Modern Four-Bedroom Home for Hillside Lots with Walkout Basement
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House Plan Features:
| Square Footage | |
|---|---|
| Main Level | 1388 sf |
| Lower Level | 1404 sf |
| Total Finished | 2792 sf |
| Garage | 596 sf |
| Outdoor Living | |
| Porch | 192 sf |
| Covered Deck | 205 sf |
| Deck | 240 sf |
| Covered Patio | 203 sf |
| Other Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Full Bathrooms | 3 |
| Half Baths | 2 |
| Garage Bays | 2 |
| Garage Entry | Courtyard / Side |
| Width of House | 54 ft |
| Depth of House | 70 ft |
| Building Height | 22 ft |
| Foundation Type | Walkout Basement |
| Exterior Wall Construction | 2x6 |
| Ceiling Height — Main Level | 10', 14' |
| Ceiling Height — Lower Level | 9' |
| Roof Pitches | Primary 5/12, Secondary 6/12 |
Sugar Maple is a stunning modern home that balances elegant design, efficient space planning, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Designed to complement hillside lots or walkout or daylight basement sites, this versatile family-friendly home offers 1,388 square feet on the main level, featuring high ceilings, an open-concept layout, and breathtaking rear views.
With an L-shaped design, the side-entry two-car garage connects directly to the mudroom and kitchen, offering convenience for busy families. The foyer opens into a soaring great room with 14-foot ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and expansive windows that frame the natural beauty of the rear site.
A spacious 445-square-foot partially covered deck extends the living space outdoors. The private primary suite, tucked at the rear of the main level, provides a serene retreat with deck access and an ensuite bath.
The 1,404-square-foot lower level is ideal for growing families or entertaining, featuring three additional bedrooms, a large rec room with a second fireplace, a wet bar, and walkout access to the outdoors.
With its modern aesthetic infused with Texas Hill Country character, Sugar Maple is a perfect choice for families, builders, and homeowners looking for a stylish, functional, and site-responsive home.
Key Features of the Sugar Maple Plan
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Designed for Hillside Sites: Ideal for walkout or daylight basement lots, maximizing natural light and outdoor connections.
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Spacious & Open Layout: 1,388 sq ft main level with high ceilings throughout, including 14' ceilings in the great room and foyer and 10’ in the primary suite and kitchen.
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Expansive Rear Deck: 445 sq ft deck, partially covered, extends living and entertaining space outdoors.
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Private Primary Suite: Located at the rear of the home, featuring deck access, an ensuite bath, and a serene retreat-like setting.
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Functional Kitchen & Dining: Large kitchen island, rear dining area with sliding doors, and seamless flow between spaces.
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Lower-Level Living: 1,404 sq ft lower level with three bedrooms, a spacious rec room with a fireplace, and a wet bar.
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Side-Entry Garage & Mudroom: Two-car side-entry garage with a practical mudroom connection to the kitchen.
Ideal for Family Living & Scenic Sites
Sugar Maple is a smart choice for families and builders looking for a home that maximizes space, natural light, and indoor-outdoor living. Its open-concept design, high ceilings, and thoughtful layout make it perfect for growing families who love to entertain.
The lower level’s walkout design, multiple bedrooms, and a large rec room provide ample space for kids, guests, and activities, while the main-level primary suite offers a quiet retreat for homeowners.
With its modern aesthetic and Texas Hill Country influences, Sugar Maple blends warmth, functionality, and style, making it a versatile and attractive home for a variety of lifestyles.
Why Choose Sugar Maple?
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Perfect for Hillside Lots: Designed for daylight or walkout basements, maximizing rear views and natural light.
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Expansive Great Room: 14' ceilings, a central fireplace, and open-concept flow create a warm, inviting atmosphere.
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Outdoor Living at Its Best: A 445-square-foot deck extends the home’s living space into nature.
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Spacious Lower Level: Three well-planned bedrooms, a rec room with a fireplace, and a wet bar make it great for families.
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Functional & Stylish Kitchen: A large island and dining area with rear sliding doors provide a seamless flow.
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Family-Friendly Layout: A mudroom off the garage, main-level powder room, and private primary suite ensure both convenience and comfort.
Find Your Perfect Family Home
If you're looking for a modern home with warmth, character, and a site-responsive design, Sugar Maple is an excellent choice. Explore more hillside and walkout basement home plans to find the perfect fit for your next build!
Questions About Sugar Maple:
What's included in my plan purchase, and what's handled locally?
Every Rocky Mountain Plan Company plan is a complete digital plan set: floor plans, exterior elevations, cross-sections, roof ridge plan, foundation layout, and electrical plan. You choose PDF or CAD at checkout, and a single-use build license is included.
A few things are handled locally by design, because they depend on your lot, climate, and code: the site plan showing where the home sits, site-specific structural engineering, mechanical/plumbing/HVAC drawings, energy calculations, and a professional stamp if your state requires one (states including CA, NY, NJ, IL, and NV often do). Your builder, engineer, and subcontractors add these during the build. It's the normal division of labor in residential construction, not a gap in the plans. See exactly what's in every plan set →
Are these plans stamped by an engineer?
Our plans don't come pre-stamped, and that's standard across the pre-drawn plan industry, not a gap in the design. Most jurisdictions require a licensed local engineer to review the plans for your specific site conditions (snow load, wind zone, seismic zone, soil) and apply their stamp before issuing a building permit. Mountain and hillside lots especially tend to trigger this. If you'd like a referral to a trusted engineering firm, just ask. How engineering and permitting work →
Can I preview the plan before buying?
We offer Bid Sets for $500. A Bid Set includes the floor plans and elevation views, labeled "Not For Construction," and is ideal for getting an initial cost estimate from a builder before committing to the full plan. If you move forward, the $500 applies as credit toward your full plan purchase. Contact us to request a Bid Set →
PDF or CAD: Which do I need?
PDF works for most builds — ready to print and share with contractors and inspectors, suitable when no significant changes are needed. CAD files (.dwg) are fully editable and the preferred format if you're making meaningful modifications, or your designer or engineer wants to work directly in the files. Buying CAD also includes the PDF set. Not sure? Start with PDF, you can always come back and add CAD later. Full comparison: PDF vs. CAD →
Can I modify or mirror this plan?
Yes, and it's completely expected. Most buyers change at least something. Your best first call is a local designer, architect, or engineer who knows your area's codes and site conditions. Modifications range from minor on-site builder adjustments and redline markups to CAD-level layout changes and full redesigns. See how modifications work →
If you simply want to flip the layout to suit your lot or view, choose a right-reading reverse when adding the plan to your cart. This will mirror the plan while keeping every dimension and note readable. For anything more, reach out and we'll point you in the right direction. How right-reading reverse works →
What does the build license allow?
Your purchase includes a Single-Structure License: the right to build this plan once, on one lot. You can print as many copies as your build team needs and share them with your builder, engineer, and municipality for that project.
Planning to build more than once? An Unlimited Building License is available for selection now or any time after. Plain-English license overview →
How soon do I get my plans?
Standard digital delivery is 1–2 business days after your signed license, Monday through Friday. (Weekend orders begin processing Monday.) Add-ons like a right-reading reverse or an alternate foundation add 3–4 business days. Files are delivered by email once your license is signed.
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