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20 HOMESCAPES: Setting Your Holiday Table

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1 1 The elegant “Bull Hall” at Le Moo offers intimate private dining for groups of up to 14 people.

Offers an Elevated Steakhouse Experience in Louisville

By Kirsten E. Silven Photographs Courtesy of Le Moo

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oasting an opulent feel and impressive list of accolades that includes being named one of the top 50 brunch spots and top 25 steakhouses in America, as well as the best “boozy brunch” in Louisville, Le Moo operates with a unique split personality. The vibe transitions seamlessly from a light-hearted, vibrant atmosphere for brunch, with pop music and mimosas flowing, to a dimly-lit, classy steakhouse with fine-dining service that is never pretentious or stuffy, serving up some of the highest-quality steaks in the region.

“Expect to be treated like family when you dine at Le Moo,” shared General Manager Marty Hayse. “From a warm welcome at the door, to our attentive tableside service to a fond farewell, we pride ourselves on focusing on every guest, every time.”

Le Moo opened for business in September of 2015, after owner Kevin Grangier developed the concept as a high-quality steakhouse with a French twist that is expressed in both the interior design and certain aspects of the menu.

“The ambiance is Rose the Riveter meets Sam the Butcher, with intricate attention to detail throughout the restaurant,” added Hayse. “Only the finest cuts of beef make the menu and our culinary team is second to none.”

At Le Moo, the Japanese wagyu definitely catches the attention of virtually every guest who walks through the door, but there are also many other fine offerings available on the delectable menu. The restaurant boasts 14 cuts of steak, with multiple options for dry-aged steaks to sample, and the filet flight is a unique option for guests who would like to taste the difference between choice, prime and wagyu cuts of meat, served side by side. That being said, Le Moo might also be the only place in town that you can also try a wagyu beef hot dog in the ever-popular pigs in a blanket!

The restaurant also offers a birthday promotion that is a huge hit. Simply visit for dinner with a total of four guests and enjoy a discount equaling your age in dollars off the price of any entrée. With the holidays fast approaching, Le Moo has space available to host private parties of up to 120 people, and the restaurant also has more than 300 wines to choose from, with all bottles offered at 50 percent off every Wednesday.

Le Moo is open for brunch and dinner seven days a week, serving brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner from 5-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and from 5-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Visit www.lemoorestaurant.com or call 502-458-8888 for reservations.

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Chocolate Brioche Bread Pudding

Best served with vanilla bean ice cream & warm caramel sauce Yield: One Half Hotel Pan (9 hefty servings)

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Ingredients: • 1 loaf brioche bread • 6c half & half • 1.5c granulated sugar • 2t vanilla extract • ½t kosher salt • 1.25# dark chocolate (shaved or in small pieces) • 12 whole eggs

Procedure: 1. Cut brioche bread into 1” x 1” pieces. Allow to sit on tray in open air to dry out.

2. Pre-heat oven to 350°.

3. Combine half & half, sugar, vanilla extract and kosher salt in a sauce pot. Bring to a boil.

4. Once mixture comes to a boil, remove the sauce pan from the heat source. Add dark chocolate. Whisk until chocolate is melted and mixture is combined. Allow mixture to cool slightly.

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5. Crack eggs into a large mixing bowl and whisk thoroughly.

6. Using a ladle, slowly temper chocolate mixture into eggs while continuously whisking. (TIP make sure mixture isn’t piping hot.)

7. Once eggs and chocolate mixture are thorougly combined, fold the dried brioche bread into the mixing bowl. Allow to soak for 30-45 minutes.

8. Spray a half hotel pan (bottom and sides) with cooking spray.

4 2 The main dining room at Le Moo in Louisville has a distinctive steakhouse vibe, featuring opulent touches that include plush chairs, rich tones of blue and brown, mood lighting and a wide variety of textures.

3 Parmesan-crusted bone marrow with veal glace, served with parsley-shallot-caper salad and crostini.

9. Cover pan with aluminum foil (TIP spray the underside of the foil with cooking oil to prevent pudding from sticking to foil).

10. Bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.

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4 The 18-ounce tenderloin flight is an ideal dish for the entire table to sample and as an individual entrée. It includes one six-ounce choice, one six-ounce prime and one six-ounce wagyu steak with the choice of one side item.

5 Chocolate brioche bread pudding, served with bourbon caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream.

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1 Looking toward the Ohio River and Carrie Gaulbert-Cox Park from the rear lawn of Malvern House, the property boasts panoramic views that stretch all the way to downtown Louisville.

2 The grand entrance to Malvern House welcomes visitors to one of Louisville’s most iconic historic homes.

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By Kirsten E. Silven Photography by Walt Roycraft

ituated high atop a bluff in East Louisville with sweeping views of the Ohio River and Carrie Gaulbert Cox Park, historic Malvern House boasts 14 acres of magnificent grounds originally laid out by the Olmsted Brothers after World War I. Today, the estate is home to esteemed interior designer Lee W. Robinson and his wife Babs Rodes Robinson, who can trace her family’s history in the home back six generations.

Cox was the son of Attilla Cox, Sr., the founder of Columbia Fidelity Bank, now PNC, who became acquainted with both Codman and the Olmsted Brothers through his business partnership with J.P. Morgan on railroads. Codman also designed The Breakers for the Vanderbilt family, as well as Kykuit, which was John D. Rockefeller’s home in Pocantico Hills, New York.

In fact, Malvern is the only home Codman ever designed that was not located somewhere on the east coast.

The story begins with her great-great-grandparents George and Hattie Gaulbert, a Louisville couple who acquired the property in the 1890s. George was the founder of the Peaslee-Gaulbert Corporation, which invented ready-mix paint; an important advancement that gave people the freedom to paint their own homes. Originally, the property stretched all the way from Brownsboro Road to the Ohio River, but since then some of the land has been repurposed to make way for I-71 and the park.

Although the home did change hands briefly, the Robinsons entered the picture in 2007, when Lee and Babs purchased the home and began extensive renovations of both the house and grounds, which were by then quite neglected. As a master of timeless, elegant interior design and founder of the Lee W. Robinson Company, Lee spent years working to bring the estate back to its former glory, hunting down many pieces of furniture and other items that had once belonged to the family.

Although George and Hattie never built a home on the property, their only child Carrie Gaulbert Cox and her husband, Louisville businessman Attilla Cox, Jr., built Malvern House with the help of famed New York architect Ogden Codman, Jr., who also co-wrote The Decoration of Houses with Edith Wharton. The couple then hired the Olmsted Brothers firm to handle the landscape design, which boasts formal parterres and a colossal filigreed wrought-iron gate, as well as gentle green slopes, a reflecting pool and stunning river views. Construction was completed in 1922 and Malvern House remained in the family until 1992, when it was sold outside the family for the first time.

With the original Olmsted blueprints in hand, they assembled a team from around the country and began a complete restoration of the home’s expansive grounds in 2011.

