SELF CHECK-IN, CLEAN, PRIVATE OASIS. Restored log home on gorgeous 273 acre farm along the KY RIVER. Serene & natural setting, close to several popular BOURBON TRAIL sites & horse farms. 10 MIN to WOODFORD RESERVE and CASTLE & KEY distilleries. 8 MIN to STAVE Restaurant & Bourbon Bar. Scenic horse farms (ASHFORD, AIRDRIE, WINSTAR). Convenient to KEENELAND, KY HORSE PARK, Versailles, Midway, Frankfort, Lexington, Louisville! Hike, bike, fish, wildlife, sheep, goats, chickens, stars & campfires. The space Seldom Scene Farm in Woodford County is a uniquely beautiful place. Our 273 acre light duty farm is a well maintained oasis with a near perfect combination of beautiful rolling vistas, mowed meadow paths, and shaded woodland trails, many set along our 1.5 miles of Kentucky River frontage. The farm is also home to abundant wildlife, and an ever growing family of sheep, goats, cows and chickens, as well as our expanding honey bee hives. The cottage is an amazing one-of-a-kind and very private residence, set across from a sheep and goat pasture with views of the Kentucky River Palisades! Surprises await as you enter through the hand-crafted door, made from rich heart pine, sourced from the original log cabin's walls and floors. The walls are gorgeous original hand-hewn logs, beadboard, and shiplap, which continue into the spacious 1100 sq. feet of living area, bedrooms and bath. Decor is comfortable and serene, modern-rustic with authentic horse and bourbon memorabilia. Our guests (many repeats) love the comfortable, soothing space as well as the outdoor beauty, and many have said it has exceeded their expectations and they wished they'd planned to stay longer! Amenities include free WIFI, side patio with pergola, fire pit with wood included, charcoal grill, quartz and copper kitchen counters in new fully-equipped kitchen, reclaimed heart pine cabinetry, A/C, radiant floor heating in main area & bathroom, on-demand "instant" hot water, roomy bathroom with tiled shower, spring water, king and queen memory foam beds, Smart TV, keyless entry, electric fireplace, washer/dryer. A great value with generous amenities...comfortable for families, two couples, or a small group. All have enjoyed the privacy and solitude. The cottage is all on one level, with the exception of one of the bedrooms, which has one step up into the room, and two small steps from the room down into the bathroom. We are only the third property owners since it was originally deeded to the Watts family in the Virginia Land Grant. The cottage previously went through a year-long renovation/reconstruction by a master carpenter who specializes in historic properties. One room of the original cabin (making up one of the bedrooms) has been dated to the early 1800's! The original owner was pictured here at the farm in the May, 1974 issue of National Geographic in a feature on the Bluegrass Region (you can see it in the cottage, in the album about the history/renovation). Most of the farm is wooded and left natural and ungroomed for wildlife (deer, wild turkeys, songbirds, foxes, coyotes, owls, wood ducks, bobcats, raccoons), and we have several conservation projects with native grasses and wildflowers. The kitchen is fully-equipped and cooking-friendly, with full stove, pots and pans, toaster, blender, microwave, and spices. It is also stocked with coffee, tea, sugar and snacks. A few of Kentucky’s very best restaurants are just 5-20 minutes away on spectacularly beautiful roads. We enjoy sharing the beauty of the farm and Central Kentucky with others, and are proud and excited about the preservation and rebirth of the original cabin. Guest access Guests may access the entire 273 acre farm. Hike along the river on our trails, visit with the animals, feed the chickens, etc. The farm is a great starting point for bikers and runners, and an ideal setting for photographers and stargazers. Fishing is available in our small stocked pond, or on the Kentucky River! (license is required on the river) Please inquire with us directly thru the AIR BNB app if you have interest in any specific activities. We offer several guided options on the farm, and can recommend routes and destinations for other interests. We have a wonderful team of people at the farm. We are always available thru the AIR BNB app for recommendations, questions, and issues that may arise. The app is monitored 24/7. Our farm management crew is on the farm daily, most have been around the farm for years, and they are always available for questions as well. Most guests truly appreciate the solitude, freedom and peace that the farm provides, while others are happy to enjoy bourbon distilleries, or horse farm tours, looking forward to a comfortable private place to return to afterwards. Other things to note We have an electric gate along our paved driveway that is usually kept closed. You will be provided with a gate code, as well as a code for the COTTAGE door, with lighted keyless entry. There is parking directly in front of the cottage for two cars.