Ranch Home on 69 Acres with Mountain Views in Rockholds, Kentucky — $229,000

Property Overview

Set on approximately 69 recently surveyed acres in Rockholds, Kentucky, this ranch-style home combines country living with a substantial amount of land. The single-story residence has three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and 1,253 square feet of living space. Rural, wooded, and mountain views add to the property’s setting, while the covered front porch provides an outdoor place to sit and enjoy the surroundings.

The home features a living room with a propane fireplace, a galley-style kitchen, and a practical single-level layout. With two sheds, an attached carport, and an additional detached two-car carport, the property also includes useful space for vehicles, equipment, and storage.

Interior Features

The home has a comfortable one-level floor plan with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The primary bedroom and kitchen are both located on the first floor, making the layout convenient for everyday living.

Living Room

The living room features a propane fireplace, providing a focal point for the main living area. The fireplace adds an additional heating feature and gives the room a traditional country-home feel.

Kitchen

The galley-style kitchen makes efficient use of the available space. Included appliances are a refrigerator and cooktop. The kitchen is located on the main level.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms provide room for household members, guests, or a home office. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet. Carpet and tile flooring are found throughout the home.

Laundry and Additional Interior Details

• Main-level laundry
• Walk-in closet
• Carpet and tile flooring
• Crawl-space foundation
• One propane fireplace in the living room
• Heat pump cooling

Land and Outdoor Features

Approximately 69 acres accompany the residence, with the acreage recently surveyed. The property’s rural setting includes wooded and mountain views, offering a substantial amount of outdoor space beyond the home itself.

The acreage is a notable part of this offering for buyers who want room to enjoy the outdoors, maintain their own land, or simply have more space between themselves and neighboring properties. The exact layout, terrain, access, usable acreage, and any land-use restrictions should be reviewed during due diligence.

Outdoor Improvements

• Covered front porch
• Two storage sheds
• Attached carport
• Detached two-car carport
• Rural, wooded, and mountain views
• Approximately 69 acres of land

Structure and Construction

The residence is a single-family ranch-style home with one level of living space. Wood siding, a block foundation, and a shingle roof complete the exterior construction.

Utilities and Services

The home has public water and a septic tank. Electricity is connected, and natural gas and cable are listed as available utilities for the property. Heating is provided by electric, heat pump, and propane systems, with a heat pump used for cooling.

• Water: Public water
• Sewer: Septic tank
• Heating: Electric, heat pump, and propane
• Cooling: Heat pump
• Electricity: Connected
• Natural gas: Available
• Cable: Available

Internet providers, broadband speeds, and cellular reception should be confirmed for the exact address. Availability can vary across rural properties, particularly where service coverage changes with terrain and distance from existing infrastructure.

Location and Community: Rockholds, Kentucky

Rockholds is an unincorporated community in Whitley County in southeastern Kentucky. The area is characterized by a rural landscape and a mix of residential properties, wooded land, and small local businesses. The county seat, Williamsburg, and the nearby city of Corbin provide additional services and commercial areas for residents.

Whitley County had an estimated population of 37,297 in July 2025, compared with 36,712 at the 2020 Census. The county is part of the broader southeastern Kentucky region, where local employment includes healthcare, education, retail, manufacturing, and other service industries.

Schools and Education

Whitley County has a public school system serving students from preschool through high school. Nearby educational facilities include:

• Whitley County North Elementary School: Located on Highway 26 in Rockholds and serving preschool through sixth grade.
• Whitley County Middle School: Located in Williamsburg and serving seventh and eighth grades.
• Whitley County High School: Located in Williamsburg and serving high school students.

These schools provide an overview of the local educational options. School attendance boundaries and assignment for this particular property should be confirmed directly with the school district before making a decision.

Healthcare and Medical Services

Medical services are available in the surrounding communities, including Corbin and Williamsburg.

• Baptist Health Corbin: A hospital providing emergency and other medical services at its Corbin location.
• Baptist Health Occupational Medicine and Urgent Care: An urgent care facility in Corbin.
• Grace Health Medical Campus: A medical facility in Corbin offering clinic and pharmacy services.

These facilities provide options for routine healthcare and more urgent medical needs in the surrounding region. Buyers should check current services, hours, and emergency arrangements when planning healthcare access.

Shopping and Everyday Services

Rockholds has a small selection of local businesses for everyday needs. Rockholds Pit Stop and Clark’s Grocery are among the local convenience and grocery options. Additional grocery shopping and retail services can be found in Williamsburg and Corbin.

Williamsburg provides additional shopping, restaurants, banking, pharmacies, and other daily services. Corbin offers a broader selection of retail businesses, medical services, restaurants, and commercial establishments.

The rural location means that buyers should plan on using nearby communities for a wider range of shopping and services rather than expecting all amenities within Rockholds itself.

Transportation and Regional Access

Highway 26 and Highway 779 are among the local road connections serving the Rockholds community. The surrounding highway network connects the area with Williamsburg, Corbin, and other communities in southeastern Kentucky.

Interstate 75 is an important regional transportation route serving the wider Corbin and Williamsburg area. Buyers should check their preferred routes and actual travel times from the property, particularly for regular commuting or frequent trips to larger commercial centers.

Parks and Outdoor Recreation

Whitley County and the surrounding region offer opportunities to enjoy the natural landscape of southeastern Kentucky.

Cumberland Falls State Resort Park

Cumberland Falls State Resort Park is a well-known outdoor destination in the region. The park features the 125-foot Cumberland Falls, hiking opportunities, picnic areas, horseback riding, and nature activities. The surrounding preserve also provides trails and opportunities for wildlife and nature observation.

The wider region includes wooded landscapes, waterways, and outdoor recreation areas that appeal to people who enjoy hiking, sightseeing, and spending time outdoors.

Local Housing Market History

Whitley County’s housing market has recorded changes in home values over the past several years. One way to examine longer-term movement is the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s annual all-transactions house price index for the county.

The index is based on repeat mortgage transactions and is not a direct estimate of the selling price of an individual property. The figures below use the same county-level index throughout.

Index base year: 1991 = 100. Figures represent Whitley County as a whole, not this individual home or its acreage. Historical index movement does not predict future property values.

Safety and Public Services

Local law enforcement and emergency services operate across Whitley County. Countywide crime figures should not be treated as a measurement of conditions at an individual property or on a particular road. A consistent, property-level crime comparison is not available here, so no safety rating or conclusion is assigned to this location.

Buyers can review local emergency response arrangements and current public safety information as part of their property research.

Utilities, Broadband and Connectivity

Electric service in Whitley County is provided through a combination of utility companies and electric cooperatives, including Cumberland Valley Electric in parts of the county. Broadband options in rural southeastern Kentucky can vary significantly from one address to another.

For this property, public water, septic, connected electricity, and the listed availability of natural gas and cable are noted. Buyers should independently confirm provider availability, service capacity, internet technology, and connection costs at the property before closing.

Development and Planning

Whitley County continues to manage land use, subdivision, road infrastructure, and development through its local planning and fiscal court processes. County development regulations and transportation plans can change over time.

No specific approved or active development project has been established here as directly affecting this property’s immediate surroundings. Buyers considering changes to the acreage, additional structures, subdivision, or other land uses should verify zoning, subdivision requirements, access rights, and applicable permits with the appropriate county offices.

Property Taxes and Assessment

The recorded assessed value for the property is $160,000, with an annual property tax amount of $1,254. Buyers should verify the current tax bill, assessment details, and any applicable exemptions with the Whitley County Property Valuation Administrator and tax authorities.

Property Summary

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