Waterview Cabin
Waterview Cabin is a cabin house plan with wraparound porch, offering 1,387 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, and 2 1/2 baths. A strong fit for screened porch, storage, and open living.
Lake House PlanHow I designed this plan.
The Waterview Cabin is one of my favorite small cabin designs because it proves you do not need a massive footprint to live well on the water. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath cabin gives you 1,387 square feet across two to three stories, and it fits on the kind of small, narrow lots that most big plans simply cannot touch.
Inside, the open living area anchors the main floor with a stone fireplace that becomes the heart of the home on cool evenings. Vaulted ceilings in the great room push the space upward so it feels twice its size.
The master bedroom sits on the main level, which I always recommend for convenience, and a jack and jill bath connects the upstairs bedrooms so kids or guests share without fighting over a single door. At 940 square feet on the main floor and 447 upstairs, the flow is simple and the layout wastes nothing. Step outside onto the wraparound porch and you have got views from every direction.
The screened porch is your year-round outdoor room, perfect for morning coffee or late-night card games. At 44 feet wide and 42 feet deep with no garage, this cabin keeps the footprint tight and the living space generous. It is built for lake lots and narrow sites where every foot of width counts. The Waterview Cabin plan is available for $1,495.
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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
- Total Heated1,387 sq. ft.
- Width44'
- Depth42'
House Features
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms2 1/2
- Storiestwo or three
- Garagenone
- Outdoorscreen porch, wraparound porch
- Lot Suitabilitysmall lot, narrow lot
- Additional Roomsstorage
- Other Featuresopen living, stone fireplace, jack and jill bath, main level master bedroom
Construction
- Exterior2x4 or 2x6
- Ceiling9', vaulted great room
- Roof11'2
- StyleLake House, Waterfront, Craftsman
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 Waterview Cabin in detail.
A short preview of the best available photos, with all 11 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 Waterview Cabin, 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 Waterview 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 Waterview 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 Waterview 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 Waterview Cabin house plan?+
The Waterview 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 Waterview 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 Waterview 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.
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