The Humble Abode Playhouse Plan offers a charming Victorian-style retreat for children aged 3–12. Available in two sizes—12x12 feet with 250 square feet of play space, and 10x10 feet with 150 square feet—this two-story design features a front bay window, rear dormer, and a small front porch with a pergola. The 12x12 model includes a full set of stairs, while the 10x10 model offers a ship ladder with a trap door for access. Both versions are designed to use real glass shed windows, adding authenticity and natural light to the interior.
Crafted with a Victorian-era aesthetic, the Humble Abode Playhouse Plan is ideal for families seeking a compact yet elegant playhouse. The 93-page (12x12) or 88-page (10x10) step-by-step PDF guide provides detailed instructions, making it accessible for DIY enthusiasts. Whether nestled in a spacious backyard or a cozy corner, this playhouse brings a touch of classic charm to any setting.
Features:
- Victorian era aesthetic design inspiration
- 250 ft² (12x12) or 150 ft² (10x10) in usable play space
- Small front porch w/ a pergola
- Full set of stairs (12x12) or a ship ladder with a trap door (10x10)
- Two story design w/ front bay window
- Rear dormer for added light
- Front porch w/ roof (12x12) or pergola (10x10)
- Designed to use real glass shed windows
- 93 (12x12) or 88 (10x10) page, step by step PDF plan
- Designed for children aged 3-12
Plan Category:
Dimensions:
- 12' Wide (12x12)
- 10' Wide (10x10)
- 12' Deep (12x12)
- 10' Deep (10x10)
- 18' Tall (12x12)
- 14' Tall (10x10)
Framing Details:
- Joists: 2x6 - 16" O.C.
- Walls: 2x4 - 16" O.C.
- Rafters: 2x6 - 16" O.C.
Roofing Details:
- 60° & 42° gable roof pitch
- 10° porch roof pitch (12x12)
- Typically, 10% should be added to the roofing material order to account for waste and overlap.
Lumber List | 12x12:
Make sure to take advantage of any volume discount from your local lumber yard!
Decking:(26) 5/4” x 6” x 12'
2x4:
(21) 2” x 4” x 8'
(38) 2” x 4” x 10'
(43) 2” x 4” x 12'
2x6:
(18) 2” x 6” x 8'
(35) 2” x 6” x 10'
(17) 2” x 6” x 12'
2x8:
(1) 2” x 8” x 8'
(1) 2” x 8” x 16'
2x10:
(3) 2” x 10” x 10'
(1) 2” x 10” x 12'
2x12:
(3) 2” x 12” x 12'
4x4:
(3) 4” x 4” x 8'
4x6:
(4) 4” x 6” x 12'
1x4:
(5) 1” x 4” x 8'
(10) 1” x 4” x 10'
(11) 1” x 4” x 12'
1x6:
(2) 1” x 6” x 8'
Plywood:
(39) 4' x 8' x 1/2” Plywood Non-PT
(1) 4' x 8' x 3/4” Plywood Non-PT
Lumber List | 10x10:
Decking:(1) 5/4” x 6” x 8'
(35) 5/4” x 6” x 10'
(4) 5/4” x 6” x 12'
2x4:
(22) 2” x 4” x 8'
(48) 2” x 4” x 10'
(18) 2” x 4” x 12'
2x6:
(20) 2” x 6” x 8'
(31) 2” x 6” x 10'
(7) 2” x 6” x 12'
2x8:
(2) 2” x 8” x 8'
2x10:
(1) 2” x 10” x 12'
4x4:
(1) 4” x 4” x 8'
1x4:
(12) 1” x 4” x 8'
(10) 1” x 4” x 10'
(5) 1” x 4” x 12'
1x6:
(2) 1” x 6” x 10'
Plywood:
(24) 4' x 8' x 1/2” Plywood Non-PT
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