Home Architecture and Home Design House Plans With Mother-In-Law Suites So You'll Always Have A Room For Mama Flexible in form, function, and style. By Southern Living Editors Updated on January 9, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Southern Living House Plans Designing a home with multigenerational living in mind is one way that families are changing the landscape of house development. As we look for more ways to keep the family together, we've realized that a custom build might be just the ticket. We've gathered a collection of mother-in-law suite house plans that balance form, function, and style. If you're looking for more house plan ideas geared toward multigenerational living, peruse our collection. But, if you want to know a few of our favorites, take a gander through these Southern Living House Plans with a mother-in-law suite to find a new place to call home. 01 of 11 Bellewood Cottage, Plan #2049 Southern Living House Plans A carriage house just off the main living space is ready for a custom build. You'll find three bedrooms and three bathrooms in the main home—all on one floor. 3 bedrooms/3 bathrooms 2,937 square feet See Plan: Bellewood Cottage 02 of 11 Colonial Chase, Plan #1655 Southern Living House Plans This six-bedroom, six-bath home is full of space. A guest suite above the garage with its own kitchen, living room, and bath makes it a completely private home, but with the benefit of being just a stone's throw from the rest of the family in the main house. 6 bedrooms/6.5 bathrooms 5,283 square feet See Plan: Colonial Chase 03 of 11 Deep River Farmhouse, Plan #2059 Southern Living House Plans Dual main suites make this a suitable plan for families who want everyone under one roof but with a little more personal space than a traditional guest room would allow. The plan features four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths within the 3,559-square-foot dwelling. A raised garage slab allows for a step-free entry into the home. 4 bedrooms/3.5 bathrooms 3,559 square feet See Plan: Deep River Farmhouse 04 of 11 Bayou Bend, Plan #1745 Southern Living House Plans Our 2010 Georgia Idea House is a commanding, coastal-inspired looker with room for the whole family, thanks to a studio apartment over the garage. It features a kitchen, bath, and private entry staircase. 4 bedrooms/3 bathrooms 3,589 square feet See Plan: Bayou Bend 05 of 11 Summertime Lowcountry C + Apartment, Plan # 2013-C Southern Living House Plans An alternate plan for the Summertime Lowcountry, the apartment elevation features a suite with a kitchen, living room, dining area, and bath above the garage. It eliminates the third garage bay to allow for private entry stairs and storage. 4 bedrooms/4.5 bathrooms 3,931 square feet See Plan: Summertime Lowcountry C + Apartment 06 of 11 Oakland Hall, Plan #2025 Southern Living House Plans A historical Nashville home inspired this stately house plan. It features four fireplaces, a three-story foyer, and four covered porches. While the existing plan features 6,265 heated square feet, you can add the Bluebird Cottage Plan 2026 to the property to complete the estate and add a designated space to accommodate guests or family members. 4 bedrooms/4.5 bathrooms 6,265 square feet See Plan: Oakland Hall 07 of 11 The Galloway, Plan #2060 Southern Living House Plans This house plan features elements for multigenerational living, like a curbless shower with grab bars. This layout, complete with a future guest suite over the garage, leaves plenty of room for adult children and aging parents to stay under one roof. 4 bedrooms/4.5 bathrooms 4,142 square feet See Plan: The Galloway 08 of 11 Captain's Watch, Plan #1426 Southern Living Enjoy three floors of living space with a combination of Cape Cod and Southern Coastal architecture. The second-story bay windows and spiral staircase to the lookout are ideal for waterfront living. 5 bedrooms/5.5 bathrooms 4,920 square feet See Plan: Captain's Watch 09 of 11 New Carolina Island House, Plan #1825 Southern Living Enjoy expansive porches on all sides of this house, which pair seamlessly with the classic styling and welcoming shared spaces in this timeless favorite. 4 bedrooms/3.5 bathrooms 3,352 square feet See Plan: New Carolina Island House 10 of 11 Whiteside Farm, Plan #1979 Photography by Laurey W. Glenn Four bedrooms help make this home ideal for hosting family and friends. Imagine sitting by a fire during the fall or outside on the screened porch on summer evenings. 4 bedrooms/4.5 bathrooms 3,610 square feet See Plan: Whiteside Farm 11 of 11 Hilltop Lake, Plan #1897 Southern Living Delight in this house with a primary bedroom suite with a private covered porch. Expand the lower level to fit your family's needs, from a recreation room, game room, or wet bar. 4 bedrooms/4.5 bathrooms 3,630 square feet See Plan: Hilltop Lake Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit