Equine Barn Playhouse Plan

The Equine Barn Playhouse Plan is a delightful one size barn retreat that feels just right, not too big and not too small. Crafted to echo the look of a classic horse barn, it features a cute cupola, center loft for vaulted play space, and plenty of windows to fill the interior with natural light. Whether kids are hosting make believe horse shows, setting up a barnyard café, or staging imaginative farm adventures, this plan brings barnyard charm to life with thoughtful detailing.

This playhouse includes simple swing-set instructions built right into the layout, giving families the option to add extra fun outdoors. With bright access points, loft space, and whimsical architectural accents, this barn is built for kids who love horses and rural play. The clean lines and livable scale make it easy to build and perfect for backyard or indoor use alike. The Equine Barn Plan is a standout for equine loving families looking to bring both function and fantasy to their space.

Make sure to checkout all of our barn playhouse styles:

• Happy Haystack Barn Plan
• Barn & Silo Plan
• Barn Bunk Bed Plan
• Barn Shed Plan

Features:

• Traditional equine style barn aesthetic
• 345ft² total usable play space
• Two stories w/ ship ladder access
• Classic barn trim and cupola instructions included
• 17 window openings
• 6.5' wall height
• Designed for children aged 3-12
• 47 page, step by step plan

Plan Category:

👨👩👧👦 Family Playhouse Plans

Exterior Dimensions:

• 16' Wide
• 16' Deep
• 18.5' Tall

Glass Shed Windows:

• ( 6 ) 18" x 27"
• ( 11 ) 24" x 36"

Framing Details:

• Joists: 2x8 & 2x12 - 16" O.C.
• Walls: 2x4 - 16" O.C.
• Rafters: 2x6 - 16" O.C.

Roofing Details:

• 20° and 35° gable roof pitch
• 200 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 take advantage of any volume discount from your local lumber yard!

2x4:
( 108 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 37 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 26 ) 2” x 4” x 12'
( 18 ) 2” x 4” x 16'

2x6:
( 4 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 18 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
( 25 ) 2” x 6” x 12'
( 2 ) 2” x 6” x 16'

2x8:
( 16 ) 2” x 8” x 16'

2x12:
( 1 ) 2” x 12” x 8'
( 2 ) 2” x 12” x 12'
( 7 ) 2” x 12” x 16'

2x2:
( 4 ) 2” x 2” x 8'

Plywood:
( 48 ) ½" Plywood Sheets
( 12 ) ¾" Plywood Sheets