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English Cottage House Plans

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We are currently working on a collection of English cottage house plans. We’ve already released our first three plans, which you can learn all about below. Our goal is to provide an affordable option to those wanting to build a timeless and stylish home that has great curb appeal and a floor plan that meets all the needs of modern living. We love the English cottage style and all of the charm and character it brings to a home! Let’s take a look at what characteristics make up an English cottage.

Features of the English Cottage Style House

Today’s English cottage house plans still retain many of their historic design features that we love while being updated for modern living. Some of the features that English cottage style homes have are front-facing gables, steeply pitched roofs, arched doors, and shutters.

On the interior of the home, you’ll find plenty of open spaces perfect for entertaining as well as cozy nooks for relaxing in privacy. Many English cottage style homes also feature large fireplaces—reflecting their historical past—as well as exposed beams that bring a bit of old-world charm into the interior.

But to meet the needs and wants of current-day homeowners, we will be including open floor plans, large gourmet kitchens, and plenty of storage.

House Plans

Here are some English Cottage house plans, including our own.

Meadowbrook Cottage

The Meadowbrook Cottage house plan offers a perfect blend of traditional charm and modern convenience. This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home is beautifully designed to bring the timeless appeal of an English cottage together with a comfortable and functional layout suitable for today’s lifestyles.

As you enter the home, you’re greeted with a two-story foyer that leads into the main living area, where you’ll notice a natural flow between the living room, dining room, and gourmet kitchen.  On the main level you’ll also find the master bedroom, complete with a spacious walk-in closet, a luxurious ensuite bathroom, and majestic vaulted ceilings.  Other key features include a home office, a covered back porch, and an optional bonus room.

The Spring Creek Cottage

The Spring Creek Cottage features timeless architecture combined with a modern and practical layout. This inviting house plan includes three spacious bedrooms, each complemented with its own private bathroom. The kitchen, a showpiece with its 15 ft vaulted ceiling, serves as a central hub for family gatherings and meal times. The master suite is conveniently nestled on the main level, creating a private and tranquil retreat. Additionally, an attached two-car garage provides ample space for vehicles and storage, further enhancing the functionality of the design. Seamlessly blending time-honored charm with modern living needs, the Spring Creek Cottage offers a unique and comfortable home setting for any family.

Orchard Lane

The Orchard Lane cottage house plan evokes the charm and comfort of classic living while boasting modern design features and amenities. With a single-level layout, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home provides an ideal setting for both relaxation and entertainment. The home’s layout is efficiently designed to ensure easy accessibility and flow between spaces. Among the property’s highlights is the spacious master bedroom, which includes an en-suite bathroom. This tranquil retreat features vaulted ceilings, creating a heightened sense of space and airiness and emphasizing the room’s unique character.  There’s also an optional bonus room that provides additional flexible space if needed. 

Dovetail Cottage

The Dovetail Cottage is a two-story 5-bedroom 3 1/2-bath cottage beautifully marries tradition with modern conveniences. On the main floor, the master suite offers both luxury and accessibility with its spacious en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet and easy access to the laundry room.

Central to the home, the open-plan living, dining, and kitchen areas provide a cozy yet spacious environment, perfect for both entertaining guests and intimate family dinners. From here, one can effortlessly transition to the large covered back porch, overlooking the backyard.

Hillstone Cottage

The Hillstone Cottage floorplan is a smaller floorplan with around 1,448 square feet of finished area. This classic design features gabled rooflines, shake siding, and an inviting front porch that beckons visitors indoors. The larger family dining room is a great place to enjoy family gatherings or cozy up with a book beside a roaring fire in the great room. Multiple outdoor living spaces combine with a spacious kitchen to provide all the comforts of home for your family and guests.

Total Square Footage1,448
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms3
FoundationCrawlspace
Primary BedroomMain
Fireplaces1

Winchester Park

Winchester Park house plan includes 2,205 of living space. This home features the master bedroom on the main level, an open floor plan, and a separate dining room for entertaining. The exterior features two steeply pitched front-facing gables, a small covered porch, and a cute shed dormer.

Total Square Footage2,205
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms2.5
FoundationSlab
Primary BedroomMain
Fireplaces1

Cottage House Plan by American Best

The Cottage House Plan by American Best is the perfect brick cottage with a contemporary edge. This cottage is around 1,962 square feet, with three bedrooms and two and a half baths. The open floor plan is perfect for larger gatherings and holidays. The plan also features ample storage for a small cottage of this size, with every bedroom having a walk-in closet.

Total Square Footage1,962
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2.5
FoundationSeveral Options
Primary BedroomMain
Fireplaces1

Woodcrest Hill

Woodcrest Hill is a unique cottage with a steep roof pitch, a front-facing garage, three bedrooms, and two and half bathrooms. The arched front door adds lots of character to the front exterior. The open shared fireplace between the living and dining room area makes for cozy evenings in the winter months.

