This compact 22x25 modern cottage floor plan packs 730 sq ft of smart, functional living space into a footprint small enough for tight lots, backyard builds, and off-grid properties. The ground floor delivers an open-concept living and kitchen area, a private bedroom, full bathroom, pantry, and foyer, all designed to feel spacious despite the modest dimensions. A covered front porch adds outdoor living space and gives the home its welcoming cottage character.
The loft level adds a second private bedroom of 130 sq ft, accessible by a compact stair, and is ideal as a guest room, kids room, or home office. Built on a concrete slab foundation with conventional wood framing and a steeply pitched 10:12 gable roof, this plan is straightforward to permit and build in most climates. The steep roof pitch creates excellent attic volume in the loft and gives the home a striking visual presence that stands out on a small footprint.
Whether you are building a vacation getaway, a starter home, a backyard ADU, or a high-ROI short-term rental, this tiny cottage plan gives you a complete, builder-ready drawing set from day one. All 18 sheets include architectural floor plans, foundation and slab details, framing and roof plans, electrical and plumbing layouts, kitchen and bathroom details, a door and window schedule, and a full material list. Available as an instant PDF and CAD download.
