Lake House, Waterfront, Craftsman · narrow, corner lot

Bent River Cottage

1,946Heated Sq Ft
3Beds
3Baths
2Stories
A closer look

Bent River Cottage is a lake house plan with porch, offering 1,946 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, and 3 baths. A strong fit for open deck, screened porch, and covered porch.

2-Story + Garage
Open Deck Screened Porch Covered Porch Open Loft
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Floor Plans · 2 Drawings

Find your flow.

Explore each level. Open a drawing to see the room dimensions and details.

Bent River Cottage open living cottage floor plan

Main Floor

1,151 SQ. FT.

Heated living area and unfinished space are listed separately in the full specifications. Ask us about the foundation version you need before ordering.

Your next step

Make this plan your starting point.

Choose your file format, or talk with our family about the changes you have in mind.

  • Floor plansDimensioned layouts with room labels and fixture locations.
  • Exterior elevationsFront, sides, and rear with notes and dimensions.
  • Foundation & roof plansDrawings for the foundation version supplied with this plan and the roof layout.

Need a different foundation?

Additional foundation options are available separately and are not included in the plan price. Please inquire before ordering to confirm whether we have the version you need.

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Bent River Cottage

Choose your plan set.

PDF Plan Set $1,495 Printable drawings · Emailed after order
CAD Files $1,950 Editable files · For design changes
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Additional foundation options are not included. Inquire about the version you need before ordering. Electrical plans and an engineer’s stamp are not included.

Builder's Insight · Max Fulbright Sr.

How I designed this plan.

I designed Bent River Cottage as a 3-bedroom, 3-bath craftsman cottage that gives you 1,946 square feet across two stories with a golf cart garage and a screened porch fireplace for cool evenings. This is a plan built for lake and cottage living where outdoor spaces matter as much as the rooms inside. The main floor holds 1,151 square feet with a main-level master bedroom, vaulted ceilings, and nine-foot walls throughout.

The open layout connects kitchen, dining, and living into one flowing space. Upstairs, 795 square feet holds two more bedrooms and an open loft that overlooks the living room below, keeping the upper and lower levels visually connected. A screened porch with stone fireplace is the kind of feature that becomes your favorite room in the house from the first night you use it.

An open deck, screened porch, and covered porch give you outdoor options for every season. At 49 feet wide by 40 feet 2 inches deep on a narrow or corner lot, this cottage fits a range of lot types. The golf cart garage tucks neatly into the design for lake and mountain communities.

The loft overlooking the living room adds character and visual space that makes this home feel larger and more connected than the square footage alone would suggest. The Bent River Cottage plan is available for $1,495. Also explore River Bend, Autumn Place, Lake Glenville Cottage, and Wedowee Creek Retreat.

MF Max Fulbright Sr. Lead Designer + Builder · 35 Years
Full Plan Details

The details, at a glance.

Review the dimensions, living areas, and construction details for this plan.

Living Area

  • Main Floor1151 Sq. Ft.
  • Upper Floor795 Sq. Ft.
  • Lower Levelnone
  • Total Heated1946 Sq. Ft.
  • Width49′
  • Depth40′ 2″

House Features

  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms3
  • Stories2
  • Garagegolf garage
  • OutdoorOpen Deck, Screened Porch, Covered Porch
  • Lot Suitabilitynarrow, corner lot
  • Additional RoomsOpen Loft, Storage
  • Other Featuresloft overlooking the living room, screened porch with stone fireplace, golf garage, main level master bedroom

Construction

  • Exterior2x4 or 2x6
  • Ceiling9', vaulted
  • StyleLake House, Waterfront, Craftsman
Build Budget · Planning Estimate

What it costs to build this home.

Illustrative estimates based on 1,946 sq ft, finish level, and regional assumptions. Adjust the options, then confirm costs with your local builder.

Region: Southeast · Georgia · Multiplier: 1.00×

Quality finishes, custom cabinets, upgraded fixtures. The sweet spot for most builders.

Finished walkout basement
+living area · ~$85k
Screen the porch
+screening · ~$18k
Standing-seam metal roof
Upgrade from asphalt · ~$22k
Additional garage bay
Widen + slab · ~$32k

Your Estimated Build Cost

$341k — $438k

$175 – $225 per sq ft · Mid-Range Build · Southeast region

  • Base home · 1,946 sq ft$341k – $438k

Illustrative estimates use fixed cost ranges and regional multipliers; they are not live quotes. Optional upgrades may require changes to the plan and may not suit every home. Excludes land, site prep, permits, utility connections, and financing. Call (770) 301-4214 for a personalized build cost consultation.

Designer Support

A house plan should come with help.

When you buy the Bent River Cottage, you get direct access to the designer who drew it. Call before, during, or after the build and talk with someone who knows the plan.

Before Free pre-purchase consultation Talk to Max before you buy. Confirm the plan fits your lot, family, and budget.
During Modifications by the original designer Every change goes back to the same drafting desk. Not outsourced. Not delegated.
During Direct builder support Your builder has a question at 2pm on a Tuesday? They call us. We answer.
After We're still here in five years Want to add a porch or finish the basement later? Same family, same designer, same phone number.
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"We've been doing this for 35 years. Every plan we sell is one I'd build for my own family. When you call, you get me — not a call center."
Max Fulbright Sr. Lead Designer + Builder · West Georgia
Common Questions

Before you buy.

What is included in the Bent River Cottage plan set?+

Each plan set includes dimensioned floor plans for all levels, front, side, and rear elevations at 1/4" scale with notes and dimensions, a foundation plan for the version supplied, and roof plan. Additional foundation options are available separately and are not included in the plan price. Please inquire before ordering to confirm whether we have the version you need. Available as a PDF plan set ($1,495) or editable CAD files ($1,950). Electrical plans are not included because they are customer-specific and finalized on site with your builder and electrician after framing.

Can the Bent River Cottage plan be modified?+

Yes. Modifications are one of the most common services we provide. Our in-house design team handles all modifications directly. Common changes include adjusting bedroom count, resizing rooms, changing exterior materials, or adapting for a specific lot. Typical turnaround is 2 to 4 weeks. Contact Max Fulbright Designs at (770) 301-4214 or [email protected] for a free consultation and quote.

Does the Bent River Cottage plan require a structural engineer's stamp?+

Stock plans do not include a professional engineer's stamp. Many US jurisdictions require a licensed engineer in your state to review and stamp the plans before permit submission. Check with your local building department before purchasing. This is a standard industry practice and is not unique to Max Fulbright Designs.

Who designed the Bent River Cottage plan?+

The Bent River Cottage plan was drawn personally by Max Fulbright Sr., the founder of Max Fulbright Designs. Max is a Georgia Institute of Technology-trained engineer who has designed and personally built more than 500 custom homes since founding the firm in 1990. Every plan in the Max Fulbright Designs catalog is drawn by Max himself.

Can I build the Bent River Cottage plan in any US state?+

Yes. Max Fulbright Designs has delivered more than 12,000 plans to homeowners and builders in all 50 US states and Canada. The Bent River Cottage plan is drawn to general residential construction standards that work in most US jurisdictions, though local building codes vary and should be reviewed with your builder before construction.