Banning Mills Lodge
Banning Mills Lodge is a lake house plan with garage, offering 2,488 sq. ft., 5 bedrooms, and 4 1/2 baths. A strong fit for front porch, screened porch, and breezeway.
3-Story + 3-Car GarageHow I designed this plan.
Banning Mills Lodge is a 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath mountain lodge that delivers 2,488 square feet across three stories with a detached 3-car guest garage and a bridge connecting it to the main home. I designed this plan for sloping lake and mountain lots where you want a serious home with lodge-scale features in a footprint that is not overwhelmingly large.
The main level holds 1,812 square feet with a vaulted family room and vaulted master suite that give the primary spaces the drama they deserve. Large windows flood the living areas with natural light. The open living layout connects kitchen, dining, and family room naturally. Upstairs, 676 square feet adds a bedroom and a loft open to the living space below.
The optional heated lower level at 1,812 square feet opens up a recreation room, theater room, and additional living. Nine-foot ceilings on the main level keep proportions right. A front porch, screened porch, breezeway, deck, and covered patio give you outdoor living on every side.
The bridge to the detached guest garage at 42 by 29 feet is a standout feature that provides serious vehicle and storage capacity while keeping the main home focused on living. At 76 feet wide by 52 feet deep on sloping lake or mountain lots, this lodge commands its site with the presence of a much larger home. The Banning Mills Lodge plan is available for $1,495.
Similar lodge-scale plans include Camp Stone, Baker Lake Cottage, Asheville Cottage, and Hunter’s Bend.
Explore the layout.
Main Floor — the heart of the home
1,812 SQ. FT.
Everything your builder needs.
Complete specifications for bidding, permitting, and construction.
Living Area
- Main Floor1812 Sq. Ft.
- Upper Floor676 Sq. Ft.
- Lower Leveloptional heated 1812 Sq. Ft.
- Total Heated2488 Sq. Ft.
- Width76'
- Depth52'
House Features
- Bedrooms5
- Bathrooms4 1/2
- Stories3
- Garage3 Car
- OutdoorFront Porch, Screened Porch, Breezeway, Deck, Covered Patio
- Lot SuitabilitySloping, Lake or Mountain
- Additional RoomsRecreation Room, Theater Room, Loft Open to Below
- Other FeaturesBridge, Guest Garage 42' x 29', Open Living, Large Windows
Construction
- Exterior2x4 or 2x6
- CeilingVaulted Family Room, Vaulted Master Suite, 9'
- StyleTraditional, Open Floor Plan
What's included.
Complete and build-ready. Everything your builder needs to break ground on your mountain or wooded 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 2,488 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 · 2,488 sq ft$435k – $560k
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 Banning Mills Lodge in detail.
A short preview of the best available photos, with all 44 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 Banning Mills Lodge, 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 Banning Mills Lodge 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 Banning Mills Lodge 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 Banning Mills Lodge 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 Banning Mills Lodge house plan?+
The Banning Mills Lodge 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 Banning Mills Lodge 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 Banning Mills Lodge 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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