Coosa River Cottage
Coosa River Cottage is a lake house plan with walkout basement, offering 1,387 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, and 2 1/2 baths. A strong fit for covered porch, screened porch, and grill deck.
3-StoryHow I designed this plan.
The Coosa River Cottage is a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath cabin that stacks 1,387 square feet across three stories on a footprint built for sloping and narrow lots. I designed this plan for the buyer who wants waterfront living without bulldozing half the hillside to make it work. At 48 feet wide and 39 feet deep with no garage, it fits sites that send most plans packing.
Inside, the main floor anchors everything around a double-sided stone fireplace that warms both the great room and dining area. Vaulted ceilings in the great room lift the space so it feels open and generous despite the compact square footage. The first-floor master bedroom keeps your primary suite on the main level where it belongs, and the open layout connects kitchen, dining, and living without a single wasted hallway.
Upstairs, a bunk room and additional bedroom give family and guests their own space with 447 square feet of second-floor living. Step outside and you will find covered porches, a screened porch, a grill deck, and a covered patio giving you outdoor options on every level. Nine-foot ceilings on the main floor and that vaulted great room keep the interior feeling airy and bright.
The three-story design takes full advantage of sloping terrain, putting recreation space on the lower level where it gets natural light and walkout access. The Coosa River Cottage plan is available for $1,495. Similar plans worth exploring include Waterview Cabin, The Runaway, Lake James Cabin, and Mossy Creek Cabin.
Explore the layout.
Main Floor — the heart of the home
940 SQ. FT.
Everything your builder needs.
Complete specifications for bidding, permitting, and construction.
Living Area
- Main Floor940 sq. ft
- Upper Floor447 sq. ft
- Lower Levelunfinished
- Total Heated1,387 sq. ft.
- Width48'
- Depth39'
House Features
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms2 1/2
- Stories3
- Garagenone
- Outdoorcovered porch, screen porch, grill deck, covered patio
- Lot Suitabilitysloping lot, narrow lot
- Additional Roomsrecreation, bunk room
- Other Featuresfirst floor master, double sided stone fireplace
Construction
- Exterior2x4 or 2x6
- Ceiling9', vaulted great room
- Roof11'2
- StyleTraditional, Narrow Lot
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 1,387 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 · 1,387 sq ft$243k – $312k
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 Coosa River Cottage in detail.
A short preview of the best available photos, with all 9 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 Coosa 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.
"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 Coosa River Cottage 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 Coosa 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 Coosa 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 Coosa River Cottage house plan?+
The Coosa River Cottage 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 Coosa River Cottage 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 Coosa 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.
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