House plans with mother in law cottage

At Family Home Plans, we have many house plans with in-law suite options. Different types to consider include:

• Attached to the main home: For easy access to the in-law suite, you may want to have it attached to the main level of your home. This is a good option if you are caring for a parent who needs assistance regularly or who has mobility issues.
• Separated from main home: If your parent is more independent, you could consider a plan where there is some separation from the rest of the house. This could be a suite that is above a garage, on a different level or even just separated by a hallway or breezeway.
• Floor plans with in-law suite: An in-law suite can be more than just an additional master bedroom. Depending on the person's level of independence, you can choose floor plans that create more of an apartment-like feel. You can incorporate features such as a kitchenette, living room and private entrance.

With our variety of home plans, you'll be able to find the perfect in-law suite option.

Finding the Right House Plans With an In-Law Suite

As you search for the right home plan with an in-law suite, here are some things to think about:

• Who will be using the in-law suite?: Will it be a mother-in-law suite or a suite for both parents? What are the needs of the person who is living there? How well can they get around? This will help you determine the best layouts to consider.
• Where in the home do you want the in-law suite?: How separate do you want the suite from the main home? What is the balance of privacy and accessibility you are hoping to find?

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• Affordable prices: We understand that building a home is a costly endeavor. That's why we offer competitively priced designs that won't break the bank.
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• Large selection of plans: We have thousands of house plans for you to choose from, and we even make customizations so the design will be exactly what you need.
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Check out our selection of house plans with in-law suites today to get started on finding your dream home design.

Granny units, also referred to as mother in law suite plans or mother in law house plans, typically include a small living/kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom. Our granny pod floor plans are separate structures, which is why they also make great guest house plans. You can modify one of our garage plans for living quarters as well. Granny units, or granny pod floor plans, are ideal for multi-generational living. Want to make some extra cash? Renting out guest house plans can help pay off your mortgage each month. You can also search for home designs that feature guest house plans or mother in-law suite plans as part of the main house. Check out our our In-Law/Guest Suite Plans Collection.

As the population ages, more families will become caretakers for elderly parents or relatives. These house plans with in-law suites offer the needed space (often on the first floor, ideal for a person with limited mobility). Of course, in-law suites can be used by buyers in many different situations, from owners who simply want comfortable guest accommodations to those with nannies or live-in caretakers. The suites themselves range from a simple bedroom and bathroom to more elaborate apartments suitable for semi-independent living (older children, perhaps returned from college and looking for a job, will especially appreciate the latter type). Some of these suites are even detached for the home for greater privacy. Either way, a house plan with an in-law suite offers outstanding versatility for the future. Adding onto an existing home? Consider one of our garage plans with apartments.

Multigenerational living is one trend to come out of 2020 that we'll gladly be taking along with us. As we look for more ways to keep the family together, we've realized that a custom build might be just the ticket. We've gathered a collection of mother-in-law suite house plans that don't sacrifice a thing when it comes to form, function, or style. If you're looking for more house plan ideas geared toward multigenerational living, peruse our collection. But, if you want to know a few of our favorites, take a gander through these Southern Living house plans with a mother-in-law suite to find a new place to call home.

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Bellewood Cottage

SL-2049
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A carriage house just off the main living space is ready for a custom build out. In the main home you'll find three bedrooms and two and a half bedrooms, all on one floor.

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Colonial Chase

SL-1655
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This six-bedroom, six-bath home isn't short on space. A guest suite above the garage with its own kitchen, living room, and bath make it a complete private home, but with the benefit of being just a stone's throw from the rest of the family in the main home.

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Deep River Farmhouse

SL-2059
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Dual main suites make this a suitable plan for families who want everyone under one roof, but with a little more personal space than a traditional guest room would allow. The plan features four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths within the 3,559-square-foot dwelling. A raised garage slab allows for a step-free entry into the home.

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Bayou Bend

SL-1745
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Our 2010 Georgia Idea House is a commanding, coastal-inspired looker with room for the whole family thanks to a studio apartment over the garage. It features a kitchen, bath, and private entry staircase.

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Summertime Lowcountry C + Apartment

SL-2013C
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An alternate plan for the Summertime Lowcountry, the apartment elevation features a suite with kitchen, living room, dining area, and bath above the garage. It eliminates the third garage bay in order to allow for private entry stairs and storage.

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Oakland Hall

SL-2025
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This stately house plan was inspired by a historical Nashville home. It features four fireplaces, a three-story foyer, and four covered porches. While the existing plan features a total of 6,265 heated square feet, you can add the Bluebird Cottage Plan 2026 to the property to complete the estate and add a designated space to accommodate guests or family members.