Home These Three Bedroom House Plans Will Never Require A Downsize By Southern Living Editors Updated on January 24, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Southern Living House Plans There's something just right about a three-bedroom house plan. It's not too big or too small and functions for empty nesters and families with a few children at home. Depending on the square footage, you can find yourself in a spacious or small three-bedroom house that delivers the lifestyle your family needs. No matter what you are looking for, we have the floor plan built to suit. Take a virtual walk with us through a few of our favorite three-bedroom house floor plans for inspired living ideas, gracious entries, and all the Southern charm you can imagine. 01 of 30 Loblolly Cottage, Plan #2002 Southern Living House Plans Coastal design meets the modern farmhouse. Open spaces, vaulted ceilings, and a primary-level main bedroom have us dreaming of calling this cozy three-bed, three-and-a-half-bath dwelling home. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms 2,196 square feet See Plan: Loblolly Cottage 02 of 30 Evergreen Cottage, Plan #2003 Southern Living House Plans Step in the front door, and you're immediately in the home's heart. Here, it's all about gathering. A huge kitchen, living room, and dining area command the most space on the lower level, with a spacious main bedroom and bath holding down a third of the footprint. Once upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, a bath, a loft, and a terrace. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms 1,921 square feet See Plan: Evergreen Cottage 03 of 30 The Pettigru, Plan #1998 Southern Living House Plans Find a more functional and, yet, still charming, home—we dare you. It has porches, a courtyard, a great room, and a wide-open kitchen on the main floor. Take a tour upstairs to find an office or loft space and a third bedroom. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms 3,141 square feet See Plan: The Pettigru 04 of 30 Old Oyster, Plan #1934 Southern Living House Plans This house is Low Country living at its finest. Three bedrooms plus four-and-a-half baths create quite the dwelling for anyone who loves to entertain. The star of the show? A deep, screened-in back porch with a double stairway leading to undoubtedly more gorgeous views. 3 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms 3,951 square feet See Plan: Old Oyster 05 of 30 Meersea, Plan #1930 Southern Living House Plans Three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths fit comfortably into this 2,475-square-foot plan. The upper floor has the primary bedroom, along with two more bedrooms. Downstairs you'll find all the family gathering spaces and a mudroom and powder room. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms 2,475 square feet See Plan: Meersea 06 of 30 Bay Breeze, Plan #1914 Southern Living House Plans There's something about a screened-in side porch that sets our Southern hearts aflutter. Step inside to a living and dining area open to the kitchen. Just off the back of the house toward the main bedroom, a stoop steps down to your very own courtyard. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms 2,030 square feet See Plan: Bay Breeze 07 of 30 Water's Edge, Plan #1913 Southern Living House Plans Key West's Conch Temple houses inspired this plan. A metal roof, a double front porch, and exposed rafters bring all the Floridian character. The kitchen opens to the living space in the front and a courtyard on the side through the dining room. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms 2,122 square feet See Plan: Water's Edge 08 of 30 Abbey Row Cottage, Plan #1892 Southern Living House Plans Gracious 12-foot ceilings and a great room have a more casual or formal setup, giving this home a wow factor from the moment guests enter through the front porch. The main bedroom is on the first floor, while the other two—along with two additional baths—are just upstairs. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms 1,891 square feet See Plan: Abbey Row Cottage 09 of 30 Bellamy Place, Plan #1878 Southern Living House Plans The Colonial style is a classic choice that'll always stay popular and can feel at home in several geographical areas. The spacious front porch, open kitchen, and living room make it ideal for entertaining. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms 1,859 square feet See Plan: Bellamy Place 10 of 30 Garden Home Cottage, Plan #1859 Southern Living House Plans Want to know how to fit three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths into a just-under 2,000-square-foot plan without feeling even a hint stuffed in? The Garden Home Cottage will show you how. With the kitchen, parlor, and primary bedroom on the main level, everything you need for comfortable living is at your fingertips. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms 1,870 square feet See Plan: Garden Home Cottage 11 of 30 Little Blue Farmhouse, Plan #1873 Southern Living House Plans If ever there was a dreamy little farmhouse we wouldn't mind calling home, this would be it. A steeply pitched roof and beautiful architectural details create the appearance of a historic home. Inside, it's ideally suited for a modern lifestyle with open living and dining spaces and hardworking utility areas. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms 2,011 square feet See Plan: Little Blue Farmhouse 12 of 30 Sparta, Plan #1810 Southern Living House Plans A small home can be stately too, and Sparta proves it. Doric columns and a wide front porch bring curb appeal to new heights. A combined living and dining room connects to a large screened-in porch, providing an inviting space for entertaining. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms 1,824 square feet See Plan: Sparta 13 of 30 New Tideland Haven, Plan #1824 Southern Living House Plans You'll find plenty of space to stretch out in this expansive home designed with one-level living. Three bedrooms and a dedicated office provide all the secondary rooms your heart could desire, while an open kitchen, living, and dining area create the heart of the home. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms 2,622 square feet See Plan: New Tideland Haven 14 of 30 Sugarberry Cottage, Plan #1648 Southern Living House Plans The marriage of Craftsman and bungalow architectural styles result in one of the cutest cottages. The plan features three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a large living room, a U-shaped kitchen, and a spacious main bedroom on the first floor. Upstairs you'll find two more bedrooms and a Jack-and-Jill bath. