Smock Windmill Playhouse Plan・2-Sizes

Step into a piece of history with the Smock Windmill Playhouse Plan, inspired by the iconic windmills of Western Europe. These octagonal, sloping structures were once vital for grinding grain and pumping water. Now, they've been reimagined as enchanting playhouses that blend tradition with whimsy. Choose between two sizes: the Standard 12x12 model offers 240 sq ft of play space, while the Deluxe 16x16 model provides a spacious 430 sq ft.

Both versions feature a full 360° second-level wraparound porch, ladders, trap doors, and a spinning main sail and fantail, adding to the authentic windmill charm. The Deluxe model includes a larger footprint and additional features, catering to families seeking more space and detail. With detailed 52-page plans, this project is perfect for those looking to craft a unique, European-inspired playhouse.

Features:

• 240ft² (Standard) or 430ft² (Deluxe) of usable play space

• Main sail and fantail
  

• Lower front entrance
  

• Two stories

• 2 Ladders and trap doors

• Full 360° 2nd level porch
• Trap door to 2nd floor

• Mansard roof nacelle

• 52 page, step by step PDF plan

Plan Category:

🏡 Full Size Playhouse Plans

Dimensions (Standard):

• 12' Wide
  
• 12' Deep
  
• 18' Tall (Excluding Sail)
  

Dimensions (Deluxe):

• 16' 2" Wide (Excluding Stairs)
  
• 40' Wide (Including Stairs)
• 16' 2" Deep
  
• 20' Tall (Excluding Sail)
  

Framing Details:

• Joists: 2x8 - 16" O.C.
• Walls: 2x4, 4x4 - 16" O.C.
• Rafters: 2x6 - 16" O.C.

Roofing Details:

• 22.5° & 45° gambrel roof pitch
• 45ft² (standard) or 75ft² (deluxe) of total roof coverage.  Typically, 10% should be added to the roofing material order to account for waste and overlap.

Lumber List | Standard:

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

Decking:
( 38 ) 5/4" x 6 x 8'
( 52 ) 5/4" x 6 x 10'
( 38 ) 5/4" x 6 x 12'

2x2:
( 21 ) 2” x 2” x 8'

2x4:
( 115 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 28 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 18 ) 2” x 4” x 12'

2x6:
( 9 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 15 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
( 18 ) 2” x 6” x 12'

2x8:
( 2 ) 2” x 8” x 8'
( 1 ) 2” x 8” x 12'

4x4:
( 9 ) 4" x 4" x 8'
( 1 ) 4" x 4" x 10'
( 1 ) 4" x 4" x 12'

4x6:
( 1 ) 4" x 6" x 8'
( 2 ) 4" x 6" x 10'
( 1 ) 4" x 6" x 12'

Plywood:
( 2 ) 4' x 8' x ¾"

Lumber List | Deluxe:

Decking:
( 101 ) 5/4" x 6 x 8'
( 31 ) 5/4" x 6 x 10'
( 35 ) 5/4" x 6 x 12'
( 45 ) 5/4" x 6 x 16'

2x2:
( 200 ) 2” x 2” x 8'

2x4:
( 193 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 19 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 20 ) 2” x 4” x 12'
( 8 ) 2” x 4” x 16'

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

2x8:
( 1 ) 2” x 8” x 8'
( 8 ) 2” x 8” x 12'

2x10:
( 6) 2” x 10” x 8'
( 2 ) 2” x 10” x 12'
( 15 ) 2” x 10” x 16'

2x12:
( 6) 2” x 12” x 16'

4x4:
( 12 ) 4" x 4" x 8'
( 4 ) 4" x 4" x 10'

4x6:
( 1 ) 4" x 6" x 8'

Plywood:
( 3 ) 4' x 8' x ¾"