Barn Home Plan with Gable Roof and 3 Bedrooms and Garage
This house plan can be modified to fit your family’s lifestyle and your lot’s specifics.
Plan 70148R is a 3-bedroom 2 story house plan of 1769 ft² that brings a contemporary, European sensibility to a modern farmhouse silhouette under a steep 12/12 gable roof. The ridge runs perpendicular to the street, so the tall gable faces the road, and a skylight draws daylight down into the interior. Wood and metal panels clad the exterior walls for a clean, modern look. This single-family home measures 46'1" wide and 40'6" deep, with a height of 27'2".
The front entry leads into an open floor plan built around a large family room. A fireplace anchors the family room, vaulted ceilings give it height, and floor-to-ceiling windows open it to the view. On winter evenings the fire and the tall glass make the room feel sheltered and airy at the same time. The kitchen is planned for everyday cooking: an island provides prep space and casual seating, a walk-in pantry keeps supplies organized and out of sight, and a breakfast nook offers a relaxed spot for the first coffee of the day. A dedicated home office makes working from home simple, with a door to close at the end of the day.
The three bedrooms are clustered together, and the master suite sits on the second floor with its own walk-in closet. The home has one full bathroom and one half bathroom, so guests do not need to use the family bath. A utility room keeps the household equipment in one place, and the entry gives everyone a practical spot to drop coats, shoes and bags before stepping into the living space.
Outside, a deck extends the living area for summer meals and quiet afternoons, while large windows on the façades keep the rooms bright through the day. The one-car attached garage with front entry offers convenient, covered access to the house. The plan is designed without a basement. As a house plan with fireplace, vaulted ceilings and a walk-in pantry, 70148R offers a refined year-round home with clear character and a practical layout for a family.
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