Total Square Footage2,511
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2.5
FoundationSeveral Options
Primary BedroomMain
Fireplaces1

Brittingham

The Brittingham is a two-story beauty that includes several porches. Its traditional layout allows plenty of options when it comes to decorating your dream home while embracing timeless style. It has features such as the master on the main level, a guestroom adjacent to the front porch, second-floor balcony, and a master suite that overlooks the backyard.

Total Square Footage3,770
Bedrooms4
Bathrooms4
FoundationBasement
Primary BedroomMain
Fireplaces2

Catala Cove

The Catala Cove is the cutest cottage if you are looking for a smaller house plan that has three bedrooms. This floor plan is great for a small family, an older couple, or even a second home option. It houses all the square feet on one floor and includes a beautiful covered porch to spend lots of time relaxing.

Total Square Footage1,432
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2
FoundationSlab
Primary BedroomMain
Fireplaces1

Greywell Cottage

The Greywell Cottage is the perfect house plan for anyone looking for an elegant yet charming home. This house offers a classically modern look with a cozy feel and spacious amenities. As soon as you enter, you are welcomed into a warm living space; the airy living room features tall windows that illuminate the whole area with natural light. As the centerpiece of the house, the kitchen is spacious, with plenty of room for cooking and entertaining. Additionally, there are four bedrooms, three full baths, and two half baths throughout the house.

Total Square Footage3,781
Bedrooms4
Bathrooms3 full, 2 half
FoundationBasement
Primary BedroomMain
Fireplaces1

Merrick House

The Merrick House plan is the perfect blend of modern architecture and classic design. This beautiful house plan has everything you need while still offering a unique twist on classic home features. Whether you are looking for an open layout, large bedrooms, plenty of outdoor living space or just looking to bring a bit of old-school charm to your property, the Merrick House relies on modern convenience and traditional charm to create a home that feels both cozy and inviting.

Total Square Footage1,776
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2.5
FoundationCrawlspace
Primary BedroomMain
Fireplaces1

Honeymoon Cottage

The Honeymoon Cottage House Plan features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a cozy outdoor area. The main living room offers plenty of room for new memories – whether you’re playing board games or just snuggling up on the couch for movie night. The kitchen is designed with convenience and style in mind, with plenty of counter space to make entertaining a breeze. And don’t forget about the private outdoor patio – perfect for hosting small dinner parties or roasting marshmallows around the fire pit! With its traditional design features, modern amenities, and all-around livability, the Honeymoon Cottage House Plan would be great for a smaller family, a newly married couple, or for a second home.

Total Square Footage1,516
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2.5
FoundationBasement/Crawlspace
Primary BedroomMain
Fireplaces2

English Cottage Inspiration

Here is some more English Cottage Inspiration:

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12 Comments

  • Reply Adesa

    Can you update this post with links to those plans you had been developing? I’m VERY interested in one of them and don’t know where to find it!

    March 23, 2023 at 3:30 pm
    • Reply Henry

      Hi! Thanks for your interest in these plans. We’ll update the article as soon as the plans are finished.

      April 18, 2023 at 12:30 pm
  • Reply Debbie

    Hello, I am very interested in the three English cottage house plans you are currently developing. Can you share the square footage of these upcoming homes? Also can these plans be modified? We need a 3200-3300 square foot home to include a 2 car garage. Thanks and I love you website and blog.

    April 16, 2023 at 3:53 pm
    • Reply Henry

      Hi Debbie! Thanks for your interest in our plans. Most will be between 2000-3000 sq ft. We’re not sure yet if we are going to offer modifications.

      April 18, 2023 at 12:31 pm
      • Reply Debbie

        Thank you for your prompt reply. That size range can work for me. Please let me know when you release the plans. I have just purchased land in Aiken, SC. My email is sullivandebbie100@gmail.com

        April 20, 2023 at 12:38 pm
      • Reply Emily

        Will the house plans include a basement? Also- any idea on the # of beds & baths?

        May 5, 2023 at 2:19 pm
  • Reply Rebecca Webster

    We are so excited about these plans!! We are looking for a 1,500-2,000 sq ft home, hoping you have a little one in the mix!

    April 19, 2023 at 9:27 pm
  • Reply Meghan

    Anxiously awaiting these! Do you have an estimated time frame when you think they’ll be done? Beautiful work!

    April 25, 2023 at 10:28 pm
  • Reply Jill

    Hello, the renderings ars beautiful. Can you please share when these plans will be available?

    May 5, 2023 at 10:37 pm
  • Reply Jeremy

    Wow your Spring Creek Cottage plan is pretty impressive…can’t wait to see the entire collection!

    May 21, 2023 at 8:26 pm
  • Reply Nick Bailey

    Hello. Have you drafted up the plan for this model? Your homes and house plans are stunning. Thank you.

    https://plankandpillow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/house-2-1024×1024.jpg

    October 2, 2023 at 1:50 am
    • Reply Henry

      Thanks! Yes, the Meadowbrook Cottage was inspired by that one.

      October 2, 2023 at 2:02 am

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