Incredible bones were discovered underneath the unkempt veneer in the process, including long-hidden brick walkways in a characteristic herringbone pattern, and a magnificent well-head that dates back to 1614.

“Everything was so overgrown, but after things were cut back the skeleton of the Olmsted plan emerged and the garden began to take shape,” Lee revealed. “The bricks needed re-alignment, but otherwise were in excellent condition.”

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1 As a whole, the gardens have a magnificent feel that perfectly complements the expansive setting, featuring a variety of different outdoor “rooms” just waiting to be explored.

“The pathways will take you through the garden and eventually lead back to where you started, encouraging visitors to journey through the grounds and take in the incredible views,” Lee shared. “This is just one hallmark of Olmsted design exhibited at Malvern.”

Above all else, the restoration has ensured that Malvern House will survive to be enjoyed by countless new generations of the estate’s founding family. Today, the grounds have evolved into a shady bluff high above the Ohio, featuring mature trees and plantings that continue to highlight the relevance and brilliance of the architects’ original vision, which—in true Olmsted fashion—works to enhance and embrace the natural vistas and terrain to astounding effect.

Situated just beyond the iron gates, the path begins at a captivating reflecting pool near a rose-covered pergola, then leads through massive hedges that create an enchanting grand allée. From here, there are various other pathways and avenues that eventually lead to a woodland garden. At every turn, the Olmsteds’ genius is apparent in the beautifully sculpted land, which appears to undulate with a distinctive park-like setting.

All told, the restoration took the better part of a year to complete and no stone was left unturned in the process.

From updating the plantings to repairing the walkways and regenerating the turf, the Robinsons stayed close to the original blueprints, selecting disease-resistant plantings that would thrive among the mature trees. This included approximately 650 boxwoods, along with bluebells, sage, valerian and azaleas. Four 1,500-square-foot knot gardens edged in boxwoods were also installed and filled with plantings to re-establish an essential formal element in the garden, while the collection of parterres also features 19th century statuary that depicts the Four Seasons.

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3 his massive wrought-iron filigreed gate was handcrafted in Europe and selected by the Olmsted Brothers, who handled the property’s original landscape design. The gate is flanked here by several of the estate’s enormous Beech trees and other specimen varieties, leading to a pristine reflecting pool beyond. This view also features two ivy topiary swans that once belonged to Laurice Samuels, wife of Taylor Williams Samuels, founder of the historic Maker’s Mark Distillery near Loretto.

4 This view showcases two of the garden’s formal boxwood parterres, each adorned with a whimsical sculpture depicting one of the Four Seasons. The pergola was rebuilt during the garden restoration and is one of two that can be found on the property. Other plantings visible here include dogwoods, spirea, holly trees and gardenias.

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5 A charming gazebo dating back to 1919 sits before the reflecting pool, which still boasts the original limestone coping. This idyllic space has been the backdrop for several family weddings and also features a wrought iron chair that is one of a series previously owned by Oleg Cassini, who served as Jackie O’s designer. Dogwoods and white azaleas work to create a magical atmosphere each spring as the Derby approaches, while comfortable seating with durable yet posh outdoor fabrics beg visitors to stop and sit for a spell.

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6 Situated just behind one of the garden’s two pergolas along a shaded path, this incredible historic well-head hails from Spain and is carved from solid marble, dating back to 1614.

GARDEN CREDITS Landscape Design The Olmstead Brothers

7 One of four statues depicting the Four Seasons is nestled here among the boxwoods, lending a sense of fantasy to the formal garden spaces.

8 Mature trees, viburnum and beautifully-sculpted boxwoods create a lush, green framework for this alluring brick pathway, which boasts several seating areas and leads to a fountain adorned with a decorative lead planter that is situated between two of the garden’s formal parterres.

9 A study in elegance and sophistication, the rear patio of Malvern House features an expansive limestone terrace and four gardenia trees, along with a heated swimming pool that is complete with four lion head fountains topped by a historic armillary sphere from England that dates back to the late 1700’s.

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1 Spectacular holiday table design focuses on the dishes and builds from there. Whether it’s the color, theme, or both, the china should be the starting point.

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2 Adding natural elements—flowers, grasses, etc.—to a holiday table brings life to the design.

3 The height of centerpiece items, and using quality items rather than too many, make for a perfect table design.

Setting a Beautiful

Holiday Table Following a few simple guidelines can lead to a picture-perfect holiday spread

By Robin Roenker Photos Courtesy of Dolfinger’s of Louisville

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ith a little pre-planning and creativity, you can make your table setting a memorable—and fun—part of your holiday festivities. Sue Ann Truitt, an interior designer with L.V. Harkness in Lexington, and Anne Luvisi, store manager at Dolfinger’s in Louisville, share how.

The design starts with your dishes “I always decide what china I’m going to use and then everything flows from there,” says Luvisi. “Then, if I’m using dishes with a pattern, I’ll pull out a color from the design to use in the linens and the centerpiece flowers or candles.”

Use chargers for a burst of holiday color A fun and often inexpensive way to make even classic, all-season white-and-gold china look holiday festive is to add a red or green charger—sometimes called a buffet plate—to form the foundation of your place setting. “I like to use a charger because I think it just sets the picture like a frame does for a print,” says Truitt.

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Add a touch of nature to the table Creating a centerpiece that has some natural elements woven within it—whether flowers, grasses, fruit, or moss—makes all the difference in making a table come alive, says Truitt. “Without something that’s been alive, the table feels very sterile,” she says.

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Be mindful of your centerpiece height When creating your centerpiece, it’s important to keep sightlines and conversation flow in mind. You don’t want to create visual barriers that block people from interacting with other guests. “You want the centerpiece to be low enough that you can see over and still visit with people on the other side of the table,” Truitt advises.

Get creative with napkin rings You can go formal with your napkin rings, opting for antique sterling silver or intricate holiday-themed designs, for example. Or, you can opt for playful and fun, using a simple piece of holiday ribbon. “It’s easy to wrap your napkins with a bow,” Truitt says. “And ribbon is available everywhere, so it’s easy to find the colors you need.”

Have fun with place cards Truitt once used themed Christmas ornaments as seating assignment markers—guests had fun guessing which one was theirs—and then gave them away as dinner favors at the end of the meal. For a more traditional option, you can use handwritten tags. But either way, Truitt feels assigning seats helps cut down on potential dinner chaos.

Candles add a magical touch Adding clusters of votive candles on either side of your main table centerpiece can help add a festive touch to the entire table. Luvisi is enjoying new basket-shaped votive candle holders available at Dolfinger’s this year that allow you to add greenery or other accents for a creative holiday look.

Truitt loves to add candles near her centerpieces, in which she often incorporates fresh fruit that has been given an extra shine using a touch of wax or Crisco. “The candle flicker will reflect the shine and make a beautiful glimmer,” Truitt says.

Set out only what you’ll need Don’t feel that you’re required to set out every piece of your china just because you have it. “I don’t typically set out my coffee cup and saucer,” Luvisi says.

“I haven’t served coffee in years because, honestly, most people are still enjoying their wine after the meal.

