21 Practical & Beautiful Single-Story Country House Plans for Rural Living

Looking for the perfect homestead home? Explore 21 practical and beautiful single-story country house plans designed for functional layouts, farmhouse charm, and comfortable rural living.

Favorite Single-Level Country House Plans

If you’ve been dreaming about wide porches, peaceful mornings, and a home that truly fits your rural lifestyle, you’re in the right place. Single-story country homes offer the kind of simple, grounded living that pairs perfectly with open land and self-sufficient living. From cozy farmhouse layouts to spacious family-friendly designs, these 21 house plans balance charm and functionality — making them ideal for homesteaders and country families alike.

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Plan 56440SM – Split Bedroom Modern Farmhouse With Rear Grilling Porch

Plan 56440SM fits four bedrooms into a reasonable square footage and has a split floor plan. It has spacious front and back porches, with a classic farmhouse look.

Details:

• 2,166 heated square feet
• 4 bedrooms
• 2.5-3.5 bathrooms
• 1 story
• 2 car attached garage

Plan 56501SM – 3-Bed Modern Farmhouse Plan with Perfect Exterior Symmetry

If you love a single-story symmetrical look, be sure to check out Plan 56501SM. This plan features an inviting, wide front porch with a central front entry that opens right into the living space. Very open, very inviting.

Details:

• 1,924 heated square feet
• 3 bedrooms
• 2.5 bathrooms
• 1 story
• 2-3 car attached garage

Plan 51762HZ – Budget Friendly Modern Farmhouse Plan with Bonus Room

Plan 51762HZ feels like a modern take on a timeless classic. This plan features a square dormer above the entry and a gabled roof on one side, disguising the side-entry garage.

Details:

• 2,077 heated square feet
• 3-4 bedrooms
• 2.5-3.5 bathrooms
• 1-2 stories
• 2 car attached garage

Plan 56508SM – Split Bedroom Modern Farmhouse with Outdoor Kitchen and Optional Game Room

Plan 56508SM features four bedrooms, including a deluxe master suite. This house could take on a definite farmhouse style or a more rustic mountain feel, depending on finishing materials and colors.

Details:

• 2,326 heated square feet
• 4 bedrooms
• 2.5 bathrooms
• 1-2 stories
• 2 car attached garage

Plan 135143GRA – One-Story Country Craftsman House Plan with Vaulted Great Room

Plan 135143GRA is rustic yet modern. This plan features a simple roofline with a the central vaulted ceiling and exposed beam features.

Details:

• 2,030 heated square feet
• 3 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• 1 story
• No attached garage

Plan 51927HZ – Three-Bedroom Farmhouse with 2-Car Garage Under 1500 Square Feet

Plan 51927HZ exudes timeless country charm with an efficient floor plan, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms under 1,500 square feet.

Details:

• 1,479 heated square feet
• 3 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• 1 story
• 2 car attached garage

Plan 56500SM – 3-Bed Modern Farmhouse Plan with Just Over 1,800 Square Feet Of Living Space and a Home Office

Plan 56500SM is a simple and timeless traditional style. This home features a front entry garage with three bedrooms and an office space that could be used as a fourth bedroom.

Details:

• 1,817 heated square feet
• 3 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• 1 story
• 2 car attached garage

Plan 9978 – Cedar Point Charming Farmhouse Style House Plan

Plan 9978 features four bedrooms in a split-bedroom open-concept layout. The exterior design is unique with a courtyard-style garage adjacent to the home.

Details:

• 2,098 heated square feet
• 4 bedrooms
• 2.5 baths
• 1 story
• 2 car attached garage

Plan 56533SM – 4-Bedroom Modern Farmhouse Plan with Optionally Finished Bonus Room

Plan 56533SM is an efficient four-bedroom plan under 2000 square feet. With classic farmhouse style, you can’t go wrong with this plan.

Details:

• 1,985 heated square feet
• 4 bedrooms
• 2.5 bathrooms
• 1 story
• 2 car attached garage

Plan 28923JJ – 3-Bed Farmhouse with Detached 2-Car Garage

Plan 28923JJ has classic country charm with a slightly different interior layout than most of the other open floor plans featured in this post. The front porch has a screened-in section and the plans for a detached garage are included.

