200 Lacy Road – Secluded 75-Acre Cabin Retreat with Guest Cabin and Woodworking Studio – Stanton, KY – $399,000

Property Overview

Discover a secluded 75-acre retreat at 200 Lacy Road in Stanton, Kentucky, where wooded hills, graceful cliff lines, and a setting near Red River Gorge create a distinctive opportunity for a buyer seeking land, privacy, and creative potential. The property includes an existing two-bedroom, two-bathroom cabin built in 1978, a full woodworking studio, and an additional guest cabin awaiting completion.

The main cabin offers approximately 940 square feet of interior living space across a multilevel structure. While the cabin needs work, it provides a starting point for renovation and personalization. The surrounding acreage includes a mix of level and hilly terrain, with rural, woodland, mountain, and farmland views.

A separate woodworking studio offers dedicated space for carpentry, artistic projects, or other workshop activities. The additional guest cabin, originally used as an art studio, presents another opportunity for a buyer to develop a creative retreat, workshop, or additional usable space, subject to applicable requirements.

Located near Slade and the Red River Gorge area, this property brings together substantial acreage, existing structures, and a natural setting in the heart of eastern Kentucky. Whether your plans involve a personal cabin retreat, a homestead, a renovation project, or a place to pursue creative work, the land and existing improvements provide a foundation for exploring those possibilities.

Interior Features

The primary cabin features a first-floor bedroom and kitchen, with the overall structure extending across three or more levels. The layout offers a compact footprint within a larger rural property.

• Two bedrooms.
• One full bathroom and one half bathroom.
• Approximately 940 square feet of total interior living area.
• First-floor primary bedroom.
• First-floor kitchen.
• Propane and wood heating.
• No basement.
• Interior flooring listed as other.

The cabin needs renovation work, allowing the next owner to evaluate the existing structure and plan improvements according to their intended use, budget, and applicable building requirements.

Land and Outdoor Features

The 75-acre property is defined by its wooded surroundings, graceful cliff lines, and varied topography. Level areas offer a contrast to the property’s hilly sections, while views encompass trees, woods, mountains, rural landscapes, and farmland.

• Approximately 75 acres of land.
• Wooded natural surroundings.
• Graceful cliff lines.
• Combination of level and hilly terrain.
• Rural, woodland, mountain, and farmland views.
• Existing cabin and additional outbuildings.

The acreage provides room to explore potential outdoor uses, subject to the property’s physical characteristics, access, applicable land-use regulations, and any environmental or construction restrictions. Boundaries, usable acreage, easements, and development feasibility should be confirmed during due diligence.

Woodworking Studio and Additional Structures

Full Woodworking Studio

The existing woodworking studio is a notable feature for buyers who need dedicated space for woodworking, fabrication, hobbies, or other hands-on creative work. Its suitability for particular equipment, commercial activity, or specialized uses should be evaluated in person.

Guest Cabin and Former Art Studio

A second cabin, previously used as an art studio, is also included. This structure remains unfinished, offering the possibility of creating a separate creative space, guest retreat, or other permitted use. Its current condition, utility connections, structural requirements, and eligibility for occupancy should be independently verified before planning a conversion.

Additional Improvements

The property record identifies a barn and guest house among the additional structures. Buyers should inspect each improvement to establish its condition, dimensions, functionality, and any work needed for continued or intended use.

Structure and Construction

Utilities and Property Services

The primary cabin is listed with a cistern water supply and septic tank. Heating is provided by propane and wood, with a leased propane tank identified in the property details.

• Water: Cistern.
• Sewer: Septic tank.
• Heating: Propane and wood.
• Propane tank: Leased.

Buyers should verify cistern capacity, water quality, septic system condition and approval, heating equipment, propane lease terms, electrical service, waste collection, internet availability, and the status of utilities at the additional structures. The availability of a service in the surrounding area does not establish that it is connected to every building on the property.

Location and Red River Gorge Area

Located in Stanton in Powell County, this property sits within eastern Kentucky’s Appalachian landscape, with access to the broader Red River Gorge and Natural Bridge region. The area is known for forested terrain, sandstone formations, outdoor recreation, and scenic drives through the surrounding mountains.