I just set out a dinner plate, a salad plate, and a dessert plate—the things you know you’re going to use.” For the items you do set out, remember the standard rule of working from the outside in—so salad fork goes to the left of the regular fork on the left of the plate, and soup spoon should rest to the right of the knife on the right of the plate, and so on.

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Opulent Wine Room &

Cellar Design

By Kirsten E. Silven

1 An expansive custom wine cellar surrounds this immense tasting room, featuring luxurious wood and marble flooring, a built-in music system, decorative ceiling medallion and LED lighting. Photo courtesy of Focus Wine Cellars.

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2 This penthouse wine wall is a new take on the traditional wine cellar, featuring golden-hued backlighting and silvery grey custom woodworking.

With floor-to-ceiling storage, it is positioned just off the kitchen and dining room, giving easy access to the wine collection. Photo courtesy of Jessica Lange Interiors.

3 Clean lines and metal racking work with soft neutral tones of grey and natural wood to give a sleek, modern feel to this exceptional wine room, which also boasts a grounding border of smooth pebbles that lends an organic feel to the space. A mini refrigerator is hidden within the custom cabinetry, making it easy to serve up tasty treats with favorite wines.

Photo courtesy of Focus Wine Cellars.

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oday’s fine wine lovers have more options at their fingertips than ever before when it comes to deciding how to best display their prized collections of vino. From traditional wine cellars situated in the home’s lower level, to luxurious wine rooms and breathtaking wall displays, ornate wine storage rooms have become a luxury must-have for many collectors and enthusiasts.

“A wine connoisseur should consider having a wine cellar to ultimately enhance the flavor profile of the wines they collect,” shared John H. Johnson, owner and Sommelier at The Wine Rack in Louisville. “If cellared properly, holding back many wines for just a couple of years can greatly enhance the aromas, flavors, texture and overall experience.”

There’s no doubt that adding a wine room or cellar infuses sophistication into any home’s interior design, and although these areas definitely serve a specific purpose, they have also become increasingly artistic in nature. Sleek glass entry walls are a popular look in wine cellars right now, along with using a wide variety of different materials for the racking, including metal, glass, acrylic, aluminum and stainless-steel cable.

“We are seeing the use of many natural products in wine cellar design, including stone and reclaimed wood,” revealed Chris Peoples, President of Padgett Construction. “Iron entries are also very popular.”

It’s advisable to display bottles horizontally, so the labels can easily be read, instead of the front-to-back storage that was, at one time, the way most wine storage was designed.

Other current structural trends include the use of brick on floors and ceilings, as well as herringbone wood ceilings and custom spaces for wooden cases, large-format bottles, wine glasses and other accessories.

“It’s important to consider the number of bottles you would like to own and how they will be displayed, as well as whether or not you would like to have a tasting area,” shared Peoples.

“Be sure to select the right cooling system and make certain it’s the proper size for the space.”

3 Most wine enthusiasts enjoy sampling wine at various stages of its evolution, and having a wine room or cellar in the home gives direct access to a place where the wine is stored and aged, making it easy to follow its development process.

A home cellar also affords the opportunity to enjoy bottles if and when you choose, and to easily compare vintages from your collection.

As for how to select wines to stock a wine cellar, Johnson advises starting with what you like, then expanding from there to include a greater variety of quality wines. As you purchase, consider how the wines will age and be sure to include varieties that guests will enjoy. Also, think about your experience level and how many regions of the world you have been exposed to, as well as the types of food you prefer, so you can select wines that will satisfy a variety of different needs.

Johnson says most wines are not actually intended to age long term - say, for 10 years or more, but a large percentage of red wines (and many whites) can benefit substantially from 2-5 years of aging in a cool, dark environment.

“As a wine ages, tannins soften and fruit notes eventually fade, but other, more tertiary flavors increase,” shared Johnson. “The key is knowing the ideal ‘drinking window’ to best enjoy the wine, which occurs when the primary fruit qualities are still high, and the more secondary, nuanced notes have also come into play.”

In recent years, there’s little doubt that the old notion of a charming, yet dim and ultimately cave-like wine cellar has given way to include various types of elegant, functional entertainment areas. Modern wine rooms are seamlessly incorporated into various parts of the home, and today’s more traditional cellars are crafted to feel warm and inviting, offering plenty of breathing room for gatherings with friends and intimate dinner parties.

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5 4 Ample storage and display space, with an oversized tasting table and a duo of custom chandeliers add just a touch of glamour to this traditional wine room. Design and installation by Neal’s Design Remodel.

5 This traditional wine cellar glows with warmth, featuring impressive natural stone on the floor, walls and barrel-vaulted ceiling, along with mahogany cabinetry and a decorative inlaid stone tasting table.

Photo courtesy of Scottsdale Wine Cellars.

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7 6 Floor-to ceiling storage creates ample room for the very best wines from around the world in this collector’s cellar, which also boasts custom woodworking, granite countertops and a decorative hammered-tin ceiling that lends a remarkable elegant feel to the space.

Photo courtesy of Focus Wine Cellars.

7 In a perfect blend of modern and rustic touches, this inviting wine cellar has a brick barrel vault ceiling, travertine tile flooring and a glass entryway that lends a streamlined effect, with carefully-placed lighting to illuminate the custom touches and best vintages. Photo courtesy of Scottsdale Wine Cellars.

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8 Rustic meets eclectic in this stunning wine cellar, which boasts specialty touches at every turn, including a decorative hammered-tin ceiling, faux paint on the walls that provides a distinctive aged appearance, reclaimed wood racking and soft blue lighting on custom chandeliers that lends a cool, sophisticated air to the home’s lower level.

Photo courtesy of Scottsdale Wine Cellars.

9 A tasting table and rustic brick on the walls, floor and ceiling lends a custom feel to this exquisite wine cellar, which also features several rotating, circular displays designed to make favorite vintages easily accessible. Photo by Karl Neumann Photography.

Home designed and built

by Zoske Construction.

10 Custom crafted using reclaimed white oak to create a rustic feel, this elegant wine cellar also boasts inlaid brick flooring in a decorative herringbone pattern, with a custom chandelier and wall sconces designed to resemble the candles that once illuminated the wine cellars of yesteryear.

Photo by Woodruff-Brown Architectural Photography.

Design by Charles Hilton Architects.

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estled in the historic district of Hopkinsville, Ky., Jennifer Lea Bowman works from her Victorian home studio to create abstract mixed medium paintings that have been exhibited throughout the southeast and included in the collections of celebrities such as Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus. Bowman, a Christian County native, moved to Nashville, Tenn. after college and began creating non-representational abstract works while working at Bennett Galleries in Green Hills.

“Anton Weiss is the reason I wanted to tackle the challenge of creating abstract art,” Bowman says of her friend and mentor. “His work was incredible to look at from a distance,” she recalled, going on to explain how the mystique of his techniques lured her in to examine his work upclose. “I want people to wonder the same with my art,” she said. “I want people to wonder, ‘How did that happen?’”

