1.5-Story House Plan with Basement 3590 ft²: 4 Beds, 4.5 Baths, Open Floor Plan, 3-Car Garage
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This house plan can be modified to fit your family’s lifestyle and your lot’s specifics.
Plan 14862R is a 4-bedroom 2-story house plan with 3590 ft² of living space, a steep 12/12 hip and valley roof and a modern farmhouse look that blends Country, New American and American design. The single family home sits on a T-shaped footprint wrapped in siding and measures 66'3" wide and 60'4" deep, with a height of 45'3". It has four bedrooms, four full bathrooms and a half bath, all set above a walkout basement.
The front entry leads into an open floor plan centered on a large family room. Its fireplace anchors the space, and the room is open to below, so the full height of the house rises above the seating area while a loft on the upper level looks down into it. This makes it a true house plan with fireplace at its heart, where winter evenings gather everyone in one place. The large kitchen flows straight from the family room and is built for daily use and for hosting: an island for preparation, a breakfast bar for quick meals and conversation, a breakfast nook for slower mornings and a walk-in pantry that keeps supplies close but out of sight.
The main floor master gives the owners a private retreat with its own walk-in closet, and the split bedrooms layout keeps the remaining bedrooms well apart from it, which suits families with older children or regular guests. With four full bathrooms and a powder room for visitors, mornings run without waiting. A bonus/flex room adapts to a home office, playroom or media space as the family's needs change. Practical rooms are generous: a mudroom catches coats and boots on the way in, a utility room handles laundry and household chores, and dedicated storage keeps the living areas uncluttered.
Outside, the house rests on a walkout basement, with a slab or crawl space also available on request. The walls are framed with 2x6 wood, and 2x4 framing is offered as an alternative. A 3-car attached garage with side entry keeps the front elevation clean and gives direct access into the home. Stacked porches add depth to the facade: a covered front porch below and a balcony above invite you to sit outside and watch the evening light, while a deck extends living space outdoors for summer meals. Large windows throughout bring daylight deep into every room and connect the interior to the surroundings.
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