Slade serves as an important gateway to the Red River Gorge recreation area. The property description places the cabin less than 12 minutes from Slade, although actual travel time depends on the route, road conditions, and destination.

Stanton is the Powell County seat and lies along the Bert T. Combs Mountain Parkway. The community serves as a local center for government, schools, retail, and everyday services, while the surrounding rural landscape includes wooded acreage and dispersed homes.

Powell County’s estimated population was 12,812 in July 2025, compared with 13,129 at the 2020 census. The county’s relatively small population reflects a predominantly rural setting, with services and amenities concentrated in its established communities.

Safety and Crime

Available city-level crime data for Stanton recorded 19 reported offenses in 2024, including one violent offense and 18 property offenses. The reported property offenses included four burglaries, 13 thefts, and one motor vehicle theft. These are reported incident counts for Stanton, not measurements of crime at 200 Lacy Road or throughout the entire county.

City-level incident totals do not establish the likelihood of an incident at an individual rural property. Reporting coverage, population, visitor activity, and the geographic boundaries used for the statistics all affect comparisons.

For a property with substantial acreage and separate structures, buyers may wish to examine access control, building security, emergency vehicle access, outdoor lighting, and the condition of driveways or private roads during an inspection.

Schools and Education

Schools serving or located near the Stanton and Powell County area include the following public education options:

• Bowen Elementary School: Public elementary school serving early grades through grade five.
• Stanton Elementary School: Public elementary school in Stanton.
• Powell County Middle School: Public middle school serving grades six through eight.
• Powell County High School: Public high school serving grades nine through twelve.
• Powell County Academy: An additional public education option serving grades six through twelve.

School proximity and district information should be treated separately from official enrollment eligibility. Buyers should confirm the current school assignment for the property’s exact address, transportation arrangements, enrollment requirements, and the school calendar directly with the relevant district.

Healthcare and Hospitals

Healthcare options for the wider region include community medical services and hospitals in surrounding eastern Kentucky communities. Marcum and Wallace Memorial Hospital in Irvine and Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester are regional hospital options to consider when evaluating healthcare access.

Specific travel distances, current emergency department availability, urgent care hours, and specialist services should be confirmed for the intended route and date. Rural property buyers should also consider cellular reception, reliable directions, and emergency vehicle access to the property and its individual structures.

Housing Market History

Historical housing market trends provide context for the broader Powell County area. The annual all-transactions house price index below uses a consistent county-level index, with the year 2000 set to 100. It is an index of housing price movements, not a median sale price, a current market valuation, or an estimate of the value of this particular property.

Between 2021 and 2025, the county index increased by approximately 43.4%. The series shows strong annual growth in 2022 and 2023, a modest decline in 2024, and a renewed increase in 2025.

These figures describe a countywide historical index and do not predict future performance. A large acreage property with multiple structures and renovation requirements may differ substantially from broader county housing trends. A property-specific valuation should account for land characteristics, building condition, comparable sales, access, utilities, and permitted uses.

Transportation and Regional Access

The Stanton area is connected to the wider region by the Bert T. Combs Mountain Parkway and a network of state and local roads. Slade provides access to the Red River Gorge recreation area and associated outdoor destinations.

The surrounding region is primarily car-oriented, particularly outside the established town centers. Buyers should plan to use a private vehicle for most shopping, appointments, and day-to-day errands. Public transportation options and their service coverage should be checked before relying on them for regular travel.

Road surface, driveway conditions, seasonal weather, sight lines, drainage, and emergency access are practical considerations for a wooded acreage property. Prospective buyers should inspect the access route and confirm any recorded easements or private-road maintenance responsibilities.

Shopping and Everyday Services

Stanton provides a local center for everyday services, with additional visitor-oriented businesses and convenience stops in the Slade area. Depending on current availability, buyers can look to the surrounding communities for groceries, fuel, pharmacies, restaurants, banking, postal services, hardware supplies, and other daily necessities.

The rural location means that services are not necessarily concentrated within walking distance. Buyers who plan to renovate the cabin, complete the guest structure, or maintain the woodworking studio should identify nearby sources for building materials, tools, fuel, equipment servicing, and trade contractors.