The first step begins with molding paste. “It has the consistency of peanut butter,” Bowman described with a laugh.

She applies the paste to canvas with a pallet knife for texture. The addition of coffee grounds, which get liquified by the paste, gives her work deep umber tones. Mixed with glaze, the coffee grounds take a day or two to dry, allowing Bowman to work on a few pieces at a time, rotating each at different points in her creative process. “I’m an impatient painter,” she explained, “And I don’t want to wait for oils to dry between layers, even though they blend nicer than acrylic.” Bowman’s solution to the difficulty of blending straight acrylic on large pieces of work is to mix the paint with a glaze. Translucency is also achieved with layers of this mixture before she seals the final piece with varnish.

Self-taught, Bowman said her non-objective art is affected by emotions. She explained that instead of seeing a vase, or the John Deere tractors she used to paint for her father, what people see in her art is a reflection of their individual stories.

Bowman has been told her art brings people to a place of water, or even of war. “I can see where they’re coming from,” she said. “But it’s not blatant on my part. What a person sees or feels can only be known by that person because it comes from their own experiences.”. The perspectives each person brings to the interpretation of the artwork is why Bowman likes to work with abstracts. “I am a vessel, and my role is to put the materials down,” said Bowman. “How it speaks to others is for each person to say.”

The recent death of her friend and mentor has Bowman reevaluating her responsibility as an artist. Thinking back on Weiss’ kindness and guidance, she recalled conversations when he shared his knowledge and experiences. “I soaked it all up,” she recalled, adding that it is now her turn to participate in the art community by offering her own insights. “You can’t be selfish with the energy that artwork holds,” she said.

By recognizing the rippling impact Weiss had as an abstract expressionist painter, Bowman has realized, “If our work continues to exist, and our encouraging words received and implemented, our energy will remain ever present.”

Readers can find Jennifer Bowman’s art online at jenniferbowmanart.com as well as on Facebook @jenniferbowmanart and Instagram @jennbowmanart.

Her current show, Organic Abstract, is on display through January 13, 2020 at Customs House Museum in Clarksville, Tenn.

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1 Cornelius “C.E.” Hubbuch designed this home for his family in 1933. At the time, it was the second house on the street and surrounded by farmland in what is now known as the Highlands neighborhood in Louisville, Ky.

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Home for the Holidays Since 1933

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2 Originally a hallway leading to the home’s bedrooms, they closed off the cased opening and added lighted glass shelves to the living room.

3 Linda Hubbuch’s father installed glass shelves for the living room where she and her husband now exhibit silver pieces year-round and include seasonal pieces like this metal Santa Claus for the holidays. The area also included original artwork from the Julius Friedman Gallery.

4 Looking from the dining room toward the front of the house, the Hubbuch’s living room has a mix of styles.

The Barcelona table, another creation by Ludwig Mies van der Roh for the German Pavilion at the 1929 Barcelona Expositions, is flanked by a traditional stone fireplace original to the home and a contemporary sofa.

“We light the 20 votive candles in the chandelier Glenn designed,” said Linda Hubbuch. “Together with the lights on the tree, it’s very atmospheric on Christmas Eve.”

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n 1933, Cornelius “C.E.” Hubbuch built two legacies to his family’s name. The first legacy was transforming his grandfather’s wall and floor covering store into Hubbuch & Co., specializing in retail interior design. The second legacy was designing an Old English Tudor-style home in the Highlands neighborhood of Louisville, Ky. where he raised five children with his wife Mary Louise. This family home, remodeled every few years to display the latest trends in home décor, served as a showcase for the family business.

The youngest of those children, Glenn Hubbuch, an architect and interior designer, has lived in that same home with his wife, Linda Hubbuch, an interior designer, for 48 years.

In that time, Glenn and Linda Hubbuch have also raised a family of three and continued to expand the services and reputation of Hubbuch & Co., adding architectural division in 1974.

Although Glenn Hubbuch grew up in the family business, “Unloading trucks through high school,” he noted, Linda Hubbuch was in college when she had her first day of work with her future family business. “Glenn and I both went to the University of Cincinnati and while he went off to Chicago for his co-op, I went to Louisville to work at Hubbuch & Co.,” she recalled. After graduation, Linda Hubbuch worked freelance while Glenn Hubbuch finished a degree in architecture at the University of Kentucky. The couple then moved to Louisville in 1971.

By the time his parents were thinking of downsizing, Glenn and Linda Hubbuch were in the market for a home to raise their own family. After moving back to his childhood home, Glenn Hubbuch had a few changes in mind. “Glenn had a specific memory of a stone fireplace and vaulted ceiling in the living room,” Linda Hubbuch said. “Within months of moving in, Glenn and my dad, Walt Gahm, tore everything out and revealed perfect walnut beams that needed nothing more than to be dusted.” Linda Hubbuch’s future renovations took longer to complete. “The kitchen had 1960s G.E. metal cabinets and the original appliances,” she said. “Glenn was correct in saying that the retro style was back in vogue, so I had to work on him for almost ten years before he finally agreed to update the kitchen four years ago!”

Thinking back to Christmas as a child, Glenn Hubbuch reminisced about the elaborate model train villages his father and uncle made in the basement. The village houses and commercial buildings were made of cardboard with translucent windows, he recalled. Built on a single piece of plywood, each building had a Christmas light wired underneath the wood. Using dark green window shades for mountains, the men used ice cream salt and glue to make snow. “The realism was unbelievable,” said Glenn Hubbuch. “Fascinated, I’d spend hours watching it. Those scale models may have inspired me to become an architect.”

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5 Glenn Hubbuch’s contemporary painting hangs in the dining room. A traditional chandelier hangs above the contemporary wood dining table with parallel strips of walnut, rose wood and butternut. The classic chairs were designed by renowned architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Dansk Fluted Flamestone dinnerware and Wallce Grand Baroque silver adorn the table year-round.

6 While visiting her son and daughter-in-law in Chicago, Linda Hubbuch admired the minimalist Christmas tree and ornaments at Crate & Barrel and was pleasantly surprised to receive it as a gift. This piece is now paired with an antique baroque mirror that belonged to Glenn Hubbuch’s parents and a tea set designed by Michael Graves, one of the most celebrated architects and designers of the 20th century.

7 From the kitchen loking to the backyard, Linda Hubbuch concentrates a number of Christmas decorations among live plants, including a metal Santa that on a classic bench from the 1940s.

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7 Sharing a German heritage allowed Linda and Glenn Hubbuch to easily continue, blend and create holiday traditions.

Growing up in Dayton, Ohio, Linda Hubbuch recalled the importance of baking for her family, something she continues with her grandchildren. “We make up to 500 cookies for family and friends,” she said. German anise cookies and butter cookies with butter icing are two favorites, even for her teenage grandsons. “It amazes me that the teenage grandchildren are still into the decorating,” she said. “That is how I remember my grandmother and mom.”

