Sep 27 2012
Barn Plans and Stables add Function to Farms and Rural Properties
Whether you own a working farm, a sprawling ranch for raising livestock or just a small parcel of land and a couple of horses, building a barn plan or a stable is sure to enhance your property value and provide functional shelter for your livestock. There are many types of barn plans and stable designs available. They are available in a multitude of sizes and offer a variety of thoughtful features making them more efficient and functional then the barns and stables of yesteryear. Here’s a list of features that are commonly incorporated with today’s barn plans and stables:
- Individual stalls, many offering outdoor access to a pen or pasture
- Tack rooms
- Storage areas
- Sliding doors on either end of the structure
- Storage loft
- Finished loft with recreation area or living space
- Half/full bath
- Office
Barn plans and stables are ideal for those who raise/own horses, but they often work well for those who want to own a couple of cattle or few other farm animals but don’t need all the other outbuildings and accessories associated with a working farm or ranch. Browse our outbuilding collection to view our barn plans.



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