Best Price Guarantee— we beat any competitor by 10%·Family-owned since 1983·(888) 890-2353
ARCHIVAL DESIGNS
687+ reviews · Tap to call (888) 890-2353
Best Price Guarantee— we beat any competitor by 10%·Family-owned since 1983·(888) 890-2353
ARCHIVAL DESIGNS
Talk to a designer
(888) 890-2353
Garage PlansModify a PlanBuild Cost📅 Talk to David
HomeAccessory Dwelling Unit Adu House PlansCozy One-Bedroom Cottage with Smart Layout and Timeless Charm

Cozy One-Bedroom Cottage with Smart Layout and Timeless Charm

Plan #AE6882-A · 504 sq ft · 1 bd · 1 ba · 1.0 story

Accessory Dwelling Unit Adu House PlansCottageModern Log Cabin House Floor PlansOne Story
★★★★★Read 687+ verified reviews →
Estimated cost to build the home
$75k – $125kFree zip estimate ↓
Have questions about this plan? Book a free plan review with David →
David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
504
Sq Ft
1
Beds
1
Baths
1.0
Stories
Garage
9′
Ceilings
“We kept coming back to this plan — it just felt right for our family. The flow between the kitchen and living room works.”Verified buyer · Trustpilot
40+
Years in Business
3,000+
Plans in Catalog
10%
Beat Any Competitor Price
Expert
In-House Design Team
Quick self-check · 30 seconds

Is this the right plan for you?

Most regret comes from buying a plan that doesn't fit your life. Skim this before you decide.

Great fit if you…
  • Working with a narrow lot under 40 feet wide — the design is just 14 feet across
  • Need an accessory dwelling unit or guest cottage (504 sq ft, one-story layout)
  • Want a single-level home with no stairs (first-floor master suite and laundry)
  • Building a vacation retreat or minimalist residence (below 800 sq ft)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need multiple bedrooms for a growing family — this plan has only 1 bedroom
  • Want a spacious home to spread out — 504 sq ft is compact
  • Require a garage for vehicle storage — this plan has no garage bays
  • Prefer a deeper lot — the design is only 40 to 49 feet deep

This plan tends to appeal to:

Accessory Dwelling Unit BuildersVacation Home BuildersDownsizersFirst-Time BuildersAcreage Owners
Think this is the one? Choose your package above and check out when you're ready.Yes — this plan fits me →

Floor Plans

Tap to zoom · Download sample

Main Level — 504 sq ft · 14.00′W × 44.00′D

↓ Free Sample
floor plan
floor plan

Choose Your Package

Not sure? Call us — we'll help
PDF Set
Build as-is or minor changes
$1,550
  • Complete working drawings (PDF)
  • Instant delivery to your email
  • Unlimited build license included
  • Copyright release — print as needed
  • AutoCAD DWG files not included
5 Prints
$2,000
  • Complete construction drawings
  • Unlimited build license included
  • Copyright release — print as needed
5 Prints + PDF
$2,250
  • Complete construction drawings
  • Unlimited build license included
  • Copyright release — print as needed
PDF 3× Multi-Build
$3,100
  • Complete construction drawings
  • Unlimited build license included
  • Copyright release — print as needed
CAD Set
Significant modifications or custom design
$3,100
  • Complete construction drawings
  • Unlimited build license included
  • Copyright release — print as needed
CAD + PDF 3× Multi-Build
$4,650
  • Complete construction drawings
  • Unlimited build license included
  • Copyright release — print as needed

About this plan

Cozy One-Bedroom Cottage with Smart Layout and Timeless Charm provides 504 square feet of heated living space within a narrow 14-foot wide by 44-foot deep footprint. Designed for high-density lots, this one-story cottage house plan serves as an efficient ADU, vacation retreat, or minimalist residence. The structure maintains a compact presence while maximizing interior volume through 9-foot ceiling heights.

The interior layout prioritizes functional zoning, featuring an open-concept living area and a kitchen equipped with a dedicated walk-in pantry. A single bedroom occupies the primary level, supported by one full bathroom and a laundry area. This single-level configuration eliminates vertical circulation requirements, concentrating all 504 square feet of living space into a streamlined, accessible floor plan.

