Introducing Ash Lea—an extraordinary offering of timeless heritage and refined living. Recognized on the National Register of Historic Places and steeped in Kentucky legacy, this stately five-bedroom estate rests gracefully on nearly three acres in Oldham County. Thought to have been constructed as early as 1824, the residence is a striking example of Folk Victorian architecture, impeccably preserved and masterfully updated for today's modern lifestyle. Spanning over 3,900 square feet across three finished levels, the home seamlessly blends historic charm with elegant upgrades. Grand fireplaces, original hardwoods, soaring ceilings, and intricate millwork speak to its rich architectural character, while a thoughtfully renovated kitchen with quartz surfaces and a gas range provides the perfect balance of form and function. With multiple living and entertaining spaces throughoutincluding three potential primary suitesthe floor plan offers exceptional flexibility without sacrificing luxury. Beyond the main residence, a charming 1,100-square-foot guest cottage sits tucked quietly among mature treesideal for extended family, a private office, or guest accommodations. Ash Lea's provenance is as significant as its beauty. Once home to George and Kate Miller, the estate is also intertwined with the family of statesman Henry Clay, and even served as a refuge for his grandchildren under the guardianship of Nanette Price Smithone of the first women in Kentucky granted independent property ownership, an achievement cemented by Chief Justice Thomas Marshall. Rarely does a property of such historical importance, architectural integrity, and enduring elegance come to market. Ash Lea is more than a homeit's a generational legacy.
For sale
$825,000
331 Central Ave, Pewee Valley, KY 40056
5beds
4,037sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
2.9 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$204/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Intricate millworkFolk victorian architectureOriginal hardwoodsNearly three acresRenovated kitchenStately five-bedroom estateGas range
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Listing updated: July 22, 2025 at 09:48am
Listed by:
Brandon R Jones 502-718-0044,
Lenihan Sotheby's International Realty,
Jon Mand 502-899-2129
Source: GLARMLS,MLS#: 1693164

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Full bathroom
- Level: First
Full bathroom
- Level: Second
Den
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Loft
- Level: Third
Heating
- MiniSplit/Ductless, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s), Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Cellar
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,037
- Total interior livable area: 4,037 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,037
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 5
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 2.9 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 25PV030113A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Pewee Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $204/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $330,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,593
- Date on market: 7/22/2025
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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