3800A Butcher Hollow Rd, Van Lear, KY 41265

$3,790,000
Property Type: Land Lot Size (sq. ft.): 165,528,000 Status: Active
Current Price: $3,790,000 List Date: 3/29/2026 Last Modified: 5/05/2026

Overview

Description

Beyond its natural beauty, this exceptional 3,800± acre tract carries a deep-rooted Appalachian heritage, originating from former coal lands and positioned directly behind the famed Loretta Lynn's Homeplace. Located in the heart of Van Lear a community rich in coal mining history and widely recognized for its ties to country music legend Loretta Lynn this property offers a rare blend of cultural significance and large-scale land opportunity. Strategically situated along Miller's Creek Road, the property provides convenient access while maintaining privacy and seclusion across its expansive acreage. It is located just a short drive from Dewey Lake, a well-known destination for boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation. The property also benefits from regional accessibility, with proximity to Interstate 64 and Interstate 75, allowing for connectivity to larger markets. Nearby airports include Big Sandy Regional Airport for regional travel and Tri-State Airport for broader commercial acc ...

Listing Details MLS# 26006361

Listing Information

Comp Sale YN
No
Property Sub Type
Unimproved Land

Status Change Information

Price Change Timestamp
2026-05-04T13:40:11Z
Status Change Timestamp
2026-03-28

Address

County
Johnson
Street Number
3800A
Street Name
Butcher Hollow Rd
State
KY
Zip Code
41265
Directions
Travel 4.8 miles on Kentucky Route 3 (Bays Branch area). Continue for 2.6 miles on Kentucky Route 3. Turn left onto Old Route 3 Loop E and follow for 5.8 miles. Turn right onto Millers Creek Road and continue approximately 1.8 miles. The destination will be on Millers Creek Road in Van Lear. Location 37.76899, - 82.69533
Parcel Number
002-00-00-003.00 062-00-00-022.00 062-00-00-08.

Contract

Original List Price
3800000
Start Showing Date
2026-03-28
Listing Contract Date
2026-03-28
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Office Exclusive YN
No
List Price/Acre
997.37
List Price/SqFt
0.02

Tax Legal

MLS Area Major
082 - Johnson County
Subdivision Name
Rural

Lot

Lot Size Acres
3800
Lot Size Square Feet
165528000
Conservation Easement YN
No
Elevation Units
Feet

More Information

Remarks

Public Remarks
Beyond its natural beauty, this exceptional 3,800± acre tract carries a deep-rooted Appalachian heritage, originating from former coal lands and positioned directly behind the famed Loretta Lynn's Homeplace. Located in the heart of Van Lear a community rich in coal mining history and widely recognized for its ties to country music legend Loretta Lynn this property offers a rare blend of cultural significance and large-scale land opportunity. Strategically situated along Miller's Creek Road, the property provides convenient access while maintaining privacy and seclusion across its expansive acreage. It is located just a short drive from Dewey Lake, a well-known destination for boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation. The property also benefits from regional accessibility, with proximity to Interstate 64 and Interstate 75, allowing for connectivity to larger markets. Nearby airports include Big Sandy Regional Airport for regional travel and Tri-State Airport for broader commercial access. The acreage features a diverse landscape with multiple established trail systems, including connectivity to the well-known First Frontier Appalachian Trail System, making it ideal for ATV/UTV recreation or potential expansion into a destination trail system. Expansive areas of flat, reclaimed ground provide excellent usability for development, agriculture, or recreational infrastructure. Portions of the land have been thoughtfully reclaimed with wildlife in mind, including wetland areas that enhance habitat and biodiversity. Located within Kentucky's Elk Zone, the property presents outstanding hunting and wildlife opportunities, further increasing its recreational appeal. From a development standpoint, this tract holds unique potential. Its proximity to Butcher Hollow and the Loretta Lynn Homeplace creates an opportunity to capitalize on tourism tied to country music history similar in concept to destinations like Pigeon Forge. Whether envisioned as a recreational retreat, hunting preserve, trail system expansion, or a themed destination property, the possibilities here are extensive. The property has been select-cut for timber periodically over the past 20 years, with the most recent harvest occurring approximately three years ago. Utilities, including electric and water, are available in sections of the property, and sellers believe sewer access may be present; however, all utilities should be independently verified. The property is not fully surveyed and is being sold as-is, where-is, with all inspections welcomed. Mineral rights do not convey. Buyer and buyer's agent to verify all aspects of the property. With its combination of scale, history, accessibility, and versatility, this is a truly rare offering in Eastern Kentucky with far-reaching potential. Location 37.76899, - 82.69533

Tax & Legal

Additional Parcels YN
Yes
Zoning
AR

Utilities

Electricity Available
Yes
Water Available
Yes

Lot Features

Cleared
Yes
Hilly
Yes
Level
Yes
Wooded
Yes

Current Use

Vacant
Yes

Possible Use

Agricultural
Yes
Cattle
Yes
Commercial
Yes
Horses
Yes
Industrial
Yes
Professional
Yes
Recreational
Yes
Resort
Yes

Showing Requirements

Call Listing Agent
Yes

Property Features

Utilities: Electricity Available; Water Available; Electricity Available; Water Available Current Use: Vacant Lot Features: Cleared; Hilly; Level; Wooded Possible Use: Agricultural; Cattle; Commercial; Horses; Industrial; Professional; Recreational; Resort Showing Requirements: Call Listing Agent
Listing Office: JB Land & Home Realty
Last Updated: May - 05 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.