Simple House Plan with Gable Roof and Vaulted Ceiling

Plan 42070R is a 3-bedroom single-story house plan with cottage and mountain chalet character, offering 1063 ft² of living space under a gable roof accented by dormers. The ridge runs parallel to the street at a 7/12 (30°) pitch, and the home measures 47'2" wide and 34'7" deep, with a height of 19'5". Stucco paired with natural stone gives this traditional European bungalow a calm, solid presence, with the relaxed spirit of lake and mountain homes.

A defined entry keeps coats and boots out of sight before the open floor plan unfolds. The large family room is the center of daily life, and its fireplace makes it the natural gathering place on winter evenings. Large windows bring generous daylight deep into the plan. The kitchen flows straight into the living area, so whoever is cooking stays part of the conversation. A breakfast bar handles quick meals and homework, while the breakfast nook, set beside a corner window, gives the family a bright spot for unhurried mornings.

The three bedrooms are clustered together, which keeps the sleeping area quiet and separate from the living spaces. They share one full bathroom, and a half bath near the day zone serves guests without sending them down the bedroom hall. Practical needs are covered on one level: laundry on the main floor and a separate utility room for mechanical equipment and household storage. The exterior walls are designed in aerated concrete block, and the plan is also available with ceramic block or wood frame walls.

This house plan without a basement stands on strip footings, and it is also available with a slab foundation. A front-entry garage for one car offers sheltered parking and extra room for bikes and garden tools. Out back, a deck extends the family room outdoors for summer dinners and quiet evenings, making this compact 3 bedroom house plan with fireplace a comfortable choice for year-round living.