Appalachian Mountain III
Appalachian Mountain III is a lake house plan with walkout basement, offering 1,989 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, and 3 1/2 baths. A strong fit for front porch, open deck, and screened porch.
2-Story + 2-Car GarageHow I designed this plan.
The Appalachian Mountain III is a 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath mountain home that delivers 1,989 square feet of vaulted, open living on the main level with an optional walkout basement that doubles your space. I designed this as the widest version of the Appalachia series with a 2-car garage and a breezeway, perfect for the family that wants mountain living with room for every vehicle and all the gear.
The main floor is built around vaulted spaces. The family room, master suite, screened porch, and a secondary bedroom all vault to the roofline, creating the kind of airy, connected living that flat ceilings simply cannot match. Nine-foot ceilings in the standard rooms keep everything feeling proportioned. A bunk room and flex room add versatility for guests, kids, or a home office.
The optional lower level adds 1,989 square feet with a recreation room and covered terrace for full walkout living. Outside, a front porch, open deck, screened porch, breezeway, and covered porch give you outdoor options in every direction. At 87 feet 2 inches wide by 56 feet 10 inches deep, this plan is the wide-lot version of the series, giving you room to stretch the garage and breezeway across the hillside.
The sloping mountain or lake lot design puts the lower level in full daylight with natural walkout access. The Appalachian Mountain III plan is available for $1,495. Also see Appalachia Mountain II, Appalachia Mountain, Asheville Mountain, and Boulder Mountain Cabin.
Explore the layout.
Main Floor — the heart of the home
1,989 SQ. FT.
Everything your builder needs.
Complete specifications for bidding, permitting, and construction.
Living Area
- Main Floor1989 Sq. Ft.
- Upper Floornone
- Lower Leveloptional 1989 Sq. Ft.
- Total Heated1989 Sq. Ft.
- Width87' 2"
- Depth56' 10"
House Features
- Bedrooms4
- Bathrooms3 1/2
- Stories2
- Garage2 car
- OutdoorFront Porch, Open Deck, Screened Porch, Breezeway, Covered Porch
- Lot Suitabilitysloping mountain or lake
- Additional RoomsMechanical Room, Recreation Room, Bunk Room, Flex Room
- Other FeaturesWalkout Basement, Covered Terrace
Construction
- Exterior2x4 or 2x6
- Ceiling9', Vaulted Family Room, Vaulted Master Suite, Vaulted Screened Porch, Vaulted bedroom
- Roof11' 2
- StyleLake House, Waterfront, Craftsman
What's included.
Complete and build-ready. Everything your builder needs to break ground on your waterfront property.
Elevations
Front, side, and rear at ¼″ scale with exterior material call-outs and porch details.
Floor Plans
Dimensioned plans for all levels with room labels, wall dimensions, and fixture locations.
Foundation Plan
Footing and wall dimensions. Suitable for slab, crawlspace, or full basement foundations.
Roof Plan
Pitches, ridges, valleys, and porch roof details for accurate bidding and construction.
What it costs to build this home.
Ballpark estimates based on 1,989 sq ft, live 2026 cost data, and your region. Move the pieces to see how your build changes.
Region: Southeast · Georgia · Multiplier: 1.00×
Quality finishes, custom cabinets, upgraded fixtures. The sweet spot for most builders.
Your Estimated Build Cost
$175 – $225 per sq ft · Mid-Range Build · Southeast region
- Base home · 1,989 sq ft$348k – $448k
Estimates based on 2026 national averages and regional cost multipliers. Excludes land, site prep, permits, utility connections, and financing. Call (770) 301-4214 for a personalized build cost consultation.
See the Appalachian Mountain III in detail.
A short preview of the best available photos, with all 73 images available in the full-screen viewer.
Some customer photos or renderings may show small changes from the original design. Please review the floor plans before purchasing to confirm the layout and elevations are the way you want them.
A house plan should come with help.
When you buy the Appalachian Mountain III, 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.
"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
Before you buy.
What is included in the Appalachian Mountain III house 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, foundation plan (basement standard; slab and crawlspace available for an additional fee), and roof plan. 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 Appalachian Mountain III 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 Appalachian Mountain III 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 Appalachian Mountain III house plan?+
The Appalachian Mountain III house 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 Appalachian Mountain III house 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 Appalachian Mountain III 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.
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