{"id":346,"date":"2012-06-30T19:29:59","date_gmt":"2012-06-30T19:29:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.websitefix.net\/clients\/Generic\/?page_id=346"},"modified":"2021-04-22T15:00:36","modified_gmt":"2021-04-22T15:00:36","slug":"pinal-county","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sunraydirect.com\/LouisvilleKY3\/?page_id=346","title":{"rendered":"Bullitt County"},"content":{"rendered":"

BULLITT COUNTY, KY<\/strong><\/p>\n

County Offices<\/strong>
\n300 South Buckman Street
\nShepherdsville 502-543-2923
\nhttps:\/\/shepherdsville.net\/bullitt-county<\/a><\/p>\n

Chamber of Commerce<\/strong>
\n505 Buffalo Run Road
\nShepherdsville 502-543-6727
\nwww.travelbullitt.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Major Highways<\/strong>
\nInterstate 65 to Interstates 71 and 265<\/p>\n

Beneath the rural atmosphere and small-town charm of Bullitt County lies a vibrant local economy spurred by rapid growth and an intense spirit of progress. The presence of Interstate 65 connecting to Interstates 71 and 265 as well as Western and Bluegrass Parkways ensure residents of a convenient location within the metropolitan Louisville region, attracting many newcomers to this tranquil and scenic area just 20 minutes south of the city. The area near the Jefferson County border in close proximity to Metropolitan Louisville is home to growing small communities like Hillview, Hunter\u2019s Hollow, Pioneer Village, and Hebron Estates. Shepherdsville serves as the county seat and commercial center.<\/p>\n

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Services<\/strong>
\nBullitt County Public Schools is recognized as one of Kentucky\u2019s 10 largest districts, providing a quality education to more than 10,000 students. The Bullitt County Area Technology Center and the Bullitt County Adult Learning Center represent valuable educational resources. Opportunities for higher education are available close to home in Louisville and Jefferson County, from convenient and affordable community college campuses to public and private colleges and universities.<\/p>\n

State-of-the-art healthcare is available to residents of Bullitt County in Louisville hospitals and medical centers, but also in nearby Elizabethtown\u2019s Hardin Memorial Hospital. Especially convenient to those living in southern Bullitt County, Hardin Memorial is a 300-bed regional hospital that provides a comprehensive spectrum of medical and surgical specialties to an 11-county region. Comprehensive institutions such as Kosair Children\u2019s Hospital, Norton Hospital, Caritas Medical Center, and Jewish Hospital are supported by a network of facilities and services for emergency care, family practice and primary care, home health, skilled nursing, behavioral health, rehabilitation, and long-term care.<\/p>\n

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Lifestyle<\/strong>
\nNewcomers are drawn to Bullitt County for its unrivaled blend of access to first-rate urban amenities with a rural atmosphere. Residents enjoy exploring nature\u2019s kaleidoscope of topography in some of America\u2019s most panoramic countryside. Antique shopping, lively country music, frequent festivals and celebrations, authentic Southern cuisine, and one of the region\u2019s finest flea markets are some of the pleasures of life in Bullitt County. This area steeped in historic lore and significance has matured into one of the region\u2019s fastest growing residential havens. Beautiful older homes shaded by mature greenery are rapidly being renovated to reflect their original character and charm, harmonizing with an abundance of custom homes and new subdivisions.<\/p>\n

Because this area\u2019s pristine natural bounty was once endangered by early industrial development, a visionary and businessman formed the Bernheim Foundation. The organization purchased more than 14,000 acres for restoration into a natural forest. Today, visitors to the Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest can stroll through native flora and fauna and learn about the evolution of this scenic corner of Kentucky. Another milestone in Bullitt County was the establishment of Jim Beam Bourbon\u2014a Kentucky tradition that grew into one of the world\u2019s finest, most popular bourbons.<\/p>\n

Throughout the county, residents can enjoy outdoor adventure in rolling knobs and forests dotted with lakes and traversed by rolling rivers. Fishing, horseback riding, bird watching, nature study, camping, biking and hiking are all popular activities. For world-class culture, sports, and entertainment, the bright lights of Louisville remain close to home. Whether your taste is settling back to bluegrass music in the park or enjoying the symphony in an elegant venue, Bullitt County offers a panoramic setting near the best of Metropolitan Louisville.<\/p>\n

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Hebron Estates, Hillview, Hunter\u2019s Hollow, Pioneer Village<\/strong>
\nMunicipal Offices<\/em><\/strong>
\nHebron Estates<\/strong>
\n502-957-3106
\nHillview<\/strong>
\n502-957-5280
\nhttp:\/\/www.hillviewky.org<\/a>
\nHunter\u2019s Hollow<\/strong>
\n502-957-4205
\nhttp:\/\/www.huntershollow.com<\/a>
\nPioneer Village <\/strong>
\n502-957-3800<\/p>\n

Chamber of Commerce<\/strong>
\n502-543-6727
\nwww.travelbullitt.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Hugging the border between Bullitt County and Jefferson County, the neighboring
\ncommunities of Hillview, Hunter\u2019s Hollow, Pioneer Village, and Hebron Estates all offer country charm. This residential area combines well-kept older homes with newer construction in a variety of price ranges and architectural styles. Blue Lick Park and Penn Run Golf Course provide convenient destinations for relaxation and exercise, although the lush Jefferson County Memorial Forest is close to home for outdoor adventures in a pristine environment. Quail Chase Golf Course and the sweeping expanse of McNeely Park are also nearby\u2014just inside the Jefferson County border. Interstate 65 facilitates travel into Metropolitan Louisville. This important thoroughfare also provides a quick trip to the cities that are further south in Bullitt County like Shepherdsville and the Jim Beam Bourbon capital of Clermont.<\/p>\n

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Shepherdsville<\/strong>
\nMunicipal Offices<\/strong>
\n502-543-2923
\nwww.shepherdsville.net<\/a><\/p>\n

Chamber of Commerce<\/strong>
\n502-543-6727
\nwww.travelbullitt.org<\/a><\/p>\n

The lively county seat of Shepherdsville is home to approximately 9,500 residents who appreciate the fine balance of convenient services and country pleasures. Newcomers will discover a family-oriented lifestyle where school, church, and civic activities are focal points for activities and events. Attractions like the SlowPoke Farm bring friends and neighbors together to enjoy a variety of programs from scrapbooking and candlelight dinners on the patio to the availability of an artist for workshops and classes. Families also enjoy one of the largest and longest go-cart tracks in the nation at a center that combines miniature golf with arcade games and batting cages. Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest continues to serve as a popular recreational destination, offering scenic hiking trails, a tranquil fishing lake, a wildlife sanctuary, and a nature center. The lively commercial district, convenient services, and a growing business sector draw visitors from the county\u2019s rural communities.<\/p>\n

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