2601 Old Cave Hill Lane, Lexington, KY 40513

New Listing
$3,950,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 6 Square Footage: 7,450 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 743,134 Status: Active
Current Price: $3,950,000 List Date: 9/09/2026 Last Modified: 9/09/2026

Overview

Description

One of the most noteworthy properties in Central Kentucky, surrounded by the world-renowned Mill Ridge Farm. This distinguished former Governor's mansion, featured in Architectural Digest, offers a 7,450 +/- square-foot main residence, guest house, formal gardens, swimming pool and pool house, tennis court, and horse barn. A truly exceptional property offering a unique blend of timeless elegance and comfort.

Listing Details MLS# 26024813

Listing Information

Comp Sale YN
No
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence

Status Change Information

Status Change Timestamp
2026-09-09

Address

County
Fayette
Street Number
2601
Street Name
Old Cave Hill
Street Suffix
Lane
State
KY
Zip Code
40513
Directions
Man O' War to Old cave Hill Lane, Go to the end of the road.
Parcel Number
22351300
Deed Book
2903
Deed Page
418

Contract

Original List Price
3950000
Start Showing Date
2026-09-09
Listing Contract Date
2026-09-08
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Occupant Type
Occupied
Office Exclusive YN
No
List Price/SqFt
530.2

Tax Legal

MLS Area Major
004 - Fayette County SW
Subdivision Name
Rural
High School District
Fayette County - 1

Interior

Bedrooms Total
5
Bathrooms Total
6
Bathrooms Full
5
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Above Grade Finished Area
7450
Living Area
7450
Living Area Source
Public Records
Basement YN
Yes
Fireplace YN
Yes
Fireplaces Total
9

More Information

Parking Information

Garage YN
No
Carport YN
No

Building

Year Built
1821
Home Warranty YN
No
Accessibility Features YN
No

Lot

Lot Size Source
Assessor
Lot Size Acres
17.06
Lot Size Square Feet
743134
Pool Private YN
Yes
View YN
Yes
Waterfront YN
No
Water Body Access YN
No
Horse YN
Yes

Utilities

Cooling YN
Yes
Heating YN
Yes

Remarks

Public Remarks
One of the most noteworthy properties in Central Kentucky, surrounded by the world-renowned Mill Ridge Farm. This distinguished former Governor's mansion, featured in Architectural Digest, offers a 7,450 +/- square-foot main residence, guest house, formal gardens, swimming pool and pool house, tennis court, and horse barn. A truly exceptional property offering a unique blend of timeless elegance and comfort.

Amenity Fee Details

Amenity Fee YN
No

Showing Information

Showing Instructions
48 hour notice, by appt only. LA to accompany. Proof of funds required with showing request.

Room Types

Bathroom 2 Level
Second
Bathroom 3 Level
Second
Bedroom 2 Level
Second
Dining Room Level
First
Family Room Level
First
Foyer Level
First
Kitchen Level
First
Living Room Level
First
Other Level
First
Primary Bathroom Level
First
Primary Bedroom Level
First
Utility Room Level
First

Property Features

Utilities: Electricity Connected; Propane; Sewer Not Available; Water Connected; Electricity Connected; Propane; Sewer Not Available; Water Connected Appliances: Dishwasher; Microwave; Refrigerator Architectural Style: Colonial Attic Features: Partially Floored; Permanent Stairs Basement: Exterior Entry; Interior Entry; Sump Pump; Walk-Out Access; Walk-Up Access Construction Materials: Solid Masonry Cooling: Central Air; Geothermal; Heat Pump; Multi Units Exterior Features: Garden; Other Fencing: Partial; Wood Fireplace Features: Dining Room; Family Room; Living Room; Primary Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood; Tile Foundation Details: Stone Heating: Electric; Forced Air; Geothermal; Heat Pump; Propane; Propane Tank Owned Horse Amenities: Barn; Hay Storage; Stable(s) Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; Primary First Floor; Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Main Level; Washer Hookup Levels: Three Or More Lot Features: Landscaped; Many Trees Other Equipment: Dehumidifier Other Structures: Barn(s); Guest House; Pool House; Stable(s) Parking Features: Driveway Patio And Porch Details: Covered Porch; Front Porch Patio And Porch Features: Porch Possession: Negotiable Private Pool Features: In Ground Roof: Composition; Rubber Sewer: Septic Tank Structure Type: House View: Farm; Rural; Trees/Woods Water Heater: Electric Water Source: Public Showing Requirements: Call Listing Agent; Call Listing Office; Listing Agent Must Accompany; No Sign Room Types: Bathroom 1; Bathroom 2; Bathroom 3; Bedroom 1; Bedroom 2; Den; Dining Room; Family Room; Foyer; Kitchen; Living Room; Office; Other; Primary Bathroom; Primary Bedroom; Utility Room

Room Information

Room Name Level Remarks
Den
Dining Room First
Family Room First
Primary Bedroom First
Foyer First
Living Room First
Kitchen First
Primary Bathroom First
Utility Room First
Other First Half Bath
Listing Office: Justice Real Estate
Last Updated: September - 09 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.