Structural integrity is achieved through 2x4 framing and an 8:12 roof pitch, which contributes to the 15-foot maximum building height. The home is compatible with both slab and crawl space foundation systems, allowing for site-specific adaptation. The exterior aesthetic is defined by a 112 square-foot covered front porch that extends the usable living area into the outdoor environment.

With a total footprint of 616 square feet including the porch, the design addresses the need for efficient land use in diverse settings. The 14-foot width allows for placement on restricted lots where larger structures are prohibited, while the internal layout ensures that the kitchen and living zones remain connected for efficient household management.

Key Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 504 sq ft heated living area, 112 sq ft covered front porch, 9-foot ceilings, walk-in pantry, 8:12 roof pitch, 14-foot house width, slab or crawl foundation, ADU-compatible design.

Explore floor plans, available formats, and customization options for this cottage design.

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)504 sq ft
1st Floor504 sq ft
Total Porch112 sq ft
Bedrooms1
Full Bathrooms1
Stories1.0
Width of House14′
Depth of House44′
Building Height15′
1st Floor9′
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space
Wall Framing2x4
Roof Pitch8:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
1 bedrooms · 1 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
14.00′ × 44.00′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
Copyright release — print as many copies as you need
Builder-friendly construction drawings

Modify This Plan

Free quote in 1–3 business days · In-house design team
In-house design team · Family-owned since 1983

Need a 4th bedroom, a different foundation, or 8 more feet of width?

Two quick steps. We'll reply with a fixed-price quote — no obligation, and no charge until you approve.

1–3 days
To send your quote
~2 wks
Typical revision time
Free
Until you approve
Direct
To the architect
1
Your contact
2
What to change
PLAN
Plan #AE6882-A
HOUSE · 504 sq ft · 1 bd / 1 ba /

First — where should we send your quote?

We only ask for what we need to get back to you. No address, no marketing.

Free quote — no charge until you approve·Direct to our in-house architect·40+ years modifying plans

What will this cost to build?

Most buyers are off by 20–30% before checking this.
Budget
$168k
Most common
Mid-range
$184k
Premium
$217k+
Modeled on Wichita, KS — our US price-baseline city. Use the form below to generate an exact estimate for your own location.
Refine for your location
Tiers above are baselined on Wichita, KS. Enter your own location for an exact Estidraft estimate.
Free · We email you the full line-item PDF.

Still deciding?

Book a free 15-min plan review with David Park.

David has 30+ years in residential design and construction documents. He'll walk through this plan with you — foundation options for your lot, modification possibilities, and exactly what's in the construction documents you'd receive. No pitch. No fee.


Reviews across all our plans — see plan-specific reviews on Trustpilot →

★★★★★

JoAnne and the entire staff was extremely helpful and patient with us while we decided between 2 homes. Outstanding curb appeal and a great layout perfect for us.

R
Rita Long · Milwaukee, WI
Plan: Cranberry Gardens
Verified buyer · Trustpilot
★★★★★

We've had an amazing experience with our new home. The customer service we received during our modifications was exceptional — they walked us through every change.

S
Sandra Hawkins · Montgomery, AL
Plan: Dunrobin Castle
Verified buyer · Trustpilot
★★★★★

We compared three plan sources and Archival's pricing + free design call won us over. Our builder said the construction docs were the cleanest he'd seen.

M
Mark Chen · Boise, ID
Plan: Pepperwood Place
Verified buyer · Trustpilot

→ Read all 687+ reviews on Trustpilot


Frequently Asked Questions

Can't find your answer? Call (888) 890-2353

For most buyers, the PDF Set is the right choice — instant delivery, unlimited build license, and easy to share with your builder. If you plan significant modifications or are building in CA, OR, WA, or NV, go with CAD + PDF so your designer can edit the source files. Still not sure? Call (888) 890-2353 and a real person will help you choose.

Still have questions about this plan? Talk to a real person — no pitch, no fee.

Starting at
$1,550
View packages