Parks and Recreation

The Red River Gorge and Natural Bridge region is a major outdoor recreation destination in eastern Kentucky. The surrounding landscape includes forested hills, sandstone cliffs, hiking routes, scenic drives, and opportunities for outdoor exploration.

Red River Gorge Geological Area

The Red River Gorge area is known for its rugged sandstone formations, forested trails, natural arches, and rock-climbing opportunities. Access and permitted activities vary by location, trail, and land-management rules.

Natural Bridge State Resort Park

Natural Bridge State Resort Park features a prominent natural sandstone arch, hiking trails, and overlooks within the regional landscape. Trail conditions, seasonal operations, and access restrictions should be checked before visiting.

Daniel Boone National Forest

The surrounding national forest provides access to designated outdoor recreation areas, trails, and scenic routes. Regulations differ between developed recreation sites and other forest lands, so visitors should confirm access rules before undertaking activities.

The property’s wooded acreage and cliff lines provide a natural setting of its own. However, ownership of the land does not automatically establish public trail access, legal climbing access, or unrestricted use of every terrain feature.

Utilities and Connectivity in the Area

Stanton and the surrounding Powell County area have community infrastructure, but service availability varies between developed town areas and remote rural parcels. The property’s listed cistern water supply, septic system, and propane and wood heating are important considerations when planning renovations or additional uses.

• Electricity: Confirm the current provider, service connection, meter status, and electrical capacity for the cabin, studio, and guest structure.
• Water: The primary cabin is listed with a cistern. Confirm capacity, water quality, and the arrangements for filling and maintaining it.
• Wastewater: A septic tank is listed. Confirm system condition, capacity, permits, and suitability for the intended occupancy.
• Heating fuel: Verify propane equipment, the leased tank arrangement, and the condition of any wood-burning appliances.
• Internet: Fixed broadband, wireless broadband, and satellite options may vary by exact location. Confirm service availability and installation costs at the property.
• Cellular service: Coverage may vary with terrain, tree cover, and carrier. Test reception at the cabin, studio, and other areas of the acreage.
• Trash and recycling: Confirm local collection arrangements and whether the property is eligible for scheduled service.

Area-level utility availability should not be interpreted as confirmation that any particular provider currently serves the property or that the additional structures are connected and approved for occupancy.

Development and Planning

Stanton maintains planning and zoning processes for development review, zoning matters, permits, and long-range community planning. The wider Red River Gorge region also attracts recreation-related visitor activity and associated business interest.

No specific proposed, pending, approved, or under-construction development project has been established here as directly affecting 200 Lacy Road. Buyers considering cabin expansion, a completed guest cabin, commercial workshop use, visitor accommodation, land subdivision, or other development should confirm applicable zoning, building requirements, septic capacity, access rights, and environmental restrictions before proceeding.

The property’s substantial acreage and multiple existing structures may create several possible paths for future use, but actual feasibility depends on inspections, permits, legal restrictions, and the costs of bringing each structure to the intended standard.

Property Due Diligence

Given the acreage, renovation needs, and additional structures, a thorough inspection and review of property records will help establish the condition and permitted uses of the improvements.

• Inspect the main cabin’s structure, roof, foundation, plumbing, electrical systems, and heating equipment.
• Assess the guest cabin and woodworking studio for structural condition, electrical safety, and completion requirements.
• Confirm the septic system’s condition, permitted capacity, and suitability for proposed occupancy.
• Verify cistern water quality, storage capacity, and ongoing maintenance requirements.
• Review access rights, recorded easements, parcel boundaries, and any applicable road maintenance obligations.
• Confirm zoning, building permits, occupancy requirements, and any restrictions on short-term rentals or commercial activities.
• Evaluate terrain, drainage, cliff edges, erosion, and other site-specific considerations before planning construction or land improvements.
• Verify internet and cellular connectivity at the exact locations where service will be needed.

Property Summary

Photography and property-history acknowledgment: The property has a history of creative use, including its former art studio and woodworking space. Original photographer names and individual prior-owner credits were not available for confirmation. No individual credits have been assigned without verification.