Put the main living areas on the view side
The kitchen, great room, porch, and primary suite should take advantage of the water whenever the lot allows it.
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Waterfront House Plans
On waterfront property, the plan has to know where the view is. The great room, kitchen, primary suite, porch, and lower level should all work together so the house lives toward the water.
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Baker Lake Cottage
4 or 6 Beds 5 Baths 3,912 sq. ft.
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Appalachia Double
2 or 4 Beds 4 Baths 2,068 sq. ft.
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Asheville Mountain Garage
4 Beds 4 1/2 Baths 2,618 sq. ft.
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Appalachian Mountain III
4 Beds 3 1/2 Baths 1,989 sq. ft.
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Bent River Cottage
3 Beds 3 Baths 1,946 sq. ft.
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Banning Mills Lodge
5 Beds 4 1/2 Baths 2,488 sq. ft.
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Appalachia Mountain II
4 Beds 4 Baths 1,989 sq. ft.
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Alpine Lodge
3 Beds 3 1/2 Baths 2,758 sq. ft.
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Banner Elk II
4 Beds 4 1/2 Baths 2,261 sq. ft.
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The Runaway
3 Beds 2 1/2 Baths 1,543 sq. ft.
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How to choose the right plan.
Plan for slope and storage
Many waterfront lots slope toward the water. Walkout basements, boat storage, lower-level guest rooms, and outdoor showers may matter more than they would on a flat subdivision lot.
Use porches to soften the sun and weather
Covered porches and screened porches make waterfront homes more comfortable during rain, heat, bugs, and bright afternoon sun.
Before you choose.
What makes a good waterfront house plan?
A good waterfront plan orients the main living spaces, windows, porches, and outdoor circulation toward the water while handling slope, storage, and guest use well.
Are waterfront plans the same as lake house plans?
They overlap, but waterfront is broader. It can include lake, river, pond, and water-view lots. Lake house plans are usually the more specific collection.
Do waterfront plans need a walkout basement?
Not always, but many waterfront lots slope toward the water, so a walkout basement can be a strong fit when the grade supports it.