Details:

• 1,697 heated square feet
• 3 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• 1 story
• 2 car detached garage

Plan 8794 – Leesburg Exclusive Affordable Farm House Style House Plan

Plan 8794 features a unique roofline and an open kitchen/dining area that flows right out to the cozy rear covered porch, perfect for country living.

Details:

• 1,834 heated square feet
• 3 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• 1 story (option for basement and bonus room upstairs)
• 2 car attached garage

Plan 62863DJ – Modern Farmhouse Plan with Wraparound Porch and Vaulted Interior

Plan 62863DJ has an alternative layout to many other open concept floor plans in this post, with the main living space at the back of the home. This plan features a wraparound front porch and a cathedral ceiling in the open living space.

Details:

• 2,076 heated square feet
• 2-5 bedrooms
• 2.5-4.5 bathrooms
• 1-2 stories
• 2 car attached garage

Plan 56450SM – Split Bed Modern Farmhouse with Optional Bonus Room

Plan 56450SM has classic country appeal that could translate to many different settings. It features a wide front porch, side-entry garage and a large rear porch.

Details:

• 1,983 heated square feet
• 3 bedrooms
• 2.5 bathrooms
• 1-2 stories
• 2 car attached garage

Plan 623308DJ – Barndominium-Style House Plan with Cathedral Ceiling Garage

Plan 623308DJ is a barndominium style home that features an impressive cathedral ceiling in the main living space and a full wraparound porch.

Details:

• 2,191 heated square feet
• 3 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• 1 story
• 3 car attached garage

Plan 70685MK – Mountain Farmhouse Plan with Home Office and Bonus Expansion Above the 3-car Garage

Plan 70685MK is the definition of Mountain Farmhouse. It’s got all the great features of an open-concept, country home with a warm and rustic feel. Want to downsize a bit and don’t need the 3 car garage? Check out Plan 70669MK.

Details:

• 2,113 heated square feet
• 3-4 bedrooms
• 2.5 bathrooms
• 1-2 stories
• 3 car attached garage

Plan 28914JJ – Splendid Country Farmhouse Home Plan

Plan 28914JJ is a simple country style that would look great in any rural setting. It features expansive front and rear porches and a breezeway connecting the home to the garage.

Details:

• 1,667 heated square feet
• 3 bedrooms
• 2.5 bathrooms
• 1 story
• 2 car semi-attached garage

Plan 8516 – Walden Exclusive Farmhouse Style House Plan

Plan 8516 features a spacious kitchen and vaulted great room, plus walk-in closets in every bedroom.

Details:

• 2,188 heated square feet
• 3 bedrooms
• 2.5 bathrooms
• 1 story
• 2 car attached garage

Plan 62835DJ – 4-Bed New American House Plan with Wood Beam Accents

Plan 62835DJ is a split floorplan with four bedrooms. It features a large kitchen, cathedral ceilings and wood beam accents.

Details:

• 2,309 heated square feet
• 4-5 bedrooms
• 3.5-5.5 bathrooms
• 1-2 stories
• 2 car attached garage

Plan 800000GDP – 3-Bed Modern Farmhouse Plan Under 2500 Square Feet

Plan 800000GDP features a central wide front porch, spacious main suite and an extensive back porch area.

Details:

• 2,446 heated square feet
• 3-4 bedrooms
• 2.5 bathrooms
• 1 story
• 2 car garage

Plan 380018ASH – 4-Bed Country Craftsman Ranch House Plan with Home Office and Walk-in Pantry

Plan 380018ASH is an practical and efficient four bedroom home with a large, vaulted central living space.

Details:

• 1,800 heated square feet
• 4 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• 1 story
• 2-car garage

Plan 7283 – Northwest 614 Beautiful Craftsman Style House Plan

Plan 7283 has a hint of Craftsman style, with its columns and gable details. Features include an angled side-entry garage, split floor plan and bonus room above the garage.

Details:

• 2,297 heated square feet
• 3 bedrooms
• 2.5 bathrooms
• 1 story
• 2 car attached garage

Building a Home That Fits Your Rural Lifestyle

There’s something timeless about a country home built with intention. A place where family gathers, meals are shared, and life unfolds at a slower pace. These single-level house plans reflect that spirit — blending farmhouse charm with thoughtful design for real-world living.

I hope this collection has inspired you as you plan your own rural home. If you have a favorite layout or features you’re looking for, I’d love to hear about it in the comments.