Charlotte's 8x8 Loft Playhouse Plan

The 8×8 Loft Playhouse Plan is a cozy backyard retreat that packs imagination into a compact space. Built with an elevated loft, this plan offers both an upstairs hideaway and an open space beneath perfect for play or storage. The simple yet stylish design features a clean gable roof and plenty of windows, filling the cottage with light and giving it a warm, welcoming feel. Its 8×8 footprint works beautifully for smaller yards where charm matters most.

This playhouse is built with straightforward construction in mind and offers lots of potential for adding fun accessories. The space below the loft can accommodate sandboxes or play areas, while the Loft area is ideal for storytelling, pretend shops, or quiet lounging. It’s a perfect blend of functionality and whimsy that encourages creativity without dominating your yard or budget.

Features:

• 96ft² in usable play space
• Loft with ship ladder access
  
• Saltbox gable roof design
  
• Decorative front door
• 8'+ max interior head room
• Window shutters
• Designed for children aged 3-8
• 26 page, step by step plan

Plan Category:

🏠 Classic Playhouse Plans
🧸 Young Children Plans

Dimensions:

• 8' Wide
• 8' Deep
• 11' 3" Tall

Framing Details:

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

Glass Shed Windows:

• ( 3 ) 14" x 21"
• ( 6 ) 18" x 27"
  

Roofing Details:

• 40° gable roof pitch
• 112 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:
( 47 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 6 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 16 ) 2” x 4” x 12'

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

2x8:
( 1 ) 2” x 8” x 10'

2x2:
( 10 ) 2” x 2” x 8'

1x4:
( 1 ) 1” x 4” x 8'

1x6:
( 2 ) 1” x 6” x 12'

Plywood:
( 9 ) ½" Plywood Sheets
( 7 ) ⅝"" Plywood Sheets