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Spacious 3 Bedroom Home with Luxurious Features

Plan #B252-A · 2,847 sq ft · 3 bd · 3 ba · 1.0 story · 3-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
2,847
Sq Ft
3
Beds
3
Baths
1.0
Stories
3
Garage
10′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Capitalize on rear views or waterfront — designed specifically for terrace and lakeside lots with open-concept main floor
  • Plan to age in place or prefer single-level living (first-floor master suite, laundry, living all on one floor)
  • Entertain outdoors frequently (outdoor fireplace terrace, grilling terrace)
  • Have flexible space needs with a 934 sq ft unfinished bonus room upstairs (bonus room with endless possibilities)
  • Want luxury finishes in a three-bedroom plan (butler's pantry, game room, media room, 2x6 wall framing)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 4+ finished bedrooms on day one — this has 3 bedrooms with bonus space upstairs
  • Prefer a two-story layout — this is a single-level ranch design
  • Working with a narrow lot under 80 ft — this design needs 80–89 ft width and depth
  • Want a traditional floor plan with separate spaces — this features open-concept, high-volume ceilings, and outdoor integration

This plan tends to appeal to:

Aging-in-Place BuyersLakefront OwnersMountain Home BuyersOutdoor EntertainersEmpty Nesters
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Main Level — 2,847 sq ft · 84.50′W × 84.50′D

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About this plan

Single-Level Craftsman Estate with Panoramic Views

The La Meilleure Vie is a precisely 2,847 sq ft craftsman estate designed to capitalize on panoramic rear views. This three-bedroom, one-story home sits beautifully on terrace, lakeside, or mountain lots, with high-volume 10-foot ceilings and an open-concept main level that floats the interior toward outdoor vistas.

The kitchen anchors social living with a dedicated butler's pantry serving both formal dining and a high-energy gathering zone that opens to an outdoor fireplace terrace. The master suite provides first-floor convenience for aging in place or busy lifestyles, with direct access to the mudroom and laundry facilities. A spacious guest suite offers comfort for visitors, while a game room, media room, and home office provide versatile spaces for work and recreation.

Upstairs, a generous 934 sq ft unfinished bonus room opens endless possibilities—home theater, guest bedroom, fitness studio, or playroom. Built on a slab foundation with 2x6 wall framing, this craftsman design combines luxury finishes with the efficiency of single-level living, perfect for entertainment and active outdoor enjoyment.

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)2,847 sq ft
1st Floor2,847 sq ft
2nd Floor934 sq ft
Bonus Room934 sq ft
Total Porch615 sq ft
Deck280 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms3
Stories1.0
Width of House84′6″
Depth of House84′6″
Building Height34′10″
1st Floor10′
2nd Floor9′
Garage3-car, side-load
Garage Area896 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement / Walkout Basement
Wall Framing2x6
Roof FramingStick
Roof Pitch12:12 and 4:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
3 bedrooms · 3 full baths
10-ft ceilings on the main level
3-car garage
84.50′ × 84.50′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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Plan #B252-A
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