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Charming 1,547 sq ft Cottage-Style Coastal Home with Expansive Porches

Plan #X5740-A · 1,547 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2.0 story · 2-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,547
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
2.0
Stories
2
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Building on a narrow waterfront lot (35 ft width, 70 ft depth)
  • Need elevated construction for flood-prone areas (piling and pier foundation)
  • Want extensive covered outdoor living (420 sq ft of porches plus grilling terrace)
  • Require an elevator for accessibility between floors (internal elevator to basement)
  • Seeking a two-car garage at ground level (668 sq ft front-load garage)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need a single-story layout (this is a two-story elevated design)
  • Prefer traditional slab or crawl space foundation (piling/pier foundation only)
  • Want a larger footprint for entertaining (1,547 sq ft total living area)
  • Require 4+ bedrooms (only 3 bedrooms)
  • Need a basement with full headroom (662 sq ft basement under elevated structure)

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 1,547 sq ft · 35.00′W × 74.50′D

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About this plan

Magnolia Beach Hut is a coastal-style home spanning 1,547 sq ft of heated living area, designed specifically for elevated construction on pilings. With a 35-foot width and 70-foot depth, this footprint is optimized for narrow coastal lots while maintaining a 30-foot 6-inch maximum building height. The structure is engineered with 2x6 exterior wall framing and a traditional 8:12 roof pitch, ensuring both structural integrity and a low-country aesthetic.

The main floor interior is organized around an open-concept kitchen equipped with a central island and a dedicated walk-in pantry. A keeping room adjacent to the cooking zone functions as a primary gathering space, while the 9-foot ceiling heights contribute to the overall volume of the living area. The layout includes three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with the master suite featuring walk-in closets for optimized storage.

Accessibility and outdoor integration define the site plan, which includes an internal elevator providing vertical circulation between the main level and the 662 sq ft basement area. Exterior living is expanded through 420 sq ft of total porch space, including a covered front porch, a rear porch, a side porch, and a screened porch/sunroom. A dedicated grilling terrace further enhances the transition between the interior and exterior environments.

Practicality is addressed through the integration of a 668 sq ft, 2-car front-load garage located at the base level. This configuration accounts for vehicle storage and utility access while supporting the overall elevation requirements of the structure. The design is intended for use as a primary residence or a coastal vacation property, utilizing a flexible, efficient floor plan to maximize the available square footage.

Key Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, elevated piling foundation, 2-car front-load garage, internal elevator, open-concept kitchen, walk-in pantry, keeping room, screened porch, 8:12 roof pitch.

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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)
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  • 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)1,547 sq ft
1st Floor1,547 sq ft
Basement (Finished)662 sq ft
Front Porch240 sq ft
Side Porch303 sq ft
Total Porch543 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories2.0
Width of House35′
Depth of House74′6″
Building Height30′6″
1st Floor9′
Garage9′
Garage2-car, front-load
Garage Area668 sq ft
FoundationPier / Piling
Wall Framing2x6
Roof FramingTruss
Roof Pitch8:12

Key Features

2.0-story layout
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
35.00′ × 74.50′ footprint
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