8218 Old Raleigh Road, Sims, NC 27880
$1,800,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
4
Baths:
5
Square Footage:
4,643
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
409,900
Status:
Closed
Current Price:
$1,800,000
List Date:
9/24/2025
Last Modified:
2/06/2026
Overview
Description
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Escape the hustle and bustle of city life -yet remain just 40 minutes from Raleigh and RTP. Welcome to Stork's Rest Family Farm, a one-of-a-kind estate that includes 23.76 acres. This property was used as a wedding venue, corporate retreat, tea room, and an etiquette consulting business. It has incredible potential as a bed and breakfast. Inside, guests are welcomed by soaring two-story ceilings and a sweeping curved staircase. A parlor and formal dining room flank the grand foyer, while exquisite mouldings, beautiful ceilings, marble fireplaces, and stunning custom one-of-a kind rice paper designer wall covering in the family room showcase the artistry and craftsmanship throughout the house. The main floor and other rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floor are equipped with surround sound systems. Steel beams were installed during the building process for extra floor support. Two offices provide flexibility for work or creative space while a convenient mini bar adds a touch of luxury. The gourmet kitchen offers hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, granite countertops, 5 burner propane gas cooktop, 2 built in ovens, microwave, wine cooler, dishwasher, and oversized refrigerator. There is a center island with a sink and garbage disposal as well as a double sink and disposal in another location of the kitchen. The spacious first-floor master suite boasts a spa-inspired bath, large two shower head walk in shower with seats on each end of shower. Large windows and French doors provide bright light in the suite. Upstairs second floor, you will find three additional custom design bedrooms, bonus room, and generous storage. The third floor offers exceptional space that is used for office, conferences, and reading in the library. Extra room used for extra sleeping space. Convenient fully equipped bathroom has a walk in shower. The grounds include exceptional storage spaces and hobby working areas!
Listing Details MLS# 100532470
Contract Info
- Sub-Type
- Single Family Residence
- Construction Type
- Stick Built
- Delayed Marketing?
- No
- Marketing Start Date
- 2025-09-24
- Listing Price
- 1900000
- List Price/SqFt
- 409.22
- Stipulation of Sale
- Standard
Location Information
- Street #
- 8218
- Street Name
- Old Raleigh
- Street Suffix
- Road
- County
- Wilson
- State/Province
- NC
- Zip Code
- 27880
- City Limits
- No
- Marketing City
- Sims
- Subdivision
- Old Fields
- Secondary Subdivision
- N/A
Remarks and Showing
- Directions to Property
- From I-540 E take exit 26B on the to merge onto I-87/US-264 E toward I-87 N/Rocky Mt/Wilson. Take exit 436 for US 264 E. Take NC-581 toward Bailey/Spring Hope. Turn right onto NC-581 S. Turn Right on Old Raleigh Road.
- Sign on Property
- Yes
Property Exterior Info
- New Construction
- No
- Lot Acres
- 9.41
- Lot SqFt
- 409900
- Lot Dimensions
- See Survey.
- Waterfront
- No
- Location Type
- Mainland
Property Interior Info
- SqFt - Heated (Primary)
- 4643
- Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate)
- 4643
- # Rooms
- 15
- # Baths - Full
- 4
- # Baths - Half
- Yes
- # Baths - Total
- 5
- # Bedrooms
- 4
- Master Bedroom Level
- Primary Living Area
- Stories
- 3
- Fireplace Y/N
- Yes
Legal Taxes
- Year Built
- 2004
More Information
Status Change Info
- Under Contract Date
- 2025-12-09
- Sold Date
- 2026-02-06
Rooms
- Bedroom 2 Level
- Second
- Bedroom 3 Level
- Second
- Bedroom 4 Level
- Second
- Bonus Room Level
- Second
- Breakfast Nook Level
- Main
- Family Room Level
- Main
- Kitchen Level
- Main
- Master Bedroom Level
- Main
- Office Level
- Main
- Other Level
- Main
Property Features
Attic:
Floored; Stairs - Perm; Walk-In
Construction:
Wood Frame
Exterior Finish:
Brick; Fiber Cement
Fencing:
Privacy
Foundation:
Crawl Space
Parking Features:
Attached; Detached; Garage Faces Side
Patio and Porch Features:
Covered; Patio
Roof:
Shingle
Levels:
3 Story or More
Lot Features:
Farm; Wooded
Cooling:
Central Air; Zoned
Heating:
Forced Air; Zoned
Heating System Fuel Source:
Propane
Water Heater:
Propane
Utilities:
Underground Utilities
Sewer:
Septic Tank
Water Source:
Well
Flooring:
Carpet; Tile; Wood
Interior Features:
Bookcases; Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; High Ceilings; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-in Shower; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar
Laundry Features:
Hookup - Dryer; Hookup - Washer; Laundry Room
Heated SqFt:
4500 - 4999
Dining Room Type:
Combination; Formal
Other Structures:
Greenhouse; Guest House; Shed(s); Storage; Workshop
Rooms:
Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bonus Room; Breakfast Nook; Family Room; Kitchen; Master Bedroom; Office; Other
Terms:
Cash; Conventional
Room Information
| Room Name | Length | Width | Level | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master Bedroom | 19.00 | 16.50 | Main | |
| Bedroom 2 | 19.50 | 14.00 | Second | |
| Bedroom 3 | 19.50 | 14.00 | Second | |
| Bedroom 4 | 16.50 | 14.00 | Second | |
| Bonus Room | 43.50 | 15.00 | Second | |
| Breakfast Nook | 15.50 | 12.00 | Main | |
| Family Room | 23.00 | 16.50 | Main | |
| Kitchen | 16.00 | 15.00 | Main | |
| Office | 19.00 | 14.00 | Main | |
| Bonus Room | 42.00 | 24.00 | Third | |
| Other | 11.50 | 10.00 | Main | Art Studio Building |
| Other | 11.50 | 10.00 | Main | Art Studio Office |
| Other | 42.00 | 8.00 | Main | Veranda |
| Other | 36.00 | 22.00 | Main | 3-Car Attached Garage |
| Other | 24.00 | 24.00 | Main | 2-Car Detached Garage |
| Other | 24.00 | 14.00 | Main | Detached Workshop |
| Other | 35.00 | 19.00 | Main | Patio-1 |
| Other | 17.00 | 17.00 | Main | Patio-2 |
IDX
Listing Office:
Coldwell Banker HPW Raleigh Midtown
Last Updated: February - 06 - 2026
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