8218 Old Raleigh Road, Sims, NC 27880 (MLS# 100532470)

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

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 gourm ...

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
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Listing Office: Coldwell Banker HPW Raleigh Midtown
Last Updated: February - 06 - 2026
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