Nestled in Kentucky's Eastern region, Knox County, with its seat in Barbourville and a population around 31,145, offers rolling hills and access to Daniel Boone National Forest, ideal for those seeking rugged, natural beauty and opportunities for outdoor recreation on their land. Metcalfe County is a small rural county centered on Edmonton in South Central Kentucky. Among the most affordable land markets in the state, with rolling hills, creek bottoms, and a strong agricultural tradition.