Quote from @Monish Anand: I'm a fan of the low prices and my plan is to STR since I currently run a short term rental business.

It feels like DSCR lenders are catering to BRRRR investors more now than ever with short seasoning guidelines, air tight DSCR requirements (1.0), etc. 

I’m still learning about the process but a Construction-to-Permanent looks attractive if owner-occupied terms could apply.

The city's economic development initiatives have been attracting businesses and professionals, creating opportunities for real estate investment.

Investing in a short-term rental in Red River Gorge sounds exciting!

Short answer not worth it for this deal. 1.  

Besides a mouse trap, another effective way to deal with mice is a cat (if the tenant wants one and the lease allows it).I grew up on a family dairy farm and the barn had grain, which attracted mice.

Welcome to the forum @Chris Primavera.Seeing as you are brand new today, it would be good for you to search on the forum for those areas and read everything there is about those markets.Grab @Avery Carls book Short Term Rentals Long Term Wealth and read it. https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/short-term-rental-l...It is chock full of info that you need.

Primary Residence is taxed as short-term or long-term capital gains on sale and it may qualify for Sec 121 ExclusionIf you are classified as a Dealer you will pay ordinary income taxes on sale.

So don't get discouraged with the short time frame.