Good things come in small packages.
Some of our favorite things come in small packages, including house plans.
To us, acozy cottagepacks more charm per square foot than any McMansion.
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And the wonderful thing about our most lovedSouthern LivingHouse Plansthat land under 2,000 square feet?
It strikes the perfect balance of Williamsburg-meets-New England style with a Southern touch we love.
Plans include the option for a detached two-car garage.
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Afinished basementcan be added for additional recreational space.
The home’s exterior uses cedar shakes and porch detailing in the Nantucket star design.
The symmetry evokes arural farmhouseand provides the space for two primary bedroom suites.
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Designed to promote cross-breezes, the plan offers the appeal of a weekend resort and year-round comfort and livability.
Cloudland Cottage has extra space for bunks upstairs, making it perfect for extended family weekends.
The disguised side-entry garage and full basement expand the utility of the home.
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The covered wraparound porch and back deck greatly expand entertaining space for family time.
This storybook three-bedroom home also fits graciously on most lots.
The private upper level is ideal for guests, complete with its own bathroom.
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Old Bethel, Plan #2044
This one-story home featuresLowcountry styleand comfort.
Brune, Plan #2019
The Brune home plan makes the ideal weekendlake house.
There is ample porch space on this coastal-inspired cottage.
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Each bedroom has its own private bath, an ideal arrangement for friends who come to visit.
The 12-foot ceilings and hallway built-ins give in a sense of spaciousness.
Two more bedrooms are on the upper level, providing ample storage and room for family and guests.
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A deep, covered porch skirts almost the entire house, making the most of outdoor living space.
The upstairs is sprinkled with window seats for catching the view.
River’s Edge
This pretty one-level cottage will be at home in any neighborhood.
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Use the front room as an office with outdoor access or a third bedroom for guests.
Beaufort Cottage
Beaufort Cottage blends modern living with the historic details of a Greek revival home.
Two extra bedrooms upstairs share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom.
The efficient layout offers plenty of room for a couple and an extra bedroom for guests.
Holly Grove
This shotgun-style plan has a combined living space and two bedrooms and baths.
The plan makes maximum use of every inch and includes a fireplace and wide front porch.
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Canton Row
This charming two-story has numerous tall windows that let in the light.
Built-ins in the living room and off the kitchen maximize space for books, papers, and collectibles.
A long porch frames the side of this two-story and overlooks the garden.
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Sawgrass Cottage
Shake siding and other exterior details make Sawgrass Cottage feel like home.
We also love the multiplebay windowsand outdoor shower.
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