These tiny cabins and cottages embody a lot of Southern charm in a neat, 1,000-square-foot-or-less package.

Forwaterside living, our coastal house plans will feel like they are made-to-measure for relaxing.

If you love rustic style, you will feel at home with our cozy, small cabins.

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A sleeping loft, accessible by a ladder, is also available.

The main living room has multiple windows, brightening the space, which features a wood stove.

The upper-floor loft bedroom includes two sizeable closets.

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The screened back porch provides additional space.

With a spacious porch, open floor plan, and outdoor fireplace, you may never want to leave.

When sunny mornings beckon, enjoy coffee and fresh air on one of two railed porches.

Shoreline Cottage, Plan #490

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The floor plan includes a kitchen, full bath, multi-purpose room, and living space with a fireplace.

The charming exterior offers a large, inviting front porch that opens to the casual living room.

Upstairs, a sleeping loft adds more room for guests.

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The gable roof covers this Southern-inspired cottage bungalow that will make every day feel like a vacation.

This two-room cabin features a cozy fireplace and a spacious living area.

It makes the perfect house for first-time, retirement, or vacation home buyers.

Eagle’s Nest Plan #739

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A covered front porch provides a haven for afternoon naps.

Inside, one room accommodates family living and dining.

This plan’s welcoming porch is a highlight, and would also be nice if screened-in.

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This is charm off the charts, and is a perfectly little hideaway.

The plan includes an optional screened porch that expands the living space and allows for enjoying the beautiful views.

The doors in the living room open onto a back porch to enjoy the scenic surroundings.

Hilltop Plan #728

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Create a private retreat upstairs with a spacious bedroom and bath.

Enjoy the pleasures of simple living with the comforts of a covered front porch and cozy fireplace.

It’s the perfect part-time or retirement cottage.

Backyard Retreat Pool House Plan SL-2061

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Yancey’s Mill Plan, #741

Roughing it can be a lot of fun.

The gable roofing adds a classic element to this house’s design.

Materials, such as stone, wood siding, and shingles, add character that sets the design apart.

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Upstairs are two bedrooms with a full bathroom in the middle, so guests can always have access.

The main area includes one large cooking, eating, and relaxing space.

A stacked-stone fireplace adds warmth to the great room.

Lake Haven Plan #609

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The metal-clad roof helps to reflect the heat and provide durability.

Beach Bungalow, Plan #243

Just under 1,000-square-feet, this welcoming cottage has it all.

There’s also a back screened porch which expands the living space.

Beachside Bungalow, Plan #1117

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The main living area features an open cooking, eating, and relaxing space.

The bedroom positioned to the side, creates a sense of privacy and coziness.

The screened-in porch works need a beach, lake, or mountain site.

Crooked Creek Plan #740

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Interior details like a wood-burning stove and central fireplace help make this a great year-round home.

Using local stone and wood siding lends a sense of place to the design.

This layout recalls the sturdy, primitive feel of a log cabin.

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The kitchen, dining room, and living area combine to create one spacious great room.

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Gin Creek Plan #738

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Cypress View Plan #735

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The Ozarks Plan #730

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Greer Lane Plan #1024

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Hickory Cove Plan #992

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Oak Creek Plan #737

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Heaven’s Door Plan #732

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Budget Beach House

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This 921-square-foot cottage has it all: a wide-open deck that’s perfect for hanging with friends after a day in the sun; a living room, dining room, kitchen, bedroom, and bath on the first floor; and a screened porch that opens up to another spacious dec

Weekended Cabin Plan #156

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Smokey Creek Plan #729

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