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Cottage Homes: Look, Options and Where They Fit
Steep gables, arched doors and a storybook feel make cottage homes a favorite for small lots and guest houses. Call 615-431-3789.
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About Cottage Homes
A cottage-style home is small, warm and full of detail. A steep roof, an arched door, soft siding and a flower garden give it a storybook feel.
It works well as a primary home, a guest house or an in-law suite, and it fits easily into established neighborhoods.
Almost Any Lot
The Style Sheet
How It Rates
A general guide to the curb appeal, the open floor plan, the energy efficiency and the upkeep that go with this style.
- Curb appeal5 / 5
- Open floor plan2 / 5
- Energy efficiency4 / 5
- Easy upkeep4 / 5
A general guide. Every home and every lot is different, and we confirm when we see the project.
Design details
- Steep gables and cross gables
- Arched front door and entry details
- Board siding in soft colors
- Gardens, picket fences and stone paths
What You Get
Why People Choose It
- Charming and cozy
- Great for guest houses and small lots
- Efficient to heat and cool
- A distinct, memorable look
- Easy to personalize
Where It Works
Where This Style Shines
Cozy and character homes offer porches, texture and a handmade feel that suit neighborhoods with history.
- Guest houses and ADUs
- Small lots
- Garden settings
- Historic neighborhoods
How We Build It
From Plans to Finished Trim
We plan small homes with extra care, so every square foot works, and we build the detailed rooflines, entries and trim that give a cottage its character.
Cottage and Small Homes
Compact, well-planned homes that use every square foot and still feel generous.
New ConstructionGuest Houses and ADUs
Small homes, in-law suites and backyard cottages, built to fit the lot and the rules.
New ConstructionDesign-Build Services
One team that designs and builds, so the drawings, the schedule and the construction work together from day one.
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Building Tool
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Pick a project type and a start season to see the usual phases laid out on a timeline, from plans and permits to the final walkthrough.
What do cottage homes look like?
A cottage-style home is small, warm and full of detail. A steep roof, an arched door, soft siding and a flower garden give it a storybook feel.
Where do cottage homes work well?
They are especially popular for: guest houses and ADUs; small lots; garden settings; historic neighborhoods.
Can Nashville Building Company build cottage homes?
We plan small homes with extra care, so every square foot works, and we build the detailed rooflines, entries and trim that give a cottage its character. Call 615-431-3789 or send the form to request a quote.
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Tell Us About Your Project
Tell us the address, what you want to build or change and when you would like to start, and we will get back to you quickly. Prefer to talk? Call 615-431-3789.
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