When your nest is empty, the family home may feel a bit too large for two people. A smaller place like this guest house could be the answer. Created specifically for the comfort of visiting family and friends, it sits a stone’s throw away from the main residence, surrounded by lush gardens and tall trees. The setting is peaceful and quiet. The house, custom designed by Eric Shephard Architects, is just 600 square feet. But it’s big enough for two and makes such effective use of space, it’s perfect inspiration for anyone thinking about downsizing.
Sitting on the covered porch of the main residence, you have a clear view of the guest house. Architect Eric Shephard describes the main residence as a “classic farmhouse with Tudor roots.” He custom designed the guest house to mirror that style.
A pergola frames the front porch, offering a comfortable, shaded sitting area.
Another view of the guest house with privacy fence and vine-covered arbor.
French doors open to a small, but impressive living space.
Soaring vaulted ceilings and plenty of windows give the house a sense of spaciousness.
The kitchen features tall cabinets and standard-sized appliances, a rare luxury in small houses.
A table for two looks out at the gardens and main residence.
Built-in bookcases and cabinets provide extra storage. The kitchen island is free-standing.
Pale flooring, so effective in a small space, extends throughout the living area and into the bedroom.
The bedroom, in soothing colors of tan and blue, is a relaxing retreat. The chandelier—pure elegance.
Natural wood for the vanity and mirror work well with the flooring—I wonder, could it be vinyl?
All in all, a darling little house . . . and entirely livable.
We are retiring and really like the 600 square foot guest house for our small lake lot. Can we buy a set of plans that includes the HVAC design?
I wish I could help you, but you would need to contact the architect about house plans.
I fell in love with Shephard Architects “classic farmhouse with Tudor roots.” I would love to build this house, but I don’t know where to find the house plan. Can you help me?
If you’re interested in the “classic farmhouse with Tudor roots,” you should contact Shepard Architects. They would have more information than I do about the house.
Eric Shepard Architects
320 Sycamore Valley Road West
Danville CA 94526
(925) 803-1000
http://www.shephardarch.com/contact/