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Narrow Modern Cottage House Plan with 4 Bedrooms, Vaulted Ceilings & Open Floor Plan – 1,655 Sq Ft

Plan #J8130-E · 1,655 sq ft · 4 bd · 3 ba · 1.0 story · 0-car

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1,655
Sq Ft
4
Beds
3
Baths
1.0
Stories
0
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Families with children needing 4 bedrooms within a compact footprint (4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms)
  • Want a narrow-lot home with vaulted ceilings to feel spacious (only 29 feet wide, vaulted ceilings create volume)
  • Need both a home office and formal dining room in a single-story layout (dedicated office plus formal dining room)
  • Seeking first-floor accessibility with a master suite, laundry, and living all on one level (first-floor master suite)
  • Prefer cottage-style warmth with modern open-concept living (vaulted open floor plan with cottage character)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Have a wide lot and need a wider home—this design is only 29 feet wide (narrow footprint required)
  • Need 2+ car garage or workshop space (no garage in this plan)
  • Prefer two-story layout with upstairs bedrooms (single-story cottage only)
  • Want a large great room without formal dining space (includes separate formal dining room)

This plan tends to appeal to:

Growing FamiliesNarrow Lot OwnersCottage Home EnthusiastsWork-From-Home ProfessionalsFirst-Time Move-Up Buyers
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Main Level — 1,655 sq ft · 29.00′W × 64.50′D

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About this plan

Cottage with 4 Bedrooms & Vaulted Ceilings

This modern cottage house plan combines 1,655 square feet of heated living space with a charming narrow footprint (29 feet wide by 65 feet 4 inches deep), making it ideal for compact suburban lots, infill properties, and modest rural homesites. Nine-foot ceilings and vaulted ceiling elements throughout the first floor create an unexpectedly spacious, bright interior that belies the efficient floor plan.

The open-concept layout flows seamlessly from the keeping or family room through the kitchen and formal dining room, supporting both relaxed daily living and entertaining. A generous kitchen island and adjacent eating bar provide workspace and casual seating, while the walk-in pantry offers storage efficiency. Each space receives abundant natural light through the elevated ceiling design.

The first-floor master suite provides privacy and comfort with a walk-in closet and private bathroom featuring double vanity sinks. Three additional bedrooms and two secondary bathrooms create flexibility for larger families or evolving household needs. A dedicated home office or study addresses modern remote work and creative pursuits. A rear porch extends outdoor living. Built on a slab foundation with 2x4 framing, the home emphasizes long-term practicality.

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)1,655 sq ft
1st Floor1,655 sq ft
Rear Porch80 sq ft
Total Porch80 sq ft
Bedrooms4
Full Bathrooms3
Stories1.0
Width of House29′
Depth of House64′6″
Building Height16′9″
1st Floor9′
Garage0-car
Garage Area0 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof Pitch6:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
4 bedrooms · 3 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
0-car garage
29.00′ × 64.50′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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