6208 Old Richmond Rd, Lexington, KY 40515

Property Description

Exclusive listing offers a rare opportunity to acquire a piece of Lexington history, surrounded by mature trees and seeped in history, but not lacking in modern conveniences, Highland Hall, circa 1855, a prestigious gated 5-acre retreat, located minutes from the Richmond Road corridor, in Fayette County. Originally built by the son and namesake of the first governor of Kentucky, Isaac Shelby, Highland Hall was the image of a "typical farmhouse" set in the Greek Revival style of large proportions and clean lines, with rural comfort to entertain travelers from afar. Once set on over 5000 acres, stretching from the valleys of Madison County lines, throughout Heartland Estates and much of now Tates Creek Corridor, Highland Hall was a working homestead maintaining itself with onsite livestock, a smoke house (which still stands on the property today) an ice house and several out buildings (no longer on property) used during the 5-year construction of the home. Although there was nothing typical about the 6800+/- sqft structure, no expense was spared with custom blown glass windows, interior doors and trim milled from Walnut trees that grew on property, as well as hand milled Heart Pine floors, also direct from the property. The large pond in the back of the property was used not only as water source, but for preserving crafted wood work that survives today in the home. Showcasing all of Highland Halls' beauty, both inside and out, Highland Hall was chosen to be the Decorators Showcase Home in 2012, (however the interior been professional redesigned since), selected designers featured their talents and public was invited tour for the 5-week event to enjoy all that the property had to offer. It was the most widely attended showcase in the 20-year history of the event. Numerous Updates Include: -All new Anderson Pro Series, historically correct, windows -3 Geothermal Units, all with separate controls/zones, powered by 8 GeoWells providing the ultimate HVAC experience -Additional conventional Heat Pump HVAC, with in room controls, solely for the newly added first floor Primary Suite. (2023-24) -400-amp electrical service, all with back run for generator backup -All new plumbing (2019 and 2023) -New, 2 Tank Septic System, with 4 leach lines and new waste outlets from main house. -New Garage Doors and Electric Openers on the detached 3 car garage, with permanent steps to second floor unfinished storage -Private fenced portion of rear yard leading from breakfast area and Primary Suite with Outdoor Shower and Hot tub (2024) -New Entrance Gate motor and control, with remote access -Lutron System on Main Exterior Porch(s) and Driveway Lighting -Whole house Interior paint, Ben Moore Professional Series (2023) -Exterior Paint/Caulk on all windows/trim/soffits (2024 -New (June 2026) EPDM roof/flooring system on Driveway Side Porch 2nd story -New (July 2026) 4' wide Trex steps with railing to rear exterior fenced in yard access Along with your prequalified credentials, schedule your private experience of this majestic, and comfortable, professionally designed and decorated home. Highland Hall awaits! **Furnishings priced upon request. Excludes any artwork collection**