The Abigail’s Getaway Playhouse Plan is a delightful miniature mansion designed to spark imagination in children aged 2 to 8. With a total of 114 square feet of usable play space, this compact yet charming playhouse features a cozy loft accessible via a ship ladder, perfect for secret hideaways or quiet reading corners. The front of the playhouse is adorned with a charming pergola, adding to its Victorian inspired aesthetic.
Designed with ample natural light in mind, the playhouse boasts 30 glass shed windows, including 28 standard and 2 octagonal, ensuring the interior is bright and inviting. The 6½ foot interior height provides enough headroom for adults, making it comfortable for both children and supervising adults. The detailed 76-page plan offers step-by-step instructions, making it an accessible project for DIY enthusiasts looking to create a magical space for young ones.
Features:
- 114ft² in usable play space
- Loft with ship ladder access
- Front Pergola
- 6.5' max interior head room
- Designed for children aged 2-8
- 76 page, step by step plan
Plan Category:
Dimensions:
- 14' Wide
- 7' 5" Deep
- 10' 5" Tall
Framing Details:
- Joists: 2x8 - 16" O.C.
- Walls: 2x4 - 16" O.C.
- Rafters: 2x4 & 2x6 - 16" O.C.
Glass Shed Windows:
- ( 28 ) 14" x 21"
- ( 2 ) 14" Octagonal
Roofing Details:
- 50° gable roof pitch
- 120 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!
Decking:
( 2 ) 5/4” x 6” x 10'
( 1 ) 5/4” x 6” x 12'
2x4:
( 40 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 53 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 10 ) 2” x 4” x 12'
( 4 ) 2” x 4” x 16'
2x6:
( 20 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 4 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
( 1 ) 2” x 6” x 12'
2x8:
( 2 ) 2” x 8” x 8'
( 10 ) 2” x 8” x 12'
( 2 ) 2” x 8” x 16'
2x2:
( 32 ) 2” x 2” x 8'
1x4:
( 1 ) 1” x 4” x 8'
( 2 ) 1” x 4” x 10'
Plywood:
( 20 ) ½" Plywood Sheets
( 4 ) ¾" Plywood Sheets
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