Thanksgiving weekend, the Hubbuch’s strike up the Christmas music and begin decorating. “You’ve got to play Mannheim Steamroller,” said Linda Hubbuch. It takes a day to set up the 11-foot artificial tree. “We could never get a live tree the right height and scale because it needs to be narrow on the bottom,” she said. “We get hand-cut spruce to fill the house with the smell of pine.” That first day is spent adjusting the branches and arranging thousands of white lights so that no wires show. With the branches and lights in place, Glenn and Linda Hubbuch begin hanging the ornaments.

Having studied design together, having been married 51 years and sharing eclectic tastes, it is easy to understand why Glenn Hubbuch sits in the living room each night from Thanksgiving until New Year’s admiring the family Christmas tree. “There is a great deal of design sense in that tree,” said Linda Hubbuch.

The same is true of accessorizing for everyday and seasonal design. “Initiate a sense of color, balance and placement.”

The Hubbuch’s choose to incorporate holiday decorations into their home. The dining room table, a mid-century collector’s item, serves the perfect example of this philosophy.

While candles and marble bases stay year-round, ribbons and ornaments are added for a festive Christmas touch.

The Hubbuch’s host over 50 family members and friends for Christmas Eve for dinner. Among the guests are all of Glenn Hubbuch’s siblings; Marilyn, Dee Dee, Bud and John who return to the home where they spent the holidays as children. After all these years, Christmas remains the Hubbuch’s favorite day of the year.

“We got our children ornaments every year they were growing up; and I always said I’d give them their ornaments when they got married,” Linda Hubbuch said slyly. “But I didn’t.”

Once the tree is decorated, she takes a photograph. “We always think this year is the best the tree has ever looked and we want the photo so we can recreate it again the next year.” Thinking over the decades of tree decorating, Linda Hubbuch added, “But we don’t.”

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8 8 The image of Muhammad Ali was found rolled up in a closet. Linda Hubbuch mounted and it now rests in the basement where Glenn Hubbuch spends time watching sports. Ali, then known as Cassius Clay and already well-known throughout Louisville, was on the Central High School track when Glenn Hubbuch was a Freshman on the St. Xavier track team. Laughing at the memory, Glenn Hubbuch recalled, “He ran the mile and I was high jumper, but I remember stretching before my event when a kid asked if I knew who Cassius Clay was, then the kid said, ‘Don’t mess with him, he’s tough with his dukes!’”

9 After marrying, Glenn and Linda Hubbuch moved into the 2,300 square foot Old English Tudor home where he grew up with five siblings in Louisville, Ky.

HOUSE CREDITS Hubbuch & Co.

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1 Just the right amount of dreamy white Christmas

lights lend a festive feel to this custom home’s front elevation during the holiday season. Substantial limestone skirting embraces the entire base of the home, while a massive front entrance lends a welcoming, open feel both inside and out.

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2 The great room features soaring ceilings and a light, neutral color palette, creating the ideal space for family and friends to gather for a celebration.

A wall of windows opens to the outdoor living space and offers stunning golf course views.

Tasteful touches curated by Dwayne Anderson of House bring the Christmas season to life, including cheerful garland on the limestone mantel and second-floor balcony, a variety of whimsical accessories and a tree adorned with touches of blue-green, gold and white.

3 Positioned near the foyer and great room during the holidays, this Christmas tree is the first thing you see upon entering the home.

A decorative gift box serves as a unique stand for the tree and replaces the typical tree skirt, while its soft color palette features calming shades of blue-green, gold and white.

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ituated in Ashford Oaks near the Hamburg area of Lexington, this custom home by Justice Builders is a dream come true for the homeowners, who worked with a trusted team of experienced professionals to bring their vision to life. After living in a home that was sorely lacking in natural light, they were looking to create a light, bright, cheerful space that would provide a perfect backdrop for their close-knit family of four to thrive.

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“My clients and I worked on the overall design of the house from before groundbreaking, tweaking floor plans and rearranging spaces to work better for their specific needs throughout,” shared Barrett Hudkins, an interior designer with Arhaus Furniture in the Summit at Fritz Farm. “We created functional areas where they 3 could each have their own individual time, as well as gathering places for them to all be together. The homeowners are fantastic parents and keep such an organized house, so we made sure that every little thing had its place and purpose. We wanted to create a kid-friendly, livable space that is beautiful and bright.”

From enlarging the windows, to determining how the home is sighted and its exact placement on the lot, every aspect was carefully considered to ensure that the finished residence will serve the family well as a much-loved home base for many years to come.

“We also added a coffered ceiling in the great room and kitchen, as well as clerestory windows to allow even more light to flood the interiors,” shared Hudkins.

Once the architectural details were settled, she got to work designing interior spaces that would delight the homeowners, creating a cheerful ambiance with a neutral color palette accented with soothing blue-greens to introduce a spa-like feel.

Almost all of the furniture and rugs are from Arhaus, including several incredible hand-painted pieces that were made-toorder, while the home’s striking custom cabinetry was crafted by Chris Russell of Cucina Kitchen & Bath.

“Collaborating with Chris Russell from Cucina Kitchen & Bath was a great experience,” Hudkins said. “He is so detail oriented and custom-driven that we dreamed up some really unique details in this home!”

The kitchen island boasts ample storage and custom cabinets that are designed to hide all appliances as well as a coffee bar, while the pantry is tucked away just to the right of the gas range, connecting the kitchen to the laundry room and the home’s side entrance. White oak wood floors extend throughout most of the home’s interior spaces and are finished with an espresso stain, while the second floor also boasts a TV room for the children to enjoy that is complete with a sofa, armoire and a wide variety of different games.

“We worked with Barrett to design a special place for each of us in the home,” shared the homeowner. “Our son is an avid golfer, so he has a large indoor putting turf and golf simulator in the lower level, while our daughter enjoys a larger closet and bath, as well as a stage in her room where she can sing and dance with friends.”

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4 There is also an office for mom near the “drop zone” by the garage, where the kids put their backpacks, shoes and other items, and a more formal custom home office for dad, who works from home. The master suite is also a true sanctuary, with oversized custom closets designed to have a place for everything, and a tranquil master bath that features striking mosaic tile in the double shower and custom cabinetry with Calacatta Classique quartz countertops.

Once the family was settled, Dwayne Anderson of House

by JSD Designs was brought in to help accessorize and also set the mood during the holidays. He created a magical atmosphere that is both understated and elegant, with just the right amount of merriment and style that never feels overdone. Special touches include garland in the great room along the second-floor balcony handrail and the limestone mantel, as well as a custom tree stand that is disguised as an oversized gift box to replace a typical tree skirt.

4 A coffered ceiling and custom cabinetry that hides appliances from view lends a bespoke feel to the home’s kitchen and dining room, which opens to the great room and also affords spectacular vistas of the golf course.

Other details include brushed gold hardware and a smoky grey glazed subway tile backsplash, along with painted blue cabinets on both sides of the cooktop that feature wire panels, creating a distressed antique look.

The pantry door is tucked away just to the right of the stove, while a custom, made-to-order sideboard from the Bell’Arte collection by Arhaus was hand painted in Italy and is signed by the artist.

