Woodford County

Versailles, Kentucky, offers a welcoming community with just over 10,000 residents that enjoy a low cost of living, safe neighborhoods, quality healthcare providers and strong schools. In fact, some of Greater LEX’s best K-12 schools are located here, including Huntertown Elementary, Southside Elementary, and Simmons Elementary.

Versailles is known for its stunning landscapes and rich heritage, with iconic horse farms framed by dry-stacked limestone fences. Enjoy a farm-to-table dining experience at The Kentucky Castle or tour Woodford Reserve — a National Historic Landmark since 1812 — to see bourbon aging at its finest. Culture here thrives year-round, with a calendar’s-worth of theatrical productions at Woodford Theatre and lively community events at Versailles Downtown Market & Entertainment District.

Connectivity is seamless in Versailles, with Lexington just a 20-minute, non-highway drive away. This allows residents to enjoy big-city conveniences without the congestion, while still benefiting from Versailles’ quiet, picturesque setting.

Whether you’re looking for a peaceful lifestyle, world-class horse country or a vibrant cultural scene, Versailles offers the perfect balance of elegance and small-town charm.

It’s not everyday you come across a small-town retreat as charming as Midway. With just 1,700 residents, the home-rule class city offers a lower cost of living than both the state and national average. With top-rated schools like Northside Elementary and Midway University — an accredited private Christian and historically women-only institution until 2016 — education thrives in Midway from K-12 to higher learning.

Located at the epicenter of the thoroughbred industry, Midway is home to renowned horse farms like Airdrie Stud, Three Chimneys and Lane’s End Farm. Nature lovers can explore Walter Bradley Park’s 28 acres of scenic trails or take in the beauty of Equus Run Vineyards’ 38-acre landscape.

Foodies will delight in some of the best restaurants in Central Kentucky, from the casual comfort of Goose & Gander to the upscale flavors of The Brown Barrel, serving fresh seafood and top-tier steaks. Meanwhile, historic downtown Midway offers a unique shopping scene —  including art studios, home décor boutiques and stylish consignment shops.

Just 20 minutes from Lexington, Midway blends historic appeal, world-class equine culture and modern amenities in a way that’s truly one-of-a-kind.