Fireside Cottage
Fireside Cottage is a lake house plan with front porch, offering 1,770 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, and 2 baths. A strong fit for covered porch, side courtyard, and laundry.
2-Car GarageHow I designed this plan.
The Fireside Cottage is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-story home that puts 1,770 square feet all on one level with a 2-car garage. I designed this plan for people who want cottage charm and open living without climbing a single stair. If single-story is your priority, this is one of the best layouts in the catalog. A vaulted family room anchors the open floor plan, connecting kitchen, dining, and living into one light-filled space.
Nine-foot ceilings keep the rest of the home feeling proportioned, and the vaulted ceiling in the family room adds the kind of volume that makes a modest home feel generous. The layout flows naturally from the front entry through the living spaces to the covered porch out back, and the laundry room is positioned exactly where you need it. No stairs, no wasted space, just a home that works.
Outside, a front porch gives you curb appeal, a covered porch extends your living outdoors, and a side courtyard adds a private outdoor nook that most plans this size never offer. At 44 feet wide by 65 feet deep, this cottage fits comfortably on small lots. The 2-car garage at 550 square feet gives you room for vehicles and storage. Simple, efficient, and full of character. The Fireside Cottage plan is available for $1,495.
Similar single-story plans include Sunset Cottage, Oak Mountain Cottage, Cottage Hill, and Little Lake House.
Explore the layout.
Floor Plans — all levels.
1,770 SQ. FT.
Everything your builder needs.
Complete specifications for bidding, permitting, and construction.
Living Area
- Main Floor1,770 sq. ft
- Total Heated1,770 sq. ft.
- Width44'
- Depth65'
House Features
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms2
- Stories1
- Garage2 car 550 sq. ft
- Outdoorfront porch, covered porch, side courtyard
- Lot Suitabilitysmall lot
- Additional Roomslaundry
- Other Featuresopen living
Construction
- Exterior2x4 or 2x6
- Ceiling9', vaulted family room
- Roof11'2
- StyleTraditional, Open Floor Plan
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.
What it costs to build this home.
Ballpark estimates based on 1,770 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 · 1,770 sq ft$310k – $398k
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 Fireside 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 Fireside 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 Fireside 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 Fireside 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 Fireside 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 Fireside Cottage house plan?+
The Fireside 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 Fireside 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 Fireside 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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