4893 N Preston Hwy, Shepherdsville, KY, 40165

About 4893 N Preston Hwy

Brookland is being offered for the very first time since 1848 to the open market! This Greek Revival architecturally significant property is listed on the National Register of Historic places and has remained as a residence for members of the Brooks family for many generations. In 2014, Brookland was additionally given B-1 Commercial zoning approval allowing for many different uses and could even be used as an owner occupied estate.( allowed uses list in attached documents). The main residence has been added on to and updated throughout the years to accommodate current lifestyles while leaving the historic integrity to be treasured. The main residence has an inviting entrance that beckons one to enter and simply imagine what the rooms could say about the 175 years of residents and guests to this revered property. The rooms are massive with soaring ceilings and mostly hardwood floors. All of the bedrooms have ornamental fireplaces and the first-floor primary suite has been customized to meet the needs of today's buyer with large closets, en suite bath, and sunny sitting room. The large living room and banquet-sized dining room will provide space for large gatherings and sit conveniently off from the modern kitchen. There is a convenient guest half bath located just off the dining room as well. The supersized three-car attached garage added in recent years by the current owners opens into the rear hallway which has storage closets and laundry access. Above the garage accessed via a staircase inside the garage is an expansive storage loft. There are tall ceilings, a window providing natural light and flooring as well as additional lighting. This space provides endless possibilities. It could be an art studio, yoga room, home office, craft room, or even be converted to a guest suite or studio apartment. The three large bedrooms on the second floor are serviced by a full bath in the hallway. The cellar is clean and dry. It has adequate ceiling height to service the mechanicals located in it. There are several outbuildings. Some are original to the property such as the tenant cabin and smokehouse. The history alone within these structures is something to behold. A barn/workshop added in recent years is a wonderful asset to Brookland. A section of it has concrete flooring, an overhead door, and great shop lighting. this could be a great workshop for woodworking, auto mechanics as well as many other uses. There are three open parking areas in this barn as well, Simply put... Brookland is a treasure. It could be a legacy homestead for another fortunate family or an incredible opportunity for a business owner.