REQUEST A TOUR If you would like to see this home without being there in person, select the "Virtual Tour" option and your agent will contact you to discuss available opportunities.

In-PersonVirtual Tour

Jana Hooten

jana@key2close-realty.com +1(859) 338-7519

$ 1,750,000

Save

Pending

930 Steele Road Versailles, KY 40383

4 Beds

4 Baths

3,640 SqFt

UPDATED:

Key Details

Property Type Vacant Land

Sub Type Farm

Listing Status Pending

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,640 sqft

Price per Sqft $480

Subdivision Rural

MLS Listing ID 26013398

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1796

Lot Size 33.059 Acres

Acres 33.06

Property Sub-Type Farm

Property Description

Set along the gently rolling farmland of Steele Road, Old Mansion Farm--also known historically as Canebrake--reflects the early settlement era of Woodford County. The property's origins trace to the late 18th century, a period when Kentucky had only recently achieved statehood and the Bluegrass region was being shaped by its first permanent farms. The home's circa 1796 construction date, preserved through long standing local records and ownership tradition, places it among the earlier residences established in the Clear Creek corridor. Historical accounts note that four homes were built by brothers in this area, each positioned on elevated ground with natural springs nearby--an early and practical siting strategy that contributed to the longevity of these farmsteads. Old Mansion Farm fits squarely within this pattern, its hilltop location reflecting the priorities of the region's first agricultural families. The surrounding landscape would have originally been defined by the dense native canebrakes that once covered much of Central Kentucky, a feature that likely inspired the property's long used name. Early farmers in this part of Woodford County commonly named their land for natural landmarks, and the Canebrake name appears to have endured across generations of private ownership. While not formally listed on state or federal historic registers, the property embodies characteristics typical of early Bluegrass farmsteads: a central home site positioned on elevated ground, agricultural acreage extending outward from the main residence, and a layout oriented toward both self sufficiency and the region's developing agrarian economy. Its long tenure as a working farm contributes to its local significance, reflecting the continuity of rural land use that has defined this part of Woodford County for more than two centuries. Today, Canebrake stands as a rare example of an early Kentucky homestead that has remained privately held throughout its history. Its setting, scale, and enduring name connect the modern property to the foundational period of settlement in the Versailles area, offering a tangible link to the county's earliest patterns of architecture, land ownership, and agricultural development. The home underwent a comprehensive renovation in 2003, during which a substantial addition with expansive porches was constructed. Geo thermal heating and cooling were installed at that time and operate across three zones, enhancing efficiency while preserving the home's historic character. In 2013, the deck and pool were added, further integrating modern amenities into the historic setting. The Seller's Disclosure includes a recent home inspection as well as a brief history of the current owners' upgrades and renovation work since purchasing the property.

Location

State KY

County Woodford

Zoning AR

Interior

Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Downstairs, Walk-In Closet(s)

Heating Geothermal, Propane Tank Owned, Zoned

Cooling Geothermal, Zoned

Flooring Hardwood

Exterior

Fence Partial, Wire, Plank

Pool Above Ground

Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Propane Connected, Sewer Not Available, Water Connected, Underground Utilities

View Y/N Y

View Farm, Rural, Trees/Woods

Handicap Access No

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description Wooded

Story Two

Sewer Septic Tank

Level or Stories Two

Schools

Elementary Schools Simmons

Middle Schools Woodford Co

High Schools Woodford Co

Imagine MLS / Bluegrass Association of REALTORS (LBAR)

Listed by Christies International Real Estate Bluegrass

GET MORE INFORMATION

Have a question? Send us a message and we'll get back to you shortly.

Jana Hooten

Agent

+1(859) 338-7519 | jana@key2close-realty.com

Jana Hooten

930 Steele Road Versailles, KY 40383

Key Details

Location

Interior

Exterior

Building

Schools

GET MORE INFORMATION

Go tour this home

930 Steele Road