Creek delivers the storage, space, and functionality active families demand across a 70–79 ft width and 90–99 ft depth.

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)2,474 sq ft
2nd Floor612 sq ft
Basement (Finished)2,344 sq ft
Basement (Unfinished)2,344 sq ft
Bonus Room612 sq ft
Total Porch200 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms3
Stories1.0
Width of House77′
Depth of House96′
Building Height27′
1st Floor9′
2nd Floor9′
Trey15′
Garage3-car, courtyard-load
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x6
Roof Pitch8:12
SidingBrick Exterior

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
3 bedrooms · 3 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
3-car garage
77.00′ × 96.00′ footprint
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