“At Christmas, the kitchen and great room are where everything happens,” shared the homeowner. “So many of our happiest holiday memories have been made in the kitchen!”

No matter what time of year it may be, this delightful dwelling exudes grace and charm, offering ample room to grow and mature in one of Lexington’s most desirable neighborhoods.

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6 5 Creativity abounds in this fanciful room, which was carefully designed to let a young girl’s imagination run free. Featuring a stage that is complete with a microphone, a desk, oversized seating area and colossal closet, the room is finished in shades of soft lilac and silvery platinum grey, and can easily evolve as its occupant grows into a young adult.

6 Designed to perfectly suit the tastes of a sophisticated young man who is also an avid golfer, this cozy bedroom has a distinctive masculine feel, with a relaxation area near the window and a desk (not pictured).

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8 7 The first-floor master is a quiet sanctuary where the homeowners can rest and re-charge, with a custom bed from Arhaus and a soothing color palette that is equal parts masculine and feminine. The silk duvet and silk taffeta draperies lend a refined feel to the room, while decorative ceiling moldings, a brass chandelier and ample cozy seating complete the space.

8 A study in classic elegance, the master bath boasts custom cabinetry with curved fronts on the his-and-her vanities, which feature Calacatta Classique quartz countertops and drawers that are designed to cradle accessories and permit the homeowner to leave appliances plugged in for ease of use. The flooring is porcelain with a marble look and feel, while the double shower features a stunning mosaic tile wall mural (not pictured).

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9 Situated just outside the great room, the home’s outdoor living space has a warm, inviting feel and is a favorite place for the family to gather during spring, summer and fall. Sporting incredible golf course views, Quartzite tile flooring, a large flat-screen TV, a gas fireplace and plenty of comfortable seating, this view also showcases the tumbled brick and the incredible hand-cut custom limestone surrounds that grace all of the home’s exterior doors and windows.

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HOUSE CREDITS

Builder Justice Builders

Fabric & Rug Protection FiberSeal

Design Management Barrett Hudkins

Countertops Quality Stone Countertops

Cabinets & Closets Chris Russell, Cucina Kitchen & Bath

Appliances & Fixtures Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery

Closets Closet Factory

Cabinet & Closet Hardware Willis Klein

Home Accessories & Christmas Décor Dwayne Anderson, House by JSD Designs

Indoor Putting Turf Michael Snowden

Furniture, Artwork & Rugs Arhaus

Commissioned Artwork Stephanie Hilen

Architect Brad Milburn

Garage Organization Premier Garage

Draperies & Bedding DH Designs

Landscape Design & Maintenance Rob King of Millennium Landscaping

Custom Installation Michelle Dunlap, Jennifer Morgan, Geoff Magsam Carpet Carpet One

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Landscape & Christmas Lighting Outdoor Lighting Perspectives

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1 The stately exterior of the Allen House is holiday ready thanks to festive window wreaths and solar-powered candles installed by the Corman Marketplace. “The candles sense to come on when it’s dark, and then re-energize throughout the day,” Goidel said. “It’s very handy—no need to go throughout the house turning them on and off.”

Yuletide Cheer Historic Bourbon County landmark welcomes holiday visitors

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nce nearly lost to disrepair, the campus of the former Millersburg Military Institute has found new life as Mustard Seed Hill, home to the fully renovated Allen House, a historic Federal style home built in 1852 that’s become an in-demand destination for weddings, receptions, and other special events.

When Kevin Smith, president and CEO of Community Ventures—Lexington-based agency that works to revitalize neighborhoods and communities—purchased the property in late 2016, “it was just probably months away from falling down,” said Andra Gyor, co-owner of Janice’s at The Saltbox, who worked with Smith to restore the home. “It was in terrible shape.”

Smith brought Gyor on as the Allen House’s interior designer in 2017, and together with a team of contractors they took the historic property down to its studs and worked to completely restore it—including installing all new systems, from septic and plumbing to electric and HVAC—with a vision of having it become an economic driver for the region.

“It’s such a beautiful building and such a beautiful setting, and I just felt like we needed to be true to the house,” Gyor said of her aesthetic inspiration for the redesign. “We knew we needed to decorate it in a style that was true to the bones and the structure of the property. We wanted it to be formal yet inviting.”

To decorate the 4,000-square foot Allen House—which features three bedrooms, four baths, a music room, formal living room, billiards room, a bar, and several dressing rooms for brides and grooms and members of their wedding parties—Gyor opted for subdued, classic paint colors and furnishings from Janice’s at the Saltbox that were largely kept neutral with accents of greens. “I felt green lent itself to the pastoral surroundings of the area,” Gyor said.

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To date, Community Ventures has invested more than $8.5 million in refurbishing the property.

“It was a huge undertaking, but if we’ve been able to preserve it to bring people to this little town so that businesses can be reopened, it’s all been worth it,” Smith said.

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Community Ventures hopes that Mustard Seed Hill will eventually draw around 50,000 visitors to Millersburg each year to attend sporting events held in a renovated gymnasium on the property, weddings and other special events at the Allen House, and unique holiday events hosted on the grounds.

Next year, a third building on the campus, McIntyre Hall, will open as a small business incubator and retreat and conference space able to host overnight guests. “That’s our target,” Smith said. “When we get to 50,000 visitors, that’s when local restaurants and other small businesses will be able to open in Millersburg again.”

3 2 Kevin Smith, CEO and president of Community Ventures—owner of the property—asked Goidel to integrate several Nativity displays from the Corman Marketplace into her holiday design. Smith’s deep Christian faith serves as the basis of the property’s new name—it’s an allusion to the Biblical parable of the mustard seed—and inspired his family’s work to launch the Bourbon Christian Academy, which operates in another building on the property.

3 This battery-operated water lantern lights up and features a glittery snow globe effect. “We sell these every year in a wide assortment of styles,” Goidel said.

“It’s probably one of the items we sell out of the fastest. They’re great gift items and they really make a statement.

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4 The front parlor, or living room, of the Allen House features a Christmas tree designed by the Corman Marketplace with a cascading gold ribbon and gold-hued ornaments, picking up on accents of the room’s area rug and the gold mirror that hangs over the hearth—which was original to the property. The same gold ribbon carries through on the mantle greenery, which is accentuated by magnolia blossoms.

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Winter Wonderland Between Nov. 22 and Jan. 4, from 5:30 pm to 11 pm, guests are invited to stroll the Mustard Seed Hill grounds and enjoy a free holiday lights display including an illuminated 30-foot ribbon tree, a 14-foot walk-through ornament, a 32-foot ribbon arch, a nativity scene, sleigh, and more. On Friday and Saturday nights in December (Dec. 6-Dec. 21), the property will also host a Christmas market with local arts and crafts vendors.

Last year’s light display was a hit with visitors, but “this year’s will be much bigger,” said Shawn Burns, a staff member with Community Ventures who serves as president of Mustard Seed Hill.

