Elms: Modern Cottage Style House Plan
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About Elms: Modern Cottage Style House Plan
Welcome to your dream escape by the lake – a modern cottage that seamlessly blends luxury with the tranquility of nature. Picture yourself in a serene setting, surrounded by lush greenery and the soothing sounds of the water gently lapping against the shore. Here are some compelling features of your future lakeside retreat: Breathtaking Views: Imagine waking up to panoramic views of the shimmering lake every morning. Large windows throughout the cottage ensure that every room is flooded with natural light and offers stunning vistas of the surrounding landscape. Spacious 4 Bedrooms: The four generously sized bedrooms provide ample space for you, your family, and guests to unwind. Each bedroom is thoughtfully designed to offer privacy and comfort. Luxurious Bathrooms: Indulge in the epitome of relaxation with five beautifully appointed bathrooms. Whether you prefer a rejuvenating shower or a leisurely soak in the tub, each bathroom is a personal oasis. Versatile Loft Space: The loft serves as a flexible space that can be transformed to suit your needs. Whether you use it as a home office, a cozy reading nook, or a play area for the kids, the loft adds an extra layer of functionality to your lakeside haven. Charming Dog Trot: Embrace the outdoor lifestyle with a thoughtfully designed dog trot—a covered, open-air passageway connecting different parts of the cottage. This charming feature not only enhances the architectural appeal but also provides direct access to a staircase leading you down to the lower level without needing to step inside. Guest Suite for Hospitality: Your lake house is designed for hosting memorable gatherings. The guest suite offers a private space for friends and family, ensuring they have a comfortable and enjoyable stay while maintaining a sense of independence. Your modern cottage lake house isn't just a home; it's a sanctuary where you can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the serenity of nature. It's a place where every detail is designed to enhance your quality of life, making it the perfect retreat for relaxation, recreation, and creating lasting memories with loved ones.
Inside the Elms: Modern Cottage Style House Plan
Interior images from the designer. Click the main image to zoom.
What this plan is built from
Area
- House area
- 4,271 sq ft
- Garage area
- 579 sq ft
- 1st floor
- 2,582 sq ft
- 2nd floor
- 1,689 sq ft
Foundation
- Type
- Walkout
Dimensions
- Width × Depth
- 84' × 69'
- Height
- 38'
- Stories
- 1.5
Interior
- Ceiling height
- 10'
Walls
- Framing
- 2x4
The complete construction drawing set
Every plan ships as a reproducible PDF drawing set that you can take to any printer and copy as many times as you need. Editable CAD (.dwg) files are an optional extra rather than part of the package. Below is what arrives with every order.
- Cover Sheet
- Exterior Elevations
- Foundation Plan
- Floor Plans
- Electrical Plan
- Roof Plan
- Typical Wall Section
- Stair Section
- Cabinet Drawings
- Reproducible PDF
- 2x6 Exterior Walls +$299
- Basement Foundation +$299
- Slab Foundation +$299
- Crawlspace Foundation +$299
- Finished Basement +$299
- Reverse Reading +$299
- Site Plan +$299
- CAD Files (.dwg) +$599
- Unlimited Build License (Includes CAD Files) +$999
- PDF & Physical Prints (per set) +$59
- Material List +$299
Advanced House Plans draws to Omaha, Nebraska building codes, so some changes may be needed to meet your local standards, and areas prone to earthquakes or hurricanes may require review by a local engineer. Plans are not pre-stamped; a structural engineer's stamp is offered for all 50 states and Canada as a checkout option and takes one to three weeks. The blueprints do not include detailed HVAC or plumbing layouts, which are set by local code and your subcontractors, and they assume prior construction knowledge rather than serving as a step-by-step build guide.
Want changes? The quote is free.
If you like Elms but a few changes would make it perfect, Advanced House Plans can alter it. Every plan is drawn in house, so the people who change it are the people who designed it. The most common changes are priced up front on the plan page, and anything beyond those gets a free written quote.
Drawn in house
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Free quote in one business day
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Common changes priced up front
Exterior wall type, foundation, a reversed plan, a site plan, editable CAD files and an unlimited build license are all priced on the plan page itself. The options and prices that apply to this plan are listed above.
What will it cost to build this house plan?
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Your zip code, real records
The estimator pulls real estate records for new construction in your area to get an all-in cost per square foot, which includes builder fees, excavation, realtor fees and even lot cost.
Adjusted for this plan
That cost per square foot is applied to this plan's total finished area, then adjusted for features the average does not cover, such as extra garage space and large covered porches or patios.
Low to high, by finish level
The result is a range you can move by choosing a finish quality. Advanced House Plans is explicit that it is a ballpark, not a number to use for financing or to hold a builder to. For that, get the plan bid by a contractor.
