Ghostly Gables Haunted House Plan

Step into the spine-chilling estate of the Ghostly Gables Haunted Playhouse Plan, where every creak and shadow invites imagination to run wild. This eerie playhouse design is perfect for transforming any exterior space into a haunted adventure, filled with mysterious corners, gabled roofs, and just the right amount of spooky charm. Whether your young ones are daring ghost hunters, aspiring witches, or brave adventurers, this playhouse sets the stage for thrilling tales and endless Halloween-inspired fun all year long.

With its gothic-inspired architecture and hauntingly playful design, the Haunted House Playhouse Plan brings a spooky twist to traditional outdoor play. The intricate detailing captures the essence of a classic haunted mansion, creating an enchanting space for pretend play and creative storytelling. Designed for both fun and functionality, this plan includes step-by-step instructions and material lists, ensuring that building this eerie masterpiece is as exciting as the adventures it promises to inspire. Prepare for the many giggles and goosebumps ahead while kids immerse themselves in a world of spine-tingling fun!

Features:

• 370 ft² in total usable play space
• Whimsical take on the classic Victorian era haunted mansion
• All four sides lean out 5° to provide a cartoon effect
• Mansard style front tower
• Wrap around porch
• Accommodates over 30 glass windows for ample natural light
• 3 stories
• 104 page, step by step PDF plan

Plan Category:

💫 Whimsical Playhouse Plans

Dimensions:

• 15' Wide
• 15' Deep (w/o porch)
  18' Deep (w/ porch)
  
• 24' Tall

Framing Details:

• Joists: 2x6 & 2x8 - 16" O.C.
• Walls: 2x4 - 16" O.C.
• Rafters: 2x4 & 2x6 - 16" O.C.

Glass Shed Windows:

• ( 26 ) 18" x 27"
• ( 4 ) 14" Octagonal
  
• ( 3 ) 18" Octagonal

Roofing Details:

• 50° gable roof pitch & Mansard Tower
  
• 500 ft² of total roof coverage. Typically, 10% should be added to the roofing material order to account for waste and overlap.

Lumber List:

Make sure to ask about and take advantage of any volume discount from your local lumber yard!

Decking:
( 4 ) 5/4” x 6” x 8'
( 11 ) 5/4” x 6” x 12'

Framing:
( 159 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 60 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 92 ) 2” x 4” x 12'
( 2 ) 2” x 4” x 16'

( 41 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 28 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
( 16 ) 2” x 6” x 12'
( 4 ) 2” x 6” x 16'

( 12 ) 2” x 8” x 8'
( 15 ) 2” x 8” x 10'
( 3 ) 2” x 8” x 12'
( 2 ) 2” x 8” x 16'

( 4 ) 2” x 10” x 8'

( 9 ) 4” x 4” x 8'

( 63 ) 2” x 2” x 8'

Plywood:
( 65 ) ½" Plywood Sheets
( 14 ) ¾" Plywood Sheets

Hardware List:

• (30 lbs) GRK 3” R4 Screws
• (20 lbs) GRK 2.5” R4 Screws
• (Optional) GRK 4” RSS Screws