In Eastern Kentucky's Appalachian foothills, Carter County, with Grayson as its seat, provides stunning natural beauty and affordable land for homesteaders. Its vast woodlands and outdoor recreational opportunities, including Carter Caves State Resort Park, make it ideal for those seeking adventure and a secluded lifestyle. Clinton County is a rural county in south-central Kentucky along the Cumberland River. Known for affordable land prices, minimal zoning restrictions, and strong agricultural use, Clinton County is popular with homesteaders and off-grid buyers. County seat: Albany.