5 5 The property’s other main first floor gathering space, often dubbed the Music Room thanks to its grand piano, is connected to the front parlor and therefore received similar gold-inspired holiday décor. “We used the same gold ribbon and same magnolia blossoms just to coordinate and keep a nice flow, because you can walk through one room to the other room,” Goidel explained. “But the Christmas trees in each room are decorated using different ornaments and designs.”

On Friday and Saturday nights between Dec. 6 and Dec. 28, for $5 per person, visitors can also enter the Allen House to view entries in the property’s first-ever gingerbread house competition. (Individuals and groups are invited to register to participate in the competition online at mustardseedhill. events/gingerbread by Nov. 27; first prize in most categories is $1,000.)

Once inside, guests can enjoy seeing the festive Christmas trees, mantel decorations, and other holiday décor installed by the Corman Marketplace in Lexington.

“The starting point [for the holiday décor] was definitely the era of the home,” said Kimberly Goidel, manager at Corman’s. “We tried to use products that were very natural, which might have been used in that day, like magnolia blossoms and lush greens. The trees throughout the house are decorated full-out to the hilt to go with each room, picking up colors from the rugs and furniture in each space.”

Both upstairs and down, Goidel opted for subtle touches to offer a festive holiday backdrop—perfect for any holiday wedding or special event.

“The house is enough. It did not need for us to blast it with color,” she said. “We kept things subtle so the décor would appeal to anyone’s tastes. And with brides and bridesmaids coming in and out, we didn’t want to load the rooms up [with the holiday décor] so much that people would feel crowded or uncomfortable. We wanted everything to feel very tasteful.”

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6 For the décor in the Allen House’s billiard room, Goidel wanted to keep things muted and masculine. The greenery on the chandelier includes a garland of gold and maroon glass ornaments woven through the branches, to pick up on accents from the area rug and the light fixtures. “This is more of a manly kind of space, so we just kept the décor simple with cedar wreaths around the room,” Goidel said.

7 In the billiard room, the mantle over the small hearth features two gold stag stocking holders, in keeping with the masculine theme of the space and its frequent use as a groom’s holding room, Goidel said. The green and red striped stockings add a fun holiday pop of color.

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8 8 One of the property’s most striking architectural features is its curved staircase, which may have been added sometime after the original 1852 construction, said Gyor. “It’s breathtaking. I just love it,” she said. “If it was added later, I would think it was added shortly after [the home was built], but we don’t know for sure.” For the holidays, Goidel and team opted for a simple yet striking garland of greenery and red ribbons that still allows brides ample handholds along the banister in order to descend safely with their flowing trains.

9 At the top of the curved staircase, Goidel decorated this Christmas tree with pink feathered ornaments and other feminine touches, a nod to its position near the wing used as the bride’s dressing and holding area. Kevin Smith found the ornate globe light fixture overhanging the staircase, and Gyor incorporated it into the design. “I felt that it was absolutely perfect where we put it,” Gyor said.

10 In this upstairs bedroom, Goidel hung white matelassé Christmas stockings on the mantle to match the white matelassé bedding in the room.

“We took into account every paint color, every bit of fabric, all of [Gyor’s] patterns in order to play off them and get the holiday look that Kevin wanted,” Goidel said.

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HOUSE CREDITS Holiday Décor The Corman Marketplace

General Contractor Mitchell Construction

Interior Designer Andra Gyor

Evacuation & Site Construction The Walker Group

Architect Todd Ott, CMW Architect s & Engineers

Interiors & Lighting Janice’s at the Saltbox

Wallcovering Installation Robert Steele

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ISCOVERING ENTUCKY

Red River Gorge Zipline & Cliffview Resort Spend time exploring the exhilarating natural wonders of Central Kentucky’s natural geological area.

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By Christina Noll

he Red River Gorge Geological Area, in the heart of Central Kentucky, has long been one of our state’s best treasures. Located in Daniel Boone National Forest, the Gorge features sandstone cliffs, deep valleys, rock formations and the greatest concentration of natural stone arches east of the Rocky Mountains. Many enjoy hiking, camping or spending time in the Gorge to relax and enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings.

For most Kentuckians, the Gorge is just a short drive from home, and makes a wonderful day trip. However, many choose to stay longer and explore the miles of hiking trails.

Camping in the Gorge is a favorite pastime, and there are also a number of other lodging options. For over 25 years, one such option has been the Cliffview Resort just outside Campton.

Cliffview Resort is just a ten minute scenic drive from Natural Bridge, one of Red River Gorge’s most famous landmarks. It offers multiple options for staying and enjoying the Gorge, including: Cliffview Lodge, The Retreat, and The Lakeside.

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1 Retreat into the scenic beauty of our natural surroundings at Cliffview Resort in Red River Gorge.

Hiking, fishing, ziplining and more are available on site and nearby.

2 2 Located near Campton, Cliffview Resort is one of many options for visitors to Red River Gorge who wish to stay overnight without camping outdoors.

Each cabin includes its own firepit for having a campfire and roasting marshmallows. The Resort also includes venues to host meetings, weddings and other events. The conference center can host up to 80 and the 7,000 square foot reception hall features a full kitchen and seating for up to 250 guests.

On site, there is a private lake for swimming or fishing and direct access to over eight miles of hiking trails, including a four mile hike from the Cliffview Lodge to Suzanna’s Arch. The Resort also offers an on-site zipline canopy tour through Red River Gorge Zipline.

Soar through the scenic wonderland of the Gorge, at speeds up to 55 miles per hour and at heights that reach 300 feet above the Gorge. Zipline tours last two to three hours and include a professionally guided tour where visitors can see four unique canopy bridges Whether you stay for the day or much longer, there is always plenty to see and do at Red River Gorge. Miles of hiking trails, kayaking through caves, rock climbing, zip lining, horseback riding or just sitting quietly in Kentucky’s own natural wonder—the Gorge has something for everyone.

Cliffview Lodge

With 16 private rooms, communal kitchen, wrap-around porch, and free continental breakfast.

The Retreat

This 5,700 square foot private cabin features 11 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, full kitchen, theatre room, game room, two hot tubs, and can sleep up to 48 people.

The Lakeside

This 5,700 square foot cabin features 12 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, a full kitchen, theatre room, game room, two hot tubs and lake access. It can sleep up to 50 people.

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LUXURY LIVING

47 Avenue of Champions, Nicholasville

Resort Living on a private 12 acre lot! Stunning Foyer, Formal Dining, Library, Gourmet Kitchen, Family Room, Grand Master Suite, Wine Room, & Home Theater.

Excellent outdoor areas, pool house, hot tub area & outdoor Kitchen! State of the art smart home.

$2,475,000

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1960 Deer Haven Lane

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3440 Houston Antioch Rd., Paris Perfect and rare opportunity to own over 184 acres of prime Bluegrass land and creat your own farm operation!

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256 Shady Lane

New Listing! Wonderful, renovated, open floor plan home in one of Lexington’s favorite neighborhoods, Tahoma Terrace!

