Cottage, Craftsman · lake lot, small lot, corner lot

Mossy Creek Cabin

Mossy Creek Cabin is a cottage house plan for sloped lots, offering 1,543 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, and 2 1/2 baths. A strong fit for wraparound porch, screened porch, and entry porch.

2-Story
1,543Sq Ft
3Beds
2 1/2Baths
2Stories
Best fit
Wraparound Porch Screened Porch Entry Porch Lake Storage Open Family Room Kitchen And Dining Room
PDF Plan Set $1,495 Emailed after order · Build-ready
CAD Files $1,950 Editable · For builder changes
Buy PDF Plans — $1,495
Secure Checkout Emailed After Order Family Run · 35 yrs
Builder's Insight · Max Fulbright Sr.

How I designed this plan.

I designed the Mossy Creek Cabin as a rustic cottage house plan that feels like it grew right out of the hillside. With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 1,543 square feet across two stories, this cabin packs a surprising amount of living into a compact footprint. It is the kind of plan I would build for my own family on a wooded lot near the water.

Step inside and the open family room, kitchen, and dining area greet you as one connected space. Nine-foot ceilings keep the main level feeling airy, and the layout flows naturally so you are never boxed in. Upstairs you get three bedrooms and dedicated lake storage for all the gear that comes with waterfront living. The half bath on the main floor means nobody is running upstairs when company is over.

Every square foot here earns its keep. Outside is where this cabin really shines. A wraparound porch gives you views from nearly every angle, and the screened porch is your mosquito-free retreat on summer evenings. At just 46 feet wide by 42 feet deep with no garage requirement, this plan fits beautifully on lake lots, small lots, and corner lots alike.

It is a true craftsman cottage built for the way people actually live at the lake. The Mossy Creek Cabin plan is available for $1,495. If you love this style, take a look at The Runaway, Lake James Cabin, Waterview Cabin, and Autumn Place.

MF Max Fulbright Sr. Lead Designer + Builder · 35 Years
Floor Plans · Complete Layout

Explore the layout.

rustic cottage floorplans

Floor Plans — all levels.

1,543 SQ. FT.

Full Plan Details

Everything your builder needs.

Complete specifications for bidding, permitting, and construction.

Living Area

  • Main Floor927 sq. ft
  • Upper Floor616 sq. ft
  • Lower Levelnone
  • Total Heated1,543 sq. ft.
  • Width46'
  • Depth42'

House Features

  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms2 1/2
  • Stories2
  • Garagenone
  • Outdoorwraparound porch, screened porch, entry porch
  • Lot Suitabilitylake lot, small lot, corner lot
  • Additional Roomslake storage
  • Other Featuresopen family room, kitchen and dining room

Construction

  • Exterior2x4 or 2x6
  • Ceiling9'
  • Roof11'2
  • StyleCottage, Craftsman
Your Plan Set

What's included.

Complete and build-ready. Everything your builder needs to break ground.

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.

Build Budget · 2026 Data

What it costs to build this home.

Ballpark estimates based on 1,543 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.

Finished walkout basement
+living area · ~$85k
Screen the porch
+screening · ~$18k
Standing-seam metal roof
Upgrade from asphalt · ~$22k
Additional garage bay
Widen + slab · ~$32k

Your Estimated Build Cost

$270k $347k

$175 – $225 per sq ft · Mid-Range Build · Southeast region

  • Base home · 1,543 sq ft$270k – $347k

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.

Buying from a family that cares

Building a home is one of life's biggest moments.
A house plan should come with access to the designer behind it.

When you buy the Mossy Creek Cabin, you get direct access to the Fulbrights — the same family that drew this plan. Before, during, and after your build. No support tickets, no routing through an aggregator, no "the designer isn't available." One phone number. One family.

Before Free pre-purchase consultation Talk to Max before you buy. Confirm the plan fits your lot, family, and budget.
During Modifications by the original designer Every change goes back to the same drafting desk. Not outsourced. Not delegated.
During Direct builder support Your builder has a question at 2pm on a Tuesday? They call us. We answer.
After We're still here in five years Want to add a porch or finish the basement later? Same family, same designer, same phone number.
MF
"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
Common Questions

Before you buy.

What is included in the Mossy Creek Cabin 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 Mossy Creek Cabin 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 Mossy Creek Cabin 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 Mossy Creek Cabin house plan?+

The Mossy Creek Cabin 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 Mossy Creek Cabin 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 Mossy Creek Cabin 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.