Additional Details

Property Details

Lot Dimensions:

1440050

Lot Features:

0, 1, 2, 3

Utility Options:

0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112

Zoning:

AR

Building Utilities:

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

Water Source:

Public, Creek(S), Pond(S)

Abv. Grnd. Sq. Ft.:

3, 640

Total Sq. Ft.:

3, 640

Sq. Ft. Source:

Public Records

Directions:

From Versailles Take Route 62 Same As Lawrenceburg Road (Tyrone Pike), Past Woodford Co Park To Steele Road Right, Property On Right. Joins Track Side Horse Farm. FG 69

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(S), Eat In Kitchen, Primary Downstairs, Walk In Closet(S)

Cool

Geothermal, Zoned

Heat

Geothermal, Propane Tank Owned, Zoned

Total Rooms

14 Rooms

Schools

High School:

Woodford Co

Middle School:

Woodford Co

Elementary School:

Simmons

Tax and Financial Info

Quick View

Address:

930 Steele Road Versailles KY 40383

Status:

Active

On Site:

23 Days On Site

Price:

$1, 750, 000

Bedrooms:

4 Beds

Bathrooms:

3 Full Baths, 1 Half Baths

Sq. Feet:

3, 640

Year Built:

1796

Lot Size:

33.06

County:

Woodford

MLS #:

26013398

Property Type:

Farm

Community Information

Area:

010 Woodford County

City:

Versailles

Subdivision:

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.

Source: LBAR as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS ID: 26013398

Listing provided courtesy of David Humes and Sarah Miller with Christies International Real Estate Bluegrass

Last Updated: 6/10/2026 | 8:35 PM

Home Details

Status: Active

Price: $1,750,000

Address: 930 Steele Road, Versailles, KY 40383

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 4

Square Feet: 3,640

23 days on Site

• Property Type: Farm
• Built in 1796
• 23 days on Site
• 33.06 Lot Size
• Cooling: Geothermal, Zoned
• Heating: Geothermal, Propane Tank Owned, Zoned