The Hatchet Creek is the small guest house plan I keep coming back to when someone needs a compact cabin that punches well above its size. With 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and 794 square feet across two stories, this little plan is perfect for a guest house, rental cabin, or a starter home on a small lot.
Inside, the main floor is one open living space with vaulted ceilings that draw your eyes up and make 538 square feet feel genuinely comfortable. There are no unnecessary walls breaking up the flow. The bedroom and bath sit naturally within the layout, and upstairs a loft adds 256 square feet of flexible space for a home office, extra sleeping, or just a quiet place to read. Vaulted ceilings throughout keep the air and light moving in a way that flat ceilings simply cannot match.
Both front and rear porches extend your living space outdoors, giving you a place to sit morning and evening depending on where the sun falls. At just 23 feet wide and 32 feet 6 inches deep, this plan fits on small lots and corner lots with ease. No garage keeps the build simple and the costs down. It is honest, efficient design that does not try to be something it is not.
The Hatchet Creek plan is available for $1,495. If you are exploring small cabins, also see Cook Cottage, Black Mountain Cottage, Nantahala Cottage, and Fish Camp Cabin.
Plan Highlights
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Full Plan Details
Everything you and your builder need to evaluate this plan.
Living Area
House Features
Construction
Floor Plans
Explore the Layout
A layout designed to live larger than the square footage suggests.
Builder Insight
I designed the Hatchet Creek the way I approach every plan — starting with how a family actually lives in a home, not with the exterior style. Open flow where it matters, private space where it's needed, and no wasted square footage. That's 25 years of building experience in every dimension.
— Max Fulbright · Lead Designer, 35+ years
Your Plan Set
What’s Included
Complete and build-ready. Everything your builder needs to break ground.
Elevations
Front, side, and rear elevations at ¼″ scale with exterior material call-outs and porch details.
Floor Plans
Dimensioned floor plans for all 2 levels with room labels and dimensions.
Foundation Plan
Foundation plan with footing and wall dimensions. Suitable for slab, crawlspace, or basement.
Roof Plan
Roof plan with pitches, ridges, valleys, and porch roof details for accurate bidding and construction.
Build Budget
Cost to Build Estimator
Ballpark construction estimates based on 794 sq ft and 2026 national averages. Actual costs vary by region, contractor, and finish level.
Budget Build
$119,100 – $138,950
$150 – $175 / sq ft
Basic finishes, standard fixtures, builder-grade materials. Functional and clean.
Mid-Range Build
$138,950 – $178,650
$175 – $225 / sq ft
Quality finishes, custom cabinets, upgraded fixtures. The sweet spot for most builders.
Premium Build
$178,650 – $238,200
$225 – $300 / sq ft
High-end finishes, premium materials, custom details throughout. Architect-quality construction.
Estimates do not include land, site prep, permits, or utility connections. Costs vary by region. Call (770) 301-4214 for a free build cost consultation.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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