Home Decorating Outdoor Living These 5 'Southern Living' House Plans Feature Dreamy Wrap-Around Porches The Mint Julep-sipping is optional (though highly recommended). By Katie Holdefehr Katie Holdefehr Instagram Website Katie Holdefehr is the associate editorial director at Real Simple. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on December 28, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Southern Living When you imagine your dream home, what features come to mind? For many, a wrap-around porch lands high on the wishlist, right up there with a beautiful, organized kitchen and a coordinating guest house. These spacious porches provide the ideal spot for indoor-outdoor living. Whether you make it your outdoor reading nook, your work-from-home office, or a place for friends and family to gather, a comfy porch extends your living space. The overhang will shield you from rain and scorching sun, and a screened-in porch provides much-appreciated protection from bugs. Grab some lemonade and a good book, because you'll want to relax on these porches all afternoon. These Brilliant House Plans Are Perfect for Multi-Generational Households 01 of 15 Farmhouse Revival Southern Living This warm and welcoming home is the ultimate family gathering spot. It features four bedrooms and four and a half baths, offering ample space for family, friends, and guests. An open kitchen, patio, and gorgeous wrap-around porch provide several spots to gather. Take the Grand Tour 02 of 15 The Porch Southern Living When outfitted with swings, chairs, tables, and outdoor rugs, the porch feels like a second living room. 03 of 15 The House Plan Southern Living In addition to the wrap-around front porch, there's a back porch located off of the kitchen, providing an outdoor spot to host summertime dinner parties. Even better: There's also a workshop, laundry room, mudroom, and two-car garage. 04 of 15 Tideland Haven Southern Living With a wrap-around porch and a generous number of windows, every room in this home feels connected to the outdoors. French doors and transom windows throughout flood the house with natural light. Take the Grand Tour 05 of 15 The Porch Southern Living The wrap-around front porch connects to a screened-in porch located near the back of the house. With access to the porch from the main bedroom, you can step out to sip your morning coffee or linger over a weekend brunch. 06 of 15 The House Plan Southern Living At the center of the home are an open living room, kitchen, and dining alcove. Outside, the surrounding porches help the property feel private and sheltered. 07 of 15 Sugarberry Cottage Southern Living With a beautiful porch, contrasting shutters, and a gable roof, this cottage maximizes the curb appeal. Rest assured, the interior is equally as charming. A farmhouse-style kitchen opens up to a spacious-yet-cozy living room. Take the Grand Tour 08 of 15 The Porch Southern Living The front covered porch leads to a screened-in porch around the side of the house. Sit out front with a glass of iced tea and wave to neighbors, or retreat to the screened-in side porch for more intimate family dinners. 09 of 15 The House Plan Off the main bedroom, a second smaller covered porch leads out to the backyard. This house plan also offers a coordinating shed that can be added to the property. 10 of 15 Elberton Way Southern Living Featuring a stone facade, this house plan captures English-cottage style and gives it a modern update. With two floors totaling more than 3,400 square feet, there's plenty of room and privacy for the whole family. Take the Grand Tour 11 of 15 The Porch Southern Living Did we mention the outdoor fireplace? Designed for chilly fall days and crisp end-of-summer nights, the stone fireplace lets the outdoor entertaining continue even as the temperatures drop. 12 of 15 The House Plan Southern Living This house plan checks all the boxes: home office, garage, and foyer included. 13 of 15 Whisper Creek Southern Living If you're ever dreamed of building your own lake house, fishing lodge, or mountain retreat, the Whisper Creek house plan is the answer. Although just one floor, the high vaulted ceiling makes the home feel spacious. Take the Grand Tour 14 of 15 The Porch Southern Living Designed as a weekend retreat, the Whisper Creek cabin emphasizes a connection with nature. The wide, wrap-around porch offers ample space for chairs and a dining table. 15 of 15 The House Plan Southern Living With two bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, this cozy cabin is the perfect weekend getaway for a small family or two couples. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit