Home Dream House Plans You're Going To Flip For Discover your dream home, no matter your location or style. By Zoe Denenberg Updated on January 24, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Southern Living Imagine that house you've had in the back of your mind for years. It's the "someday" house—or the one day, if I could build my dream house from the ground up, this is what I'd make. The "someday" 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 an actual image to the home you've been dreaming of building one day. The time to build your dream home is now. 01 of 20 Elberton Way, Plan #1561 Southern Living A dreamy stone façade completes the quaint look of this English-cottage style home. Bay windows and a wraparound porch are just two features we're flipping for in this roomy home. The mix of stone, brick, and board-and-batten exterior help this picturesque house feel like home. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths 3,469 square feet See Plan: Elberton Way 02 of 20 Farmhouse Revival, Plan #1821 Designed by Historical Concepts A classic modern farmhouse with front and rear porches? We're all in on this welcoming Southern charmer. The primary bedroom suite is on the first floor, while two additional bedrooms and a loft above the garage make up the other guest rooms. 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths 3,511 square feet See Plan: Farmhouse Revival 03 of 20 Cottage of the Year, Plan #593 Southern Living 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. The house plan sets up open areas for entertaining while other spaces allow for privacy. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths 2,718 square feet See Plan: Cottage of the Year 04 of 20 Stone Creek, Plan #1746 Designed by Mitch Ginn Inspired by the beachside homes of Cape Cod, you can customize this house plan to meet your family's needs. The exterior features cedar shake shingles, while the interior includes a main floor primary bedroom that opens onto a gorgeous back porch. Bonus spaces leave plenty of opportunities to expand. 4 bedrooms, 4 baths 2,639 square feet See Plan: Stone Creek 05 of 20 Tucker Bayou, Plan #1408 Southern Living This dreamy lakehouse, inspired by historic seaside architecture, combines the comforts of a vacation home with thoughtful features that make everyday life easier. Go warm with the paint colors to create a cozy, welcoming environment. 5 bedrooms, 4 baths 3,554 square feet See Plan: Tucker Bayou 06 of 20 Abberley Lane, Plan #683 Designed by John Tee 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. Other exterior features include ornamental ironwork, plantation shutters, French doors, and copper accents. 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths 3,846 square feet See Plan: Abberley Lane 07 of 20 Bay Breeze, Plan #1914 Southern Living This cute-as-can-be cottage extends back to provide lots of extra space while maintaining its charming curb appeal. Seafoam shutters accentuate the home's breezy, beachy look. Two bedrooms and two full bathrooms are available upstairs. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths 2,030 square feet See Plan: Bay Breeze 08 of 20 Vintage Lowcountry, Plan #1828 Southern Living This home is for you if you dream of the South Carolina Lowcountry. It combines beachy style with farmhouse charm to create an extra-cozy space. The open yet flexible floor plan is adaptable to various locations and lifestyles. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths 2,768 square feet See Plan: Vintage Lowcountry 09 of 20 Gilliam, Plan #1936 Southern Living House Plans 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. It's the perfect home to welcome family, friends, and guests, with four bedrooms over two floors. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths 3,208 square feet See Plan: Gilliam 10 of 20 Camilla, Plan #1523 Southern Living House Plans This charming home is fit for any Southern belle. It has lots of entertaining space and a regal, whimsical aesthetic. The sophisticated space perfectly balances the cozy, relaxing, and open atmosphere. 4 bedrooms, 5 baths 3,999 square feet See Plan: Camilla 11 of 20 Linville, Plan #1958 Southern Living House Plans A spacious foyer and an expansive screened-in porch make this a dream home for entertaining. The exterior emulates Folk Victorian styling with its board-and-batten siding and steep gabled roof. The covered carport makes for extra convenience. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths 3,188 square feet See Plan: Linville 12 of 20 River Place Cottage, Plan #1959 Southern Living This home exudes classic comfort. It's easy, breezy, and great for entertaining—the ideal traits of a beachside cottage. The screened-in porch with an outdoor fireplace and open living spaces with beamed ceilings are open and inviting. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths 2,420 square feet See Plan: River Place Cottage 13 of 20 Captain's Watch, Plan #1426 Southern Living With 4,920 square feet, this regal home works perfectly for multi-generational lakeside family reunions. Enjoy the view from one of its porches or ascend the spiral staircase to the captain's lookout. The exterior uses a combination of Cape Cod and Southern Coastal architecture. 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths 4,920 square feet See Plan: Captain's Watch 14 of 20 St. George Cottage, Plan #1906 Southern Living If you're dreaming of a retirement home, this quaint cottage may be the one for you. It makes the most of every square foot and provides an optional covered back porch. Other interior features include abundant natural light, a fireplace, and dual access to the patio. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths 1,610 square feet See Plan: St. George Cottage 15 of 20 Aiken Street, Plan #1807 Southern Living This symmetrical bungalow mixes vintage charm with relaxed modern features. The upstairs bunk loft is excellent for kids or a guest room. The exterior features a metal roof and tall operable shutters, helping to create the Lowcountry feel. 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths 2,233 square feet See Plan: Aiken Street 16 of 20 Wildmere Cottage, Plan #1110 Southern Living 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. This house combines Gothic Revival and Southern charm to create its gable roof and a classic home. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths 2,345 square feet See Plan: Wildmere Cottage 17 of 20 Sand Mountain House, Plan #977 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. Using natural materials helps this home blend seamlessly into its surroundings. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 half 2,853 square feet See Plan: Sand Mountain House 18 of 20 Bay Creek, Plan #1933 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. The first floor has an open floor plan that extends to the screened-in porch. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths 2,158 square feet See Plan: Bay Creek 19 of 20 Crane Island River House, Plan #2010 Laurey W. Glenn Our 2019 Idea House is a beach house dream come true. This Lowcountry-style house uses neutral paint colors and soft blues for timeless decor. Inside, the open floor plan includes a spacious kitchen, four bedrooms, and features like a hidden pantry, mudroom, and wine bar. 4 bedrooms, 5.5 baths 4,541 square feet See Plan: Crane Island River House 20 of 20 Ellenton Place, Plan #1493 Southern Living We're swooning over this Victorian Revival home that's sleek, sophisticated, and utterly dreamy. With 3,220 square feet and three bedrooms (plus a flex room that can be a study or a bedroom), this house is excellent for the whole family. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths 3,220 square feet See Plan: Ellenton Place Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit