The "Cedar"

Deal Desk
Jun 29, 2024
4 min read

Updated: Mar 15

Lake House Plan with Dog Trot and Guest Suite - 4271 Sq Ft

Plan: 623312DJ

What's Included?

This plan is designed in AutoCAD and comes in .dwg format. Used by design professionals, structural engineers and builders, the CAD (computer-aided design) is used to make significant modifications to a plan. The CAD file - and an accompanying PDF for your convenience - is delivered by email and comes with a license to build unlimited number of homes with no re-use fees.

Cover Sheet - The cover sheet includes the general notes and building code information, design standards and structural materials specifications required to construct your home.

Schedule Sheet - The schedule sheet includes the roof and foundation ventilation schedules, insulation and vapor barrier specifications, and exhaust fan ventilation schedule.
Detail Sheet - The detail sheet shows building components at large scale as required to explain construction of footings, foundation walls, concrete slabs, framed floors and walls, posts, beams, insulation, eaves, roofs, vents, stairs, skylights, and connections.
Foundation Plan Sheet - The foundation plan sheet shows the layout of the crawl space, walk-out basement or slab foundation. The foundation plan includes all necessary notes, dimensions, concrete walls, footing pads, posts, beams, bearing walls, crawlspace vents, footing schedule, steel reinforcing, and structural information. If you require a different foundation type, please contact us for modifications to your plan.
Floor Plan Sheet - Floor plans are horizontal cuts through each floor level of the home, usually at 5' above the floor. The floor plan shows the location of interior and exterior walls, doors, windows, stairs, closets, cabinets, flooring, appliances, plumbing fixtures, fireplaces, posts and beams. Floor plans also indicate vaulted, coffered, or box beam ceilings, cased openings and areas with ceiling soffits.
Roof Framing Plan Sheet - The roof framing plan shows the geometry of the hips, ridges, valleys, dormers, roof pitches, wall and plate heights, and overhangs. The plan also shows all individual roof framing members, trusses, rafters, beams, skylights, roof vents, gutters, downspouts, skylights, bearing walls under framing members, and point loads.
Elevation Sheet - Exterior elevations show all four sides of the house, describing the roofing, siding, and trim materials, doors, windows, roof pitches, skylights, gutters, chimneys, wall heights, finish grade and overall building height.
Building Section Sheet - Building sections are vertical cuts through the house from the roof to the foundation. The sections illustrate the construction sequence from bottom to top starting with excavation, proceeding up through the foundation, drainage, wall and floor framing, stair framing, roof framing, windows, doors, venting, and exterior and interior finishes. Wall plate heights for each floor are also delineated.

Optional Add-Ons?

Readable Reverse - $300

This option is for people wishing to build a home in reverse. The plans are flipped and all writing and dimensions are made readable. Your order will be filled in reverse orientation only. The standard format will not be included in your plan order.

List of Materials - $295

A detailed breakdown of the materials needed to build the plan. All materials lists will conform to your plan order. Options such as alternate foundations and 2 x 6 exterior walls will be reflected on the list.

Request A Modification?

If you would like to request a modification to a plan set, please email your requests to info@harvestriverpartners.com. Be sure to include the referenced plan name, a description of the changes, and a sketch of your desired modifications. A member of our team will respond to you within three business days.

Home Specs

Heated SqFt.	Beds	Baths	Stories	Cars
4,271	4	4.5	2	2

Summary

This lake house plan with dog trot and guest suite gives you 4 beds, 4.5 baths and 4,271 square feet of heated living space. Choose the finished lower level from the options menu and get even more beds, baths and fun space to enjoy.
Large windows throughout the cottage ensure that every room is flooded with natural light and offers stunning vistas of the surrounding landscape.
Four generously sized bedrooms provide ample space for you, your family, and guests to unwind. Each bedroom is thoughtfully designed to offer privacy and comfort.
Upstairs, the loft serves as a flexible space that can be transformed to suit your needs. Whether you use it as a home office, a cozy reading nook, or a play area for the kids, the loft adds an extra layer of functionality to your lakeside haven.
Embrace the outdoors with a thoughtfully designed dog trot—a covered, open-air passageway connecting different parts of the cottage - with a 2-sided fireplace shared by the entry.
A guest suite (labeled as "Br. 2") with kitchenette, sitting area and access to the deck, offers a private space for friends and family, ensuring they have a comfortable and enjoyable stay while maintaining a sense of independence.