Cottage House Plans – Cozy, Charming Designs for Every Lifestyle
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Plan 15-1356 – Birch Grove Manor | New American – 3-Bed, 2-Bath, 2,200 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1347 – Auburn Willow Residence | Georgian Colonial – 4-Bed, 3-Bath, 3,445 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1340 – Auburn Brook Lodge | Low Country Coastal – 3-Bed, 3-Bath, 2,200 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1338 – Elm Valley Homestead | Coastal Garage Apartment – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 2,697 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1335 – The Tale | Craftsman – 3-Bed, 2.5-Bath, 2,050 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1316 – Oak Bluff Retreat | New American – 4-Bed, 3-Bath, 2,808 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1309D – Yew Tree Springs Manor | Craftsman – 2-Bed, 2-Bath, 1,420 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1309C – Alabama Yellowhammer | Modern Farmhouse – 3-Bed, 2-Bath, 1,850 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1308B – Aster Harbor Cottage | New American – 3-Bed, 2-Bath, 2,050 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1308 – The Cry | Cape Cod – 3-Bed, 2.5-Bath, 2,600 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1232 – Auburn Meadow Retreat | Shingle Style – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 3,200 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1208B – Walnut Brook Manor | Craftsman – 3-Bed, 2-Bath, 1,850 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1208 – Chestnut Shores Retreat | New American – 4-Bed, 4-Bath, 2,757 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1181 – Ash Cove Cabin | New American – 4-Bed, 3.5-Bath, 3,200 SF – House plan details
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Plan 15-1139 – Aster Pass Hall | New American – 3-Bed, 3-Bath, 2,527 SF – House plan details
What Defines Colonial Architecture?
Colonial style homes balance symmetry and practicality: a centered front door, multi-pane windows, and a simple gable roof.
Many exteriors are finished in stone or brick. Inside, a central hall organizes formal living and dining rooms.
Key Features
- Balanced façade and proportionate window placements
- Central hallway with rooms on each side; bedrooms typically upstairs
- Simple, efficient rooflines and shuttered windows
- Modern comforts—open kitchens, mudrooms, and great rooms where desired
Popular Variations
- Georgian & Federal: formal, stately interpretation with crisp symmetry
- Georgian / Classical options for grand entries and columns
- French Traditional Farmhouse: European influences with rustic touches
- Dutch Colonial: recognizable gambrel rooflines with wide second-floor rooms
Why Builders & Families Choose This Style
- Broad buyer appeal thanks to its classic design
- Works across climates in North America
- Easy to furnish: formal rooms for gatherings, flexible family spaces
What You Get with Our Plans
- Construction-ready CAD & PDF files
- Unlimited build license
- Structural engineering included
- Free foundation changes (slab, crawlspace, basement)
- Affordable modifications and matching plans (same exterior, different bedrooms/garages)
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Explore our curated collection of colonial home plans.
All designs are homes built and refined after 2008 to meet modern codes.
For adjacent looks, browse Traditional or
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FAQs
What makes a plan “Colonial”?
Symmetry, a central hall, simple rooflines, and a formal front elevation—often with stone or brick accents.
Can I customize?
Yes—we include CAD files, free foundation changes, and low-cost layout edits.
Are these up-to-date?
All plans reflect current standards and are backed by structural engineering.