Rutherford: Modern Cottage Style House Plan
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About Rutherford: Modern Cottage Style House Plan
This stunning 1.5-story modern cottage-style home blends timeless charm with contemporary design and luxurious comfort. Featuring a side-load two-car garage, the home welcomes you through a beautifully landscaped front courtyard, setting a serene and private tone from the outset. Step into the grand glass-surrounded entryway, where natural light floods the space. The entry flows seamlessly into the soaring two-story great room, anchored by expansive windows and an open concept that defines elegant, yet livable design. Just off the great room is a spacious dining area, perfect for entertaining or family meals. Adjacent to the dining room, the chef-inspired U-shaped kitchen boasts a generous center island, abundant counter space, and a walk-in pantry, blending form and function effortlessly. The main-floor master suite is a private retreat, featuring a luxurious en-suite bathroom with a freestanding soaking tub, walk-in shower, and a custom walk-in closet complete with a private laundry area—designed for ultimate convenience and comfort. At the rear of the home, enjoy outdoor living year-round under the covered patio, ideal for lounging or entertaining. Upstairs, a large central loft provides flexible living space—perfect as a secondary lounge, game room, or teen hangout. Three well-appointed bedrooms and two full bathrooms offer ample accommodations, while a private pocket office adds a smart work-from-home solution. With thoughtful design, luxurious features, and modern cottage charm, this home is a perfect blend of sophistication and warmth—crafted for both daily living and upscale entertaining.
Inside the Rutherford: 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
- 3,926 sq ft
- Garage area
- 655 sq ft
- 1st floor
- 2,726 sq ft
- 2nd floor
- 1,200 sq ft
Foundation
- Type
- Slab
Dimensions
- Width × Depth
- 87' × 69'
- Height
- 31'
- Stories
- 1.5
Interior
- Ceiling height
- 10'
Walls
- Framing
- 2x4
Roof
- Primary pitch
- 8/12,
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
- Crawlspace Foundation +$299
- Walkout Foundation +$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
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Common changes priced up front
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Your zip code, real records
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Adjusted for this plan
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