The Little Lake House is the 3-bedroom lake cabin floor plan I designed for the buyer who wants one-story simplicity with the vaulted ceilings and open feel of something much larger. At 1,315 square feet on a single level, this plan lives remarkably well for its size.

Nearly every main space in this house vaults overhead — the master suite, the great room, the secondary bedroom, and even the screened porch all feature vaulted ceilings that create a connected, airy feeling throughout. The open layout puts kitchen, dining, and great room in one flowing space with no walls breaking up the view. A front porch greets you on arrival, and a screened porch and open deck give you multiple ways to enjoy the outdoors depending on the weather and your mood. The optional loft, reached by a ladder, adds flexible bonus space whenever you need it.

At 49 feet wide by 41 feet 4 inches deep with no garage, the Little Lake House keeps the footprint honest and the costs predictable. It fits small lots and narrow lots without compromise, and the single-level layout makes it accessible for all ages. This is a cabin that works as a weekend getaway, a full-time home, or a rental property that guests will love coming back to.

The Little Lake House plan is available for ,495. Also take a look at Waterview Cabin, The Runaway, Lake James Cabin, and Little River Cabin.