11 Ranch House Plans that Will Never Go Out of Style

Build your very own Texas Idea House! Our 2018 Idea House in Austin, TX, offers a wide front porch and grand staircase, giving this house the wow factor that carries on throughout the open living room and kitchen.

4 bedrooms/4.5baths

3,513 Square feet

See plan: The Ridge

Between the soaring ceilings, a stone fireplace, and a classic country ranch exterior, Sand Mountain House is a house plan we can’t get enough of. Another notable feature of this house is the friend’s entrance off the office with its own covered porch, how darling!

3-4 bedrooms/3 full, 2 half baths

2,853 square feet

See plan: Sand Mountain House

This French-colonial ranch checks every box on your wish list with plenty of space for entertaining, room to expand, and a spacious master suite. What sets Cyprus Lake apart is the amount of outdoor living spaces; with 4 distinct outdoor living spaces, you’ll never be far from a breath of fresh air.

3-4 bedrooms/3.5baths

5,312 square feet

See plan: Cypress Lake

Everything about this charming cottage feels like home. The exterior exudes a sense of warmth with the welcoming L-shaped porch and elegant, yet modest columns. Inside, Large, open rooms make up the shared living spaces and a private master suite occupies a separate wing of the first floor for plenty of privacy.

4-5 bedrooms/3 full, two half baths

3,945 square feet

See plan: Crabapple Cottage

Shook Hill is one of our favorite house plans for its classic curb appeal that’s been outfitted in a showstopping combination of stone, cedar-shingles, and lap siding. The deep, wrap around front porch adds an outdoor living space to the friendly façade. Inside, details like coffered ceilings, exposed beams, and a grand fireplace add a touch of luxury.

4-5 bedrooms/3.5 baths

3,257 square feet

See plan: Shook Hill

This ranch stands out among the rest with its arts-and-craft details like the exposed gable framing, mixture of brick and shingled siding, and vaulted ceilings with exposed beams. A main level master, and two bedrooms in the walkout basement level provide plenty of space for the whole family. If that’s not enough, the plan includes a bonus area over the garage that can be converted into a guest suite.

3 bedrooms/4 baths

3,678 square feet

See plan: Pine Ridge

The country-style ranch won our hearts with its spacious front porch and mansard style roof. Inside, an open floor plan between the kitchen and family room is the heart of the home. A spacious deck on the rear provides plenty of space for outdoor living.

2-3 bedrooms/2.5 baths

2003 square feet

See plan: River Run

This classic American ranch makes the perfect home for a young family. Open common areas and plenty of porch space are perfect for entertaining a crowd and a bonus space about the garage provides room to grow.

3-4 bedrooms/3 baths

2,010 square feet

See plan: Forestdale

Modern, yet traditional, Stewarts Landing is a house that will always feel like home. The exterior is adorned with classical details like stately colums and a wide porch. Inside, an open floorplan has all the comforts and luxuries of modern living.

4-5 bedrooms/3 baths

2,691 square feet

See plan: Stewarts Landing

A skylight porch, sprawling deck, and Jack-and-Jill bathroom are our favorite parts of this southern charmer. This plan includes a finished bonus room above the garage, perfect for hosting family and friends.

3-4 bedrooms/3.5 baths

2,370 square feet

See plan: Lakeside Cottage

This home is perfect for entertaining. Your guests will love the open layout in the family room, dining room, and kitchen and the extraordinary vaulted ceiling. The back porch boasts over 450 square feet of covered outdoor living space, providing more room for entertaining or a place to relax by the fire on chilly falls nights.

4-5 bedrooms/4 baths

3,470 square feet

See plan: Bridlewood