Wayside ADU House Plan | Small Home | Blueprint PDF (Multi-Foundation)

🏡 THE WAYSIDE COTTAGE PLAN

Small in footprint but big on charm, The Wayside is a thoughtfully designed one-bedroom, one-bath cottage offering 608 square feet of comfortable, efficient living space. Created with accessory dwelling units in mind, this versatile design is also perfect for a backyard guest house, private in-law cottage, vacation retreat, downsized residence, or income-producing rental.

With its steep front-facing gable, welcoming covered porch, cottage-style columns, classic window arrangement, and board-and-batten gable accent, The Wayside delivers timeless curb appeal from the moment you arrive.

The 105-square-foot covered front porch extends across the full width of the cottage, creating a relaxing outdoor living space for morning coffee, evening conversations, or simply enjoying the view.

✨ A SMALL HOME THAT FEELS OPEN AND INVITING

Step inside to a bright, open-concept living room and kitchenette with a dramatic vaulted ceiling rising approximately 14′-6″ at its highest point. The added ceiling height gives the main living area a surprisingly spacious feel while maintaining the warmth and comfort of a traditional cottage.

The efficient kitchenette includes planned locations for a refrigerator, range, sink, countertops, and cabinetry, keeping everything within easy reach without overwhelming the living space.

A central hallway provides separation between the living and sleeping areas while connecting the bedroom, bathroom, laundry, and mechanical spaces. The private bedroom includes a dedicated closet and multiple windows for natural light. The full bathroom features a tub-and-shower combination, toilet, sink, and convenient hall access.

A dedicated stacked washer-and-dryer area and separate mechanical space help keep utilities organized and out of the main living area.

Whether you are creating additional space for family, adding a private guest retreat, or exploring the rental potential of your property, The Wayside offers an attractive and highly livable solution in a manageable footprint.

📐 PLAN FEATURES

🔹 Overall footprint including porch: 17′-6″ wide x 41′-0″ deep

🔹 Enclosed house dimensions: 17′-6″ wide x 35′-0″ deep

🔹 Covered porch dimensions: 17′-6″ wide x 6′-0″ deep

🔹 Total heated living area: 608 sq. ft.

🔹 Total covered porch area: 105 sq. ft.

🔹 Bedrooms: 1

🔹 Bathrooms: 1 full bathroom

🔹 Laundry: Dedicated space for a stacked washer and dryer

🔹 Mechanical area: Dedicated water-heater and mechanical space

🔹 Typical ceiling height: 9′-0″

🔹 Main living area: Vaulted ceiling rising approximately 14′-6″

🔹 Exterior walls: Durable 2×6 framing at 16″ on center

🔹 Roof construction: Traditional stick-framed roof system

🔹 Main roof pitch: 10:12

🔹 Covered porch: Full-width concrete porch with decorative columns

🔹 Narrow footprint: Well suited for compact lots and backyard ADU applications, subject to local setback requirements

🏗 TWO FOUNDATION OPTIONS INCLUDED

The plan set includes two complete foundation configurations, giving you greater flexibility when planning your build:

🔹 Turn-down monolithic concrete slab-on-grade

🔹 Concrete slab supported by poured concrete stem walls

Both foundation options are supported by corresponding plans, cross sections, and construction details within the drawing set.

📋 WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR PURCHASE

Your purchase includes a seven-sheet digital architectural plan set containing:

🔹 Cover sheet with general construction and design criteria

🔹 Fully dimensioned floor plan

🔹 Suggested lighting and partial electrical layout

🔹 Electrical fixture legend

🔹 General HVAC planning notes

🔹 Detailed roof-framing plan

🔹 Front, rear, left, and right exterior elevations

🔹 Monolithic slab foundation plan

🔹 Poured stem-wall foundation plan

🔹 Building cross sections for both foundation systems

🔹 Covered porch section

🔹 Foundation, slab, eave, and construction details

🔹 Recommended fastening schedule

Plans are supplied as a digital PDF formatted for 11 x 17 printing. Drawings should be printed at 100% of their original size to preserve the stated scales. Floor plans and elevations are drawn at 3/16″ = 1′-0″ unless otherwise noted.

🛠 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION CRITERIA

The base design uses the following construction criteria:

🔹 115 MPH basic wind speed

🔹 Exposure Category B

🔹 30 PSF ground snow load

🔹 2,000 PSF assumed soil-bearing capacity

🔹 2×6 exterior wall construction

🔹 Stick-framed roof system

Local building codes, soil conditions, wind requirements, snow loads, setbacks, and permitting standards vary. The purchaser and contractor are responsible for confirming all requirements with the local building authority before beginning construction. Site-specific revisions or engineering may be required by your jurisdiction.

🔑 IDEAL FOR

🔹 Accessory dwelling unit or backyard cottage

🔹 Guest house or private family cottage

🔹 In-law suite or independent living space

🔹 Vacation or weekend retreat

🔹 Downsized primary residence

🔹 Short-term vacation rental

🔹 Long-term rental property

🔹 Compact home for a narrow or limited building site

💙 WHY CHOOSE MC CREATIVE BLUEPRINTS?

✔ Professionally prepared, builder-friendly drawings

✔ Efficient layout designed around comfortable everyday living

✔ Clear dimensions, sections, and construction details

✔ Two foundation options included in one plan package

✔ Timeless cottage architecture with strong curb appeal

✔ Instant digital delivery so you can begin planning immediately

✔ Custom modification services available upon request

📩 NEED MODIFICATIONS?

Send us a message to discuss available customization options. We would be happy to help you adapt The Wayside to better suit your needs.

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⚠ IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT NOTICE

These drawings are protected by copyright and licensed to the original purchaser for personal use only. Copying, sharing, redistribution, publication, commercial use, or resale of the plans is strictly prohibited.

🔨 Build something small, beautiful, and exceptionally livable. Purchase The Wayside today and take the next step toward creating your own charming cottage retreat!