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French Country House Plans That Bring All the Charm

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These house plans look like they've been plucked straight out of the French countryside. Fan of the French farmhouse? We've got them. Or are you more the stately chateau type? Rest assured we've got that too. Here you'll find house plans with all the French country style of the coziest Provencal designs. The best part is that each and every one can be yours. 

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Lenox Cottage

Lenox Cottage House Plan

Plan SL-1415
3 bedrooms, 2 baths
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This cottage that clocks in under 2,000 square feet is just the ticket for empty nesters or those preferring a smaller footprint. But don't be fooled—the outdoor terrace adds plenty of entertaining space.

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New Rustic Oaks

New Rustic Oaks House Plan

Plan SL-070
2 bedrooms (3 possible), 2 full baths, 1 half bath
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Let's talk about that front porch, or are you speechless too? The foyer is another one of our favorite features, leading to the family room with a covered porch just beyond.

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Montereau

Montereau House Plan

Plan SL-1001
3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1 half bath
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If you're looking for a showstopping primary bedroom, you've found it here. Double doors, a walk-in closet, a sitting area, and a fireplace round out the retreat.

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Chateau de Valensole

Chateau de Valensole

Plan SL-1694
3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half bath
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This three-story house is deceptively spacious. Entertainers will rejoice over the kitchen that's completely open to the living and dining rooms.

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Elan Cottage

Elan Cottage House Plan

Plan SL-1731
4 bedrooms (5 possible), 3 baths
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Welcome home to this French Country stunner. The just under 2,800-square-foot house features four bedrooms with the option for a fifth. The covered front porch creates a warm welcome.  

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Madison Ridge

Madison Ridge

Plan SL-311
3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half
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This stately plan features a primary bedroom with a fireplace, large bath, and closet space to spare. Private bathrooms accompany each of the secondary bedrooms, while a half bath serves guests.

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Hitherwood

Hitherwood House Plan

Plan SL-1315
4 bedrooms, 4 full, 2 half
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The columned porch is the perfect spot for taking in the neighborhood—that is, if you can peel yourself away from the spacious, open-concept interior.

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Haughton Chase

Haughton Chase House Plan

Plan SL-1082
4 bedrooms, 3 baths
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With four bedrooms, three baths, and spanning over 3,300 square feet, this one-level floor plan doesn't sacrifice a thing. A spacious kitchen with keeping room is the crowning jewel.

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Denham Springs

Denham Springs House Plan

Plan SL-1005
4 bedrooms (6 possible), 4 full baths, 1 half bath
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Shuttered windows, high ceilings, and a two-way fireplace between the primary bedroom and keeping room bring all the charm to the classic French-style home.

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Hiwassee Cottage

Hiwassee Cottage House Plan

Plan SL-2046
5 bedrooms, 5 full baths
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The nearly 4,000-square-foot home maintains its cottage-appeal thanks to thoughtful design elements that keep the charm but bring all the function one could possibly hope for, including a butler's pantry, walk-in pantry, mudroom, three-car garage, and two separate porches.

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