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms 1,679 square feet See Plan: Sugarberry Cottage 15 of 30 Taylor Creek, Plan #1533 Southern Living House Plans You'll find a spacious three-bedroom home with ample entertaining opportunities with the Taylor Creek plan. Porches on both the front and side of the house extend the living outdoors, while you'll find a vast wide-open room, dining room, loggia, and hall on the bottom floor. All three bedrooms plus a flex area are upstairs. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms 2,890 square feet See Plan: Taylor Creek 16 of 30 Lafayette Parish House, Plan #1482 Southern Living House Plans This plan has stylish features inspired by 18th-century French architecture found in rural Louisiana. A few key features include rooms that look out to porches, minimal hallways, and a strong relationship between the interior and exterior of the home. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms 2,747 square feet See Plan: Lafayette Parish House 17 of 30 Shoreside Cottage, Plan #1419 Southern Living House Plans The front-facing exterior of the Shoreside Cottage misrepresents its nearly 2,000-square-foot size. In addition to the roomy front porch, a deck just off the kitchen makes another outdoor living space worth sitting and staying a while. Inside you'll find an open kitchen and dining area, a living room with a fireplace, and three bedrooms, including a downstairs main bedroom. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms 1,911 square feet See Plan: Shoreside Cottage 18 of 30 Port Royal Coastal Cottage, Plan #1414 Southern Living House Plans Who wouldn't love to stroll up these porch steps to a coastal cottage that seems straight from a dream? Two different elevations allow for either Craftsman or traditional cottage style. The deep front porch is inviting. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms 2,512 square feet See Plan: Port Royal Coastal Cottage 19 of 30 Lil Popper, Plan #1377 Southern Living House Plans The bottom floor features the main bedroom, with an additional two, plus an optional loft upstairs. This floor plan details a basement foundation plan if you need extra square footage. The floor plan is compact and comfortable, with plenty of space for any size family, budget, or lifestyle. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms 1,920 square feet See Plan: Lil Popper 20 of 30 Wildmere Cottage, Plan #1110 Southern Living House Plan This Gothic revival holds three bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths. The kitchen is open to the dining area, and the living room is just beyond. You'll find a spacious front porch and a screen-in porch off the mudroom at the back of the home. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms 2,345 square feet See Plan: Wildmere Cottage 21 of 30 Covington Cottage, Plan #1010 Southern Living House Plans If you have a narrow lot, this might be your plan. It's just shy of 2,000 square feet. The cozy Covington Cottage features one-level living in a spacious, open design. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 1,941 square feet See Plan: Covington Cottage 22 of 30 Winonna Park, Plan #503 Southern Living House Plans In this country cottage, you'll find all the luxuries of a larger home but in a compact and functional footprint that keeps daily upkeep and maintenance completely doable. The basic floorplan features two bedrooms, with an optional third. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 1,872 square feet See Plan: Winonna Park 23 of 30 French Broad Retreat, Plan #2045 Southern Living House Plans French Broad Retreat features unique features like a butler's pantry, kitchen island, and open layout. The breakfast nook connects to a screened-in porch, perfect for entertaining. Two bedrooms and a loft leave plenty of space for guests upstairs. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms 2,965 square feet See Plan: French Broad Retreat 24 of 30 Legacy Ranch, Plan #2028 Southern Living House Plans The main home is ideal for multi-generational living with a giant stone fireplace with built-ins, a living space open to the kitchen, and an eat-in island. The living room features butted glass panels, exposing the views and expanding how spacious the interior feels. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms 3,165 square feet See Plan: Legacy Ranch 25 of 30 Lowcountry Farmhouse, Plan #2000 J. Savage Gibson This floor plan features timeless architectural elements like farmhouse-inspired finishes and shiplap-paneled walls. This classic Southern home gives a comfortable and cozy effect of an old home but in a new house. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms 2,754 square feet See Plan: Lowcountry Farmhouse 26 of 30 Topwater Lodge, Plan #1385 Designed by Caldwell/Cline Architects Topwater Lodge features all the cozy amenities in under 2,000 square feet. The first floor has a combined family, kitchen, and breakfast space sandwiched between two covered porches. Upstairs you will find the primary bedroom and bathroom. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms 1,798 square feet See Plan: Topwater Lodge 27 of 30 Striper's Cottage, Plan #1388 Designed by Caldwell/Cline Architects Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms make up the second floor. The first floor has plenty of entertaining spaces, from the open kitchen, family rooms, and front and back porches. The warm fireplace centers the home, making it a welcoming space. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms 1,678 square feet See Plan: Striper's Cottage 28 of 30 Shoreline Cottage, Plan #490 Southern Living Enjoy the views from every angle in Shoreline Cottage. Whether positioned near the beach, a mountain, or in the woods, this simple floorplan captures serene views from all sides. The tall windows and open interior make the home modern, while the board-and-batten exterior, gabled roof, and generous porch set a traditional tone. 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom 930 square feet See Plan: Shoreline Cottage 29 of 30 Coastline Cottage, Plan #426 Southern Living This carefully crafted cottage defines luxury and practicality. There is plenty of room for guests, with private guest quarters and a luxurious primary suite included in this 2,000-square-foot home. Features like sets of French doors welcome sunlight and coastal breezes. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms 2,094 square feet See Plan: Coastline Cottage 30 of 30 New Albany, Plan #277 Southern Living New Albany utilizes every inch of space for convenience and practicality. The exterior uses a decorative columned front porch, and a stately gable provides curb appeal with a traditional, inviting entrance to this home. The high ceilings in the dining, living and family rooms give this home a spacious feeling. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 1,920 square feet See Plan: New Albany Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit