400 W Main St, Fairfield, KY 40020

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400 W Main St,Fairfield, KY 40020
$549,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,545 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: marygen boley
Office: knob & key realty, llc.
MLS#:1711513
Source:KY_MSMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$549,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$154.87

About this home

Step into a piece of Kentucky history with this charming, late-1800s farmhouse, known locally as the McKenna House. Built in 1869 by Irish immigrant and bourbon pioneer, Henry McKenna, this remarkable property offers timeless character, Victorian Folk architecture, and modern comforts. Just up the road, his original distillery remains standing, and his legacy lives through his namesake bourbon, still produced today by Heaven Hill. Set on 4.5+ fully fenced acres, the home features over 3,500 square feet of living space, including 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, a formal dining room, a fully renovated kitchen, a library, and six fireplaces. Two main-level, spacious primary suites each include their own private parlor, fireplace, a dedicated full bathroom, and a separate interior/exterior entrance - offering both comfort and autonomy. Upstairs, the original winding staircase leads to two additional bedrooms and a third full bath. Updated/replaced plumbing, septic lines, mechanicals, and...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1869
  • Listing ID #:1711513
  • Added:4 day(s) ago
  • Updated:March 20, 2026 at 06:48 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:3
  • Rooms Total:15
  • Basement:Yes
  • Living area:3,545 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:FORCED AIR, Heat Pump, Propane
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1869
  • Building area:3,545 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:4.56 Acres
  • Lot Features:Cleared, Level
  • Construction Materials:Vinyl siding
  • Exterior Features:Patio, Porch
  • Foundation Description:Crawl Space, Slab

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$549,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$154.87

Parking

  • Parking description:Driveway