These 20 ranch house plans will motivate you to start planning a dream layout for your new home.

Ranches are designed with the family in mind.

Plan #1973: The Ridge

3,513 Square feet4 bedrooms/4.5baths

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River Run, plan #578

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The exterior exudes a sense of warmth with the welcoming L-shaped porch and elegant, yet modest columns.

The deep, wrap around front porch adds an outdoor living space to the friendly facade.

Inside, details like coffered ceilings, exposed beams, and a grand fireplace add a touch of luxury.

The Ridge, plan #1973

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Inside, an open floor plan between the kitchen and family room is the heart of the home.

A spacious deck on the rear provides plenty of space for outdoor living.

The exterior is adorned with classical details like stately colums and a wide porch.

Sand Mountain House, plan #977

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Inside, an open floorplan has all the comforts and luxuries of modern living.

This plan includes a finished bonus room above the garage, perfect for hosting family and friends.

Plan #1429: Bridlewood

3,470 square feet4-5 bedrooms/4 baths

This home is perfect for entertaining.

Cyprus Lake, plan #1874

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Plan #1591: Mt.

The exterior details such as the gables lend depth and sophistication to this design.

The covered porch and ample deck areas will allow for enhanced outdoor living.

Crabapple Cottage, plan #667

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The 3-car garage provides just a little extra space for long-term guests or gear for your favorite hobby.

The porch area and fireplace will bring those you love closer.

The optional carriage house can be accessed through a breezeway.

Shook Hill, plan #1266

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The communal areas will bring you together for shared meals and everyday activities.

The original design lacks a garage, but that extra space isn’t always necessary.

The two bedrooms are ample, with living and dining spaces that are calling out for guests.

Pine Ridge, plan #1133

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Forestdale, plan #792

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Stewarts Landing, plan #024

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Lakeside Cottage, plan #751

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Bridlewood

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