This modern farmhouse gives you nearly 2,951 sq ft of lived-in luxury, maintaining big open spaces and four full bedrooms (optionally five), but with scale thatβs easier to manage. You also get a 3-car side-load garage, a bonus room above it with full bath & kitchenette, and all the charm without the extra bulk. ξ¨0ξ¨
Exterior & Porch Personality
A welcoming 8-foot-deep front porch stretches across the entry, flanked by classic gables, with board-and-batten siding giving that crisp, modern farmhouse curb appeal. A centered dormer over the French doors adds symmetry and character. ξ¨1ξ¨
Open Living Flow & Great Room Highlights
Vaulted ceilings in the great room greet you as you walk inβhigh, airy, and anchored by a fireplace with built-ins. A 16β² slider opens to a rear porch (complete with outdoor fireplace & kitchen) to blur indoor-outdoor living. Connections feel natural, and the layout supports both entertaining and everyday ease. ξ¨2ξ¨
Kitchen & Dining Designed for Life
- Generous prep island that seats fiveβgreat spot for casual meals or keeping helpers close while cooking. ξ¨3ξ¨
- Walk-in pantry helps keep clutter out of sight. ξ¨4ξ¨
- A formal dining room sits adjacentβperfect for gatherings. A grilling porch just outside makes outdoor cooking or summer BBQs easy. ξ¨5ξ¨
Bedrooms & Private Zones
The primary suite sits quietly on the right side, with vaulted ceiling, dual fixtures, separate tub and shower, and a large walk-in closet that connects directly to the laundry room. This saves steps and makes life smoother. ξ¨6ξ¨
On the opposite side of the house, three secondary bedrooms provide family or guest space. Two of them share a Jack-and-Jill bath. (One of these rooms also works well as a home office if you prefer.) ξ¨7ξ¨
Bonus Room Above Garage & Utility Spaces
Above the garage is a 705 sq ft bonus room with its own bath and kitchenetteβgreat for guests, a studio, or whenever you need extra space without expanding the house footprint. ξ¨8ξ¨
A mudroom links the garage to inside, giving you a drop-zone for gear; storage closets and direct backyard access from the garage help with practical living. ξ¨9ξ¨
Quick Specs
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Heated Area | ~2,951 sq ft (main) + 705 sq ft bonus ξ¨10ξ¨ |
| Bedrooms | 4-5 (flexible) ξ¨11ξ¨ |
| Bathrooms | 3-4 full + 1 half depending on options ξ¨12ξ¨ |
| Stories | One level + bonus above garage ξ¨13ξ¨ |
| Garage | 3-car, side-load, ~925 sq ft area ξ¨14ξ¨ |
| Porch, Combined | ~1,005 sq ft ξ¨15ξ¨ |
| Exterior Walls | 2Γ4 standard (2Γ6 optional) ξ¨16ξ¨ |
| Dimensions (W Γ D) | ~89β²-10β³ Γ 73β²-9β³ ξ¨17ξ¨ |
| Ceiling Height | Main: 10β²; Bonus: 10β²; Garage: 10β² ξ¨18ξ¨ |
Estimated U.S. Build Cost (USD)
For a home of ~3,000 sq ft with premium touches (vaulted ceilings, large sliders, outdoor kitchen, bonus room, etc.), youβre likely looking at **$175-$260 per sq ft** in many parts of the United States. That places an estimated build cost in the ballpark of **$516,000 to $767,000 USD** (excluding land, site work, permits). Depending on region and finish level, costs could be lower or higher.
Why This Plan Is Such a Sweet Spot
- Itβs downsized enough to be more affordable and manageable, yet it doesnβt sacrifice space or luxury.
- Great balance of private & communal zonesβmaster suite separated from secondary bedrooms helps with noise and flow.
- Bonus room above garage gives extra flexibility over timeβor for guestsβwithout overloading the main footprint.
- Outdoor-living built in: grilling porch, rear porch with fireplace, great slidersβmakes the house feel bigger and more connected to the land.
- Good storage + utility design (pantry, mudroom, laundry access) reduce daily friction. Practical things that make life easier.
