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The Best Closed-Floor-Plan House Plans

Jenna Sims, Associate Digital Editor at Southern Living
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The Potter's House | Plan #1489
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We love these not-so-open floor plans. If you prefer some separation between your living space, dining room, and kitchen, these house plans are for you. The separation of rooms allows space for storage and organization and ensures that everyone in the family can have their own space. Even though rooms are separate, large doorways, high ceilings, and windows still allow these homes to feel bright and airy. 
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Celebration Cottage, Plan #1891

Celebration Cottage, Plan #1891
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This floor plan allows for a traditional formal living room and formal dining room that is separate from the kitchen. A family room adjacent to the kitchen allows space for casual entertaining.

4 to 5 bedrooms and 4 ½ baths
4,037 square feet
See Plan: Celebration Cottage

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Abberley Lane, Plan #683

Abberley Lane
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High ceilings and plenty of windows create a bright and airy atmosphere, while the layout still keeps the spaces separate.

4 to 6 bedrooms and 4 ½ baths
3,846 square feet
See Plan: Abberley Lane

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New Vintage Lowcountry, Plan #1831

Vintage Lowcountry House Plan Exterior
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While the main living spaces are open, this best-selling house plan provides additional spaces where you can close the door.

3 to 4 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths
2,735 square feet
See Plan: New Vintage Lowcountry

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Cottage Revival, Plan #1946

Cottage Revival, Plan #1946
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An L-shaped layout allows you to move about this home with ease.

4 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths
1,929 square feet
See Plan: Cottage Revival

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Newberry Park, Plan #978

Newberry Park
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Plenty of porches make this home ideal for outdoor living.

3,625 square feet
4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and 2 half baths
See Plan: Newberry Park

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Pendleton, Plan #1812

Pendleton, Plan #1812
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This charming cottage still has plenty of entertaining space, even though each room is separate.

3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths
2,329 square feet
See Plan: Pendleton

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The Potter's House, Plan #1489

The Potter's House | Plan #1489
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Organized, comfortable spaces and sensible planning are the hallmarks of this design.

3 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths
2,504 square feet
See Plan: The Potter's House

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Cold Spring Lane, Plan #1416

Cold Spring Lane
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You'll walk into a spacious foyer that allows you to easily flow from room to room. A library and keeping room add plenty of storage space to this classic floor plan.

4 bedrooms and 4½ baths
3,291 square feet.
See Plan: Cold Spring Lane

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Sand Mountain House, Plan #977

Sand Mountain House
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This warm and inviting floor plan allows everyone to have their own space while still remaining on one level.

3 to 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2 half baths
2,853 square feet
See Plan: Sand Mountain House

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Eastover Cottage, Plan #1666

Eastover Cottage Plan #1666
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This simple cottage has high ceiling in the living room opening the space to the upstairs loft. However, a fireplace divides the dining and living space to create cozy gathering spaces.

3 to 4 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths
2,530 square feet
See Plan: Eastover Cottage

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Aberdeen Place, Plan #013

Aberdeen Place, Plan #013
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The flow of this home makes every day living and entertaining enjoyable.

3 to 4 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths
1,593 square feet
See Plan: Aberdeen Place

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    3 of 12 Abberley Lane, Plan #683
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