THE LOCATION / CAMERA-READY, KENTUCKY-GROWN
- Turn-Key Production Support with AXXIS — Full on-site equipment backing including silent generators, power distribution, stage decking, truss, rigging, cinema/concert lighting, pro audio, and LED video walls.
- 140 private acres of uninterrupted estate — no permits-per-block, no passersby, no reshoots for background noise.
- A 40-acre private lake for reflections, boat docks, aerials, and golden-hour coverage.
- An "enchanted forest" — moss, canopy, and trails built for fantasy, period, or horror.
- 3 rustic barns — production-design-ready interiors, no dressing required.
- Miles of scenic trails for chase sequences, hero shots, and drone runs.
- A 5-star colonial mansion — turnkey for interior shoots, lifestyle scenes, or housing key cast and crew on-site.
- Indoor and outdoor arenas for controlled coverage, rain or shine.
- A working cast of farm animals on standby — 65 horses, 24 goats, chickens, and more for period, lifestyle, or animal-forward scenes.
- Serious room to run a production — basecamp staging, trailers, and heavy equipment staging all safely on-site.
THE INCENTIVES
KY ENTERTAINMENT INCENTIVE PROGRAMFOUR-SEASON ATMOSPHERES & MANSION SETS
From winter holiday wonderlands and misty period mornings to crimson sunrises and 140-acre drone panoramas.
140-Acre Twilight Aerial Panorama
Full cinematic estate views showing the Greek Revival mansion, riders on horseback, private 40-acre lake, and lit championship facilities under violet dusk skies.
DIVERSE NATURAL & EQUESTRIAN BACKDROPS
140 gated Bluegrass acres featuring 40-acre spring-fed lakes, galloping sporthorses, sailing, historic barns, and deep forest trails.
TURN-KEY PRODUCTION & ON-SITE STAGING
Through our official production partnership with AXXIS, Queenslake transforms from a breathtaking Kentucky backdrop into a fully equipped, turn-key film and media backlot — eliminating the logistical headaches and freight costs of trucking heavy gear from out of state.
30+ Years Industry Excellence
Generators & Power Distribution
Heavy-duty whisper-quiet generators, multi-phase power distribution units, spider boxes, and commercial cable ramps engineered to power entire basecamps, lighting grids, and mobile production trucks across all 140 acres.
Stage Decking & ADA Ramps
Custom stage decking systems, heavy load-bearing camera risers, safety handrails, modular step units, and certified ADA access ramps — deployable indoor in our arenas or outdoor across grass and lake shores.
Rigging Hardware, Truss & Motors
Aluminum box truss, heavy-duty chain motors, motorized hoists, ground-support towers, and specialized rigging hardware for overhead lighting grids, camera tracks, and large-scale set pieces.
Concert & Film Lighting Systems
Comprehensive lighting packages including automated moving heads, full-spectrum high-output LEDs, conventional fixtures, dimming racks, wireless DMX controllers, and atmospheric hazers.
Audio Systems, Mics & Mixers
Concert line-array speaker systems, digital audio mixing consoles, multi-channel wireless microphones (handheld, lavalier, headset), studio monitors, and multi-track audio capture interfaces.
Video Systems & LED Panels
High-resolution modular LED video walls for digital backdrops, high-lumen 4K projectors, large format television reference displays, video switchers, and live multicam video production gear.
Streamlined Logistics • Zero Out-Of-State Freight Friction
Equipping your shoot through our Kentucky-based AXXIS partnership qualifies directly toward Kentucky's 30%–35% refundable tax credit, while saving days of travel and freight transit costs.
COMMERCIAL FILM & MEDIA PRODUCTION RATES
Transparent, industry-standard location fees for feature films, network television, national commercials, streaming series, and commercial media shoots across our 140-acre private horse estate.
Independent Features & Commercials
Medium-budget independent films, regional/national spots, cable TV episodes, and documentary productions.
- Access to designated rustic barns, arenas, lakefront & exterior pastures
- Dedicated heavy vehicle & crew basecamp staging area
- Standard 12 to 15-hour shooting day schedule
- Eligible for 30%–35% Kentucky Film Tax Credits
Studio Features & TV Series (Buyout)
Major motion pictures, network/streaming series, high-impact episodic television, and studio tentpoles requiring complete estate privacy.
- 100% Exclusive Site Control: Zero public or farm interference across all 140 acres
- Complete access to 3 historic barns, 40-acre private lake, arenas, forests & Greek Revival mansion
- Reinforced pasture & gravel staging for honeywagons, catering tents & generator trailers
- Priority on-site lodging buyout in our 3 Royal Suites for key cast & directors
- Full KEIP state tax credit documentation & production accounting liaison
Commercials & Music Videos
High-end brand campaigns, automotive spots, fashion lookbooks, music videos, and rapid equipment turnover productions.
- Rapid equipment load-in & turnkey set staging
- Iconic backdrops: Mansion colonnade, sunset lake reflections & horse pastures
- FAA drone flight clearance over 140 private acres
- Rush technical scouting and accelerated contract turnaround
OPERATIONAL ADD-ONS & SITE PROTECTIONS
Fair, transparent ancillary pricing to maintain safety, biosecurity, and pristine grounds during active production.
Restoration Deposit
Held in escrow against turf, interior, fence, or pasture damage. 100% returned immediately following post-strike walkthrough and site sign-off.
Dedicated Site Rep
A dedicated Queenslake site manager present during all call-times to manage gate access, power hookups, security, and equine safety protocols.
Horses & Wranglers
Trained Thoroughbreds, Friesians, warmbloods, miniature goats, and carriages available with professional equine wranglers required for on-set handling.
Utilities & Deep Clean
Covers heavy electrical draw, commercial dumpster servicing, post-production sanitation, and preservation of historic mansion and barn interiors.
CONTRACT, INSURANCE & COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
Every commercial production must provide a valid COI with a minimum of $1,000,000 to $2,000,000 Primary Commercial General Liability coverage naming Queenslake Horse Farm LLC as "Additional Insured" and Certificate Holder at least 5 business days prior to equipment load-in.
Standard production day rate spans 12 scheduled hours (including meal breaks). Set time exceeding 12 hours is billed at 1.5x to 2.0x base hourly rates.
Location fees, site rep fees, on-site lodging, and Kentucky resident labor qualify toward the 30% to 35% Kentucky Entertainment Incentive (KEIP) refundable tax credit ($250k out-of-state min / $125k KY company min).
Looking for family portraits, senior photos, or engagement sessions? Consumer still photography passes start at $150/day and are booked under our Agritourism Photo Passes.
REQUEST A TECH SCOUT OR PRODUCTION QUOTE
Connect directly with property ownership to schedule a comprehensive tech scout, request location holds, or discuss script-specific requirements across our 140 gated acres.
DIRECT LOCATION LIAISON
Production schedules move fast. We provide immediate answers, location photos, and drone video previews.
PRODUCTION SCOUTING & RATE REQUEST
Complete the project details below to receive custom day rate estimates and scout confirmation.