18 Small House Plans

Charming details and cottage styling give the house its distinctive personality. 

Square Footage: 1,645
3 bedrooms, 3 baths

• See Plan: Ellsworth Cottage

Covered with shingle and board-and-batten siding, this comfortable design may be built as a primary residence or as a getaway spot. 

Square Footage: 1,749
3 bedrooms, 4 baths

• See Plan: Wind River

Whether built as a mountain retreat or a full-time residence, this plan features an open first floor and tucked-away ground floor.

Square Footage: 1,588
4 bedrooms, 4 baths

• See Plan: Boulder Summit

This classic one-and-a-half story home takes advantage of every square inch of space.

Square Footage: 1,679
3 bedrooms, 3 baths

• See Plan: Sugarberry

An easy going, laidback warmth characterizes this cozy cottage. 

Square Footage: 1,042
3 bedrooms, 3 baths

• See Plan: Topwater Lodge

Inside and out, this classical house teems with ideas that reflect the historic charm of traditional, Southern architecture.

Square Footage: 1,510
3 bedrooms, 3 baths

• See Plan: Allegheny

With a deep, metal-roofed porch skirting the front, one entire side, and a portion of the rear of the house, this plan has the look of a Southern, shotgun-style house.

Square Footage: 1,435
3 bedrooms, 2 baths

• See Plan: Bluffton

Here’s a warm and inviting year-round retreat where friends and family can relax.

Square Footage: 1,678
3 bedrooms, 3 baths

• See Plan: Striper's Cottage

A cozy cottage that proves that good things come in small packages. Wood siding, stone, and shutters add charm to the home’s facade.

Square Footage: 1,593
3 bedrooms, 3 baths

• See Plan: Aberdeen Place

Here’s a compact, rustic-style house with plenty of style and flexibility. More space in less square footage is gained by open planning.

Square Footage: 1,715
3 bedrooms, 3 baths

• See Plan: Cedarbrook

This floor plan makes the most of one- level living with a combination kitchen, dining room, and family room that provides open space for entertaining.

Square Footage: 1,777
4 bedrooms, 2 baths

• See Plan: The Maple Ridge

Its symmetrical shape takes advantage of every usable space, allowing for spacious living and dining areas.

Square Footage: 1,771
3 bedrooms, 3 baths

• See Plan: Silverhill

Its simple roofline, clapboard siding, and wraparound front porch make this design an instant classic.

Square Footage: 1,486
3 bedrooms, 3 baths

• See Plan: Heather Place

In this open plan, the living and dining rooms combine to create one large space. A galley kitchen allows for easy access to the dining room and breakfast room.

Square Footage: 1,705
3 bedrooms, 3 baths

• See Plan: Coosaw River Cottage

With a flexible floor plan, the kitchen, dining, and family rooms are one large space that share views through a large picture window. A roomy screened porch is a natural extension of the home's living space. 

Square Footage: 1,672
3 bedrooms, 4 baths

• See Plan: The Sage House

Comfort, casual style, and thoughtful visual details define this house. 

Square Footage: 1,588
3 bedrooms, 2 baths

• See Plan: Rockborne

Compact and very functional, this cottage-style plan is an easy fit for any family.

Square Footage: 1,524
3 bedrooms, 3 baths

See Plan: Cherry Hill

Inspired by historic seaside architecture, this design combines the comfort of a vacation home with thoughtful features that make everyday life easier for today’s busy families.

Square Footage: 1,798
2 bedrooms, 3 baths

See Plan: St. Simons Retreat