Homebuilding Insights

February 17, 2015

Our Amelia - a One-Story Wonder Built to Customize!

Editor’s Note (Updated November 2025): Ernest Homes is not currently building the Amelia floor plan. The community originally associated with this home design — and several floor plans mentioned in older materials — have since sold out or been updated. Ernest Homes continues to build beautiful new homes and thoughtfully designed floor plans throughout Savannah, Richmond Hill, Pooler, Guyton, and surrounding areas. Explore our current new home communities and available floor plans to find your next home.

The Amelia Floor Plan – A Retired Single-Story Favorite from Ernest Homes

Although the Amelia is not currently in production, this single-story floor plan remains one of Ernest Homes’ most beloved home designs. Created for homeowners who wanted a flexible, open layout on one convenient level, the Amelia offered a highly livable design with a range of personalization options that made it easy to create a true “forever home.”

This charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath home delivered approximately 1,868 square feet of efficiently planned living space. For homeowners wanting even more room to relax and entertain, the Amelia also included an optional sunroom expansion.

Flexible Layout with Optional Sunroom

One of the most popular features of the Amelia floor plan was the optional sunroom located just off the great room. This bright, welcoming space added an additional 180 square feet of usable living area – ideal as a reading nook, playroom, hobby area, or casual sitting room.

Homeowners could further enhance the sunroom with:

  • An optional fireplace for cozy evenings
  • A stylish half-round window for added natural light
  • Custom trim and finish options to match their personal style

Personalized Owner’s Suite

The owner’s suite in the Amelia floor plan offered numerous upgrade options so buyers could tailor the space to their preferences. Popular enhancements included:

  • Optional tray ceiling in the bedroom
  • Staggered cabinetry and custom storage details
  • Upgrade from a standard tub/shower combo to a separate walk-in shower and whirlpool tub
  • Double vanity with his-and-hers sinks and added drawer stacks

These thoughtful touches helped create a spa-like retreat for relaxing at the end of the day and streamlining busy mornings.

Versatile Secondary Bedrooms

In addition to the owner’s suite, the Amelia included three secondary bedrooms that could be used in a variety of ways:

  • Children’s or guest bedrooms
  • A dedicated home office or study
  • A craft, sewing, or hobby room
  • A compact home gym or wellness space

This flexibility made the Amelia a great match for families in different life stages and lifestyles.

Open-Concept Living, Dining & Kitchen Areas

At the center of the Amelia floor plan was a spacious great room – the true heart of the home. It was designed for movie nights, slumber parties, game time, or simply unwinding with a good book after a long day. Homeowners had the option to add a fireplace to create a warm focal point and a cozy ambiance.

For meals and entertaining, the Amelia offered:

  • A formal dining room, perfect for family dinners and holiday gatherings
  • A casual breakfast room off the kitchen for quick meals and flexible schedules

The kitchen itself was a cook’s dream, with available upgrades such as:

  • Extended 42" upper cabinets for added storage
  • Glass-front cabinet doors, plate racks, and wine racks
  • Spice inserts, roll-out trays, and additional drawers
  • Optional free-standing trash compactor

Outdoor Living & Exterior Options

The Amelia floor plan also supported outdoor living with a choice of:

  • A standard concrete patio
  • An optional wooden deck for expanded entertaining space

A generous two-car garage provided room for vehicles plus extra storage for bikes, lawn equipment, sports gear, and more. Buyers could also choose between two exterior styles:

  • Classic brick
  • Low-maintenance siding

Looking for a Similar Single-Story Home?

While the Amelia floor plan is currently retired, Ernest Homes continues to offer a variety of thoughtfully designed one-story and two-story homes in our active communities. Many of our current floor plans feature similar open-concept layouts, flexible spaces, and energy-efficient construction.

To see which home designs are available today, visit our current communities and explore our available floor plans.

Connect with Ernest Homes

Have questions or want help finding a floor plan similar to the Amelia? Our experienced Sales Team is here to help. Call us at (912) 756-4135 or send us a message through our Contact Page. We’d be glad to help you design and discover the Ernest home that’s right for you.

To learn more about Ernest Homes and our commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and energy-efficient new homes in coastal Georgia, visit ErnestHomes.com.

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