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Wonderful home situated at the end of a private gated lane, secluded yet only 5 mins from Shopping, Dining & interstate travel! Asphalt drive winds through beautifully landscaped acreage with so many mature trees to the home with a welcoming covered Front Porch!

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901 The Curtilage

Elegant former home of KY Basketball great Sam Bowie, located in secluded enclave area of The Curtilage; popular Shadeland area! So much to love in this custom designed home with 11 ft Main level ceilings, 9 ft second level, two Master Suites and many updates!

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2940 Blackford Parkway

Wonderfully constructed Kerwin built home in Bellemeade. Meticulously maintained with many extra amenities, and elegant finishes.

$746,000

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416 Dudley Road

Located on one of Chevy Chase’s favorite streets! Updated Kitchen, & inviting Sunroom looks out onto fenced level backyard.

$598,000

3945 N. Cleveland Road

Enjoy country living, yet convenient to everything! Fantastic floorplan with so many special features and amenities located on 13+ acre gated estate! Insulated Barn with HVAC, 4 stalls, 2 with ext doors! Run in shed, 4 plank & invisible fencing, waterer.

$1,650,000

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752 Old Dobbin Road

Stunning home in gated Estate community!

Stunning renovation of this beautiful ranch.

Fantastic parklike setting; huge yard, tall Walls were removed to make a fantastic, lightmetal fencing & mature trees. A MUST see! filled open concept home with hardwood floors!

$809,000

$758,000

GREENBRIER

3608 Montego Court

CHILESBURG

Meticulous seller has tastefully renovated and redecorated this Greenbrier home. Great neighborhood with optional club memberships.

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$548,000

4508 Turtle Creek Way

Wonderful home in excellent condition on a large fenced corner lot! Convenient location to shopping, dining & interstate travel!

$349,000

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424 Adair Road Remodeled, Open Layout, 4 Bedroom & 4.5 Bath Ranch. Master Suite with his & her walk-in closets, Great room with wet bar. Kitchen with butlers pantry & large island. $1,399,000 Kevin Martin 859-619-3232

3093 Bobwhite Trail Custom built 4BR, 4.5BA in Ashford Oaks. 2 master suites, open kitchen, family room, almost 5000sq. ft., saltwater pool, close to Greenbrier Golf club. $1,395,000 Mark Turner 859-221-3331 Rick Queen 859-221-3616

2645 Tates Creek Road 1st time offered! Stately 6 Bedroom & 4 Full, 2 Half Bath home on 1.8 acres.

Finished walk-out basement and 3 car garage. This is a must see! $850,000 Julie Thornhill 859-806-5430 Jane Miller 859-421-4674

83 Mystic View Road, Monticello Custom built 6BR, 4 full & 2 half bath waterfront home. Spectacular Lake Cumberland views, dramatic 2 story entry, oversized fireplace, large kitchen, master suite with sitting room & more. $750,000 Rick Queen 859-221-3616

4152 Kentucky River Parkway Over 10 acres near Raven Run Sanctuary.

Custom 4BR, 4.5BA, double sided fireplace, gourmet kitchen, spacious 1st master suite with resort type bath, walkout lower level & 2 car garage. $679,000 Rick Queen 859-221-3616

1853 Blairmore Court Lovely 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath home with a 1st floor bedroom. Updated kitchen with granite & stainless appliances. Great location on a cul-de-sac. $554,500 The Bell-Hollins Group 859-221-4857 & 859-421-8125

661 Cooper Drive Adorable 4 Bedroom & 2 Bath Cape Cod. Beautiful hardwood floors, fireplace, finished basement, and 2 car garage.

Renovated 2nd floor bath. $479,900 The Bell-Hollins Group 859-221-4857 & 859-421-8125

106 Daffodil Court, Nicholasville Immaculate 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Condo in Brannon Gardens. Built-ins, plantation shutters, 1st floor master suite. Fabulous amenities, one level living with 2 car garage, pool, clubhouse and more. $369,900 Rick Queen 859-221-3616

6 Woodside Way, Lancaster Charming 4,569sq. ft. home on 5.2 acres.

Large open kitchen, family room, with dining area which opens to a covered deck, finished basement & more. $339,000 Brad Tune 859-396-5510 Mary Dorval 859-494-3029

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$2,150,000

Southern Colonial charm! Custom built on 10ac. Soaring 2 story Great Rm w/ amazing fireplace. 1st floor Master Suite.

1616 Tates Creek Rd#6 $1,375,000

4894 Faulkirk Ln

5000 Jacks Creek Pike

$869,900

Exquisite home on .7 acre in Hartland Estates! Spacious kitchen w/cherry & granite. Fin w/o Bsmt w/Home Theater.

Amazing home on 10 acres just min. from MOW. Open floor plan, lots of natural pine & light. Geothermal HVAC.

1404 Tuscany Ln

5196 Jacks Creek Pike

$795,000

$639,000

Open floor plan home in the gated Enclave! 10’+ & 2 story ceilings, spacious & airy. Covered slate patio with Koi pond.

$1,098,500

$844,000

1916 Lakes Edge Dr

$849,000

4173 John Alden Ln

Custom built home overlooking a tranquil lake! 1st floor Master. Fin w/o Bsmt w/ Home Theater. Trex deck, boat landing.

$849,000

Beaumont Reserve! 5BR, 4.5BA, 2 story great room with fireplace, gourmet kitchen, finished basement.

100 Mill Rock Rd

$725,000

New Roof! Amazing waterfront home.

Open floor plan offers tall & vaulted ceilings & unique architectural features.

Beautifully restored c. 1894 Victorian on 10 acres. Original hardwood & FPs, mahogany pocket doors. 1st floor MBR.

414 W. Brannon Rd

$725,000

Lavishly updated home on lush, fenced, 1 acre lot in Equestrian Estates.

Full basement, 3 car side entry garage.

2100 Jacks Creek Pike $720,000

Beautifully renovated home on a 10 acre tract just minutes from town and surrounded by horse farms.

1701 Chrisman Mill Rd

One story in popular Clays Crossing subdivision! Dramatic white kitchen, Thermador stainless appliances.

2981 Four Pines Dr #5 $570,000

1006 Edgewater Dr

$499,900

3344 Hibernia Pass

521 S. Mill St #1-4 $185,000ea.

Third floor unit - spacious Living Room w/fireplace, Dining Room with gracious woodwork & built-ins. Lg Master BR.

All brick ranch w/new hardwood, fresh paint. Family Rm w/FP & built-ins. 2 Master Stes. Fin Bsmt. Many updates!

$295,000

New construction by Schaefer Homes!

Open floor plan, tall ceilings, lots of natural light. Unfin Bsmt. Covered deck.

Open floor plan home on 5 meticulous acres w/ 24’ x 30’ metal barn. New roof.

Geothermal HVAC, Andersen windows.

4 units avail., 1BR/1BA/980SF ea. Walk to UK! Fresh paint. Vaulted Great Rm. Eat-in Kitchen. Laundry Rm. incl W/D.

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