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HomeCottageElegant Home Design (2,534 sq ft) with Spacious Living Areas

Elegant Home Design (2,534 sq ft) with Spacious Living Areas

Plan #A872-A · 2,534 sq ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 0-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
2,534
Sq Ft
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
Stories
0
Garage
10′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Plan for multi-generational living with two master suites providing privacy and independence (first-floor and second-floor master suites)
  • Want a master-suite home without a full second story — both master bathrooms serve the main living areas
  • Need abundant storage and finished basement space for expansion (2,330 sq ft basement, dedicated storage zones)
  • Seek convenience with laundry on multiple levels (first-floor and second-floor laundry)
  • Enjoy outdoor fireplace entertaining — the rear porch features an outdoor fireplace
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 4+ separate bedrooms immediately — the plan lists 2–4 bedrooms with two of them being master suites
  • Want a single-story ranch without upper-level space — this home has a second floor with master suite and laundry
  • Looking for a compact footprint under 60 ft width and depth — this design is 60–69 ft on each side
  • Prefer minimal maintenance outdoors — the outdoor fireplace and extensive porches require upkeep

This plan tends to appeal to:

Multi-Generational FamiliesAging-in-Place BuyersEmpty NestersDownsizersGuests-Frequently Hosts
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Main Level — 2,534 sq ft · 64.50′W × 64.50′D

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Snow Cap Cottage A - Archival Designs House Plans, floor plan

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About this plan

Dual Master Suite Design for Flexibility and Privacy

The Snow Cap Cottage is a sophisticated 2,500 sq ft design that reinterprets the ranch through architectural volume and multi-generational flexibility. This home features two master suites, two-and-a-half baths, a slab foundation, and stone exterior, establishing a prominent street presence that feels both rustic and refined.

The open-concept layout centers on an expansive great room warmed by a fireplace and a gourmet kitchen with an island and walk-in pantry. One master suite anchors the main level while a second master suite offers flexible use for guests or aging parents. Ten-foot ceilings and abundant windows brighten every gathering zone.

Outdoor relaxation is prioritized with a generous rear porch featuring an outdoor fireplace. Storage throughout and a massive 2,330 sq ft basement offer significant expansion potential. Laundry rooms on both the main level and second floor add daily convenience, making this cottage ideal for multi-generational households or those seeking luxury in a manageable footprint.

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)2,534 sq ft
1st Floor2,543 sq ft
Basement (Finished)2,330 sq ft
Basement (Unfinished)2,330 sq ft
Total Porch320 sq ft
Bedrooms2
Full Bathrooms2
Half Bathrooms1
Width of House64′6″
Depth of House64′6″
Building Height28′
1st Floor10′
Basement10′
Garage0-car
Garage Area0 sq ft
FoundationCrawl Space / Basement / Slab
Wall Framing2x4
Roof Pitch8:12
SidingStone Exterior

Key Features

2 bedrooms · 2 full baths
10-ft ceilings on the main level
0-car garage
64.50′ × 64.50′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
Copyright release — print as many copies as you need
Builder-friendly construction drawings

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