Lyon County, located in Western Kentucky with Eddyville as its seat and a population near 8,210, is known for its recreational opportunities around Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake, presenting land buyers with prime locations for building a waterside retreat or a homestead with ample outdoor leisure. Oldham County is one of Kentucky's wealthiest counties, located northeast of Louisville. Excellent schools, horse farms, and a mix of suburban development and preserved rural character drive premium land values.