Farms

Barrett Partners assisted the owners and farm manager of the Cou Rouge Plantation in St. Clair, Alabama with the preparation of various plans for the 3,100 acre property. Two distinct plans were prepared for the farm; one to use as a guide for hunting and fishing, and a second to guide farming operations. The hunting and fishing plan was produced in two formats; first a large 30" x 42" format framed for hanging in the owners house, and a second a smaller 11” x 17” foldout format for distribution to guests. The plans included a brief history of the property. House rules for hunting and fishing were also included on the smaller version. The plan identified locations for each hunting stand, ponds and lakes, along with other physical features to assist in orientation and safety for the guests. The farm plan identified each field by number and divided the plantation into five color coded blocks bounded by the farm roads and natural boundaries for ease in identifying fields. The plans further assisted in the designation of conservation easements by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for a portion of the plantation.

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Barrett Partners prepared the master plan for the development of the Gannon Farm and Conservation Camp in Montgomery County, Kentucky. The plan for the 125-acre working cattle farm incorporates recreational facilities for family and group outings. The plan guides the development of the property from the front entrance through the farm and the conservation camp. The plan addresses the natural features of the property as well as historic and cultural elements on the property. Features of the master plan include elements for the farming operation, environmental management, and recreational opportunities, as well as aesthetic considerations and personal comfort. In addition to the master plan Barrett Partners provided site design and landscape design for the farm entrance and reforestation for a portion of the site. In addition to framing views along the entry drive, and screening the highway and neighboring residences, the plan called for the reforestation of large tracts of existing pasture. Only native plants were used in the reforestation characterized by four different plant communities: the mixed temperate woods, the steep sloped ridge, the upland area, and the riparian buffer.

Barrett Partners provided the master plan for this 145-acre farm east of Lexington in the Knobs Region of Kentucky. The plan follows the natural features of the land for the development of a working cattle farm. Plan includes the main farm residence, tenant house, barns, lakes and pastures all linked by a network of farm roads. A designated conservation area is provided for the management of the creek on the farm and the associated wildlife and vegetation along the creek corridor. In addition to the master plan Barrett Partners provided the landscape plan and assisted the owner in the procurement of trees for the farm. The plans called for the establishment of trees along the highway and along the boundaries of the property. The landscape plan screens the highway and the neighboring residences, while enhancing the long distance views from the future home site identified on the master plan.

Barrett Partners provided the master plan for this 30-acre farm in the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. The plan follows the natural features of the land to incorporate a main house, guesthouse, barn, lake, orchard, garden and pastures. Consideration was given to maximizing and creating views while also maintaining and enhancing the enclosure created by the existing woods. Additionally Barrett Partners assisted the owner in the selection and placement of trees on the farm to screen unsightly farming operations on the adjoining farm.

Barrett Partners prepared a master plan for a portion of this 220 acre stallion and cattle farm in Bourbon County, Kentucky. The master plan assisted the owners in deciding upon the location of a new main residence and relocation of a tenant house. Additionally the plan provided options for the interim main residence to be converted into farm business office and guest house. A proposed second farm entrance provides separation of the more intense farm activities from the main residence allowing privacy while maintaining a secure farm operation. Additional recommendations addressed character of the farm structures, fencing, landscape, and other features unique to the property.