Don't miss this cabin in the woods that is a private retreat with a completely renovated 1½-story log cabin on 10 mostly wooded acres. Filled with character and rustic charm, this unique home combines custom updates with the peaceful setting you've been searching for. Inside, a wood-burning fireplace creates a cozy gathering place, while the beautifully updated kitchen blends style and everyday function. Check out the beautiful cabinets and countertops. The Right off of the kitchen is the dining space and a lovely cabinet piece! Next to the kitchen is the mud room with washer and dryer hookups. Two spacious bedrooms offer charming finishings and walk-in closets. Make sure you don't miss the chandelier and large ceiling in the upstairs bedroom. The fully renovated bathrooms feature new vanities, and large tiled walk-in showers. Updated lighting throughout complements the home's distinctive details and inviting atmosphere. Spend some time on the large covered front porch deck that looks out across the property. Or you can enjoy evenings on the back patio space next to your personal garden area. Outside, the wooded acreage provides privacy and room to enjoy the natural surroundings. A shed and a 28×28 pole barn/workshop offer space for storage, hobbies, equipment, or projects. The home also includes a generator hookup for backup electrical supply during power outages (generator not provided). Homeowners often see abundance of wildlife on the property. Additional items of note: A cleared area features two septic systems and two additional water meters, a standout feature offering possibilities for future use. Also, not far from this home is Renfro Valley Entertainment Center. Whether you're looking for a full-time home or a private getaway, this property offers a rare combination of custom cabin charm, wooded acreage, useful outbuildings, and additional infrastructure. Truly a unique opportunity that doesn't come along often!
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
10 acresLot Size
$222Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Matthew Fouch• Keller Williams Commonwealth - Somerset
Wanting that secluded, mountain getaway for a vacation home, or even a full-time residence? This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom log cabin home is tucked away just inside the woods and sits on top of a mountain, with beautiful private views all around. This home features a wood-burning stone fireplace, both a family room and a living room, a small, outside, upstairs balcony where one could hunt, Energy Star appliances, a back-up generator, a 350-gallon propane tank and a sophisticated, solar-powered security system. Sitting on 6.6 acres, this home is being sold with 2 additional tracts of 1.2 acres each, creating a total of 9 acres. Also included are a 28'x30' equipment barn and a large outbuilding. The property has an abundance of trees including Walnut, Hickory, Poplar, Oak, Beech, etc. Plenty of wild game abound on the property including whitetail deer, bobcats, turkeys, squirrel, etc. Conveniently located between the historic towns of Berea and Renfro Valley, you don't want to miss this one-of-a-kind, log cabin home and 9 acres!
Public Records
Jan 1, 2002
Sold
$124,500
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,112 (−0.6%)
$259,500
2024
$2,125 (−1.1%)
$259,500
2023
$2,148 (+161.9%)
$259,500
2022
$820 (−0.7%)
2021
$826
2020
$826 (+0.7%)
2019
$820 (+0.3%)
2018
$818 (+0.5%)
2017
$813 (+2.3%)
2016
$795 (−15.3%)
2013
$939
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6.6 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
2,028
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,028
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rockcastle County
APN
055-00-037.02
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 101° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Mount Vernon, KY • 40456
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 14% for direct sun exposure in Mount Vernon. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 854 Wildrose Rd
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