ranch house

noun

Definition of ranch housenext
as in town house

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Recent Examples of ranch house Originally built in 1959 as a modest ranch house, the property was transformed into a sleek architectural showpiece by David Kotzebue Architecture and builders Lowell and Jacquie Strauss of Amalfi West. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 May 2026 At her Montecito, California, ranch house with partner Dawn Close, gravel is the foundation of their yard design. — Elizabeth Jardina, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026 The mansion sits atop a hill, where visitors can walk 1/4 mile along a nature trail dotted with other buildings, including a ranch house, pool house and tea room. — Hans Gutknecht, Daily News, 14 Apr. 2026 The property includes three residences — a main ranch house, a foreman’s cabin and guest quarters — along with a barn and multiple outbuildings. — Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ranch house
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ranch house
  1. town house
  2. tract house
  3. manor house
  4. ranch
  5. cottage
Noun
  • For Kemble, that meant adding more full-length mirrors to her New York City town house.
    — Elyse Moody, Architectural Digest, 27 July 2026
  • The gallery had occupied space in a town house there since 2017.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 20 July 2026
Definition of town house
Noun
  • In 2017, my family and I bought our house in the Palisades—a 1950s tract house on the same street as three of our friends.
    — Juliana Shallcross, AFAR Media, 29 Jan. 2026
  • The Netflix series Adolescence starts with a police SWAT team conducting a dawn raid on a modest tract house in the north of England.
    — Martha Bayles, National Review, 24 July 2025
Definition of tract house
Noun
  • The manor house is historically protected, which means the renovation was carefully overseen.
    — Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • The island is nestled between the two forks of Long Island and is known for its unspoiled beaches and beautiful manor houses.
    — Kira Turnbull, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
Definition of manor house
Noun
  • From scenic tours of national parks to intimate ranch experiences, this is your opportunity to embrace the rugged charm, raw beauty, and unforgettable adventure of the American West.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
  • With fewer than 30 students, Deep Springs combines rigorous academics with mandatory labor on a working cattle ranch and student self-governance.
    — Scott White, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of ranch
Noun
  • Flanked by hydrangea bushes, this charming Cape Cod-style cottage is the perfect spot for a bachelorette weekend or girls’ trip.
    — Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The original structure dates back to 1894, and there are five lakeside cottages open seasonally.
    — Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of cottage

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