This delightful cottage plan delivers about 2,482 sq ft of warm, functional living space. You get 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths + 1 half bath, a graceful front porch, and a bonus loft (~473 sq ft) that’s perfect for a studio, media room, or secret hideaway.
Design & Exterior Appeal
With natural materials like stacked stone, cedar shakes, and iron accents, this cottage presents an “English countryside meets modern comfort” aesthetic at first glance. 2
Warm & Flowing Interiors
The foyer opens in multiple directions—drawing you into a formal dining room or toward the family, kitchen, and living zones. Column accents frame transitions that feel gracious, not abrupt. 3
Kitchen, Dining & Family Life
The kitchen is central, connecting to a breakfast nook with lovely windows and access to a covered lanai. A generous island with a snack bar keeps everyone around the action. The family room includes a cozy fireplace and opens to the rear outdoor area. 4
Master Suite with Retreat Feel
Your owner’s suite is tucked for privacy, with vaulted ceilings and direct access outdoors. The ensuite bath offers dual vanities, a separate tub and shower, and a sizable walk-in closet. 5
Bedroom Wings & Guest Space
Three secondary bedrooms are grouped on the other side, with two sharing a Jack-and-Jill bath. The fourth bedroom has its own full bath and access to the lanai, making it ideal for guests or multigenerational living. 6
Bonus Loft: Ready to Evolve
Above, a bonus room (~473 sq ft) awaits your imagination—make it a home office, art studio, playroom, or private media zone. It’s a smart upgrade space built in. 7
Quick Specs
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Heated Area | 2,482 sq ft (main floor) |
| Bonus Room | ~473 sq ft |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3 full + 1 half |
| Stories | 1 + bonus loft |
| Garage | 2-3 car (unheated, ~695 sq ft) 8 |
| Width × Depth | 81′-6″ × 86′-6″ 9 |
| Ceiling Heights | Main: 9′ & 10′; Bonus: 9′ 10 |
Living Highlights
- Elegant foyer that “welcomes, then disperses.”
- Kitchen as the home’s hub—functional, beautiful, and connected.
- Private master wing plus guest-friendly bedroom with lanai access.
- Bonus loft built-in for future flexibility without messing the main layout.
- Outdoor spaces anchored and sheltered—lanai, porches, transitions built in.
Estimated U.S. Build Cost
For a well-finished cottage of this size and character, expected U.S. construction rates might land in the range of $175–$260 per sq ft. That suggests a build cost between **$435K – $645K USD**, depending on region, finish choices, and site conditions. (Land, permitting, and site work not included.)
Why This Plan Feels Right
It blends cottage charisma with smart floor planning. You get both cozy corners and openness, built-in expansion options, and a design you can grow into without overextending now. It’s ideal for families who want beauty, utility, and room to breathe.
