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HomeCottageCharming 1,421 Sq Ft Craftsman Cottage with Bonus Space and Optional Basement

Charming 1,421 Sq Ft Craftsman Cottage with Bonus Space and Optional Basement

Plan #B6473-A · 1,421 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 2-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,421
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
2
Garage
10′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Working with a smaller lot — the footprint is just 46 ft 11 in wide and 53 ft deep
  • Want a cozy main level (1,421 sq ft) with flexible upstairs bonus space (504 sq ft) for growth without a sprawling footprint
  • Need a first-floor master suite for aging in place or accessibility (master bedroom, laundry, and main-level living all on one floor)
  • Outdoor entertaining is a priority — 562 sq ft covered lanai with fireplace
  • Considering a walkout property — optional 988 sq ft finished basement works beautifully on sloped sites
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need four or more finished bedrooms immediately — this plan has 3 main-level bedrooms and a bonus room (which is not a full bedroom)
  • Want a large single footprint — the bonus room is upstairs and the optional basement requires site topography
  • Prefer a larger main-level social zone — at 1,421 sq ft, this is a more intimate cottage-scale home

This plan tends to appeal to:

First-Time BuildersDownsizersEmpty NestersMountain Home BuyersVacation Home Builders
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Main Level — 1,421 sq ft · 44.50′W × 53.00′D

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About this plan

Cottage Charm with Upstairs Flex Space

This Craftsman-style cottage packs 1,421 sq ft of main-level living into a compact 46 ft 11 in width and 53 ft depth, ideal for smaller or modestly sized lots. The split-bedroom layout reserves the first-floor master suite in one wing, while two secondary bedrooms occupy another zone, maximizing acoustic privacy throughout the home. The open-concept kitchen, keeping room, and dining area form the central hub, anchored by a kitchen island and walk-in pantry.

A standout feature is the 504 sq ft bonus room on the upper level, offering 9-foot ceilings and flexible space for a home office, media room, or guest suite without expanding the footprint. Ten-foot ceilings on the main level enhance the sense of openness. A 562 sq ft covered lanai with an outdoor fireplace extends living outdoors, creating a sheltered entertaining zone.

An optional 988 sq ft finished walkout basement—available on sloped sites—can dramatically expand your living space or serve as a rental suite. The 2-car garage is offered as either attached or detached, adapting to your lot orientation and design preferences. Built with a distinctive 8:12 roof pitch and 25 ft 9 in maximum height, this cottage delivers classic Craftsman character on 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)1,421 sq ft
1st Floor1,421 sq ft
2nd Floor504 sq ft
Total Porch562 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House44′6″
Depth of House53′
Building Height25′9″
1st Floor10′
2nd Floor9′
Garage2-car, front-load
Garage Area594 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement / Walkout Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingStick
Roof Pitch12:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
10-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
44.50′ × 53.00′ footprint
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Plan #B6473-A
HOUSE · 1,421 sq ft · 3 bd / 2 ba / 2-car

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$386k
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