$399,000

499 River Rock Rd Stanton, KY 40380

Stanton Area

Estimated payment $2,669/month

Total Views 166
1 Bed
1 Bath
850 Sq Ft
$469 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • 20.9 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

TURNKEY RED RIVER GORGE SHORT-TERM RENTAL OPPORTUNITY! Moonlight Ridge offers the rare combination of an established, beautifully appointed rental cabin, 20.9 gorgeous hillside acres with scenic views, and a poured foundation with city water and electric hookup ready for your next build. Positioned in a high-demand Red River Gorge destination, this property offers immediate short-term rental potential with room to expand and increase future revenue potential. The existing studio-style cabin is thoughtfully designed for the getaway market, featuring modern-rustic finishes, large windows, wooded views, an open-concept living area, and a well-equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and island seating. The comfortable living space includes a leather sofa and smart TV, while the bedroom area features a queen bed. A modern full bathroom with a glass walk-in shower and an in-unit washer and dryer complete the interior. The outdoor amenities are a major rental draw, including a private hot tub, gas fire pit, covered rocking-chair porch, and grill area. Guests can enjoy coffee overlooking the hills, unwind in the hot tub beneath the stars, and experience the natural beauty of the Gorge right from the property. The 20.9-acre parcel provides privacy, scenic hillside views, and significant future potential. A poured foundation is already in place, along with city water and electric hookup, creating an excellent opportunity for an additional cabin or future structure, subject to applicable approvals and restrictions. Located approximately 9 miles from Nada Tunnel and 10 miles from Natural Bridge, the property is conveniently positioned near Red River Gorge hiking, climbing, scenic attractions, and outdoor recreation. Whether you're looking for an income-producing short-term rental, a personal mountain retreat, or a property with room to expand, Moonlight Ridge delivers immediate rental potential today and significant opportunity for tomorrow. With an established cabin, sought-after guest amenities, 20.9 acres of scenic land, and infrastructure ready for future development, this is a unique opportunity to own a piece of one of Kentucky's premier outdoor destinations.

Listing Agent

Jacqueline Townsend

Re/Max Creative Realty - Mountain Legacy Group License #265864 Listed on: 09/21/2026

Co-Listing Agent

Daniel Poe

Re/Max Creative Realty - Mountain Legacy Group License #289056

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2023

Lot Details

  • 20.9 Acre Lot

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Mountain
  • Rural

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Block Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 850 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Blinds
  • Living Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Stanton Elementary School
  • Powell Co Middle School
  • Powell Co High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Air Source Heat Pump
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Rural Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2023

Lot Details

20.9 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • Structure Type: Cabin
  • Year Built: 2023
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 850.0
  • Levels: One
  • Lot: View YN: Yes
  • Building: Accessibility Features YN: No
  • Lot: Water Body Access YN: No
  • AssociationCommunity: Association YN: No
  • Construction Materials:Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Cooling:Cooling: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Foundation Details:Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels:Levels: One
  • Other Structures:Other Structures: Other
  • Patio And Porch Details:Patio And Porch Details: Front Porch, Covered Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features:Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Sewer:Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Structure Type:Structure Type: Cabin
  • View:View: Rural, Trees/Woods, Mountain(s)
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace: No
  • LivingArea: 850.0
  • Lot Size Area: 20.9
  • Window Features: Window Treatments, Blinds
  • Interior: Basement YN: No
  • Interior: Fireplace YN: No
  • Room Types: Living Room Level: First
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Types: Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Types: Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Interior Features:Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Laundry Features:Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Washer Hookup
  • Window Features:Window Features: Window Treatments, Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • List Price: 399000.0
  • Other Structures: Other
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Rural, Trees/Woods, Mountain(s)
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Lot: Waterfront YN: No
  • Lot: Pool Private YN: No
  • Roof:Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street
  • Parking Information: Garage YN: No
  • Parking Information: Carport YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Washer Hookup
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Cooling YN: Yes
  • Utilities: Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source:Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Stanton
  • High School: Powell Co
  • Middle or Junior School: Powell Co

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 20.9
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 910404.0

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/21/2026 09/21/26 For Sale $399,000 -- $469 / Sq Ft
Source: ImagineMLS (Bluegrass REALTORS®)

Source: ImagineMLS (Bluegrass REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 26026087

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