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Charming 2-Bedroom Home Plan with Loft and Rear Porch

Plan #AN6981-A · 1,500 sq ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story

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1,500
Sq Ft
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1.0
Stories
Garage
8′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Working with a narrow lot under 40 feet wide — the design is just 34 ft wide (narrow lot configuration)
  • Want a first-floor master suite with main-level living convenience (first-floor master suite with private bath and walk-in closet)
  • Love covered outdoor living and entertaining (272 sq ft front porch, 340 sq ft rear porch)
  • Need flexible upstairs space for a home office or guest area without committing to a full second bedroom (276 sq ft loft)
  • Seeking a compact, efficient footprint to keep build costs manageable (1,500 sq ft across two stories)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Have a large family or need multiple bedrooms — this plan has only 2 bedrooms and 1 loft
  • Need a single-level layout with no stairs — this is a two-story design with stairs to the loft
  • Want a spacious, sprawling home — the compact 34-foot width and 1,500 sq ft total may feel tight for larger households
  • Require a garage — this plan has no garage bays

This plan tends to appeal to:

DownsizersVacation Home BuildersFirst-Time BuildersNarrow-Lot OwnersEmpty Nesters
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Main Level — 1,500 sq ft · 34.00′W × 54.00′D

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About this plan

Narrow-Lot Cottage with Loft & Outdoor Living

Frady 1 is a charming 1,500-square-foot home designed for narrow lots, measuring just 34 feet wide and 54 feet deep. This two-story cottage features a first-floor master suite, a two-story great room that anchors the main living area, and a flexible loft upstairs. The covered front porch (272 sq ft) and rear porch (340 sq ft) extend the living experience outdoors, making this plan ideal for vacation homes, cottages, or downsizers seeking efficient, character-filled living.

The main floor spans 1,224 square feet and includes an open-concept kitchen, dining, and keeping room, plus a primary suite with a private bath and walk-in closet. A walk-in pantry and dedicated laundry room round out the practical layout. The 276-square-foot loft on the second floor overlooks the living area, offering flexible space for a home office, reading nook, or guest retreat.

Built on a crawl space foundation with 2x4 framing, the design combines 8:12 and 4:12 roof pitches to reach a maximum height of 21 feet. Consistent 8-foot ceilings on both floors maintain efficient proportions throughout. The Cabin and Cottage aesthetic, paired with practical features like walk-in closets and a pantry, creates a home that balances charm with everyday functionality.

  • Narrow footprint perfect for tight lots (34 ft wide, 54 ft deep)
  • First-floor master suite for single-level living convenience
  • Two-story great room and flexible loft for vertical interest
  • Covered front and rear porches totaling 612 sq ft of outdoor living
  • Walk-in pantry and dedicated laundry room
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)1,500 sq ft
1st Floor1,224 sq ft
2nd Floor276 sq ft
Front Porch272 sq ft
Rear Porch340 sq ft
Total Porch612 sq ft
Bedrooms2
Full Bathrooms2
Half Bathrooms1
Stories1.0
Width of House34′
Depth of House54′
Building Height21′
1st Floor8′
2nd Floor8′
Garage Area0 sq ft
FoundationCrawl Space / Slab / Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof Pitch8:12 and 4:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
2 bedrooms · 2 full baths
8-ft ceilings on the main level
34.00′ × 54.00′ footprint
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