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Dream House Plans You're Going To Flip For

Zoe Denenberg
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Ellenton Cottage, plan #1352
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Imagine that house you've had in the back of your mind for years. It's the "one day" house—one day, if I could build my dream house from the ground up, this is what I'd build. The "one day" house likely looks a little different for everybody. Some may want a rustic farmhouse, while others want a stately Victorian-style home. Some may want lots of porch space (this is the South, after all), and some may want bedrooms to spare for visitors.Our dream house? Well, we've got 20 of them. We've compiled our favorite dream house plans to inspire you for your big build. From charming cottages to expansive lakehouses, we have a house plan for every location and style. So whether you want to go big or small, modern or old-school, these designs will help you put a real image to the home you've been dreaming of. What are you waiting for? The time to build your dream home is now.

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Elberton Way, Plan #1561

Elberton Way, Plan #1561
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A dreamy stone façade completes the quaint look of this English-cottage style home. Bay windows and a wraparound porch are just two of the features we're flipping for in this roomy home.

3 to 4 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths
3,469 square feet
See Plan: Elberton Way

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Farmhouse Revival, Plan #1821

Farmhouse Revival Plan #1821
Credit: Designed by Historical Concepts

A classic modern farmhouse with front and rear porches? We're all in on this welcoming Southern charmer.

4 bedrooms and 4 ½ baths
3,511 square feet
See Plan: Farmhouse Revival

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Cottage of the Year, Plan #593

Cottage of the Year, Plan #593
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The Cottage of the Year is a time-tested favorite for a reason. With just over 2,000 square feet, four bedrooms, and three-and-a-half baths, this cottage has everything you need.

4 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths
2,718 square feet
See Plan: Cottage of the Year

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Stone Creek, Plan #1746

#6 Stone Creek, Plan #1746
Credit: Designed by Mitch Ginn

Inspired by the beachside homes of Cape Cod, this plan can be easily customized to your family's needs. Want a fifth bedroom? No problem.

Square Footage: 2,639
4 or 5 Bedrooms and 4 baths

See Plan: Stone Creek

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Tucker Bayou, Plan #1408

Tucker Bayou
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A dreamy lakehouse home with a clean, just-shy-of-symmetrical design. Go warm with the paint colors to create a cozy, welcoming environment.

5 bedrooms and 4 baths
3,554 square feet
See Plan: Tucker Bayou

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Abberley Lane, Plan #683

Abberley Lane
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We're dreaming about this classical Southern home, with its grand formal entrance and regal chimney-toppers. The spacious front porch even allows for an outdoor dining space.

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

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Bay Breeze, Plan #1914

Bay Breeze, Plan #1914
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This cute-as-can-be cottage extends back to provide lots of extra space and still maintain its charming curb appeal. Seafoam shutters accentuate the home's breezy, beachy look.

3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths
2,030 square feet
See Plan: Bay Breeze

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Vintage Lowcountry, Plan #1828

Vintage Lowcountry
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If you're dreaming of the South Carolina Lowcountry, this home is for you. It combines beachy style with farmhouse charm to create an extra-cozy space.

3 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths
2,768 square feet
See Plan: Vintage Lowcountry

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Gilliam, Plan #1936

Gilliam, Plan #1936
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With a dining room bathed in natural light and an open floor plan, this house plan checks all the boxes. Just one look at the farmhouse-style white sliding doors and you'll be all in.

4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths
3,208 square feet
See Plan: Gilliam

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Camilla, Plan #1523

Camilla, Plan #1523
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A charming home fit for any Southern belle. It's got lots of space for entertaining and a regal, whimsical aesthetic.

4 bedrooms and 5 baths
3,999 square feet
See Plan: Camilla

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Linville, Plan #1958

Linville, Plan #1958
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A spacious foyer and an expansive screened-in porch make this a dream home for entertaining. The covered car port makes for extra convenience.

3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths
3,181 square feet
See Plan: Linville

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River Place Cottage, Plan #1959

River Place Cottage, Plan #1959
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This home exudes classic comfort. It's easy, breezy, and great for entertaining—the ideal traits of a beachside cottage.

3 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths
2,420 square feet
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Captain's Watch, Plan #1426

Captain’s Watch, Plan #1426
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With 4,920 square feet, this regal home is perfectly suited for multi-generational lakeside family reunions. Enjoy the view from one of its porches or ascend the spiral staircase to the captain's lookout.

5 bedrooms and 5 ½ baths
4,920 square feet
See Plan: Captain's Watch

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St. George Cottage, Plan #1906

St. George Cottage, Plan #1906
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If you're dreaming of a home for retirement, this quaint cottage may just be the one for you. It makes the most of every square foot and allows for an optional covered back porch.

3 bedroom/3 bath
1,581 square feet
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Aiken Street, Plan #1807

Aiken Street, Plan #1807
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This symmetrical bungalow mixes vintage charm with relaxed modern features. The upstairs bunk loft is a great space for kids or a guest room.

4 bedrooms and 4 ½ baths
2,233 square feet
See Plan: Aiken Street

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Wildmere Cottage, Plan #1110

Wildmere Cottage, Plan #1110
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This classic American cottage has just enough space for a four-person family, complete with a mudroom, two porches, a walk-in master closet, and a playroom for the kids.

3 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths
2,345 square feet
See Plan: Wildmere Cottage

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Sand Mountain House, Plan #977

Sand Mountain House
Credit: Rob Lagerstrom

If you've dreamed of moving to a mountain home, this retreat is classic and warm without any cliché detailing. It's the perfect setting to gather the whole family.

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

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Bay Creek, Plan #1933

Bay Creek
Credit: Mike Swartz

A classic charmer, you'll want to stay at this beach home year-round. Its open concept and four bedrooms make it ideal for vacations and entertaining guests.

4 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths

2,158 square feet

See Plan: Bay Creek

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Crane Island River House, Plan #2010

Front Exterior Resource Guide for 2019 Idea House in Crane Island, Florida
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Our 2019 Idea House is a beachhouse dream come true. This house is decked out in neutral paint colors and soft blues.

4 bedrooms and 5 1/2 baths

4,540 square feet

See Plan: Crane Island River House

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Ellenton Place, Plan #1493

Ellenton Cottage, plan #1352
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We're swooning over this Victorian Revival home that's sleek, sophisticated, and utterly dreamy. With 3,220 square feet and 3 bedrooms (plus a flex room that can be a study or a bedroom), this house is great for the whole family.

3-4 bedrooms and 3 baths

3,220 square feet

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    1 of 20 Elberton Way, Plan #1561
    2 of 20 Farmhouse Revival, Plan #1821
    3 of 20 Cottage of the Year, Plan #593
    4 of 20 Stone Creek, Plan #1746
    5 of 20 Tucker Bayou, Plan #1408
    6 of 20 Abberley Lane, Plan #683
    7 of 20 Bay Breeze, Plan #1914
    8 of 20 Vintage Lowcountry, Plan #1828
    9 of 20 Gilliam, Plan #1936
    10 of 20 Camilla, Plan #1523
    11 of 20 Linville, Plan #1958
    12 of 20 River Place Cottage, Plan #1959
    13 of 20 Captain's Watch, Plan #1426
    14 of 20 St. George Cottage, Plan #1906
    15 of 20 Aiken Street, Plan #1807
    16 of 20 Wildmere Cottage, Plan #1110
    17 of 20 Sand Mountain House, Plan #977
    18 of 20 Bay Creek, Plan #1933
    19 of 20 Crane Island River House, Plan #2010
    20 of 20 Ellenton Place, Plan #1493

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